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Klosters-Serneus: A Quintessential Swiss Alpine Escape

Experience the charm of Klosters-Serneus: A blend of world-class skiing, stunning Alpine scenery, and discreet luxury in the Swiss Alps.

Klosters-Serneus, often called Klosters, is a charming Swiss village in the Prättigau valley, known for its blend of traditional chalet architecture and world-class skiing. Favored by royalty and celebrities, it offers a more intimate and relaxed atmosphere compared to neighboring Davos. With slopes for all skill levels and a variety of summer activities, Klosters-Serneus provides a picturesque Alpine getaway year-round.

A brief summary to Klosters-Serneus

Local tips

  • Take advantage of the Davos Klosters Premium Card for free local bus travel and discounted mountain railway tickets.
  • Visit in winter for skiing and snowboarding, or in summer for hiking and mountain biking.
  • Explore the traditional Swiss culture at the Nutli-Hüschi folk museum.
  • Check out Madrisa Land for family-friendly activities.
  • Enjoy the local cuisine at one of the many restaurants in the chalet-style village.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From the Klosters train station (Klosters Platz or Klosters Dorf), the village center is easily accessible by the local bus network. Several bus routes connect the train stations with various points in Klosters-Serneus. The local bus service is free for holders of a Davos Klosters guest card. Otherwise, regular public transport tickets can be purchased at SBB Shop, via the SBB Mobile app, or at ticket machines. A single, short-distance fare typically costs around CHF 2-3.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available at both Klosters Platz and Klosters Dorf train stations. A taxi ride from either station to a location within Klosters-Serneus typically costs between CHF 15-30, depending on the distance. Taxi Fly and Gotschna-Taxi are two local taxi services. Be aware that taxi fares in Davos and Klosters start at CHF 6.00, with an additional CHF 5.00 per kilometer.

  • Walking

    Many locations within Klosters-Serneus are within walking distance of each other. From Klosters Platz train station, the Gotschna cable car station is about a 15-20 minute walk. From Klosters Dorf to Klosters Platz is about a 2km walk, roughly 25 minutes. Walking is a great way to explore the village and enjoy the scenery.

  • Car

    If arriving by car, Klosters-Serneus is accessible via Highway 28 from Landquart. Parking is available in Klosters, with various parking lots and garages. Parking fees vary, but expect to pay around CHF 2.00 per hour. Be aware that a general night-time parking ban is in effect during the winter months (November 1st to April 30th from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m.). A toll sticker (CHF 40) is required to drive on the motorway in Switzerland.

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Klosters-Serneus, typically referred to as Klosters, is a municipality formed in 1865 by merging the villages of Serneus and Klosters. Nestled in the Prättigau valley in the canton of Grisons, it stands out as a stylish holiday destination that has preserved its authentic character. The municipality consists of Klosters Platz, Klosters Dorf, Selfranga, Äuja, Monbiel, Serneus, Mezzaselva, and Saas im Prättigau. Klosters gained prominence over a century ago as both a winter and summer resort. Its reputation as a sophisticated holiday classic was cemented in the 1950s when numerous American and British film, music, and theater personalities discovered its charm, earning it the nickname "Hollywood on the Rocks". The village maintains an elegant yet unpretentious atmosphere, characterized by chalet-style buildings and a discreet approach to luxury. Winter in Klosters is synonymous with skiing, offering slopes suitable for beginners to seasoned experts. The Parsenn ski area is particularly popular, boasting 18 cableways and ski lifts, along with some of the longest runs in Europe. Madrisa, another key ski area, provides long downhill runs and cross-country trails. Beyond skiing, visitors can enjoy horse-drawn sleigh rides, snowshoeing, and ice skating. In the summer, the landscape transforms into an ideal setting for hiking and mountain biking through forests and alpine meadows. Key attractions include the 15th-century church of St. Jacob, showcasing beautiful windows by Swiss painter Augusto Giacometti, and the Nutli-Hüschi folk museum, housed in a 16th-century farmhouse, displaying traditional regional artifacts. The Madrisa Land adventure park offers family-friendly activities such as pony rides and slides.

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