Davos

Davos is a town in Graubünden, Switzerland.

By Plane

The nearest commercial airport with scheduled airline service is Zürich .

By Train

It takes nearly 3 hours to reach Davos by train from Zürich. There are train connections from Zürich’s Hauptbahnhof (main station) to Davos every hour between 06:00 and 23:00. You can check timetables and other information on the official Swiss Federal Railways website .

Fares to Klosters (one stop nearer to Zürich) are cheaper at Fr.

96 return in second class. The train journey between Klosters Dorf and Davos Platz, stopping at Klosters Platz and Davos Dorf on the way, takes just under half an hour. It is free for tourists with the inclusive Davos/Klosters visitor card (Gästekarte).

Air travellers may also take advantage of the Fly & Rail baggage service where baggage may be deposited, after clearing customs in Zürich, at the railway counter in the station for direct transfer to Klosters and Davos. Using this service saves the passenger the trouble of carrying luggage when changing trains at Zürich’s Main Station and Landquart. The Fly & Rail rate for luggage is Fr.

20 (US$15) per item.

Davos Platz railway station .

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Davos Dorf railway station .

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By Car / Road

It will take about 2 hours (160 kilometres/103 miles) to get to Davos by car from Zürich. From Zürich-Kloten Airport: take A51 to Zürich and look for the road signs to Chur (Expressway A), take Exit “Landquart-Davos” and follow road signs to Davos.

By Bus

Buses from Chur to Davos run daily. Travel time is approximately 2 hours.

During the ski season, buses travel from Zürich airport to Davos Dorf or Davos Platz every Saturday and return from Davos Dorf or Platz to the airport every Saturday in December through April. The trip takes approximately 2 hours, with a pickup at the train stations three times daily.

The municipal bus system is very convenient, traversing from one end of the Promenade to the other. Davos is only around 3 or 4

km long and about 1

km wide, so it is easy to get anywhere by bus or a short walk. Cabs are also available, but run about Fr.

12-15 during the day and double that at night. You should ask Gästekarte from your hotel or from the tourist office. With the Gästekarte almost all local buses, local trains and lifts are free!

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Kirchner Museum Davos ,

Ernst Ludwig Kirchner Platz ,

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+41 81 410 63 00 ,

fax : +41 81 410 63 01 .

Open Tuesday through Sunday .

Established in honour of Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, the German Expressionist painter. Opened in 1992, it is home to the world's largest collection of the artist's work. The museum building was designed by the Zürich architects Annette Gigon and Mike Guyer. It attracts great attention in architectural circles.

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10, Senior Citizen: Fr.

8, Children and Students Fr.

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Winter Sports Museum ,

Promenade 43 ,

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+41 81 413 24 84 .

While in the winter wonderland of Davos, visit the Winter Sport Museum. This museum holds a large collection of winter sport equipment and documents donated by the Jürg Kaufmann family. The well-preserved exhibits (sleds, bobsleds, skis, skates, curling material, etc.) document the history of winter sports.

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Zügenschlucht .

Gaze upon a romantic gorge that has a spectacular railway line and a mining museum at the Schmelzboden at 1340

m. While you're there, explore the Geology Trail between Davos-Monstein and Wiesen.

Lose yourself in the Schatzalp (1861m), an alpine botanical garden that has such stunning scenery, it inspired German author Thomas Mann to write his novel “The Magic Mountain”, published in 1924. It contains around 800 different species of plants from all over the world and is truly impressive in June and July, when flowers are in bloom.

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Sertigtal .

Its unique natural beauty and mountain scenery make for an unforgettable alpine experience. Unleash your romantic side and go for a ride by horse-drawn carriage or sledge.

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Bier Vision Monstein

( Monstein Brewery ),

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+41 81 420 3060 .

Have a drink atop the highest brewery in Europe. Take a class and learn about the finer points of beer making. Guided tours are available and tastings are worthwhile. Every Friday from 16:00–19:00, you can purchase beer directly from the brewery.

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Vaillant Arena .

Vaillant Arena is one of the most beautiful hockey arenas in the world. It can hold up to 7,700 people. Every year a number of exciting events take place there. Some of the most important ones are the Spengler Cup and the Ice Gala . It is also a good idea to visit the Vaillant Arena, enjoy a dinner there and watch the famous Hockey Club HCD play.

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Paragliding is a popular activity all-year round in Davos. The flying area at the Jakobshorn mountain provides reliable thermals and launch sites for all wind directions. Booking for tandem flights can be made at the local flying school Air-Davos Paragliding , phone: +4179 311 57 84 , email: [email protected] .

O’Neill SB-JAM Davos — This freestyle snowboarding event takes place every year in Davos, with the qualifying rounds open to everyone (December/January).

Young Artists in Concert — Occurring in July and August, this concert is where young musicians from all over the world perform as soloists or in chamber groups at the Davos Conference Centre, in the Kirchner Museum and in various churches.

International Hiking Rally — Occurring annually in September, this hiking rally covers four routes in the mountains around Davos, with stamps for the number of kilometres walked and coveted medals.

Playgrounds and adventure parks .

For families with small children, there are several fun playgrounds in and around Davos. For youth, adults, and families with older children, there are a number of different climbing adventure parks.

