YOUR ESSENTIAL HOLIDAY INFORMATION
With access to 225km of skiing the resort of Lenzerheide is a great choice for your Powder Byrne ski holiday. On this page you’ll find all of the essential information you need to get your holiday off to a great start, including: flights and transfers, in-resort services, skiing arrangements, ski programmes for adults and children, mountain and village restaurants and ideas for family day.
YOUR HOLIDAY TO LENZERHEIDE
Flights and Transfers
TRAVELLING TO LENZERHEIDEPlease follow the link for your flight type. If you are not sure what your flight type is then please ask our client concierge team.
Scheduled Flights with SWISS: For more information please click here.
Group Flights with SWISS: For more information please click here.
Scheduled Flights with British Airways: For more information please click here.
Group Flights with British Airways: For more information please click here.
Powder Byrne Private Flights: For more information on our exclusive flights please click here.
Private road transfer: 1 hour, 45 minutes from Zurich airport
Luxury group transfer: 1 hour, 45 minutes from Zurich airport or 1 hour, 45 minutes from Friedrichshafen airport.
Train transfer: Approximately 1 hour, 30 minutes from Zurich to Chur (1 change at Zurich HB). From Chur you will travel by road (20 minutes).
For all transfers booked with Powder Byrne the age-appropriate and vehicle-appropriate car seat for children will be provided. If you have any specific requirements regarding the car seats please let us know.
In-Resort Services
FROM OUR EXPERIENCED RESORT TEAMSYou will be fully supported throughout your holiday by our experienced resort team. They will oversee everything from the moment you arrive in the resort to the moment you leave at the end of your holiday. Led by your resort manager, our teams also include drivers, ski hosts and children’s club assistants. Contact details for your resort manager and team members will be confirmed before your holiday and on arrival.
Our Powder Byrne resort shuttle service will be available for transport to and from the slopes when required. By evening our drivers are available on request until 9.30pm for shuttles around resort to allow you to enjoy the range of restaurants and bars available. Shuttle service timings may vary on our mid-week Family Day. Our resort team will advise accordingly.
We offer complimentary on-piste ski guiding exclusively for our adult clients. Our handpicked ski guides will show you around the mountain, help find the best runs on the day and book the best mountain lunch spots, allowing you to leave your piste maps unused. The minimum ski standard for guiding is confident blue run skier (Powder Byrne level 3). The maximum in a group is no more than 10 adults and the groups are often between 6 – 8 people. Each group is arranged according to ski ability. You do not need to pre-book our guiding service and can decide on a daily basis whether you wish to join.
You will receive a personal visit in the evenings from a member of our Powder Byrne team at a time convenient to you. During this visit, you can talk through your arrangements for the following day and request anything you need booked. You will also receive feedback on your children’s day in our programmes, if applicable.
We are able to request babysitting for your holiday. We recommend letting us know your requirements as soon as you can pre-travel due to high demand during peak travel periods.
Powder Byrne babysitting rates are 20 CHF per hour in Switzerland (25 CHF per hour on New Year’s Eve), plus the cost of a taxi for babysitting that finishes after 9.30pm.
If a babysitter is to be shared between two families, the amount charged will be time and a half and the children must be cared for in one room. Payment is to be made in cash directly to the babysitter on the same evening.
Cancellation is to be made 24 hours in advance; otherwise there will be a charge equivalent to 1 hour. In the interest of safety, Powder Byrne do not recommend leaving children unattended in the hotel rooms at any time.
Where possible we use Powder Byrne staff to babysit, however this cannot be guaranteed. In the event that a Powder Byrne babysitter is not available we will try to assist by arranging a local babysitter. Costs will vary and are not controlled by Powder Byrne.
Your babysitting arrangements will be fully confirmed on arrival into resort.
Skiing Arrangements
OUR DEDICATED TEAM ARE HERE TO HELPIf you have opted to use our pre-paid Ski Pass Service, our resort teams will collect and check all the ski passes required for your party prior to your arrival. These will be handed to you in resort, by our local Powder Byrne team, in preparation for your first day on the slopes.
If you need to make any changes or additions to your passes prior to travel our Client Concierge team will be delighted to help you.
Upon arrival in resort our local team will be on hand to help you arrange your ski hire. We work with our carefully selected rental shop to ensure you have the widest choice of skis, boards and boots available. Prices vary depending on requirements and equipment is payable locally.
