Ready. Set. Glide

Your Nordic Kick-off 2026/27

December is for those who don’t hesitate: crisp air, freshly groomed tracks, barely anyone around. This is where it starts — your cross-country season. Not someday. Now.

Together with professional instructors, we get you on track. Two opening courses and your chance to rethink and refine your technique. Whether it’s your first time on skis or you already know what flow feels like.

And after? Recharge. In the Mountain Lounge. On the terrace. In your own rhythm.

Cross-country skier on a snowy trail in Val Morteratsch near Pontresina with snow-covered larch trees and an imposing mountain panorama

What to expect

Welcome event in Pontresina on arrival day at 6.00 pm
Cross-country lessons for beginners to advanced levels in different ability groups (max. 8 participants per group)
3 × 2 hours of instruction
Supporting program: core & stability training; wildlife watching or snowshoe hike; waxing workshop and ski testing
Special rental rates: Classic CHF 70 or Skating CHF 90
Your retreat at Sunstar Hotel Pontresina: flexible, relaxed, “Your Way”
Direct access to the cross-country trails right in front of the hotel

The opening courses take place in cooperation with Pontresina Tourism and local cross-country schools on the following dates:

Course 1: Saturday – Tuesday, Nov 28 – Dec 1, 2026

Course 2: Wednesday – Saturday, Dec 2 – Dec 5, 2026

Winter village view of Pontresina with snow-covered houses, steaming stream and imposing mountain panorama under a bright blue sky

Included in the price

Accommodation in a Mountain Style double room or a Mountain Living loft room

Also included

Breakfast buffet
Drinks from the minibar
Delizio coffee machine in the room
Kettle and tea selection
Access to the wellness area
State-of-the-art facilities for maintaining, drying, washing, and safely storing your equipment

Optional

Half board at Restaurant Bun Di (CHF 35.00 per person/day, on request)

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Couple toasting with colourful cocktails and enjoying a relaxed moment at Sunstar Hotel Pontresina.

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