Spengler Cup Davos

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DatesDates TBA · Usually DecemberCheck locally before booking

DurationWinterEstimate from available data

Crowd-Public scale varies

Best forCompetition, enduranceThe Spengler Cup's century-long unbroken run

LanguageFrench, German, Italian, and RomanshCurrency: CHF

CategorySports & AdventureFestival type

The story

Spengler Cup Davos in Davos

Played in Davos every year since 1923 except for wartime gaps, the Spengler Cup is the oldest continuously organized ice hockey club tournament in the world, held at the mountain-set Vaillant Arena between Christmas and New Year. Six club and national teams compete, with Canada's long-standing entry giving the event an international profile beyond typical European club hockey.

The Spengler Cup has been played in Davos every year since 1923, with breaks only for the Second World War and, more recently, pandemic disruption, making it the oldest continuously organized ice hockey club tournament in the world.

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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The Spengler Cup's century-long unbroken run in a single small town gives it a historical weight unmatched by newer hockey tournaments, and its Christmas-to-New-Year scheduling ties it directly into Davos's identity as a winter holiday destination

The mystery stays covered

Canada's long-running participation, unusual for a European club tournament, adds an international dimension that has helped the event build a following well beyond Switzerland

The city starts moving

Sections of the Vaillant Arena are open to the elements, putting spectators in genuinely cold mountain air during games rather than fully enclosed comfort, which becomes part of the tournament's character rather than a drawback

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Canada's decades-long participation has become a tournament tradition in itself

Water and renewal

Living ritual

with the team's presence drawing expatriate and traveling Canadian fans to Davos each year

The sacred route

Living ritual

The tournament's timing over the Christmas and New Year holidays has made it a fixture for regular attendees who return annually

The local code

Living ritual

treating the week in Davos as much as a personal winter tradition as a hockey event

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually December

Getting around

For Spengler Cup Davos, plan transport around the exact Davos venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Open sections of the Vaillant Arena mean genuinely cold conditions, so dress as for outdoor winter sports: insulated boots, warm layers, a windproof and waterproof outer shell, plus gloves...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Spengler Cup Davos, stay near the part of Davos you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

CHF

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map46.80 N, 9.84 E Open in Google Maps

Davos, Graubünden, Switzerland

Nearest airportFDH — Bodensee Airport Friedrichshafen

TransportFor Spengler Cup Davos, plan transport around the exact Davos venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

Stay areaFor Spengler Cup Davos, stay near the part of Davos you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Davos via local transport.Search routes Find a place to stayStays near Davos, close enough for the event-day route.Browse stays Find flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for December.Compare fares Festival gearOpen sections of the Vaillant Arena mean genuinely cold conditions, so dress as for outdoor winter sports: insulated boots, warm layers, a windproof and waterproof outer shell, plus gloves and a hat, even though the tournament technically takes place at an indoor-adjacent rink.Shop the kit Check visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Switzerland and apply online.Check entry rules Travel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Spengler Cup Davos?

Spengler Cup Davos is listed for December · Winter. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Spengler Cup Davos take place?

The festival is listed in Davos, Switzerland. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Winter is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Davos, Graubünden, Switzerland

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLspenglercup.ch

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually December

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Spengler Cup Davos

Spengler Cup Davos in Davos

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The mystery stays covered

The city starts moving

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Water and renewal

The sacred route

The local code

Essential information

When to go

Getting around

What to wear

Safety

Where to stay

Tickets/cost

Language/currency

Family friendly

Davos, Graubünden, Switzerland

Your Trip Starts Here

Quick answers.

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

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