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Tucked away in The Swiss Alps, Switzerland is one of the most beautiful countries in the world to visit. During winter, there is nowhere quieter than St Moritz and The Engadine. It is a unique blend of breathtaking white powdery scenery nature, excellent food, unique sports events and an easy chic lifestyle.

Located at 1822 meters above sea level up to 3303 meters at Corvatsch, St Moritz offers a multitude of winter sports from skiing, snowboarding to winter riding or paragliding but most visitors come here to enjoy the beauty of the area. St Moritz is always magical whenever you are visiting.

Experience extraordinary White Turf Horse Race.

Created in 1907 - the international White Turf horse race gatherings look after the animals’ welfare and make sure that the rigorous requirements of the Swiss Animal Welfare Act are meticulously observed. Held every year the first three weekends of February, the race is not just a champagne event for the wealthy but it is also a spectacular event where race-horse owners, trainers and jockeys from all over the world meet. On the frozen lake of St Moritz, this unique event is a must see for horse lovers who want to enjoy time in the spectacular surroundings of Engadin.

Where to stay? Carlton Hotel St Moritz

The 5 star Carlton Hotel St Moritz is synonymous with exclusivity and privacy. Located at the entrance of St Moritz with beautiful views over the lake, the 60 junior suites and suites offer comfort, light and space. The hotel is the perfect spot to watch the events held on St Moritz every winter. Built in 1913, this St Moritz landmark offers authentic and casual fine dining experience along with an exceptional breakfast buffet. Add a 1200 square meter spa with all the facilities stretching over three daylight flooded floors. While a myth is circulating around the hotel: it was initially planned as a summer residence of the Russian Tsar Nicholas II , the splendor of Russian history can be seen in the modern and eclectic decor of the property and its architecture. Like most of the hotels in the area, the Carlton Hotel St Moritz offers a very impressive service and a careful attention to details.

The Carlton Hotel is a member of the Tschuggen Hotel Group which owns the Tschuggen Grand Hotel, the Valsana Hotel in Arosa and the Hotel Eden Roc in Ascona. In 2021, the group created the Moving Mountains program. Inspired by the breathtaking scenery that surrounds each property of the group, the goal of the program is to restore vitality, to reconnect with nature and celebrate joy. Today more than ever, guests are more and more seeking wellbeing and refuge and the moving mountains program responds to their needs. Based on five pillars: Move, Play, Nourish, Rest and Give, it offers a new holistic experience. Guests can tailor their holidays around these pillars depending on what they are looking for. Another wellness experience to live to the fullest.

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