Designed for winter
Winter activities
Skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, sledding, ice hockey
Nira Alpina is located at the heart of Silvaplana-Surlej, deep in the beautiful Swiss Alps. Thus we are well placed to benefit from the winter seasons that bring thick snow, ice, chilly temperatures, and unique culinary discoveries. The views from our hotel in the winter are simply spectacular.
We are directly connected to the Corvatsch cable car, which offers our guests unrivalled access to the mountains that dominate the landscape around our hotel. As well as skiing and snowboarding, we offer our guests a wide selection of winter activities, including ice skating, winter hiking, sledding, bobsledding, horse riding, hang gliding, sky diving and Nordic walking.
- Winter hiking
When it crackles under the soles of your shoes with every step, the air you breathe out is steamy and the low temperatures awaken all your spirits - then it's winter. Discover our suggested tour with the mystical atmosphere of the Engadin lake plateau.
- Snowshoeing
Over the frozen lakes, with a view of them from Muottas Muragl, through snow-covered forests into one of the side valleys or along the Inn between Bever and S-chanf - in the Engadin you will find a variety of winter hiking routes and marked snowshoe tours. Discover our tour suggestions near Corvatsch.
- Cross-country skiing
The network of cross-country ski trails in the Upper Engadine is the largest in Switzerland and is also one of the most beautiful in terms of scenery. The FIS-homologated high-altitude trail in Surlej/Silvaplana not only offers an impressive panorama, but also ideal conditions for cross-country skiers.
- Sledging
Experience fast descents, leisurely moonlight tobogganing and tricky manoeuvres on specially prepared routes in the midst of breathtaking winter landscapes. There are various ways to access the groomed toboggan run in the forest in Surlej, either via the footpath from the Surlej bridge or the footpath from the Cristins ski lift.
- Snow Kiting
- Helicopter sightseeing tour
Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the Engadin with a helicopter sightseeing flip. Get ‘up-close and personal’ with the Piz Palü und Piz Bernina peaks.
Let the sparkling glaciers and shimmering lakes take your breath or shiver as the granite rock of the Bergaglia seems close enough to touch. The choice is yours! - Paragliding
- Olympia Bob Run
If the thrill of cool air blowing through your hair, bopping down an icy slope appeals… this one is for you! Home to a host of international races and the only natural ice-track in existence, the Olympia Bob Run at St Moritz is one of the oldest bobsleigh runs in the world.
Weather permitting - bob taxi rides available from December until February. - Winter Guide
Join the Mountain Spirit
Book now one of the special winter activities like snowkite, winter canyoning, ice climbing, snow shoe tour, sledding, paragrliding or snowmobile tour.
Maddalena from EngadinEmotion, our experience guide, will assist you and advice you with unique experiences.
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Discover our enticing mountain retreat
As one of the most unique resorts in the Swiss Alps, Nira Alpina offers breathtaking views of untouched natural scenery and is the perfect place for both summer and winter adventures. And what's more, if you book directly on our website, you can take advantage of our best rate guarantee, early check-in, and complimentary Swiss pralines in your room.