Corvatsch Winter Guide 2014/2015 English by Corvatsch AG

English

CORVATSCH E GUID

WINTER 2014/15

CONTENTS

01 _FACTS & FIGURES

_MOUNTAIN 02 ADVENTURES

_MOUNTAIN 03 GASTRONOMY

04 _EVENTS 05 _SERVICES

Piste map . .........................................4 How to get there/operating times......6 Ticket prices ski passes.....................8 Hotel and Ski Pass . ...........................9 Ticket prices ski passes...................10 Ticket prices single trips Corvatsch...11 Ski and Snowboard ..........................12 Snow Night and VIP Snow Night ......14 Snowpark.........................................16 Halfpipe............................................18 Peak Tour and Snow Safari . ............20 Snowshoeing....................................24 Hahnensee and Freeride..................26 Investments......................................28

Panorama Restaurant 3303 . ...........31 Murtèl middle station ......................31 Hossa Bar.........................................32 La Chüdera ......................................32 Kuhstall ...........................................33 Ustaria Rabgiusa .............................33 Restorant Alpetta ............................34 Stüvetta Giand'Alva .........................34 Restaurant Hahnensee . ..................35 Mountain house Fuorcla Surlej........35

Engadinsnow....................................36 Freeski World Cup............................37

Piz Nair.............................................38 Shop and ski school .........................39 Agenda . ...........................................40 Terms and Conditions . ....................42 Bus lines/Legal notice . ...................43

CORVATSCH 3303

CORVATSCH 3,303 – TOP OF ENGADIN The Corvatsch mountain top station lies high above the Engadin. At an altitude of 3,303 m above sea level, it is the highest mountain top station of the Eastern Alps. There are no better conditions for snow adventures. Winter sports enthusiasts are welcomed by 120 km of groomed ski pistes, Switzerland’s longest illuminated night piste (4.2 km), a snow park with a halfpipe, a bag jump and various runs with that ‘big mountain feeling’.

with the Piz Bernina and the Piz Roseg towering in the background; on the other, the visitor can see alpine peaks and the idyllic lake scenery of the Engadin.

Ten mountain restaurants Relax in one of the ten mountain A mountain for sports and views restaurants while skiing and snowThe all-round snow sports area is boarding. The Corvatsch has it all, situated in a unique panorama. On whether you are looking for a gourone side, one can admire the im- met feeling or chalet charm. pressive Bernina mountain massif

PISTE MAP

C Piz Murtèl 3433 m Piz Bernina 4049 m

Piz Roseg 3937 m

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B Fuorcla Surlej 2760 m 1a

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Giand’Alva 2643 m

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Stüvetta Giand’Alva 2497 m Alp Margun 2272 m Alpetta

Hahnensee 2153 m

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Corvatsch Talstation Surlej, 1870 m

St. Moritz Bad Sonnenstübli

Surlej

FACTS & FIGURES

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Champfèr

• WINTER SEASON Surlej station: 22.11.2014 – 03.05.2015 Sils station: 20.12.2014 – 12.04.2015 • ALTITUDE OF THE WINTER SPORTS AREA 1,797 – 3,303 metres above sea level • MOUNTAIN RAILWAYS 15 mountain railways, 3 cable cars, 4 chairlifts, 8 ski lifts • PISTES 120 km of pistes, 23 runs, of which 13 km are easy, 89 km intermediate, 18 km difficult 4

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• 10 MOUNTAIN RESTAURANTS • HIGHEST SUMMIT STATION IN THE EASTERN ALPS Corvatsch summit station, 3,303 metres above sea level

Julierpass

• SNOW PARK Kickers and jib lines, halfpipe and bag jump • CHILDREN’S SKI SCHOOL Swiss Ski School Corvatsch by the Cristins ski lift in Surlej and Sils-Maria • SNOW NIGHT Switzerland’s longest floodlit piste (4.2 km)

Corvatsch Bergstation, 3303 m

Piz Corvatsch 3451 m

Piz Glüschaint 3594 m

02.09.14

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Furtschellas Bergstation, 2800 m Piz Grialetsch 2480 m

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FACTS & FIGURES

Kuhstall 1958 m

Furtschellas Talstation, 1797 m M a r a t h o n

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Lej da Silvaplana

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Silvaplana

• VIP SNOW NIGHT Bookable Saturday-Thursday

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• 2 SNOWSHOE TRAILS • 7 HOTSPOTS Free wi-fi in mountain stations and restaurants • WINTER HIKING PATH Furtschellas valley station – Restaurant Kuhstall (approx. 35 minutes one way) • MEASURE YOUR SPEED on Corvatsch piste no. 16

THE PISTE MAP CAN BE OBTAINED FROM EVERY VALLEY STATION. 5

HOW TO GET THERE/OPERATING TIMES GERMANY Frankfurt

Munich (280 km) Friedrichshafen (210 km) Schaffhausen

Basel (280 km)

Zurich (200 km)

Saint Gall AUSTRIA

Innsbruck (190 km) Landeck

FRANCE Landquart Chur

Bern Disentis Andermatt

Thusis

Lugano (120 km) Zermatt

Como (137 km)

