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    Switzerland, Europe · Ikon Pass

    St Moritz - Corviglia

    St Moritz - Corviglia: 1,322m vertical, 23 lifts, 155km of piste from 1,735-3,057m. South-facing Engadin skiing on Ikon Pass.

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    Week of 8 Nov

    Quiet start, light Valais snow, then a major storm builds

    Season 2026 - 2027
    Opens
    28 Nov 2026
    Closes
    4 Apr 2027
    Days open
    127
    Annual snow
    5.1m
    Snow record
    0cm
    2026-27 so far
    0% of a typical winter514cm
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    The Overview
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    Michael Fulton
    Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.

    St Moritz - Corviglia spans 1,735 to 3,057 metres elevation across 155 kilometres of piste, delivering 1,322 metres of vertical drop serviced by 23 lifts. The ski area ranks within the top 10 in Switzerland for size and snow reliability, with 110 kilometres covered by snowmaking and an average season depth of 108 centimetres at summit. Piz Nair at 3,057 metres anchors the terrain, accessible via funicular and aerial tramway from the village at 1,856 metres elevation. The resort joined the Ikon Pass in 2024, offering passholders five to seven days across the Engadin St Moritz Mountain Pool.

    Terrain breaks down to 27 per cent beginner, 51 per cent intermediate, 15 per cent advanced and 7 per cent expert across 36 marked runs. South-facing slopes catch early sun and deliver consistent grooming, whilst the western descent from Piz Nair opens freeride terrain beyond marked boundaries. The 6.5-kilometre run to Celerina offers one of the longest continuous descents, whilst the 2-kilometre Olympic downhill route tests advanced skiers. Corviglia Snowpark Crowland near the mid-station features over 30 obstacles across easy and medium lines, plus a 600-metre funslope for beginners.

    The mountain opens at 0745 with the Chantarella funicular and Marguns gondola, allowing early access to freshly groomed pistes before crowds arrive after 1000. On-mountain infrastructure includes 20 restaurants and huts, ranging from rustic alpine dining to upscale establishments with panoramic glacier views. The Salastrains beginner area mid-mountain provides dedicated learner terrain with magic carpets and low-angle slopes. Lift-served terrain stays quiet through mid-morning, then fills with an international clientele mixing resort guests and day visitors from the Upper Engadin valley.

    The Engadin St Moritz Mountain Pool pass covers Corviglia, Corvatsch and Diavolezza ski areas plus smaller satellites across 325 kilometres of combined terrain. The 2025-26 season ran 22 November to 5 April, typical of the resort's reliable mid-winter to spring window. Corviglia suits confident intermediates and families seeking variety, groomed reliability and high-altitude snow security. The resort hosted Winter Olympics in 1928 and 1948, along with four FIS Alpine World Ski Championships, cementing its competition pedigree alongside recreational appeal.

    1322m
    Vertical
    36
    Runs
    155 km
    Piste
    5.1m
    Annual snow
    Ikon Pass
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    The Terrain

    36 runs across 155 km of piste

    St Moritz Corviglia covers 155 kilometres across 36 runs, falling 1,322 vertical metres from the 3,057-metre summit of Piz Nair to the village at 1,735 metres. Intermediates hold the biggest share at 51%, with 27% beginner, 15% advanced and 7% expert. The wide, sunny slopes suit long, fast cruising, and the uphill network mixes two trains, two aerial trams, a gondola and a stack of quad and six-seat chairs. The area is part of the Ikon Pass, which adds to the traffic in peak weeks.

    Piz Nair is the focal point, with the Corviglia sector below it serving long blues and reds above the Engadin lakes. Freeriders can leave the summit by the western descent or head into the Val Suvretta, and a guide is sensible for either. Groomed expert terrain is limited, so skiers chasing steep pistes may find the network tame. St Moritz suits confident intermediates and strong cruisers who value sunshine, scenery and a polished resort, and who do not mind paying for the privilege. Lunch stops are plentiful and well placed.

    Terrain split
    36
    runs
    36 runs across 4 grades
    Beginner10 runs · 27%
    Intermediate18 runs · 51%
    Advanced5 runs · 15%
    Expert3 runs · 7%
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    Time it right

    When to visit St Moritz - Corviglia

    The 2025-26 season operated 22 November to 5 April, spanning 19 weeks across early winter through spring closure. Corviglia typically opens late November with snowmaking support across 110 kilometres of piste, closing early to mid-April depending on snow cover and visitor demand. High-elevation terrain above 2,500 metres extends the operating window compared to lower Swiss resorts, with Piz Nair holding snow into April most seasons. The resort averages 264 centimetres annual snowfall, with December through February delivering the heaviest accumulation at 64-67 centimetres per month.

    Snow reliability benefits from 3,057-metre summit elevation and extensive snowmaking infrastructure covering roughly two-thirds of marked terrain. Average mid-season depths reach 108 centimetres at summit and 44 centimetres at base, with March historically offering the deepest coverage at 136 centimetres high and 50 centimetres low. South-facing slopes receive strong sun exposure, creating firm morning corduroy followed by softer afternoon conditions from January onwards. The Engadin's dry continental climate produces 300-plus sunny days annually, though precipitation when it arrives typically falls as snow above 2,000 metres through March.

