Muottas da Schlarigna

Muottas da Schlarigna is a hilltop above Celerina/Schlarigna in the Upper Engadine (Graubünden, Switzerland), rising to roughly 2,305 m above sea level. The name is Romansh. Many visitors confuse it with Muottas Muragl, but they are separate places: that one has a mountain railway, while this one is reached only on foot. It sits at about 46.483 N, 9.879 E and works as a half-day goal for walkers staying around St. Moritz, Celerina or Pontresina.

What will you see from Muottas da Schlarigna?

The summit viewpoint opens onto the valleys and ranges of the Engadine, with Samedan and Pontresina below and, looking toward St. Moritz, the lake that shares its name. The path climbs through larch forest, then above the tree line over root steps and stony ground. A bench marks the top, and walkers often rest on the sun-warmed rocks.

One of the routes passes some of the oldest Swiss stone pines in the Upper Engadine and ends at Lake Stazersee. Lower down, at about 2,260 m, a separate viewing bench looks across to Samedan and Pontresina.

How do you get there?

There is no lift or public road to the top. Approximate walking times to the bench below the summit:

• from San Gian church in Celerina: about 2 h 15 min,
• from St. Moritz Bad: about 1 h 45 min,
• from Pontresina station: about 1 h 15 min.

The popular loop from Pontresina via the viewpoint and Stazersee covers about 14 km, takes around 4 h 40 min and involves roughly 570 m of climbing. It is rated hard. An easier-graded variant is of similar length. A shorter route of about 8 km and 2 h 55 min descends to St. Moritz Bad through old stone pine forest, with views over Lake St. Moritz and toward S-chanf.

When should you go?

Plan the walk for summer or early autumn, when the trails are clear of snow. Start in the morning for good light on the panorama and time to rest at the top. Check current trail conditions beforehand, plus train or bus times if you start from Pontresina.

What should you bring?

The path has roots and loose stones, so wear proper hiking shoes. Carry water, a windproof layer and sun protection, because there is little shade above the forest. Do not count on food along the way; stock up in St. Moritz, Celerina or Pontresina.

Frequently asked questions

Is Muottas da Schlarigna the same as Muottas Muragl?

No. Muottas Muragl is a different mountain above Pontresina and Samedan, served by a funicular. Muottas da Schlarigna rises above Celerina/Schlarigna and can only be reached on foot.

How high is it?

Sources give about 2,305 to 2,307 m above sea level.

What is the shortest way up?

From Pontresina station, about 1 h 15 min to the bench below the summit. From Celerina it takes about 2 h 15 min.

Is the hike difficult?

The climb is around 570 m with a stony stretch above the forest. The full loop from Pontresina via Stazersee is rated hard, and the shorter variants medium.