Piz Nair

Piz Nair is a panoramic summit above St. Moritz in the Albula Alps. From Corviglia an aerial cableway ascends to the upper station just below the peak; a short signed path leads to the summit cross.

• Summit elevation 3,056 m – sweeping views over the Upper Engadin lakes and towards the Bernina range and Piz Ot.
• “From town to top” link – two-section St. Moritz–Chantarella–Corviglia funicular with a transfer to the Corviglia–Piz Nair cableway.
• Upper station ~3,022–3,026 m – 5–10 minutes on foot to the very top.
• “Piz Nair Sunrise” – early-morning summer rides with breakfast on selected dates (Aug–Sep).
• Iconic ibex sculpture on the ridge – a classic photo spot.

• The terrace at the upper station and the short summit path with Bernina vistas.
• Restaurant Piz Nair 10’000 feet with a sun deck on the ridge.
• Corviglia trails: summer hiking towards Lej Alv, Kaltbad and along the crest.

Access was established in the early 20th century: the funicular’s lower section to Chantarella opened in 1913, the extension to Corviglia in 1928. The Piz Nair cableway has been operating since the mid-20th century; the current installation dates from 2002.

The Corviglia/Piz Nair slopes have hosted major events – the 1948 Winter Olympics and the World Championships in 1934, 1974, 2003 and 2017. Today Piz Nair is a St. Moritz signature with seasonal sunrise rides.

Location: Above St. Moritz, Graubünden; access via Corviglia, upper station just below the summit.

Getting there: From St. Moritz Dorf take the funicular to Corviglia (via Chantarella) and transfer to the Corviglia–Piz Nair cableway; from St. Moritz-Bad the Signal cable car leads towards Corviglia with a connection to the summit line.

Access: Funicular and cable car are step-free; terraces are accessible, the short summit path is rocky.

Visiting hours: Summer and winter operating seasons; spring/autumn maintenance breaks. Winter runs typically from late November to early April.

Visit duration: 1.5–3 hours for the ascent and viewpoints; up to half a day with ridge walks.

Best time: Clear mornings; Aug–Sep “Piz Nair Sunrise” dates (advance booking required).

Notes: Altitude >3,000 m – bring warm layers and sun protection. Operations depend on weather/season; check funicular and cable car status the day before.