Mercedes V-Class
1–7 pax · 6 luggage
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CHF 120
Route · Switzerland → Graubünden
From Switzerland to St Moritz.
From Geneva by the Julier Pass, or from Zurich via Chur — either way it’s a drive, not a sprint. Snow tyres, Alpine coffee stops, heated cabin for the whole family.
243 km
3h 20m
Winter tyres Nov–Apr
243km
Road distance
3h 20
Average drive
1’620m
St Moritz altitude
4.9★
Route rating · 62 trips
The route
Across Switzerland, up to the Engadine.
The grand traverse. A1 past Lausanne and Bern, A2/A3 through Central Switzerland, then the Julier or Maloja pass lifts us onto the Engadine high plateau. Five-and-a-half hours of changing landscapes — we plan two proper comfort stops.
Local notes
Good to know for St. Moritz.
Alpine pass logistics
The Julier pass stays open all year; the Maloja is more scenic when conditions permit. Every vehicle carries studded tyres and chains November–April.
Winter conditions
November through April, every vehicle runs studded winter tyres and carries chains. We follow the live MeteoSwiss feed.
Best pickup times
Arrivals outside the 07–09 / 16–19 rush avoid motorway congestion. We’ll flag any busy window when you book.
Ski equipment
Up to eight ski bags fit the V-Class with the internal rack. Twelve skis travel comfortably in the Sprinter.
Route FAQ
Asked about this route.
Is the Julier pass always open?
Year-round, yes — it’s the main Engadine access. In heavy snow we may wait for a snowplough convoy; we’ll flag it before you book.
How early should I leave Geneva?
For a lunchtime arrival, morning pickup is comfortable. In heavy traffic or weather, we advise adding 30–45 minutes — we’ll flag it at booking.
Can we stop for food on the way?
Of course. A full lunch stop in Zurich or Chur is easy — add 45 minutes to your ETA and tell us the restaurant.
Do you operate in blizzard conditions?
We follow cantonal advice. Should the Julier close, we re-route via the Albula train-transport or postpone free of charge.
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