Precision Snowmaking Ahead of Season Launch. After an intense preparation phase, Gstaad’s first ski areas opened on Saturday.

Precision Snowmaking Ahead of Season Launch. After an intense preparation phase, Gstaad’s first ski areas opened on Saturday.

For the first time in its history, Saanen has elected a female municipal president, marking a pivotal moment for the region. Petra Schläppi, representing the Swiss People’s Party (SVP), secured a decisive win with 980 votes, outpacing her competitors David Schmid (FDP) with 704 votes and ...

For the first time in its history, Saanen has elected a female municipal president, marking a pivotal moment for the region. Petra Schläppi, representing the Swiss People’s Party (SVP), secured a decisive win with 980 votes, outpacing her competitors David Schmid (FDP) with 704 votes and ...

He splits his time between Stockholm and Gstaad, blending his love for freeriding, drone piloting, and videography. 27-year-old Toby Ryter’s debut short film, “ORKA – A Human-Powered Freeride Experience,” has earned a spot among the top five freeride films of 2024, solidifying ...

He splits his time between Stockholm and Gstaad, blending his love for freeriding, drone piloting, and videography. 27-year-old Toby Ryter’s debut short film, “ORKA – A Human-Powered Freeride Experience,” has earned a spot among the top five freeride films of 2024, solidifying ...

Rougemont’s Hotel-Restaurant Valrose has welcomed Ermes Elsener as its new General Manager. With over two decades of hospitality expertise, including 19 years managing Gstaad’s Hotel Olden and contributing to the launch of Dubai’s Grosvenor House, Elsener brings an impressive blend ...

Rougemont’s Hotel-Restaurant Valrose has welcomed Ermes Elsener as its new General Manager. With over two decades of hospitality expertise, including 19 years managing Gstaad’s Hotel Olden and contributing to the launch of Dubai’s Grosvenor House, Elsener brings an impressive blend ...

Effective October 7, 2024, William Numa has assumed the role of Area General Manager for the Ultima Hotel and Promenade Gstaad. With a rich background in luxury hospitality, including leadership roles at Fairmont Monte Carlo and Hotel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf in St. Barth, Numa is set to redefine ...

Effective October 7, 2024, William Numa has assumed the role of Area General Manager for the Ultima Hotel and Promenade Gstaad. With a rich background in luxury hospitality, including leadership roles at Fairmont Monte Carlo and Hotel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf in St. Barth, Numa is set to redefine ...

Following the retirement of its longtime hosts Le Refuge l’Espace has closed its doors. This remote and iconic mountain restaurant now awaits a new caretaker to continue its legacy of hospitality in one of the Alps’ most breathtaking and extreme locations.

Following the retirement of its longtime hosts Le Refuge l’Espace has closed its doors. This remote and iconic mountain restaurant now awaits a new caretaker to continue its legacy of hospitality in one of the Alps’ most breathtaking and extreme locations.

The Saanerhof Pub is a welcoming and cosy spot in the heart of Saanen. It serves as a meeting place for guests and locals of all ages. The perfect atmosphere for enjoying an after-work beer or a relaxed evening with friends, whether planned or spontaneous, ensures a comfortable and enjoyable experi ...

The Saanerhof Pub is a welcoming and cosy spot in the heart of Saanen. It serves as a meeting place for guests and locals of all ages. The perfect atmosphere for enjoying an after-work beer or a relaxed evening with friends, whether planned or spontaneous, ensures a comfortable and enjoyable experi ...

Qavjar, a brand celebrating authenticity and ancestral craftsmanship, is opening its boutique and seafood bar in Gstaad. The boutique, opened for the winter 2024/25 season, in collaboration with maison DEHESA, offers a unique blend of premium products and tasting experiences near the iconic Promena ...

Qavjar, a brand celebrating authenticity and ancestral craftsmanship, is opening its boutique and seafood bar in Gstaad. The boutique, opened for the winter 2024/25 season, in collaboration with maison DEHESA, offers a unique blend of premium products and tasting experiences near the iconic Promena ...

Think bold, whimsical, and energetic, La Ferme Saint-Amour

Think bold, whimsical, and energetic, La Ferme Saint-Amour

Today marks the first Sunday of Advent, and with it, the festive season is officially underway. To help you embrace the holiday cheer, we’ve compiled a list of charming Christmas markets for you to explore.