Adult Ski Programmes
OUR PROGRAMMES IN LENZERHEIDEOur flexible adult ski programmes run on selected weeks throughout the ski season in Lenzerheide. Details about the programme arrangements are outlined below.
We offer complimentary on-piste ski guiding exclusively for our adult clients. Our handpicked ski guides will show you around the mountain, help find the best runs on the day and book the best mountain lunch spots, allowing you to leave your piste maps unused. The minimum ski standard for guiding is confident blue run skier (Powder Byrne level 3). The maximum in a group is no more than 10 adults and the groups are often between 6 – 8 people. Each group is arranged according to ski ability. You do not need to pre-book our guiding service and can decide on a daily basis whether you wish to join.
Our Client Concierge team are here to assist with booking private ski instruction with our recommended ski school should you require tuition. Availability can be limited so we strongly recommend this is arranged well in advance of travel. Lenzerheide Ski School offer the following lesson times:
- 2 hours
- 3 hours
- 4 hours
- 5-6 hours – full day
Please contact our Client Concierge team for more details, availability and full pricing.
Children’s Ski Programmes
OUR PROGRAMMES IN LENZERHEIDEOur exclusive children’s ski programmes run on selected weeks throughout the ski season in Lenzerheide. Details about the programme arrangements are outlined below.
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- Timings: Sign in at 8.30 and sign out at 16.00 (location will be confirmed in resort).
- Lunch arrangements: Lunch will take place within the crèche and will be payable locally.
- Crèche Questionnaire: A crèche questionnaire will be sent to all families prior to travel that have a child booked into the pb crèche. All requirements and latest information can be included on this form.
- Crèche call: You are able to request a pre-travel call with our crèche manager at a time suitable to you.
- Shopping service: We offer a pre-travel baby supplies purchasing service so that you’re able to travel light and stress free.
For further information, including advice on what to bring and safety details, please click here.
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- Timings: Sign in at 8.30 and sign out at 16.00 (location will be confirmed in resort).
- Ski arrangements: The children will learn to ski between 10am-12pm (except family day) before returning to the crèche for lunch and afternoon activities. Lunch is payable locally.
- Crèche Questionnaire: A crèche questionnaire will be sent to all families prior to travel that have a child booked into the pb crèche. All requirements and latest information can be included on this form.
- Crèche call: You are able to request a pre-travel call with our crèche manager at a time suitable to you.
- Shopping service: We offer a pre-travel baby supplies purchasing service so that you’re able to travel light and stress free.
For further information, including advice on what to bring and safety details, please click here.
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- Timings: Sign in at 8.30 and sign out at 16.00 (location will be confirmed in resort).
- Lunch arrangements: The Yeti programme includes a supervised healthy and nutritious lunch from 12pm in one of the mountain restaurants every day that Yeti Club operates.
- Yeti Supper: Supervised Yeti supper will take place each evening (except family day) between 18.00-19.00 in selected hotels.
- What to bring: Ski-suit/Jacket/Pants, Ski gloves, Ski socks, Warm base layers, Ski goggles and/or Sunglasses, Warm hat. Powder Byrne provide all Yeti children with a ski helmet, bum bag and small sun cream.
- Evening activity nights: On two evenings during the week (Monday and Thursday) there will be a supervised evening activity straight after Yeti supper, from 19.00-20.30.
For further information, including advice on what to bring and safety details, please click here.
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- Timings: Sign in at 8.30 and sign out at 16.00 (location will be confirmed in resort).
- Lunch arrangements: The children in SnoZone will eat at a variety of mountain restaurants during the week supervised by our team. They will require approximately CHF 25 per day to pay for their lunch.
- What to bring: Ski-suit/Jacket/Pants, Ski gloves, Ski socks, Warm base layers, Ski goggles and/or Sunglasses, Warm hat. Powder Byrne provide all children with a ski helmet and a fun welcome gift.
- Evening activity nights: On two evenings during the week (Tuesday and Thursday) there will be a supervised evening activity from 19.00-21.00.
For further information, including advice on what to bring and safety details, please click here.
Mountain Dining
GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCES ON THE MOUNTAINOur recommended restaurants include restaurants in both Lenzerheide and Arosa. Both resorts are linked and accessible for skiers. In peak season restaurants fill up fast, so we recommend booking restaurants in advance. Please contact the client concierge team for restaurant reservations or for further restaurant recommendations.
