Events

More than skiing

There are plenty of activities for the non-skier from hiking and snowshoe trails to curling and tobogganing. We particularly recommend Interlaken and St Mortiz to non-skiers, as there is such a wide range of activities on offer in these resorts, or why not try a city break.

Spa

Many of our Hotels offer excellent spa facilities. Those that we can particularly recommend include: Mont Cervin Palace in Zermatt, Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa in Interlaken, Hotel Sunstar in Grindelwald, Flims Mountain Resort & Spa Waldhaus in Flims, Hotel Fluela in Davos, Ferienart Resort & Spa in Saas Fee and Cambrian Resort & Spa in Adelboden .

City breaks

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of a Swiss city in winter, with a short break or stopover en route to your ski resort. Swiss cities have a surprising amount to offer in winter including cultural attractions and numerous excursion possibilities. Why not visit Geneva or Zurich during The Christmas and New Year celebrations - see pages 55-57 for more information. Lucerne and Montreux offer a more southern climate on temperate, picturesque lakes. Take a break and enjoy a cosmopolitan atmosphere, culture and climate of these cities - see pages 58-60 for more information.

Walking weeks

The beauty of the Alps in winter is not just reserved for skiers. The Jungfrau region offers some of the best walking in the Alps.We have a number of four day guided walking weeks, from the resort of Wengen.See the information below:

The beauty of the Alps in winter is not just reserved for skiers. As many of our summer guests know, the Jungfrau region offers some of the best walking to be found in the Alps.

On our special four day winter guided walking weeks run 25 January, 15 February, 1 & 15 March.  Actual walking time is between 3-4 hours and you can expect to ascend around 600m on some days. They represent an ideal alternative for the active non-skiing partner or regular walkers.

Your guide, Urs Kaderli well known to our summer guests, has extensive knowledge of the area, ensuring that each day is full of interest. You will need waterproof walking boots, waterproof winter clothing, hat and gloves, sunglasses and a small rucksack. Telescopic walking sticks are provided. Subject to availability single days can be booked at £39 per person. Practically every day some travelling is involved and you are therefore advised to purchase the hiking and sledging pass for the Jungfrau region.

Hiking and sledging

The Jungfrau Ski region offers a special pass for non-skiers allowing unlimited travel for 2 to 7 consecutive days on the excellent transport network of railways, cable cars and post buses in the Jungfrau region. See the information below

The Jungfrau ski region offers a special pass for non-skiers allowing unlimited* travel for 2 to 7 consecutive days on the excellent transport network of railways, cable cars and post buses in the Jungfrau region. This pass is particularly recommended for active walkers who are looking to explore the region fully.

Prices per person:
3 days £82
4 days £100
5 days £115
6 days £127

* A half price reduction is offered on the routes from the Eigergletscher to the Jungfrau as well as from Mürren to the top of the Schilthorn

Other attractions:

Lauberhorn downhill ski race.
56-17 January 2010
The longest, toughest and most spectacular of the all. For 80 years the Lauberhorn ski race in Wengen has guaranteed nail-biting thrills against a spectacular mountain backdrop. After the race the course is open to any skier and snowboarder who dares! Complete with timed section and speed indicator at the Hanneggschuss.world.

Grindelwald International Snow Festival
19-24 January 2010
There are free exhibitions of ice sculptures and you can watch people creating pieces of temporary art.

Inferno Ski Race
21-24 Jan 2010
Visit the largest amateur skiing race in the world, the race takes place in the Swiss Alpine resort of Mürren, the four day event includes a cross-country race a giant slalom and a downhill.


Polo World Cup in St Moritz
29 Jan - 1 Feb 2010
St Moritz hosts the polo world cup on snow, some of the highest-rated players worldwide test their skills on the frozen lake.


Lucerne Carnival
21-28 Feb 2010
Every year for two weeks this lively city plays host to Lucerne Fasnacht. The Fasnacht tradition dates back to the Middle Ages when people wanted an excuse to party one last time before Lent but recently it's become more of a symbol marking the end of Winter.


White Turf
8/15/22 Feb 2010
The international horse races of St Moritz have established themselves among the most spectacular winter events in the whole of Europe. Thousands of spectators enjoy six captivating races on the town's frozen lake.


Snowpenair Music Festival
28 Mar 2010
This annual event takes place at the foot of the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau Massif above the resorts of Wengen and Grindelwald. There are various Swiss and international bands performing.


Engadine skimarathon
14 Mar 2010
On the second Sunday in March, the second Largest open cross country ski race in the world takes places, up to 12,000 competitors take part in this colourful 42km event