Zernez

Mals

Samedan

St. Moritz Silvaplana Maloja

Brig

Geneva

Klosters Davos Filisur

Pontresina

Merano (144 km)

Poschiavo

Chiavenna (43 km) Lecco (109 km)

Tirano (61 km)

Bolzano (171 km)

ITALY Trento (224 km)

Milan (175 km)

Zurich Basel Munich Milan Bergamo Como

2 h 40 min 4h 4h 3h 2 h 30 min 2 h 30 min

Bergamo (145 km)

3 h 20 min 4 h 30 min 7h 5 h 30 min 4 h 45 min 5 h 15 min

Verona (258 km)

Venezia (368 km)

ASCENT FIRST LAST

DESCENT LAST

Cable car Surlej – Murtèl (Section 1)

every 20 minutes

22.11.14 – 13.02.15 14.02.15 – 03.05.15

08:20 16:00 08:20 16:20

17:00 17:20

Cable car Murtèl – Corvatsch 3,303 metres above sea level (Section 2)

every 20 minutes

22.11.14 – 13.02.15 14.02.15 – 03.05.15

08:32 08:32

15:52 16:12

16:52 17:12

08:15 16:00 08:15 16:15

17:00 17:20

Cable car Sils/Furtschellas

every 15 minutes

20.12.14 – 13.02.14 14.02.15 – 12.04.15

TOP OF ENGADIN

STANDING GUARD OVER THE ENGADIN Many roads lead to the Engadin and St. Moritz: the Maloja Pass, Julier Pass, Bernina Pass. From the Corvatsch, you can enjoy a view of them all. The Corvatsch towers high above the Engadin, the inspiring high valley on the south-eastern edge of Switzerland. The world-famous St. Moritz is less than 10 minutes from the Corvatsch valley station.

therefore comes as no surprise that winter tourism began in St. Moritz 150 years ago.

Sporting tradition The Corvatsch embodies the valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sporting tradition. It particularly Cradle of winter tourism appeals to snow sports enthusiasts The Engadin is a wide, high-lying who are seeking a special alpine valley situated at a snow-sure 1,800 experience, but prefer powder snow metres above sea level. There is to champagne climate. hardly another region that is so perfectly suited to winter sport. It

TICKET PRICES SKI PASSES

AREA DAY TICKETS (excluding public transport)

CORVATSCH Station Surlej Station Sils

day pass 1/2-day pass (from 11.45 a.m.) afternoon pass (from 2.15 p.m.) Snow NightTicket

75.– 62.– 45.– 25.–

50.– 41.30 30.– 25.–

25.– 20.70 15.– 15.–

CRISTINS (Ski lift)

1/2-day pass (from 11.45 a.m.) 1 day 2 days

29.– 34.– 55.–

22.– 29.– 49.–

17.– 22.– 39.–

CORVIGLIA

day pass 1/2-day pass (from 11.45 a.m.) afternoon pass (from 2.15 p.m.)

75.– 62.– 44.–

50.– 41.30 30.–

25.– 20.70 15.–

DIAVOLEZZA LAGALB

day pass 1/2-day pass (from 11.45 a.m.) afternoon pass (from 2.15 p.m.) morning pass (from 1 p.m.)

64.– 53.– 38.– 53.–

42.70 35.30 25.30 35.30

21.30 17.70 12.70 17.70

MUOTTAS MURAGL

day pass 1/2-day pass (from 11.45 a.m.)

46.– 40.–

30.70 26.70

15.30 13.30

ZUOZ

day pass 1/2-day pass (from 11.45 a.m.) afternoon pass (from 2.15 p.m.)

53.– 45.– 36.–

40.– 34.– 27.–

25.– 22.– 17.50

A = Adults (18+) Y = Youth (13–17) C = Children (6–12) COMMENTS AREA DAY TICKETS • Resort passes are personal and non-transferable • Full-day, half-day, morning and afternoon passes are only • valid in the individual resorts, and public transport is not included • Children under 6 years of age travel free of charge when accompanied by an adult (excluding Aela, Cristins, Celerina Provulèr, San Spiert, Survih, Müsella and Bügls)

GENERAL COMMENTS • Ask for Snowcare insurance when you buy your ski pass at the mountain transport ticket offices. Protect yourself from the costs involved in a skiing or snowboard accident for CHF 5.– per day • Data carrier (ENGADINcard): price: CHF 10.–. The card can be reused. The card can be returned to an issue point for a refund provided it has not been damaged • No refund for ski tickets in cases of poor weather or snow • Conditions, loss, departure, breakdown or non-operating of lifts and facilities • No reduction for SBB GA and half-fare cardholders. Junior and Granchildren Cards are not valid • Prices in CHF. Price and service specifications are subject to changes. The General Terms of Business are available at every mountain transport ticket office and at www.engadin.stmoritz.ch/agb-en All information at www.engadin.stmoritz.ch/rates-winter

HOTEL AND SKI PASS

HOTEL AND SKI PASS Simply outstanding: Guests staying more than one night in Engadin St. Moritz can purchase a Ski Pass for CHF 35.–. This unique offer is valid in more than 100 hotels. Guests that stay more than one night in one of over 100 participating hotels get their ski pass for CHF 35.– per person per day. The offer is valid for the entire stay and all Upper Engadin Mountain Railways. 350 km of slopes for CHF 35.– Thanks to the Hotel and Ski Pass offer, snow athletes can enjoy 350km of immaculately groomed pistes, 3 snow parks, 57 mountain railways facilities, 34 mountain

restaurants and unique and authentic natural surroundings. Public transport included The offer also includes free public transport. The Hotel and Ski Pass offer is valid from October 18, 2014 to May 25, 2015.

