Sils Maria Overview

Sils Maria is a peaceful and elegant alpine resort located in the Upper Engadin valley, surrounded by frozen lakes, forests, and dramatic mountain scenery. Part of the larger Engadin ski region connected to nearby St. Moritz, the resort provides access to excellent skiing areas such as Corvatsch, known for its high-altitude slopes, reliable snow conditions, and long runs suitable for intermediate and advanced skiers. The area is also famous for its extensive cross-country skiing network, winter hiking trails, and breathtaking panoramic views across the Engadin lakes.

The village of Sils Maria combines traditional Swiss charm with a refined cultural atmosphere that has long attracted artists, writers, and philosophers, including Friedrich Nietzsche. Visitors can enjoy cosy hotels, gourmet restaurants, wellness spas, and a quieter, more relaxed atmosphere than some of the larger Swiss ski resorts. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, winter activities include snowshoeing, ice skating, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and scenic excursions through the snowy Engadin landscape. With its combination of nature, culture, and high-quality winter sports, Sils Maria is regarded as one of the most charming winter destinations in Switzerland.

Sils Maria Ski Information

Resort height - 1800m

Snow range - 1800 - 3003m

Ski area - 120km

Easy - 25km

Intermediate - 75km

Difficult - 20km

Longest run - 9km

Ski Lifts - 14

Things to do in Sils Maria

Activities - Winter in Sils Maria offers a wide range of activities beyond skiing, making it an ideal destination for visitors seeking both outdoor adventure and relaxation. The resort is particularly famous for its extensive cross-country skiing trails around the frozen Engadin lakes, as well as scenic winter hiking and snowshoeing routes through forests and alpine landscapes. Visitors can also enjoy ice skating, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and panoramic excursions in the nearby Corvatsch ski area, which offers high-altitude slopes and spectacular mountain views. For those looking to unwind, Sils Maria is home to elegant wellness hotels and spa facilities such as Hotel Waldhaus Sils. The village’s peaceful atmosphere, combined with its cultural heritage and beautiful natural surroundings, makes Sils Maria a perfect destination for a relaxing Swiss winter holiday.

Restaurants - Restaurants in Sils Maria are known for combining traditional Engadin cuisine with refined Swiss dining in a peaceful alpine setting. Visitors can enjoy regional specialities such as capuns, barley soup, fondue, and game dishes at elegant restaurants like Arvenstube at Hotel Waldhaus and Stüva at Hotel Edelweiss, both celebrated for their cosy atmosphere and high-quality local ingredients. For contemporary dining, Restaurant Chesa Randolina offers modern alpine cuisine with scenic mountain views. Mountain restaurants in the nearby Corvatsch ski area also provide sunny terraces and panoramic winter landscapes, making dining an important part of the relaxed and sophisticated Sils Maria winter experience.

Nightlife - Après-ski in Sils Maria is elegant, peaceful, and centred around cosy alpine hospitality rather than lively party scenes. After a day on the slopes of Corvatsch, visitors often relax in stylish hotel bars and mountain lounges such as Hotel Waldhaus Sils and Hotel Edelweiss, where guests can enjoy fine wines, cocktails, fireplaces, and panoramic mountain views. Evening entertainment in Sils Maria focuses on gourmet dining, relaxed wine bars, wellness spas, and cultural events, creating a sophisticated atmosphere that reflects the resort’s refined character. For visitors seeking a more vibrant nightlife scene, nearby St. Moritz offers upscale bars, clubs, and late-night venues within easy reach of the village.

Airport Transfers - How to get to Sils Maria

We can organise your transfers from Zurich Airport, Milan Malpensa Airport. You can also choose between a shuttle transfer which can be more economical if only a few people are travelling or a private transfer which will take you direct from the airport to your accommodation.

Distance to Zurich Airport: 210km

Distance to Milan Malpensa Airport: 175km