St. Moritz is equally appealing as a summer resort. Among its many warm-weather
diversions are tennis and golf, hiking in the National Park, bike riding, swimming and fishing in several lakes, and excursions to nearby attractions, including mountaintop vantage points, the Italian village of Tirano, and more.
St. Moritz appeals to its well-heeled patrons with world-class dining and plenty of shopping. Its international boutiques rival those of
Beverly Hills’
Rodeo Drive and
Zurich’s Bahnhofstrasse. The Casino St. Moritz and numerous nightclubs and bars keep the night scene lively.
A 3.5-hour train ride from
Zurich,
St. Moritz is linked by rail to the rest of
Switzerland. The world-famous Glacier Express offers riders awe-inspiring views on its run from the mountains of the
Bernina
Pass to the
Matterhorn.
snow-covered runs. In addition to downhill skiing, every winter sport imaginable is available here, from cross-country skiing to ice skating to Olympic bobsled and Cresta runs. They range from the unusual – winter golf and cricket on ice, to the extreme – kitesailing, hang gliding and sky diving.