Booking and information Engadin St. Moritz T +41(0)81 830 00 01 www.engadin.stmoritz.ch 9

TICKET PRICES SKI PASSES FLEXIBLE MULTIPLE-DAY PASS all domains of the Upper Engadin (including public transport) DAYS 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 18 21 30

A 148.– 213.– 272.– 328.– 365.– 410.– 451.– 488.– 519.– 547.– 571.– 590.– 604.– 614.– 698.– 768.– 877.–

Y 98.70 142.– 181.30 218.70 243.30 273.30 300.70 325.30 346.– 364.70 380.70 393.30 402.70 409.30 465.30 512.– 584.70

C 49.30 71.– 90.70 109.30 121.70 136.70 150.30 162.70 173.– 182.30 190.30 196.70 201.30 204.70 232.70 256.– 292.30

MULTIPLE-DAY PASS all domains of the Upper Engadin (including public transport) DAYS 3 of 4 4 of 5 5 of 6 6 of 8 7 of 9 8 of 10 9 of 11 10 of 12 11 of 13 12 of 14

A 225.– 290.– 345.– 384.– 430.– 473.– 512.– 545.– 574.– 600.–

150 .– 193 .30 230 .– 256 .– 286 .70 315 .30 341 .30 363 .30 382 .70 400 .–

75 .– 96 .70 115 .– 128 .– 143 .30 157 .70 170 .70 181 .70 191 .30 200 .–

Days to choose until the end of the winter season 2014/15 in the Upper Engadin

5 10

360.– 603.–

240.– 402.–

120.– 201.–

Public transport included

Public transport + 50% special included

FAMILIES One or both parents pay the official tariff Eldest child up to age 17: pays child or youth tariff, second child up to age 17: receives 30% discount on child or youth tariff, each further child up to age 17: travels free of charge Validity Valid for 5 to 14 days multiple-day passes. For people living in the same household (proof required)

ENGADIN PASS

all facilities in the Upper Engadin in winter and summer

1 year, valid until 31.10.15 (advanced sale until 30.11.14)

1045.–

697.– 348.–

1 year, valid until 31.10.15 (from 01.12.14)

1100.–

733.– 367.–

2 years, valid until 31.10.16

2027.– 1351.– 676.–

3 years, valid until 31.10.17

2829.– 1886.– 943.–

Public transport + 50% special included (only in winter)

COMMENTS PASSES • Passes are personal and non-transferable • Children under 6 years of age travel free of charge when accompanied by an adult (excluding Aela, Cristins, Celerina Provulèr, San Spiert, Survih, Müsella and Bügls) • 50% special (50% off on 1 to 14 days): Kitzbühel, Livigno, Bormio, S. Caterina Valfurva, Ski Gstaad, Scuol, Samnaun, Val Müstair, Casaccia, Bivio, Bergün, Spindlermühle CZ, Atzmännig • Valid at the following resorts in Upper Engadin: Aela, Furtschellas, Corvatsch, Cristins, Suvretta, Corviglia, Piz Nair, Marguns, Celerina Provulèr, Muottas Muragl, Survih, San Spiert/Languard, Diavolezza, Lagalb, Müsella, ski lifts Zuoz and Bügls • Public transport: Maloja–Cinuos-chel/Brail, Samedan–Pontresina, St. Moritz–Alp Grüm, Bever–Spinas (2nd class Rhaetian Railway, the night bus is not included) All information at www.engadin.stmoritz.ch/rates-winter

SINGLE TRIPS

SINGLE TRIPS FOR PEDESTRIANS (excluding public transport) SURLEJ – MURTÈL SECTION 1 Adults Children, Half-Fare & GA

40.– 20.–

SURLEJ – CORVATSCH SECTION 1 + 2 Adults Children, Half-Fare & GA

56.– 28.–

SILS – LA CHÜDERA SUMMIT STATION Adults Children, Half-Fare & GA

32.– 16.–

SPECIALS MOUNTAIN ASCENT AND DESCENT, INCLUDING LUNCH in the Panorama Restaurant in the Panorama Restaurant with Half-Fare & GA

65.– 45.–

MOUNTAIN ASCENT AND DESCENT, INCLUDING LUNCH in the La Chüdera restaurant in the La Chüdera restaurant with Half-Fare & GA

44.– 34.–

Group discounts Group of 10 persons or more receive a 20% reduction and schoolclasses a 25% reduction. Discounts for single trips for pedestrians Corvatsch AG accepts SBB Half-Faretravelcards, SBB GA travelcards (50% discount), Reka-Checks, Swiss Passes, Swiss Flexi Passes and SBB Junior Cards. Children ride for free with the Junior Card if accompanied by a parent. Bring your dog – it’s free of charge!

