Switzerland is the ultimate winter playground that caters to all skiing preferences. With a stunning array of slopes and modern lifts, the country promises exhilarating experiences amidst spectacular mountain vistas. This winter explore the unparalleled beauty of the Swiss Alps offering incredible new ski runs, panoramic rides on the Glacier Express, and a stunning new place to stay, Hotel Mürren Palace. Let’s start planning your Swiss adventure now.
GLACIER EXPRESS
Embark on the journey of a lifetime aboard the Glacier Express, where the Swiss Alps come alive through vast panoramic windows that frame breathtaking mountain vistas between Zermatt and St. Moritz. Indulge in mouthwatering Swiss cuisine, freshly prepared in the onboard kitchen, as you glide across 291 awe-inspiring bridges and delve into 91 enchanting tunnels. Among these marvels is the iconic Landwasser Viaduct—a majestic, six-arched limestone masterpiece soaring 213 feet above the valley. Feel your heart race as the train gracefully curves along the viaduct, offering an unparalleled view of its front cars disappearing into the dramatic Landwasser Tunnel. This route is more than a train ride—it is a journey into the soul of Switzerland!
AN INCREDIBLE NEW PLACE TO STAY
Hotel Palace Mürren, Bern I Reopened December 2024: The Mürren Palace has overlooked the car-free village of Mürren in the Jungfrau Region since 1874 and is considered the oldest ‘grande dame’ palace hotel in Switzerland. The hotel has been undergoing renovations since 2023 and reopened last month. In addition to extensive refurbishments, it opened a new tower annex with stunning views over the Lauterbrunnen valley. Expect opulent rooms, delicious cuisine, quality customer service, and plenty of Alpine joie de vivre.
NEW RUNS, A MODERNIZED FUNICULAR, AND EXCITING NEW SKI PACKAGES
Ikon Pass Debuts in St. Moritz, Graubünden: St. Moritz, following in the footsteps of Zermatt, becomes the second Swiss resort to join the Ikon Pass, providing a new opportunity for pass holders to visit. Winter sports enthusiasts can explore 88 stunning ski runs across four major ski areas–Corviglia/Piz Nair, Corvatsch, Diavolezza/Lagalb, and Zuoz–as well as five smaller areas. A highlight of St. Moritz is its nightly groomed slopes, early-bird skiing starting at 7:45 a.m., and once a month the opportunity to ski at sunrise.
Modernized Metro Alpin in Saas-Fee, Valais: The Metro Alpin in Saas-Fee, the highest underground funicular in the world, leading to the world’s highest revolving restaurant, has a new look that’s worth the trip. The extensive modernization of this 40-year-old funicular guarantees a swift and comfortable transit between the Felskinn and Mittelallalin stations in just 4.5 minutes. The new carriages accommodate up to 95 people, and the stations now boast new platform doors making boarding and disembarking easier and reducing wait times.
First Track Ski Experience at Zermatt, Valais: With the “First Track” offer from Zermatt Bergbahnen, skiers can be the first to enjoy freshly groomed slopes before the regular ski areas open. This exclusive descent is accompanied by the ski patrol, and is followed by a hearty breakfast that awaits at the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise restaurant.