Davos is internationally recognised as the largest resort in the Alps for mountain holidays and a top travel destination. Ski and snow activities are a must do in the winter, and at altitudes between 1124 and 2844 m, guests will find 54 ski lifts, 320

km of slopes, 75

km of cross-country ski tracks, two artificial ice-skating rinks and Europe’s largest natural ice rink for people to skate or to curl. And no fewer than five sledging runs to have fun on! For skiing fanatics, the best areas are the Parsenn and Weissfluhjoch which connect up with the neighbouring resort of Klosters. The Jakobshorn, on the other hand, is the in place for snowboarders, with its half-pipe and monster pipe. For a quieter time, take a ride by horse-drawn sledge into the snowy side valleys, or experience the Davos mountains from 84

km of beautifully prepared winter footpaths and snow-shoe trails.

In the summer, the cable-cars on the Jakobshorn (2590 m), Parsenn including the Weissfluhjoch und -gipfel (2844 m), Pischa (2483 m), Rinerhorn (2490 m) and Schatzalp/Strela provide access to four hiking areas with a total of 450

km of marked footpaths. Anyone seeking rest and relaxation amid unspoilt nature should head off on foot, by bike or by horse-drawn carriage up the romantic side valleys of Sertig, Dischma or Flüela. For a change of scene, visit the Davos Lake with its swimming area and a sailing and surfing centre. In addition, there are opportunities for hang-gliding and paragliding and mountain bike and inline skating routes. Davos is also the starting point for excursions on the famous Glacier Express, and the Heidi and Bernina Express trains.

Nearby Klosters offers access to the Madrisa and Gotschna peaks in summer and winter, and a similar variety of walking trails and pistes, depending on the season.

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Arabella Sheraton Hotel Waldhuus ,

Dagmar Weber, Dir, Mattastr. 58, 7270 Davos Platz ,

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+41 81 417 93 33 .

Indulge in some high-class Swiss cuisine made with fresh local products. The Matta-Bar inside the restaurant is a bar with a fireplace where you can relax to the sounds of piano music.

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ArtHausRestaurant ,

Diegodo Clavadetscher, Platzstrsse 5, 7220 Davos Platz ,

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+41 81 410 05 10 .

French meets Asian cuisine in a delightful pairing. Choose from a creative menu and dine in a cosy and charming ambiance.

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Bauernstube Sunstar Parkhotel ,

Parkstrasse 1, 7270, Davos ,

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+41 81 413 1414 .

Famed for their fondues, they serve meat and cheese fondues and a selection of local specialities à la carte for dinner every day.

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Bruhin's Weissfluhgipfel ,

Matthias Bruhin, Parsenn, 7260 Davos Dorf ,

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+41 81 417 66 44 .

Chef Sebastian Schallen treats his guests to simple, market fresh food, served 2864 m above sea level. Special attention has been made to the wine list, featuring a variety of good choices. Dine to views of Graubunden’s mountain world.

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Buffalo-Grill-Restaurant ,

Uschi Biäsch und Heinz Hübscher, Berglistutz 2, 7270 Davos Platz ,

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+41 81 420 09 09 .

Meat lovers can get their fix here, with this being Davos's favourite steakhouse. Rustic wooden setting.

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Coop-Restaurant Grischuna ,

Bahnhofstrasse 1, CH-7270 Davos Platz ,

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+41 81 410 01 82 .

Great food, though limited in variety. Staff all speak English and food is served in a convivial atmosphere.

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Der Pate ,

Bahnhofstrasse 6, Davos Dorf ,

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+41 81 416 42 44 .

Understated and good value pizzeria and pasta restaurant sited next to the end of the platform at Davos Dorf station. "Der Pate" means "the Godfather", so don't be surprised by the Marlon Brando film posters.

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Fluela-Stubli, Hotel Fluela ,

Bahnhofstrasse 5, 7260 Davos Dorf ,

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+41 81 410 17 17 .

Enjoy the haute cuisine of the Flüela Stübli, known for its excellent meat dishes and worthy meat and cheese fondues. Children are welcomed at this fine dining restaurant.

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Restaurant/Bistro Gentiana ,

Promenade 53 ,

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+41 81 413-5649 .

Small restaurant on the main thoroughfare of Davos. Short walk from many of the hotels. Specializes in local cuisine (fondues and regional dishes). Food is interesting and well presented. The ambience is that of a small cafe with attentive staff. Thoroughly enjoyable and moderately priced (approximately Fr.

160 for dinner for two with wine).

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Golden Dragon ,

Hotel Grischa Talstrasse 3 7270 Davos Platz ,

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+41 81 414 97 97 .

Chinese dishes are freshly prepared for you as and when they are ordered.

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Mann & Co ,

Waldhotel Davos, Buolstrasse 3 .

It's a culinary experience dining at Mann & Co, already been recognized by the "Gault-Millau" guide and serves exquisite 5 course meals every day. The 5 course meals includes Graubünden classics and more exotic dishes served

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Swiss wine, beer, and hot chocolate are widely available. Cafés and bars in Davos offer a range of local and international beverages.

Accommodation in Davos ranges from budget guesthouses to mid-range hotels and upscale resorts. Book in advance during peak season (July-August and December-March).

You will be surprised by the huge variety of shops located along the main thoroughfare. There you will find trendy sports shops, fashion boutiques, antique and book shops, gift and souvenir shops, gourmet shops with Graubünden specialities. A big department store (Migros) is located at each end of Davos (Davos Platz and Davos Dorf). There is a Denner near the station.

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