KTION 50% REDU MIT PTIEREN

WIR AKZE

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Adults (16 years and over), Children (6–15 years). All prices are in CHF. Prices, services and offers are subject to change. 11

SKI AND SNOWBOARD

CORVATSCH TIPS Early birds can carve down from the Corvatsch peak towards the Fuorcla Surlej accompanied by the day’s first sunbeams. Late risers can enjoy the day’s last sunbeams and the view over the Upper Engadin lake scenery at the Giand’Alva. Bad weather skiers can opt for good visibility conditions and the great pistes of the Furtschellas descent. Fast skiers can measure their speed on the free speed-skiing course at the Osteria Rabgiusa in Furtschellas.

SKI AND SNOWBOARD

SNOW FUN AT UP TO 3,303 METERS Enjoy the snow fun with over 1,500 meters of altitude differences, 120 km of pistes and a lot of powdery trails. The Corvatsch is the mountain for snow sport lovers in search of the best slopes, the best snow and the longest trails. The snow sports area of the Corvatsch extends from Sils to Silvaplana and on to St. Moritz. Snow athletes can enjoy 120 km of pistes set in the fantastic Engadin winter scenery with plenty of free ride areas in between. The star of the ski mountains The altitude and the northern exposure provide phenomenal piste conditions from mid-November to the beginning of May: they are the reason why the Corvatsch has been

the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;star of the ski mountainsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for 50 years. For athletes and families The 15 transportation facilities of both mountains bring an important diversity to the area. The Corvatsch and its station magically attract piste carvers and deep powder snow lovers. The smooth Furtschellas, however, is a well-kept secret for families and people seeking tranquility and enjoyment. 13

SNOW NIGHT

SNOW NIGHT Every Friday in December/January (starting from approx. the 05.12.2014) from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Last ascent to mountain top: 12.40 a.m. Every Friday in February/March/April (until 03.4.2015) from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Last ascent to mountain top: 1.40 a.m. Illuminated pistes: 4.2 km Night bus: every hour in all directions Fees: Adults: CHF 25.– Children: CHF 15.– (up to the age of 12 years) Groups: CHF 20.– (min. 15 persons) Gastronomy: Restaurant/Bistro Murtèl open Dec./Jan. until 11 p.m., Feb.– Apr. until 12 p.m. Hossa Bar open until the end. Please note: The regional ski pass is not valid for the Snow Night. Loyalty card: Come to Snow Night 4 times and your 5th time is free.

VIP SNOW NIGHT

THE FASCINATION OF NIGHT SKIING Descend Switzerland’s longest illuminated piste and party with friends far into the night – Friday night just got even more fun! Every Friday from 7 p.m. the Cor- and have a snack between exhilavatsch stands in the ‘spotlight’ as rating descents. Switzerland’s largest illuminated piste (4.2 km). Party in the Hossa Bar After a night of skiing, people meet Eat at the middle station up at the legendary Hossa Bar, Stop at the Restaurant Murtèl at the where the party continues with middle station to take a breather shaking hips. VIP SNOW NIGHT The Corvatsch’s Snow Night can be booked for private groups. Freshly groomed pistes for you and your friends – is there anything better? Create your own program, for example, with an aperitif in the cable car. Book from Saturday to Thursday starting from 7 p.m. Price upon request. 15

SNOW PARK

SNOW PARK Mini park:Â 3 kickers, 4 jib elements Fun zone: 5 kickers, 12 jib elements World Cup line: 3 kickers, 3 jib elements Halfpipe: 6.8m high, 130m long Bag jump: 15m x 15m (CHF 5.â&#x20AC;&#x201C; per day) Chill-out area: music, deckchairs, grill The Snow Park is prepared daily: see Facebook.com/CorvatschFreestylePark

SNOW PARK

A SNOW PARK FOR EVERYONE Kicker line and kinked rail, backflip and boardslide… For anyone who experiences an adrenaline rush when they hear these words, the Corvatsch is the right place to be. A superpipe and pro kicker, all kinds of jib obstacles and a mini park, a giant, inflatable bag jump and a wallride: the Corvatsch strives to cover every type of freestyle activity imaginable. Perfect for all levels of ability The Corvatsch Snow Park is the perfect place for skiers and snowboarders who find neatly groomed pistes boring. No matter whether they are pros, local heroes or fun boarders, whether they have one

board or two skis under their feet – the main goal is to have fun. At the Mandra ski lift The Snow Park lies beside the Mandra ski lift, directly next to Murtèl middle station. The kicker and rail park features three lines of varying difficulty (beginner, intermediate and pro). There is also a halfpipe (6.8m high, 130m long), a bag jump for smooth landings and a chill-out area.

HALFPIPE

CHRISTIAN HALLER “The halfpipe on the Corvatsch has a great shape – one of the best I’ve ever ridden. Thanks to its high altitude, you can also train in top conditions right through until early May.” Engadin athlete, Christian Haller (25), has taken part in two Winter Olympics and is one of the best halfpipe riders in the world.

