Why Pontresina?
- A family resort in the shadow of St. Moritz
- Direct access to the Bernina massif
- Graubuenden lump-sum taxation
- Lex Koller resort status
- A quieter atmosphere than St. Moritz
Market data Pontresina (Q1 2026)
The property market in Pontresina shows a rising trend, with prices up 5.8% year-on-year. Villas and detached houses trade at a median of CHF 22'000/m², apartments at CHF 18'500/m².
Taxes in Pontresina
Municipal tax rate: 90%
Property transfer tax (buyer): 2.0%
Imputed rental value factor: 70% of market rental value
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Location & infrastructure
- Public transport: Rhaetian Railway Bernina line, PostBus to St. Moritz (8 min.)
- Distance to lake: 5000m
- Schools: Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz nearby
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Frequently asked questions about Pontresina
- What is the tax rate in Pontresina?
- The municipal tax rate is 90%. Graubuenden offers lump-sum taxation - Pontresina is attractive as a quieter alternative to St. Moritz.
- What do chalets cost in Pontresina?
- Chalets sit at a median of CHF 22,000/m2. View locations on the Muragl slope reach CHF 25,000+/m2. Off-market transactions predominate in the upper segment.
- Can foreign nationals buy in Pontresina?
- Pontresina has Lex Koller resort status with a quota. As of 2026, quotas are around 80% exhausted. A pre-ruling lead time of 12-18 months is recommended.
- How good are Pontresina's connections?
- The Rhaetian Railway Bernina line plus a St. Moritz connection. PostBus to St. Moritz in 8 minutes. Engadin Airport Samedan for private jets in 5 minutes.
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Discreet consultationSource: IAZI, Wüest Partner, FSO, FSO municipality profile, cantonal tax authority. Average values Q1 2026. Not an individual valuation.