The Diavolezza and the Lagalb in Pontresina
This archaic countryside around the highest mountain in the Eastern Alps is also known as the "Festival Hall of the Alps" for a very good reason. The fascination for the Bernina Massif and the Glacier World is an attraction for hikers, winter sport enthusiasts, freeriders and alpinists, alike . The Lagalb on the other side of the valley also offers fantastic views and, like the Diavolezza itself, can easily be reached by cable car.
The Diavolezza
At the Diavolezza hill station, in the heart of the Bernina Glacier Adventure Region, guests assemble on their way to pure joy. In Summer, some set off from here on a high mountain tour in the Bernina Region. Others look forward to a guided tour hike over the Pers- and the Morteratsch Glaciers or prepare themselves to attempt the two spectacular ‘via ferratas’ on the Piz Trovat. There is otherwise also a view of the ‘fiendishly’ beautiful glacier world landscape of the Piz Palü. In Winter, skiers and snowboarders can attempt the longest glacier descent in Switzerland or enjoy Winter Sports fun by moonlight (in the Romansh language known as the "Glüna Plaina". At 2,978 metres above sea level, the Diavolezza Chalet also boasts a heated outdoor Jacuzzi together with panoramic views. If you want to spend the night or a longer , just book a room in advance and enjoy the silence of the high alpine mountains on starry nights. ‘Allegra’ in Pontresina.
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Palü- and Morteratsch Glacier Hiking
Guided tout glacier experiences, which are unforgettable.
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Experience the glaciers
The "Glacier Experience Trail" is an informative circular route to the Pers Glacier.
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VR Glacier Experience
The free visitor centre in the Diavolezza valley station invites you to travel back in time.
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Lagalb
Steep slopes and a unique view. The Lagalb is a dream destination for ambitious snow sport connoisseurs. Here you will find the steepest serviced downhill run in the Grisons with a gradient of 86%, and as an insider tip’ for freeriders - the "La Rösa" descent over permanent and old snowfields. And, if that is not enough, then it is time to become a member of the Legendary Club 8848. To become a member , the applicant has to complete a winter challenge with success, covering 8,848 metres of height . This means eleven downhill runs and four hikes from the hill station to the Piz Lagalb.
The Languard Family Ski Area
The Languard Family Ski Arena is located right in the centre of Pontresina. Here you can take ski and snowboard lessons, among other things. If you are already more experienced on skis or a snowboard, you can use the drag and disc lifts. Children up to 15 years of age ski for without payment.
Are you unsure? The «magic carpets» in the «Snowli Kids Village» of the local ski school help beginners with their initial attempts at skiing for a fee.directly at thelink Pontresina ski school.
Alternatively, there is an easily accessible magic carpet at the Diavolezza Valley Station.
The Lagalb valley station also offers a children's paradise. Based on the challenge for the ‘grown-ups’, the little ones can complete their own Club 8848 challenge with play elements and the help of the children's carousel.
Childrens' Languard Snowpark
An enjoyable Snow Park with freestyle elements awaits you on the south side of the ski lift. Here you can practise new tricks at your leisure or try out bold jumps. The offer includes an Elephant Box, a Fat Rail, a Flat Box and a Rainbow Box. The ski lift and restaurant are open daily from 16 December to 1 April from 09:30h to 16:00h.
Club 8848
Anyone can become a member of this legendary club – but they have to complete the Challenge.