Today marks the first Sunday of Advent, and with it, the festive season is officially underway. To help you embrace the holiday cheer, we’ve compiled a list of charming Christmas markets for you to explore.

Breaking News: The votes in Saanen have been counted, and as confirmed in a press release from the Saanen municipal office on Sunday, Petra Schläppi (SVP) has secured the presidency with a clear majority, making history as the first female president of Saanen.

Breaking News: The votes in Saanen have been counted, and as confirmed in a press release from the Saanen municipal office on Sunday, Petra Schläppi (SVP) has secured the presidency with a clear majority, making history as the first female president of Saanen.

The much-needed renovation of the Saanen underground car park, initially set to begin in mid-September 2024, has been delayed until the spring of 2025. This development follows ongoing concerns about the structure, which began leaking despite being just eleven years old.

The much-needed renovation of the Saanen underground car park, initially set to begin in mid-September 2024, has been delayed until the spring of 2025. This development follows ongoing concerns about the structure, which began leaking despite being just eleven years old.

Booklovers rejoice. The charming and intimate Literary Autumn Gstaad festival returns for its 14th edition from 24 to 27 October.

Booklovers rejoice. The charming and intimate Literary Autumn Gstaad festival returns for its 14th edition from 24 to 27 October.

Fifteen municipal council candidates and three presidential candidates answered questions from moderator Frank Müller during an engaging and well-attended election debate on Monday, 14 October, at the Landhaus in Saanen.

Fifteen municipal council candidates and three presidential candidates answered questions from moderator Frank Müller during an engaging and well-attended election debate on Monday, 14 October, at the Landhaus in Saanen.

Autumn’s vibrant orange hues are spilling into soup bowls across Gstaad, thanks to a meaningful campaign spearheaded by the Soroptimist Club Gstaad-Saanenland. Starting this October, diners in the Saanenland and Zweisimmen regions will notice orange-coloured cardboard stands on tables in participating ...

Autumn’s vibrant orange hues are spilling into soup bowls across Gstaad, thanks to a meaningful campaign spearheaded by the Soroptimist Club Gstaad-Saanenland. Starting this October, diners in the Saanenland and Zweisimmen regions will notice orange-coloured cardboard stands on tables in participating ...

The Gstaad-Saanenland Golf Club mourns the sudden passing of its beloved manager, Adrian Ruch, who died unexpectedly of heart failure on September 26, 2024, at the age of 56.

The Gstaad-Saanenland Golf Club mourns the sudden passing of its beloved manager, Adrian Ruch, who died unexpectedly of heart failure on September 26, 2024, at the age of 56.

In 1922, ten friends got together and established the Fishing Club Saanenland; 102 years later, it’s still going strong, with 75 active members plus passive members and patrons. But as GstaadLife learned, there’s more to the club than just fishing.

In 1922, ten friends got together and established the Fishing Club Saanenland; 102 years later, it’s still going strong, with 75 active members plus passive members and patrons. But as GstaadLife learned, there’s more to the club than just fishing.

While the mountain railway industry in Switzerland reported a five percent decline in visitor numbers for the first half of the summer, Glacier 3000 experienced a remarkable 40 % increase, welcoming 65 000 guests between May and August. This surge represents a significant boost compared to the past ...

While the mountain railway industry in Switzerland reported a five percent decline in visitor numbers for the first half of the summer, Glacier 3000 experienced a remarkable 40 % increase, welcoming 65 000 guests between May and August. This surge represents a significant boost compared to the past ...

Gstaad International Healthcare has realised its first project, SarinaMed, in close cooperation with the municipality of Saanen. In the next phase, GIH and the municipality are now tackling the future of the area around the old hospital. The aim is to continue utilising the old building structures and ...

Gstaad International Healthcare has realised its first project, SarinaMed, in close cooperation with the municipality of Saanen. In the next phase, GIH and the municipality are now tackling the future of the area around the old hospital. The aim is to continue utilising the old building structures and ...

Stephan Jaggi has served as the president of the Museum der Landschaft in Saanen since 2009. GstaadLife caught up with him to learn about what goes into presenting and preserving the region’s history for future generations.

Stephan Jaggi has served as the president of the Museum der Landschaft in Saanen since 2009. GstaadLife caught up with him to learn about what goes into presenting and preserving the region’s history for future generations.