View of St. Moritz – Schellenursli Trail loop from Sankt Moritz
View of St. Moritz – Schellenursli Trail loop from Sankt Moritz
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View of St. Moritz – Schellenursli Trail loop from Sankt Moritz
01:29
4.70km
200m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 21, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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16 m
Bylandt Memorial Fountain
Highlight • Monument
The Cresta Run takes place on the ice rink in St. Moritz. It is similar to skeleton.
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66 m
Leaning Tower of St. Moritz
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A landmark dating back to the 12th century, the Leaning Tower was originally part of St. Mauritius Church, which was demolished in 1890. The tower is 33 meters tall and leans at a 5.5-degree angle—even more than the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa (about 4 degrees less).
It is located directly opposite the Kulm Hotel. The tower is not only an impressive architectural feature but also a symbol of St. Moritz's medieval heritage. Visitors can admire and photograph its distinctive tilt from various vantage points in the town center. Its lean is due to the soft ground on which it was built—and yet it has stood steadfast for centuries as one of the most photographed landmarks in the region.
The Cresta Rider
The life-size bronze Cresta Rider by David Wynne is a gift from the St. Moritz Tobogganing Club to the town for its 100th anniversary. It is located at the foot of the Leaning Tower, near the first streetlamp and opposite the Kulm Hotel.
CONFISERIE HANSELMANN, A Sweet Paradise in St. Moritz
Café Hanselmann is world-famous for its exquisite cakes, chocolates, and pastries. The beautiful sgraffito facade dates back to 1912, and inside, guests are greeted by an elegant, nostalgic ambiance with artistic details. In addition to classic sweets, Hanselmann also offers select coffee and tea specialties – a must for all lovers of culinary delights.
Text / Source: St. Moritz Tourism AG, Via Maistra 12, St. Moritz
stmoritz.com/directory/st-moritz-insider/wenig-zeit-st-moritz-in-zwei-stunden-1
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1.46 km
View of St. Moritz
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2.32 km
Heidi Hut Salastrains
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2.75 km
Schellenursli Trail
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4.23 km
Chantarella Funicular Valley Station
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4.41 km
St. Moritz Town Hall
Highlight • Monument
The story of St. Moritz, as we know it today, begins in 1864, when hotelier Johannes Badrutt made a bet with his guests from Great Britain. He promised that not only the summer, but also the St. Moritz winter would be so pleasant that on sunny days one could enjoy the sun on the terrace without a jacket. Should his promise prove false, the hotelier would pay for their travel and winter stay. Wrapped head to toe in furs, the group of men crossed the Julier Pass the following December. Upon arriving in St. Moritz, the sky was clear, the sun warm, and Badrutt stood before them to greet them without a jacket and with his shirtsleeves rolled up. Winter tourism was born.
More: Pioneer History | St. Moritz, Switzerland (stmoritz.com)
Text/Source: ENGADIN ST. MORITZ TOURISMUS AG Via Maistra 1, CH-7500 St. Moritz, stmoritz.com
engadintourismus.ch/fileadmin/user_upload/Fakten_ueber_St._Moritz_DE.pdf
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4.55 km
View of Lake St. Moritz and the Engadine Mountains
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4.70 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.61 km
1.55 km
476 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
2.92 km
1.15 km
603 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (2,040 m)
Lowest point (1,840 m)
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Sunday 28 June
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8°C
94 %
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