Davos Year-Round

Davos is far more than one week in January. Europe's highest town runs a full calendar — the Spengler Cup, the world's oldest invitational ice-hockey tournament, fills the arena between Christmas and New Year; summer brings hiking, mountain biking, and a lake warm enough to swim; and festivals, concerts, and sporting events run through the shoulder seasons. Understanding the rhythm of the town helps whether you are timing a return visit, extending a stay either side of the forum, or simply curious about the place beyond the headlines. These guides cover what is on, when to come, and how the seasons change the character of the valley.