HALFPIPE

THE ULTIMATE HALFPIPE The term "superpipe" is used to describe a halfpipe built of snow with walls measuring 22ft (6.8m) high. There are only very few in Europe. And one of them is on the Corvatsch. National Training Centre The Corvatsch superpipe is regularly used by the Swiss snowboard and freeski national teams for training. However, pipe newcomers can also try out their first tricks on the smooth walls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which Top-level standard in the Engadin gets the adrenalin pumping faster An American specialist was than any roller coaster. specially hired to construct the superpipe on the Corvatsch. He is From mid-February to early May regarded as one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The halfpipe opens in mid-February best pipe designers, and has thus 2015 and is kept in top condition created a superpipe of top-level until the end of season. standard in the Engadin. The halfpipe is the supreme discipline in freestyle sport. And nowadays, the kings of the air want a 22-foot (6.8m) superpipe in order to be able to demonstrate their spectacular tricks.

PEAK TOUR

CORVATSCH PEAK TOUR Clock up vertical metres and win attractive prizes. Skiers who cannot get enough of freeriding on the Corvatsch are well rewarded – the most frequent user of all takes home a one-year pass. Taking part is easy: simply download the Corvatsch app, register and hit the slopes! The vertical metres you cover and the Peak Tour checkpoints you pass are collected via GPS and stored on your device. Personal evaluation At the end of the day (by 4.30pm at the latest), each rider’s skiing or snowboarding data is evaluated. A click on your smartphone is all it takes to find out your personal tally of vertical metres, piste kilometres and top speeds. 20

A winner every day The winner of the day will receive a one-day pass and the best of the week a voucher worth CHF 100.–. And the top rider of the season walks off with a one-year pass, valid on all the Upper Engadin mountain railways and cableways.

Corvatsch App Your personal pocket guide! Download for iPhone and Android. www.corvatsch.ch

SNOW SAFARI

THE SNOW SAFARI EXPERIENCE Experience the Upper Engadin in the truest sense of the word. Snow athletes can do just that on the Snow Safari – a tour of the Upper Engadin ski areas. The safari begins in Sils. Starting it then continues via the Corviglia in Furtschellas, the route heads and Marguns down to Celerina. towards the top of the Corvatsch at 3,303m above sea level. … from St. Moritz to Pontresina After a short bus ride, you can From Sils to St. Moritz … delight in the wonderful slopes of From the top of the Engadin, the the Lagalb. And at the end, you Snow Safari leads via the Hahnen- will be rewarded with the 10 kmsee piste back down to St. Moritz long glacier descent from the Bad. On the other side of the valley, Diavolezza down to Morteratsch. The Snow Safari in figures At least 99km of pistes, 6,666m of altitude differences and 22 possible rest stops. 21

Piz Tschierva 3,546m Piz Morteratsch 3,751m Biancograt

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Piz Bernina 4,049m Piz Scerscen 3,971m

Piz Roseg 3,937m

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SNOWSHOEING

SNOWSHOEING Lake Trail: Furtschellas middle station – Ustaria Rabgiusa – Furtschellas middle station; hiking time 2–3 hours (without break); distance 3.6 km Peak Trail: Furtschellas top station – Ustaria Ragbiusa – Furtschellas middle station; hiking time 2.5–3.5 hours (without break); distance 5.5 km Package 1: Return cable car ride & snowshoe hire Lake Trail CHF 36.– Peak Trail CHF 49.– (incl. chairlift ride up the mountain) Package 2: Return cable car ride, snowshoe hire & lunch at the Ustaria Rabgiusa Lake Trail CHF 49.– Peak Trail CHF 62.– (incl. chairlift ride up the mountain) Important: Only chairlift ride up the mountain possible Snowshoe hire: SOS station, Furtschellas middle station Booking: +41 (0)81 838 73 74

SNOWSHOEING

ENJOY THE TRANQUILITY OF NATURE A snowshoe trek on a marked trail high above the Engadin lake landscape is something you can only experience on the Corvatsch. On the Furtschellas, snowshoe trekkers have a choice of two marked trails. The Lake Trail starts at the Furtschellas middle station (2,312m) and leads to the Ustaria Rabgiusa restaurant (2,440 m) and back. An unforgettable way of experiencing unspoilt nature, with magnificent vistas over the lakestrewn Engadin landscape.

station (2,800m) through a pristine winter landscape. After a fortifying lunch at the Ustaria Rabgiusa, the tour continues down to the middle station. This hike at high-Alpine altitudes requires a certain degree of fitness.

Well-marked trails The trails are marked with wooden posts, and are therefore well suited New trail starting at 2,800m to anyone who would like to experiThe new Peak Trail follows a route ence snowshoe trekking in safety. from the Furtschellas summit

HAHNENSEE PISTE

DREAM PISTE: HAHNENSEE The difficult black run leading from the Giand’Alva to Hahnensee and down to St. Moritz Bad is one of the Engadin’s dream pistes. The Hahnensee piste has wide, steep slopes at the beginning and a snowy fairytale forest at the end - an absolute dream for true snow enthusiasts!

popular thanks to its spectacular views of the Engadin lakes.