    January and February deliver peak powder conditions with cold temperatures and mid-winter storms, whilst March balances snow quality with longer daylight and warming trends. Early December and late March offer quieter slopes and discounted accommodation, ideal for skiers prioritising empty pistes over guaranteed fresh snow. November opening depends on early-season snowmaking, with limited terrain until December storms fill in coverage. April spring skiing concentrates on north-facing runs and higher sectors, with afternoon slush developing below 2,200 metres as sun intensity increases.

    The Snow Polo World Cup takes place late January on the frozen lake below the resort, whilst White Turf horse racing runs three Sundays in February, both drawing international crowds. The Engadin Skimarathon cross-country race typically occurs early March, filling valley accommodation. Corviglia does not offer night skiing, though neighbouring Corvatsch operates Switzerland's longest illuminated piste (4.2 kilometres) on Friday evenings. The season calendar favours mid-winter through early spring, with January to March representing optimal timing for snow quality, coverage and operational consistency.

    Season 2026 - 2027
    28 Nov 2026
    Opens
    4 Apr 2027
    Closes
    127
    Days open
    5.1 m
    Annual snow
    The record

    Historical snowfall at St Moritz - Corviglia

    Daily snow reports at St Moritz - Corviglia go back to 1996, 31 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.

    62 cm
    Snowiest day
    5 Nov 2014
    0 cm
    This winter · 2026-27
    so far
    514 cm
    Typical winter
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    Getting there

    Getting to St Moritz - Corviglia, and where to stay

    St Moritz sits at 1,856 metres elevation in the Upper Engadin valley, a broad glaciated basin in southeast Switzerland's canton of Graubünden. The valley stretches approximately 80 kilometres from Maloja Pass to the Austrian border, with St Moritz positioned centrally amongst a chain of lakes including Lake St Moritz, Lake Silvaplana and Lake Sils. Piz Bernina at 4,049 metres dominates the southern skyline 15 kilometres away as the Eastern Alps' highest summit, whilst the Albula range rises north of the valley. The Corviglia ski area occupies the southern slopes of Piz Nair directly above the resort, with south-facing exposure delivering sun from early morning through afternoon.

    The town divides into St Moritz Dorf on the hillside and St Moritz Bad in the valley floor, with neighbouring Celerina 2 kilometres northeast and Samedan 4 kilometres distant serving as the Upper Engadin's administrative capital. The area lies within the Maloja administrative region, historically a Romansh-speaking territory now predominantly German and Italian-speaking due to tourism growth. Engadin Airport in Samedan sits 5 kilometres from St Moritz at 1,707 metres elevation, Europe's second-highest commercial airfield, handling private jets and charters but no scheduled passenger service. The frozen lake hosts winter events including polo and horse racing on its 1,800-metre-elevation surface.

    Road access centres on the Julier Pass from the north, open year-round and reaching 2,284 metres elevation via a well-maintained route from Chur and Thusis. The A13 motorway from Zurich runs to Thusis, where Route 3 continues via Tiefencastel and Savognin to Silvaplana, with the final segment on Route 27 into St Moritz. The Maloja Pass at 1,815 metres connects southwest to Italy via Val Bregaglia and Chiavenna, descending steeply through 22 hairpins toward Lake Como. Zurich lies approximately 200 kilometres northwest with a 3-hour drive, whilst Milan sits 180 kilometres south requiring 3 hours via Italian motorways and the Maloja or Bernina approaches.

    Zurich Airport (ZRH) serves as the primary international gateway 220 kilometres distant, with Milan Malpensa (MXP) 180 kilometres and Milan Bergamo (BGY) 155 kilometres offering southern alternatives. The Rhaetian Railway operates direct trains from Zurich Hauptbahnhof to St Moritz in 3 hours via the UNESCO-listed Albula line through Chur, Filisur and the Albula Tunnel. Trains also connect south via the Bernina Pass to Tirano in Italy, whilst the Vereina Tunnel links the Lower Engadin to Klosters. PostBus services cover valley villages and connect Maloja Pass routes to Lugano and routes east through the Swiss National Park to South Tyrol.

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    28 Nov 2026 - 4 Apr 2027

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    Understanding the St Moritz - Corviglia snow report

    Get the latest St Moritz - Corviglia snow report — real-time snowfall, snow depth, and mountain weather for this Switzerland resort, spanning 1735m to 3057m in elevation.

    Snow measurements

    Base depth, summit depth, and recent snowfall are the core numbers to watch. At St Moritz - Corviglia, summit conditions (3057m) can differ noticeably from the base, so we break both out separately rather than showing a single average.

    Weather conditions

    Current weather conditions affect snow quality. Cold temperatures with low wind typically preserve snow quality, while warm temperatures or rain can impact conditions negatively — something worth watching closely at St Moritz - Corviglia's 1735m base elevation, where temperatures run milder than the summit.

    Data sources

    Snowfall and depth figures for St Moritz - Corviglia come from official mountain sources; weather and outlook data comes from independent forecasting services. The mountain is served by 23 lifts, including 2 aerial trams and 8 quad chairlifts.

    When to check

    Conditions can change overnight, so mornings and late afternoons are the best times to check back on St Moritz - Corviglia.

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