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| COUNTRY: Switzerland (Printer Version) |
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| TITLE: Flims / Laax Ski Area |
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NOTES: Southeast of Zurich, this relatively undiscovered area has plenty of snowboarding in the Swiss Alps. There are 220km of pistes, with a 14km long run. These are served by 25 lifts. The total vertical is 1,900m.
To reach this area from Zurich, head southeast on Route A3 and then south on Route A13 to Bonaduz. Turn west on Route 19 to Flims.
For apres ski, check out the Crap Bar at the base of the main tram in Laax. For nightlife, head over to the Lobby Bar at the Riders Palace.
FYI - Flims is larger with more restaurants and bars. It may be recommended to stay in Flims as a base.
Note: the best way to get around Switzerland in the winter is via train. A good value, if it still exists, is the Swiss Card which can be bought for First or Second Class. It must be purchased before arrival 800-438-7245 or www.raileurope.com.
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| FOR MORE
INFORMATION: Tourism (0041) 081-920-9202; Swiss Tourism in US (800) GO-SWISS or (212) 757-5944. |
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| SEASON: Jan. - Mar. |
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| RATING: Moderate |
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| BREAKFAST JOINT: The Living Room, Flims |
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| BASE CAMP: Riders Palace (011) 41-81-927-9700; Hotel Meiler-Prau (0041) 081-920-9393; Leoneck Hotel, Zurich |
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| LUXURY LODGE: Adula (0041) 081-928-2828; Park Hotel Waldhaus (0041) 081-928-4848; Hotel Schweizerhor |
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