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ℹ️Practical info — Davos
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💡 Tips
- Book your accommodation well in advance, especially during the winter season and major events.
- Make use of the Davos Klosters Premium Card, provided to overnight guests, for discounted or free local transport and cable cars.
- The town is spread out between Davos Dorf and Davos Platz; taking the local bus is the quickest way to get around.
- Don't underestimate the high altitude (1,560 meters); take it easy on your first day before attempting strenuous hikes.
- In winter, choose the Parsenn area for classic long ski runs, or head to Jakobshorn if you prefer snow parks and snowboarding.
🍽 Food
Warm up after an active day with a traditional fondue in a cozy chalet-style restaurant in Davos Platz.
This air-dried beef specialty is the great local appetizer, found in almost every traditional eatery.
Try this hearty alpine potato dish, frequently served with apple sauce and cheese in rustic mountain huts.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
The Promenade features numerous excellent sports shops where you can buy or rent high-quality outdoor equipment.
The main Promenade has a mix of luxury watch boutiques and classic Swiss souvenir shops.
A sunny, mostly level walking path above the town that provides beautiful views away from the busy main roads.
Enjoy a tranquil walk around the lake, which provides a peaceful escape in both summer and winter.
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Davos is located in the canton of Graubünden and, at an elevation of 1,560 meters, holds the title of the highest town in Europe. It gained global fame in the 19th century as a high-altitude health resort for respiratory illnesses, famously providing the setting for Thomas Mann's novel 'The Magic Mountain.' Today, Davos is internationally recognized primarily as the host of the World Economic Forum (WEF), an annual meeting of global political and business leaders. Geographically, the town is situated in a long alpine valley surrounded by peaks like the Weissfluhjoch. As a premier winter sports destination, the Davos-Klosters area gives vast skiing terrain and is a renowned hub for cross-country skiing. During the summer, the region transforms into a sanctuary for hikers and mountain bikers. In addition to sport and diplomacy, Davos is a significant center for science, home to the Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research (SLF).
- Location: Switzerland
- Top sights: Wintersport-Museum Davos · Kirchner Museum · Heimatmuseum
- Nearby: Klosters (9 km)
- Population: ~10.898
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -8 | -8 | -4 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 7 | 3 | -2 | -7 |
| Rain mm | 93 | 70 | 90 | 88 | 146 | 170 | 167 | 184 | 122 | 101 | 90 | 93 |
Geography
Facts
- Davos is the highest town in Europe at 1,560 meters above sea level.
- The World Economic Forum (WEF) has been held here annually since 1971.
- Thomas Mann's 'The Magic Mountain' is set in a Davos sanatorium.
- The Spengler Cup, the oldest international ice hockey tournament, takes place here.
- The WSL Institute for Snow and Avalanche Research SLF is based in Davos.
- The Davos-Klosters ski area features over 300 kilometers of slopes.
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