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Cross-country skiing
in Sils

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Cross-country skiing
in Sils

Where you are a beginner, an expert or just ski for fun, the Engadin is a cross-country skier's paradise. It offers more than 220 kilometres of magical cross-country ski trails. The sunniest of these are in Sils and on the frozen Lake Sils.

Ideal for professionals and hobby cross-country skiers

Curdin Perl has 13 years of cross-country World Cup experience. For him, Sils offers ideal training possibilities, which is one of the reasons why he lives with his young family in Sils. The cross-country ski runs in Sils are right on the doorstep. Whether classic or skating, all those interested in cross-country skiing will find something to their taste in and around Sils. Try it out!

Curdin Perl shows the cross-country skiing variety of Sils.

Sils lake trails

As soon as the ice on Lake Sils is thick enough and the snow conditions allow, we prepare wonderful cross-country ski trails for you across the glittering expanse to Maloja and to Plaun da Lej or Sulej/Silvaplana. The sheer pleasure of the wide-open spaces is written on the faces of all Nordic fans. The route measures 12 kilometres straight across Lake Sils, Lake Silvaplana and Lake Champfèr, which are part of the famous Engadin Ski Marathon trail, and takes you past idyllic side valleys and across Isola.

  • Lake trail Sils – Maloja: 4.5 km
  • Sils Baselgia – Plaun da Lej: 3.0 km
  • Sils Maria - Isola: 2.5 km
  • Lake trail Sils – Silvaplana – Surlej: 3.0 km
  • Engadin Skimarathon trail: from Maloja to S-chanf 42 km

Trails in and around Sils

You will find attractive circular trails in and around Sils.

  • Sils Baselgia circular trail: 2.2 km
  • Furtschellas circular trail: 2.6 km
  • Isola circular trail: 1.0 km
  • Fex Platta circular trail: 1.0 km

Interactive cross-country skiing map

Cross-country skiing in the Fex Valley

Savour the silence, find your own rhythm and admire the beautiful scenery: it's as though the largely traffic-free Fex Valley and its trails are tailor-made for enjoying cross-country skiing. You can also look forward to sampling the local specialities in the various hotels and restaurants along the way, even in winter.

  • Cross-country ski trail into the Fex Valley, starting at the Furtschellas valley station – Fex Platta: 2.5 km
  • Cross-country ski trail Fex Platta – Fex Crasta: 1.7 km
  • Cross-country ski trail Fex Crasta – Hotel Fex: 1.8 km
  • Cross-country ski trail Hotel Fex – Plaun Vadret glacier: 4.0 km

Engadin Ski Marathon

The legendary Engadin Ski Marathon stretches over 42 kilometres from Maloja to S-chanf. Around 14,200 cross-country ski enthusiasts make the pilgrimage to our southerly upper valley each year to take part in the world-famous Engadin Ski Marathon (always the second Sunday in March).

Night race

The Engadin Night Race from Sils to Pontresina will take place on  the Thursday before the Engadin Ski Marathon.

Muot Marias cross-country ski centre in Sils

You can stop off to use the wax room, cloakrooms, toilettes and showers or have a bite to eat at the restaurant Grond Burger. More information about Muot Marias

Cross-country ski pass prices

The whole Engadin region is excellently maintained, thanks to the tireless efforts of the drivers of the 15 machines who are out either early in the morning or late at night grooming the trails. We therefore request that locals and visitors show their appreciation and support for the sport by purchasing a pass.

Day pass CHF 10.00
Week pass CHF 30.00
Season cross-country ski pass  CHF 80.00
Swiss cross-country ski pass  CHF 160.00


Buy your ski trail pass at the following sales outlets:

  • Online Ticket Store
  • Sales staff at various points along the cross-country ski trails
  • Local tourist information offices
  • Cross-country ski schools/centres

Useful links

Slope report See all cross-country ski reports

Interactive vross-country skiing map More than 220 impressive kilometres.

Cross-country school Cross-country ski courses for adults and adolescents in Sils.

Rent, buy and service The local sports shops provide a full service.