21 July 2021

Pontresina in Gräubunden Canton


We decided to set up a base camp in the town of Pontresina to explore the glaciers, lakes, trails and towns from St Moritz to Alp Grum station in Poschiavo, just past the highest point of the Bernina Express. The efficient buses, trains, gondolas, and lifts are timed perfectly for various day trips. Hike from one train stop to the next and return (eg Lago Bianco). Or board a cog train (Muottas Muragl) to a high traverse. Then hike to your destination and take the ski lift (Alp Languard) straight down to Pontresina and fresh lager. The possibilities are limitless.

20 July 2021

Sils Maria


The Upper and Lower Engadine Valley in SE Switzerland are not as well known but definitely worth the trip. Sils-Maria is a quaint village between two beautiful mountain lakes and home of the "Majola Snake", a whispery & mysterious cloud that snakes up through the valley. Gondolas whisk you to the high traverse and glaciers above the town, or take a lakeside walk.