An impressive view from Piz Palü across the Bellavista to Piz Bernina. Six kilometres before the Bernina Pass, the cable car climbs up on the right to this glacier viewpoint at almost 3,000 metres above sea level.
Legend has it that unwary hunters would follow a beautiful, flame-haired mountain nymph, only to disappear forever – the Diavolezza is said to get its name from this she-devil.
The Diavolezza offers a host of activities in summer: a beautiful panoramic terrace with a view of the “Festsaal der Alpen”, a mountain retreat with double and multi-bed rooms, the VR Diavolezza – the highest virtual reality experience in the world – and of course numerous hiking trails and via ferratas. The classic glacier hike over the Pers and Morteratsch glaciers to the Morteratsch station is also very popular. We recommend you make this tour in the company of a mountain guide.
In winter, snow sports enthusiasts can look forward to a perfectly groomed ski area, complete with a descent by the light of the full moon.
Altitude: 2,973 metres
How to get there: Train from Chur or St. Moritz to Bernina Diavolezza (you will either need to change trains or take a bus from Pontresina), cable car to the Diavolezza
Views: The frozen world of the Pers and Morteratsch glaciers, behind them the Piz Palü massif and Piz Bernina, to the north the Val Bernina and the Bernina Pass
Attractions: Glacier hike from Diavolezza to Morteratsch, two via ferratas with different levels of difficulty, an evening among the peaks followed by an overnight stay at the Berghaus
Food and drink: Regional Graubünden and Veltlin recipes
Accommodation: Berghaus Diavolezza: Double and multi-bed rooms
Groups: Bellavista restaurant (seating for 120), Diavolezza Stübli (50), self-service restaurant (100); also suitable for workshops and meetings
Winter: Diavolezza and Lagalp winter sports area
Special comments: In winter, 10km descent via the Pers and Morteratsch glaciers to Morteratsch
Note: The mountain ascent is not included in the Swiss Travel Pass/GA travelcard. Buy your tickets on arrival at the station.
