Rinerhorn

Hidden gem for families and night-time winter sports

Family-friendly: the Rinerhorn in Davos

A toboggan run with 33 bends and rapid steep curves, winter sports at night and a family-friendly ski area with ski lifts and cozy mountain huts. It's no wonder that the Rinerhorn is one of the insider tips in Davos Klosters, and not just among locals.

There are some things that are simply more special in the dark than in the daytime. Anyone who has ever photographed the starry sky or looks back on their first dates as a teenager will know this. It is similar with winter sports on the Rinerhorn: Riding down the 3.5 km long toboggan run or the illuminated ski slope into the valley in the evening is a more intense experience than during the day. During the winter season from mid-December to the end of March, you have the opportunity to experience exactly this on Wednesdays and Fridays from 7 p.m. to 10.30 p.m. If you prefer to leave your boards or sledges at home in the evening, you can take the gondola up to a spaghetti chat (Wednesday) or a candlelight dinner (Friday) in the Jatzmeder restaurant.

Summer: petting zoo, playground and scooter rides

In summer, the Rinerhorn is a real insider tip for families. Easy hikes like the high-altitude trail to Monstein or down into the Sertig Valley invite exploration. A break at the Äbirügg barbecue area is well worth it, as it's easily accessible with a stroller or wheelchair. Right by the mountain station, alpacas await petting, and there's a large playground with a bouncy castle, trampoline, and climbing tower. For extra excitement, try the thrilling scooter descent back down to the valley.

Side valleys

Campfire spots

Map Scooter descent

Flowy single trails for mountain bikers

Speaking of action: The Rinerhorn is also popular with mountain bikers. Besides the Jakobshorn, it's the second starting point for the Alps Epic Trail Davos, the longest singletrack in Switzerland. If you prefer a more leisurely pace or are looking for a shorter route, you'll find numerous alternatives of varying difficulty levels on the mountain. Tip: Save yourself the climb, as the gondola conveniently transports your bike to the top.

Jakobshorn

Alps Epic Trail Davos

Rinerhorn: a family ski resort in winter

The Rinerhorn also has plenty to offer during the day. 49 kilometers of groomed slopes invite you to make wide carving turns. In addition, there's a modern 6-person gondola, four ski lifts, and diverse powder skiing opportunities, such as the black run in the Leidbach Valley – ideal for freeriders. Beginners, families, and leisurely skiers will feel right at home on the predominantly blue and red slopes. At the ski lift, the T-bar is often still handed to you personally, adding a charming touch to your day on the slopes. Children love the Enchanted Forest on the Rinerhorn, where witches are up to mischief and small waves and jumps provide fun in the snow.

Freeride

12 things you should experience on the Rinerhorn

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Treat your children to a playground with a view
Children who want to let off steam after the petting zoo can do so on the large playground next door. A trampoline, climbing tower, bouncy castle and various other play equipment ensure lots of fun. Meanwhile, parents can enjoy a coffee on the sun terrace of the Jatzmeder restaurant.
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Visit the petting zoo
Watching animals is fun. Touching and petting animals is even more fun. The alpacas, goats and pigs in the petting zoo on the Rinerhorn love to be petted and fed. And the best part: free entry for the whole family.
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Grill a sausage at the Äbirügg barbecue area
Light the fire and start sizzling: The Äbirügg barbecue area is only half an hour away from the Rinerhorn mountain station. Table, benches and firewood - everything is there for a cozy barbecue with the whole family or friends. Good to know: This barbecue area with a view is easily accessible with a stroller or wheelchair.

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Camp at the foot of the Rinerhorn
Holidays with mobile homes or a converted VW bus are booming. This is also the case at the campsite in Davos Glaris. Idyllically located on the Landwasser and directly opposite the Rinerhorn valley station, this spot is open to campers all year round. Ideal for bikers, hikers and winter sports enthusiasts.
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A rapid descent into the valley with the scooter
Great views, fast pace and lots of action: the four-and-a-half-kilometer scooter descent from Rinerhorn into the valley in summer keeps its promise. The scooters can be hired from the Rinerhorn mountain station (children/young people CHF 10, adults CHF 15), including a bicycle helmet and a short instruction.

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Ride the longest single trail in Switzerland
The Rinerhorn is, alongside the Jakobshorn, the second entry point for the Alps Epic Trail Davos - the longest single trail in Switzerland. No other trail in Switzerland has yet been awarded the IMBA Epic Trail designation. In short: one of the best mountain bike trails in the world is waiting for you here. Ride on!

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Use the Rinerhorn as a starting point for a hike
The Rinerhorn mountain station is the starting point for hikes with great views. The paths are easy to walk and are also suitable for families. The classics: the high-altitude trail to the original Walser village of Monstein or the hike down into the Sertigtal.

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Do winter sports – at night
On Wednesdays and Fridays, the fun at Rinerhorn continues even after sunset: During the winter season, you can enjoy night skiing and night sledding from 7 pm to 10:30 pm – often accompanied by moonlight. The Grisons Evening on Wednesdays and the Swiss Evening on Fridays provide a delightful finale.
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Test the Davos sledge at its origin
Prefer to go during the day rather than in the evening? The 3.5-kilometer-long toboggan run on the Rinerhorn doesn't necessarily need moonlight to be special. Anyone who dares to go down the 33 bends and rapid steep curves will be rewarded with action and adrenaline. You can also rent original Davos toboggans directly at the valley station.

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Take out the wide powder slats
When it has freshly snowed, the Rinerhorn is a great place to go deep snow skiing on marked black and yellow freeride downhill routes, which are secured when open. The black downhill route (No. 10) near Leidbachtal is an insider tip in freeride circles.
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Meeting point for three generations on the mountain
Whether you take the cable car up comfortably or go on a winter hike to the mountain station: Located right next to the mountain station of the gondola, the Jatzmeder self-service restaurant is a central meeting point on the Rinerhorn. Ideal for grandchildren, grandparents and parents.
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Fed up of classic ski food? Off to the Hubelhütte!
Homemade farmer's bread with bacon, cheese dumplings or Schlutzkrapfen? The Hubelhütte on the Rinerhorn is known for its South Tyrolean specialties. No wonder: The hosts are genuine South Tyroleans. Tip: Freshly made Kaiserschmarrn is available every day from 2 p.m. Mmmhh!

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