Klosters, located in Prättigau/Davos district in Graubünden canton of Switzerland, is one of the finest ski resorts in the world.  It resembles a classic Alpine village, moderate and unassuming in character. However, the fact that Klosters is the favourite resort of Prince Charles (one of the cable car to the top of Gotschnagrat is named the ‘Prince of) makes it a special place visited regularly by high profile people and paparazzi. Klosters, along with the nearby Swiss town of Davos (8 km), offer wide range skiing facilities. Flüela Pass and the Engadine are located close to Klosters and Davos. The resort elevation is 1,179 metres while the top elevation is 2,884 metres.

Skiing in Klosters:

Klosters is linked with Davos by the same ski pass. Parsenn is easily reachable from both Klosters and Davos and the runs from Parsenn that descend to Klosters are quite steep.

Madras ski area is accessible only from Klosters. Here, the lift area goes up to 2,602 metres and offer good skiing option to the beginners and the intermediates. Off-piste skiing is possible to Jenaz and Fideris.

The skiing season at Klosters runs from late November until April.

Other activities:

• Trip to Davos
• Cross country skiing (for a 35 km long trail) from Klosters is a good option for skiers of all levels
• Visit to Kulturschuppen Klosters, a new cultural centre, which has a theatre and a cinema.
• Sportzentrum Klosters features facilities for skating (free for the resort guests), ice hockey and curling.
• Family fun:
  There is a crèche near the gondola for children aged two years and above on Madrisa besides a children’s ski park. Several ski schools also offer lessons on snowboarding. The sports centre also has hockey and curling classes for teenagers. Some of the hotels here have indoor swimming pools as well.
• Shopping:
  Klosters has a wide variety of fashion and sports shops (near the railway station). Handicraft shops are also found here (look out for Im Spinnänetz). Davos too offers a wide range of shopping opportunities.
• Splashing out:
  Paragliding over the mountains is a good option to avail at Klosters. Paragliding service is offered by Flugcenter Grischa. The service provides tandem flights over Prättigau valley, taking off from the Gotschnagrat.
• Après ski:
  Davos is more popular for après-ski activities than Klosters. However, whatever nightlife Kloster offers, it is mainly centred on Platz area. Chesa Grischuna is attractive for piano music while Wynegg is for its beer. The Gotschnabar is also preferred by the tourists. Casa Antica disco is a good option for those looking for late-night dancing.
• Eating out:
  Guesthouse Sonne is known for its moderately-priced regional dishes. Pizzeria Wynegg, Fellini and Chesa Grischuna are also known for quality fare. Fellini is also known for its drinks. Walserhof is the ultimate place for the gourmet.

Klosters Accommodation:

Klosters has a wide range of beautiful hotels, apartments and guest houses. Central Plaza is a grand location for staying while the neighbouring Davos also has good lodging facilities.

• Alpina (luxury)
• Rustico Hotel (moderate)
• Bündnerhof (budget)

Reaching Klosters:

By air:
Zurich (150 km) is the nearest airport to Klosters.

By rail:
The Klosters station is located at the resort centre and is about 2 hours drive from Zurich. Trains operate between Klosters and Davos.

Getting around:

Klosters is quite a spread out area. A bus service links Platz and Dorf with each other as well as to the ski lifts.

Klosters is quite spread out for a small village, but buses (free for guests) link the two areas, Platz and Dorf, to each other and to the ski lifts.