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The alpine paradise of Banff in Alberta is a testament to nature's most spectacular creations. The towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies, the raging Bow River, and the sea of lush green forest in Banff National Park are the spectacular backdrop to The Fairmont Banff Springs, where visitors who travel to Banff will find far more than scenic beauty.
With a wealth of activities, whether for business or a vacation, Banff is the ideal year-round destination, with great skiing in winter and a host of summer activities that include exploring the Canadian Rockies on the Rocky Mountaineer Rail Tour, a trip above the peaks in the Banff Gondola, or the hot springs on Sulphur Mountain.
Alberta's National Parks
Banff National Park spans a huge 2564 square miles (6641 square kilometers), a landscape filled with valleys, glaciers, and forests. The Fairmont Banff Springs is located within Banff National Park, but is also within easy access of Kootenay National Park, where visitors can see cactuses grow on semi-arid grasslands, and Yoho National Park, where crashing waterfalls meet soaring peaks.
The Rocky Mountaineer Rail Tour
A two-day rail tour through the Rocky Mountains of Canada, The Rocky Mountaineer Rail Tour is for the visitor looking to experience Banff and beyond. The train will travel more than 621 miles (1000 kilometres) through the dramatic and ever-changing landscape of the Rockies on an unforgettably beautiful journey. The Rocky Mountaineer Rail Tour is within easy access of The Fairmont Banff Springs.
Banff Skiing
Scenic ski slopes that cater for all levels can be found near The Fairmont Banff Springs. Banff Mount Norquay features super-steep freefalls alongside beginner and intermediate slopes while Sunshine Village is a family-oriented ski resort offering terrific views of the Canadian Rockies. The largest and most beautiful ski resort in Canada, Lake Louise, can be found 40 minutes from The Fairmont Banff Springs in Banff National Park.
The Banff Centre
The Banff Centre is a globally respected arts, cultural, and educational institution close to The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel. The variety of creative activities and events, combined with the inspiring mountain location mean this is a must-visit for any cultural visitor.
Banff Mountain Film Festival
Banff Mountain Film Festival brings mountaineering to the silver screen. Films entered in the annual festival feature the expected spirit of adventure, but also fascinating insights into little-known cultures and voyages into the remote wilderness. The Banff Mountain Film Festival is held every November.
Banff Gondola
Experience a bird's-eye view of six mountain ranges from a gondola cabin, a breathtaking way to enjoy the Rocky Mountains and within easy access of The Fairmont Banff Springs.
Banff History
A Banff vacation would not be complete without examining the fascinating past of this corner of Alberta. Banff Park Museum is the oldest natural history museum in Western Canada, the Luxton Museum provides a cultural insight into the natives of the Northern Plains, while the Whyte Museum features art, crafts, and architecture from the Canadian Rockies. The Cave and Basin, a replica of an 1886 bathhouse, is also worth exploring. All are within easy access of The Fairmont Banff Springs.
