Laax offers a variety of activities beyond skiing and snowboarding. During the summer, you can enjoy swimming in lakes like Caumasee, Laaxersee, and Crestasee. Moreover, the region provides numerous opportunities for sports enthusiasts. You can experience paragliding with options such as flying with an instructor directly from Crap Sogn Gion for 180 CHF, from Cassons for 190 CHF, or from Naraus for 160 CHF, with the landing point in Flims.
Another exciting option is helicopter rides. The Swissraft company offers three different ride options, with prices ranging from CHF 216 to CHF 346 per person for groups of five or more.
The Freestyle Academy, established in 2010 within a former tennis court, enjoys worldwide recognition. It serves as a training ground for skaters, snowboarders, and skiers preparing for the competitive sports arena. The facility boasts various features, including 4 trampolines, a skate ramp, a big air setup, a snowflex-covered slope, a climbing wall, and more.
Laax hosts a range of competitions regularly, both at the local and statewide levels. You can find a list of upcoming events on the resort's official website. Snowboarders showcase their skills in big air and superpipe events during the annual Snow Fest.
Notable competitions include the European Freeski Open and the Burton European Open, which is the largest and most significant snowboard festival in Europe, typically held between February and March. Additionally, you can witness the Red Bull Trailfox extravaganza in June, featuring a mountain bike freeride rally on challenging terrain.
If you're a music enthusiast, you might want to explore Flims Klang, a classical and avant-garde music festival held in various locations, including churches, hotels, and non-traditional venues. This captivating event takes place in July.
For winter sports enthusiasts, December in Flims brings the Alpine Skating World Cup, featuring thrilling downhill and super-G racing competitions.
If you're looking for adventure, consider Alpine Action Unlimited. This company offers week-long treks that include hotel accommodations, and experienced mountain guides will accompany you on activities like snowshoeing and freeriding.