Restaurant at the halfway point Skiers and snowboarders can restore their strength in the ResHigh above the lakes taurant Hahnensee halfway down The 9km-long descent is the final the piste. highlight after an exciting day on the Corvatsch – and also very

Piste open From mid-December to mid-April, depending on snow conditions and avalanche hazards. 26

FREERIDING

CORVATSCH, A FREERIDE ELDORADO 3,303 metres: freeriders can travel by cable car to such lofty heights. At the top, they are spoilt for choice: couloir or deep powder snow? The Corvatsch offers everything that gets freeriders’ pulses racing: a steep-sided channel for freaks, expansive fields of deep snow for the more laid-back, cliff jumps for daredevils…

age of powder when elsewhere freestylers are surfing on corn snow.

Respect wildlife quiet zones Off-piste skiers and snowboarders are responsible for their own safety. An avalanche beacon belongs Powder until the end of April around their chest, a shovel and And best of all: thanks to its high- probe in their rucksack. And realtitude location and numerous sponsible freeriders also respect northerly slopes, there is no short- the wildlife quiet zones. Engadinsnow Freeride Camps 16–18.01.2015 & 30.01.–01.02.2015 www.engadinsnow.com 27

INVESTMENTS

Corvatsch Bergstation, 3303 m Piz Murtèl 3433 m

Piz Corvatsch 3451 m

Piz Roseg 3937 m

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B Fuorcla Surlej 2760 m 1a

Corvatsch Mittelstation Murtèl, 2702 m

Mandra 2015/16

Curtinella

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Curtinella 2016/17

Sno

Giand’Alva 2643 m

K 18

Rabgiusa 2440 m

Stüvetta Giand’Alva 2497 m Alp Margun 2272 m Alpetta

Hahnensee 2153 m

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Corvatsch Talstation Surlej, 1870 m

Alp Surlej Hossa Bar

Surlej

Lej da S

Ma ra th on Champfèr

Lej da Champfèr

Silvaplana

Julierpass

INVESTMENTS

NEW SKI LIFTS FROM 2015/16 Corvatsch is investing heavily in its infrastructure: two chairlifts are replacing ski lifts, the Furtschellas cable car is to be equipped with new cabins, the snow-making equipment is being further developedâ&#x20AC;Ś The T-bar lifts on the Corvatsch are soon to become a thing of the past. The Mandra ski lift next to the Snow Park (from 2015/16) and the Curtinella ski lift towards Furtschellas (from 2016/17) are being replaced by modern chairlifts. The longest ski piste in the Engadin A four-seater chairlift will operate at Mandra, while at Curtinella a six-seater chairlift is being installed, with a new valley station located next to the Hossa Bar. In

addition, a new connecting piste is planned, enabling an uninterrupted descent from the Corvatsch summit down into the valley. Family hotel Investments are being made on the Furtschellas, too. As from winter 2015/16, the cable car facility will sport smart new cabins. Moreover, additional major projects, including a family hotel and a chairlift between the middle station and Rabgiusa, are also planned. 29

MOUNTAIN GASTRONOMY

SOMETHING FOR EVERY TASTE Whether the Panorama Restaurant at 3,303 metres, a self-service outlet or an alpine hut, our mountain gastronomy offers something to suit every taste. The Corvatsch-Furtschellas ski area boasts ten mountain restaurants – a particularly high concentration of culinary establishments. New: hotspots with free wi-fi On the Corvatsch, you can surf the Internet free of charge. The following are equipped with wi-fi: Corvatsch valley, middle & summit stations; Furtschellas middle station; Panorama Restaurant 3303, Restaurant Murtèl, Hossa Bar, La Chüdera mountain restaurant, Ustaria Rabgiusa and Kuhstall.

Ask for a loyalty card Guests who buy nine menus of the day get the 10th meal for free! The loyalty card can be obtained from and used at five restaurants on the Corvatsch and two on the Piz Nair: Panorama Restaurant 3303 Murtèl middle station • La Chüdera • Ustaria Rabgiusa • Hossa Bar • Panorama Restaurant Piz Nair • Lej da la Pêsch • •

Evening events and incentives The Panorama Restaurant 3303, the Murtèl middle station, the Hossa Bar and the highly original Kuhstall are all ideal venues for holding private parties, company events or incentive programmes – with a stunning Alpine landscape thrown in for free. Information: T +41(0)81 838 73 73, info@corvatsch.ch 30

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PANORAMA RESTAURANT 3303 Nowhere else can you eat so close to the heavens â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at least not between Zurich, Milan and Vienna. The Panorama Restaurant at the Corvatsch summit impresses with its good, hearty fare, regional specialities and spectacular views. Reservations T +41(0)81 838 73 60, info@corvatsch.ch

MURTĂ&#x2C6;L MIDDLE STATION The large self-service restaurant is the culinary linchpin of the ski resort. Its gastronomic delights include pizza from the wood-fired oven, fastfood classics and a generous salad buffet. In the bistro, snow sports enthusiasts can fortify themselves with snacks and coffee. Reservations T +41(0)81 838 73 83, info@corvatsch.ch

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HOSSA BAR The après-ski meeting place in the Engadin. Cool drinks and hot parties are guaranteed, both daily and every Friday night during Snow Night. The heated marquee of the Hossa Bar is situated directly next to the bottom station of the Alp Surlej chairlift. Reservations T +41(0)81 838 73 62, info@corvatsch.ch