Motta Hütte is one of the best restaurants on the mountain and it does get busy for this reason. Motta offers delicious burgers, schnitzels & meat platters and has an extensive wine list. It is easy to find as it is at the top of the Motta chair.
Scharmoin is located at the mid-station of the Rothorn cable car and offers a grill restaurant upstairs and a self-service downstairs. Everything from bison to bratwurst is served here. Easy accessibility on foot makes this a favourite for non-skiers and for family day.
Piz Scalottas is located at the top of the Scalottas lift and has very good views on a clear day. The menu is very varied: our recommendations are the Rosti and their large selection of burgers.
Crest’ Ota is a friendly and traditional restaurant that serves fantastic cheese fondue, sumptuous meats, rosti specialities and pasta dishes.
Hörnlihütte is a typical mountain restaurant located at the top of the Hornli express ski lift with views over Arosa and towards Lenzerheide. It serves excellent meat dishes with a superb sun terrace.
Village Dining
GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCES IN LENZERHEIDE VILLAGEPlease note that some restaurants require credit card details to confirm the booking and operate strict cancellation policies.
Guarda Val, a Michelin starred, fine dining restaurant that serves beautiful food paired with an extensive selection of wines from their wine cellar. Stunning views add to the atmosphere and make Guarda Val a must visit.
La Patata specialises in really high quality meat dishes, often served with (as the name suggests) excellent and well-prepared potato side dishes. The restaurant has an impressive wine cellar all to be enjoyed in a warm, cosy and informal atmosphere.
Heid-Stübli in the Hotel Lenzerhorn has a warm, cosy atmosphere and serves Swiss specialities and delicious pizzas from the wood fired oven. There are two sittings between 6pm and 7:45pm and 8:15pm onwards.
Revier “Grill & Chill” is a relaxed restaurant serving steak, ribs, burgers and chicken and a fantastic selection of world beers. Located just a 2-minute walk from the Priva Alpine Lodge.
Crap Naros in the Guarda Val Hotel specialises in well-priced local dishes and cheeses served in a village pub atmosphere with a spacious outdoor terrace.
For more restaurant recommendations please click here.
Family Day
OUR SUGGESTIONS FOR YOUR MIDWEEK FAMILY DAYInspiration and information on some of our recommended activities for family day (if you are not hitting the slopes). For more suggested activities or to book any of the below activities please contact the client concierge team.
Ice skating is available on the natural ice rink at the local sports field. It is a great activity for all the family and the ice rink caters for all abilities. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned ice skater, it is always great fun and a great way to spend time as a family.
There a 4 sledge runs in Lenzerheide and they are all accessible via the ski lifts. The runs vary in length, altitude and all offer different types of run. Sledges can be hired through many of the sports retailers in the area. It is essential that children are supervised and that helmets are worn at all times.
Discover the holiday region of Lenzerheide one sure step at a time on one of the 4 snowshoe trails. Follow the pink-lit signposts through snow-covered forests and enjoy nature at its most tranquil.
This restaurant is situated at 2865m and offers fantastic panoramic views of the Swiss Alps. The restaurant is accessible for children of all ages as well as non-skiers, perfect for having lunch as a family. The food is great and it is the highest peak you can reach in Lenzerheide.
The sports centre on the same road as Priva offers a large pool with lanes, children’s pool, diving pool with diving board, huge outdoor pool and an awesome slide suitable for children of all ages.
ACCOMMODATION IN LENZERHEIDE
Please follow the link to your hotel for more information on your stay.
Priva Alpine Lodge
CHALET ACCOMMODATIONAll the essential information you need to know about your stay at Priva Alpine Lodge.
Hotel Schweizerhof
A 4-STAR WELLNESS HOTELAll the essential information you need to know about your stay at Hotel Schweizerhof
Valbella Inn
FAMILY-FRIENDLY HOTELAll the essential information you need to know about your stay at the Valbella Inn.
Hotel Lenzerhorn
MODERN AND LUXURIOUS HOTELAll the essential information you need to know about your stay at Hotel Lenzerhorn.
Guarda Val
TRULY UNIQUE HOTELAll the essential information you need to know about your stay at the Guarda Val.
Revier Mountain Lodge
MODERN AND ECO-FRIENDLYAll the essential information you need to know about your stay at the Revier Mountain Lodge.
