All-inclusive anniversary offer “100 years of the Swiss National Park”
The Swiss National Park encompasses a particularly impressive piece of Alpine landscape, with a rich diversity of flora and fauna. Within its boundaries nature is left to develop freely; humans remain in the background and are merely witnesses of the evolution that contributes so greatly to the incomparable character of this habitat.
Extending over 170 km2, the Swiss National Park is the largest protected area in Switzerland and the country's only National Park. It is designated by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as a category 1 nature reserve (highest protection level - strict nature reserve/wilderness area). Founded in 1914, it is the oldest national park in the Alps and central Europe.
The National Park is well known for its extraordinary variety of alpine animals, such as chamois, deer and marmots. A host of alpine plants provide a colourful sight as visitors make their way through the Park. There is a wide choice of paths, with differing degrees of difficulty. You can find more information for the Swiss National Park on their web page:
www.nationalpark.ch.
The National Park is celebrating its centenary. A good reason to set out on a voyage of discovery throughout the region. The all-inclusive offer covers the following
- National Park: Admission to the visitor centre in Zernez
- Public transport throughout the Engadine and the Münster Valley all the way to Mals and Nauders/Reschen
- Cableways included in the Upper Engadine and 50% reduction on cableways in the Lower Engadine (vice versa in Scuol)
Offer:
2-7 nights in a multi-bed, family or double room including breakfast buffet and the above-mentioned services
Price examples per person
- 3 nights in a multi-bed room in Pontresina CHF 138.-, children 6-15 years of age CHF 64.-, children up to 6 years of age free. In Scuol CHF 136.-, prices for children on request.
- 3 nights in a family or double room in Pontresina CHF 186.-, children 6-15 years of age CHF 88.-, children up to 6 years of age free. In Scuol in a family room CHF 184.-, prices for children on request.
- 5 nights in a multi-bed room in Pontresina CHF 226.-, children 6-15 years of age CHF 105.-, children up to 6 years of age free. In Scuol CHF 223.-, prices for children on request.
- 5 nights in a family or double room in Pontresina CHF 306.-, children 6-15 years of age CHF 145.-, children up to 6 years of age free. In Scuol in a family room CHF 303.-, prices for children on request.
- Half board CHF 17.50
- High season supplement 14 Jul - 16 Aug 2014: CHF 5.- per person/night
Valid:
- in Pontresina: 28 May - 19 Oct 2014
- in Scuol: 06 Jun - 21 Oct 2014
- Booking per E-Mail or per Telephone
Pontresina Youth Hostel
Staying in these magnificent mountain surroundings, with their myriad of contrasts, is a delightful and unforgettable experience. Cyclists can pick up supplies here, while hikers arrive from Alp Languard via the high-altitude trail and discover the breath-taking panorama. And when those taking part in the Engadine Ski Marathon catch sight of the large, red building they can breathe a sigh of relief: they've reached the halfway mark!
The very name "Engadine" already stands for exciting adventure holidays, and the Cuntschett sport and leisure hostel offers you perfect, yet simple accommodation.
In summer, the Youth Hostel is an excellent starting point, whether you prefer simple walks or strenuous high alpine tours. In winter, it's located right next to the cross-country tracks and winter hiking paths, and is not far from the ski and toboggan runs.
The common room, with its small library and television corner, is an invitation to strike up conversation and make friends - just like the sun terrace or the open fire in the public family restaurant. Here, you should try one of the many flavours of ice cream or the home-made hazelnut tart.
In the evening, if you're looking for entertainment, Pontresina has a great deal to offer - ranging from cinemas to jazz bars and discos. Try a moonlight hike - or a run on the floodlit toboggan run. Naturally, the hostel is open round the clock to cater for night birds.
Scuol Youth Hostel
The 2007 newly built, modern Scuol Youth Hostel is situated near the station, next to the mountain cableways and just ten minutes from “Bogn Engiadina”: a perfect base for sports-oriented guests, families, young people and groups.
Modern architectural design is in perfect harmony with traditional Engadine buildings. The youth hostel offers 164 beds in rooms with 6, 4 and 2 beds. Many of the rooms have their own shower and WC. In the cosy dining room, guests sit together at the long dining table and enjoy the delicious 3-course menu. The cuisine focuses on regional produce from local farmers. Grisons dishes as well as tried-and-tested classics feature on the menu.
The elegant lobby with bar, lounge and open fire is a meeting point for guests. They also have the use of a games room and a sitting room with a superb view of the Grisons mountain landscape. The entire hostel fulfils the requirements for the Minergie sustainable construction label.