LA CHÜDERA The restaurant on the Furtschellas is a real insider tip, treating guests to magnificent views of the mountains and lakes, fresh pasta in the Stübli with waiter service, classic dishes such as bratwurst and rösti (fried sausage and hash browns) in the self-service area and a cosy coffee lounge. Reservations T +41(0)81 838 73 55, info@corvatsch.ch

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KUHSTALL Where cows are kept in summer, people dine in winter. The Kuhstall (literally “cowshed”) is one-of-a-kind and also a little bit crazy – just like Freddie, its host. During the day, he dishes up simple meals, while in the evening he serves gourmet menus accompanied by party sounds. Reservations T +41(0)81 838 73 73, info@corvatsch.ch

USTARIA RABGIUSA The ski hut enjoys an idyllic location between the Furtschellas and Corvatsch and is the perfect place for bon vivants and guests looking for peace and quiet. The spacious sun terrace is protected from the wind and invites guests to linger. The kitchen entices with tasty Italian specialities. Reservations T +41(0)79 422 12 94, info@corvatsch.ch

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RESTORANT ALPETTA This rustic alpine hut is situated in the middle of the Chastelets ski piste. The host, Dorigo, serves tasty regional dishes, including specialities from the grill, dishes made with meat from his own hunts, polenta prepared in a large pot and a selection of choice wines. Reservations T +41(0)81 828 86 30, info@alpetta.ch

STÜVETTA GIAND’ALVA The simple cuisine served at the Stüvetta Giand’Alva comprises regional dishes such as homemade barley soup, Bündner Plättli (cold meat platter) and pizzoccheri (buckwheat tagliatelle). In fine weather, the welcoming sun terrace is the perfect place to relax. Reservations T +41(0)79 962 48 92

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RESTAURANT HAHNENSEE This insider tip is situated on what is arguably the best downhill run in the Engadin. The Hahnensee piste leading down to St. Moritz Bad is an absolute dream; equally exquisite is the good, hearty fare served at the Restaurant Hahnensee. Reservations T +41(0)81 833 36 34

FUORCLA SURLEJ MOUNTAIN HUT This rustic mountain hut is located in one of the most beautiful spots in the Engadin. The view of the famous ice giants, the Piz Bernina (4,049m) and Piz Roseg (3,937m), simply takes your breath away and is best enjoyed over a simple snack. Reservations T +41(0)81 842 63 03

EVENTS

ENGADINSNOW The north face of the Corvatsch is notorious among the freeride community. At the beginning of February, a parallel race will be held on this steep rock face. From 4–8 February 2015, the wold’s a team and do their utmost to win elite freeriders will gather on the as many points as possible. Corvatsch to ride the notorious north face, with gradients of up to 55°. Who has the flow? The jury award marks for the choice Parallel freeride contest of line and the flow down the rocky The highlight of the 13th Engadin- terrain. However, safety and the snow is the Parallel Freeride Con- difficulty of the jumps are also test, in which two skiers or snow- taken into consideration. boarders start simultaneously as Programme 4 – 6 February 2015: Freeride World Qualifier 7 – 8 February 2015: Parallel Freeride Invitational www.engadinshow.com 36

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FREESKI WORLD CUP CORVATSCH From 13â&#x20AC;&#x201C;15 March 2015, the world's top freeskiers will once again be convening at Corvatsch Snow Park with the hope of carrying off the FIS Freeski World Cup crown. Slopestyle is performed on a course with jumps and rail elements. After its baptism of fire at the 2014 Winter Olympics, this fledgling freestyle sport will once again be the focus of attention.

For at the last FIS World Cup event, not only the best competitor of the day is crowned, but also the winner of the overall World Cup title.

Freestyle event In mid-March, the snow conditions World Cup Final on the Corvatsch are still ideal â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A particularly progressive set-up guaranteeing a thrilling freestyle awaits freeskiers on the Corvatsch. event. Programme Friday, 13 March 2015: Slopestyle Qualification, ladies and men Saturday, 14 March 2015: Slopestyle Final, ladies and men Sunday, 15 March 2015: Pipe Games 37

PIZ NAIR

PIZ NAIR – OUR PARTNER ON TOP OF THE WORLD The Piz Nair is the local mountain of St. Moritz and, at 3,057 m above sea level, it is the highest point of the Corviglia ski area. The Piz Nair Mountain Railways company, including two restaurants, is a partner of the Corvatsch AG. The Panorama Restaurant on the Piz Nair spoils its guests with a magnificent view and an excellent cuisine. Enjoy specialties from the Grisons, homemade soups and cakes and special meals for children. On the large sun terrace the Engadin mountain surroundings are even more impressive.

Lej da la Pêsch The mountain restaurant Lej da la Pêsch is always an ideal place for a stopover when coming from Piz Nair or Fuorcla Grischa. Try the different types of spaghetti, hearty mountain meals or tempting desserts on the quiet sun terrace or in the cozy restaurant with chalet ambiance.

