Bernina Pass (Pontresina), Switzerland

Bernina Pass Pontresina

Glaciers and high mountain lakes along the Bernina Express railway.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Bernina Pass

Day 1

  1. MorningRide the Bernina Express over the pass, past glaciers and the turquoise Lago Bianco.
  2. AfternoonWalk from Morteratsch station to the snout of the Morteratsch glacier, with signs showing how far it has melted.
  3. EveningStay in the mountain village of Pontresina.

Day 2

Take the cable car up to the Diavolezza for the view over the glaciers.

What to eat

Capuns, chard-wrapped dumplings, and Engadine nut tart.

Local tips

Make the most of Bernina Pass

Beat the crowds

Summer is busy on the trains. Winter is calm and beautiful.

Best photo spot

The Morteratsch glacier, or the train passing the Lago Bianco.

Getting there

The Bernina railway runs from St. Moritz to Tirano in Italy.

Don't miss nearby

St. Moritz and the Diavolezza cable car.

Good to know

Regional trains run the same route as the Bernina Express, without needing a seat reservation. The walk to the Morteratsch glacier front takes about an hour.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Bernina Pass

Getting there

  • Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)95 km away
  • Milano Linate Airport (LIN)125 km away
  • Bergamo90 km away
  • Milan125 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySwitzerland

Questions

Bernina Pass: good to know

Is Bernina Pass worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. Glaciers and high mountain lakes along the Bernina Express railway.

How many days do you need in Bernina Pass?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Bernina Pass?

You can visit all year. Summer is busy on the trains. Winter is calm and beautiful.

How do you get to Bernina Pass?

The nearest airport is Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY), about 95 km away. The Bernina railway runs from St. Moritz to Tirano in Italy.

What is there to see near Bernina Pass?

Nearby hidden places include Varenna (72 km), Bergamo (90 km) and Lindau (118 km).

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