St. Moritz has a reputation for luxury and yes, it is stunning but here’s the truth most people don’t tell you: you don’t need a Swiss Alps budget to experience it. The travel hack? Base yourself in Chur, Switzerland. 🇨🇭 Chur is Switzerland’s oldest city and one of the most underrated places to stay in the Swiss Alps. It’s walkable, safe, filled with great restaurants, and most importantly, perfectly connected by train. From Chur, St. Moritz is less than 2 hours away by train, making it an easy and scenic day trip. You still get the alpine lakes, luxury atmosphere, mountain views, and iconic photos without paying St. Moritz hotel prices every night. Chur is also the gateway to one of the most famous train journeys in Europe: the Bernina Express, linking Switzerland to Italy. This makes it an ideal base if you’re planning a multi-country Europe trip, visiting Swiss Germany, the Swiss Alps, and northern Italy all while saving money. Unlike many Swiss alpine towns, Chur doesn’t require a car. You can walk everywhere, hop on trains effortlessly, and enjoy the Alps without the stress or cost. It’s Switzerland done smart, not rushed or overpriced. If you’re planning Switzerland travel in 2025, especially places like St. Moritz, St. Moritz day trips, Swiss Alps itineraries, or scenic train routes in Europe this is the move. 📌 Save this for your Switzerland itinerary 📤 Share with someone planning Europe 💬 Would you stay in Chur or St. Moritz?