Reservations T +41(0)81 833 08 75 www.piznair.ch

Reservations T +41(0)81 833 08 78 www.piznair.ch

SHOP AND SKI SCHOOL

Engadin â&#x20AC;&#x201C; St. Moritz

T +41 (0)81 838 73 37 info@rentnetwork-engadin.ch www.rentnetwork-engadin.ch

T +41 (0)81 838 50 55 info@skischule-corvatsch.ch www.skischule-corvatsch.ch

Intersport Rent-Network Visit the modern rental location in the main hall of the valley station in Surlej. Rent anything you need: from slope carvers, snowboards, ski poles and ski shoes to powder skis and avalanche equipment. Also open during Snow Night. Swiss Ski School Corvatsch Whether you take group, private, ski or snowboard lessons, the Ski School Corvatsch is a professional provider when it comes to all kinds of snow sports lessons. The Cristins ski lift near the valley station in Surlej is ideal for beginners and has a big childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playing area.

AGENDA

WINTER 2014/15 22.11.2014 SEASON OPENS AT THE SURLEJ STATION 20.12.2014 SEASON OPENS AT THE SILS STATION 05.12.2014 1ST SNOW NIGHT 27.11.–17.12.2014 CARVING FUN AT SILVAPLANA 06–07.12.2014 GRAND SKI AND SNOWBOARD TEST 31.12.2014 NEW YEAR’S EVE SNOW NIGHT 17.01.2015 NOSTALGIC SKI RACE ON THE FURTSCHELLAS 23.01.2015 CONCERT STARRING DAVIDE VAN DE SFROOS 04–08.02.2015 ENGADINSNOW www.engadinsnow.com 40

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08.03.2015 MARATHON BRUNCH AT 3,303 METRES ABOVE SEA LEVEL 11–15.03.2015 FREESKI WORLD CUP CORVATSCH 03–06.04.2015 4TH CORVATSCH EASTER EGG HUNT 15–18.04.2015 SWISS FREESTYLE CHAMPS www.swiss-ski.ch 17–19.04.2015 PLAY ENGADIN SPORTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL www.playengadin.ch 12.04.2015 SEASON ENDS AT THE SILS STATION 03.05.2015 SEASON ENDS AT THE SURLEJ STATION

Programme subject to change. Further events and information: www.corvatsch.ch 41

TERMS AND CONDITIONS (EXTRACT)

Tickets for travel and subscriptions: All tickets for travel and all subscriptions are personal property and are non-transferable. On request, they must be shown to mountain railway staff. Tickets for travel and subscriptions are only valid during the day and during public opening hours with the exception of scheduled evening travel on the Muottas Muragl funicular. Purchase constitutes a contract whereby the rights and obligations contained within the general terms and conditions shall be accepted. Changes to prices and services: The Engadin St. Moritz Mountain Pool expressly reserves the right to make changes to descriptions of services and price details both online as well as in brochures and price lists for the duration of the contract. Suspension of transport services: According to weather conditions and for safety reasons, mountain railway services may be reduced or suspended entirely. This shall not entitle ticketholders to compensation of any kind. This shall also apply to disruptions to service e.g. in the case of a technical fault or a power failure. Compensation in the case of illness or injury: Multi-day tickets valid for 2 days or more, as well as annual subscriptions shall be refunded on a pro-rata basis upon presentation of a doctor’s note from a doctor in the region. In the case of refund this shall be based on the day the ticket was presented and not the day of the accident, at the earliest the first day on which the subscription was not used. After the end of the current season refunds shall no longer be possible. Lost and forgotten tickets for travel: If you have forgotten your ticket or annual subscription pass, then please buy a new ticket at any one of the ESMP ticket offices. Upon presentation of the forgotten ticket and confirmation of which trips it has been used for, you will receive a full refund for the extra ticket purchased at any of the ESMP ticket offices (minus a loss compensation of CHF 15.–). There shall be no refund or replacement of lost tickets for travel with the exception of subscriptions with a photograph. Travel without a valid ticket/misuse: Anyone using mountain railway services without a valid ticket for travel shall be required to immediately pay a fine of CHF 150.– as loss 42

compensation in addition to the price of the ticket for travel. If the price of the ticket for travel and the loss compensation fine are not paid immediately the offender shall be required to pay an additional CHF 50.– administration fee. Any misuse of tickets for travel, in particular the use of personal subscriptions by persons other than those holding the subscription, or the use of tickets for travel which have been manipulated in any way shall result in the immediate confiscation of the ticket, including data carrier, without compensation of any kind and the journey shall be considered as travel without a valid ticket. The use of services provided by the mountain railway company (e.g. facilities, ski slopes) without a valid ticket for travel shall be reported to the police. The ticketholder should keep their ticket in a safe place in order to minimise the possibility of misuse. Should the ticket be used in an illegal manner the company is permitted to confiscate the ticket and render it void. The right to take legal action is hereby reserved. All customers shall produce identification at the request of mountain railway employees. The ENGADINcard: The ENGADINcard is a data carrier which provides contact-free access to facilities and ski slopes. The card is issued against a deposit of CHF 10.–. The ENGADINcard can be returned to any point of purchase and exchanged for CHF 10.–, provided the card is undamaged and is returned within 72 hours of the expiry of any ticket or subscription. After the 72-hour return period, the ESMP is no longer required to honour the return of the CHF 10.– deposit. The data carrier can be used multiple times and in some cases, also in other regions. A complete copy of the general terms and conditions is available at all mountain railway ticket offices and online at www.engadin. stmoritz.ch. Subject to change.

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