The Peak Walk is a popular destination on the Glacier3000 both winter and summer | Photo courtesy of Glacier300

Glacier 3000 sees 40% surge in summer visitors

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 ...
The Peak Walk is a popular destination on the Glacier3000 both winter and summer | Photo courtesy of Glacier300

Glacier 3000 sees 40% surge in summer visitors

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 ...

Saint-Tropez on Eggli: A taste of Riviera glamour in the Swiss Alps

This summer, the charming resort of Gstaad will once again host the enchanting “Saint-Tropez on Eggli” event, transforming the picturesque mountain landscape into a vibrant hub of Mediterranean elegance and entertainment. The event promises an unforgettable experience filled with music, ...

Saint-Tropez on Eggli: A taste of Riviera glamour in the Swiss Alps

This summer, the charming resort of Gstaad will once again host the enchanting “Saint-Tropez on Eggli” event, transforming the picturesque mountain landscape into a vibrant hub of Mediterranean elegance and entertainment. The event promises an unforgettable experience filled with music, ...

Discover the hidden gems - Gstaad Saanenland Tourism launches new hiking challenge

In July, Gstaad Saanenland Tourism unveiled an exciting new hiking challenge featuring fantastic trails to the region’s lesser-known mountain huts, or “Alpbeizli”. This initiative, created in collaboration with Emanuel Vinzent and Philipp Ringli from Appenzell and their digital summit ...

Discover the hidden gems - Gstaad Saanenland Tourism launches new hiking challenge

In July, Gstaad Saanenland Tourism unveiled an exciting new hiking challenge featuring fantastic trails to the region’s lesser-known mountain huts, or “Alpbeizli”. This initiative, created in collaboration with Emanuel Vinzent and Philipp Ringli from Appenzell and their digital summit ...

Mountain times

Going Up! What are the operating hours for the mountain railway for the summer season 2024.

Mountain times

Going Up! What are the operating hours for the mountain railway for the summer season 2024.


Slope Clean-Up: Every Gram Matters

CleanUp Day Event Report. Hiking, collecting trash, chatting, and contributing to a cleaner environment—all in a day's work. Saturday, a fortnight ago, the Simme-Saane Climate Group and the Destination Gstaad Cable Car Company teamed up for their third annual effort to clean the region's ski ...

Slope Clean-Up: Every Gram Matters

CleanUp Day Event Report. Hiking, collecting trash, chatting, and contributing to a cleaner environment—all in a day's work. Saturday, a fortnight ago, the Simme-Saane Climate Group and the Destination Gstaad Cable Car Company teamed up for their third annual effort to clean the region's ski ...

Saying Farewell to Magic

LAST CHANCE! – For five enchanting years, Philipp Bigler has been the visionary behind the Magic Trail. As the project comes to a close, Bigler prepares for his final hike up the magic mountain with his guests on March 2nd. Sonja Wolf dove into the story behind the magic with the man himself. ...

Saying Farewell to Magic

LAST CHANCE! – For five enchanting years, Philipp Bigler has been the visionary behind the Magic Trail. As the project comes to a close, Bigler prepares for his final hike up the magic mountain with his guests on March 2nd. Sonja Wolf dove into the story behind the magic with the man himself. ...

Photographs: Courtesy of the Zauberweg

Luna Park Winter Magic

This year’s hiking highlight to explore with friends and family, the snowshoe trail called the Zauberweg, is themed Luna Park. When you explore the magic snowshoe hike through the winter forest, it will feature 17 light, sound, and video installations all inspired by amusement parks.

Photographs: Courtesy of the Zauberweg

Luna Park Winter Magic

This year’s hiking highlight to explore with friends and family, the snowshoe trail called the Zauberweg, is themed Luna Park. When you explore the magic snowshoe hike through the winter forest, it will feature 17 light, sound, and video installations all inspired by amusement parks.


Photograph: Destination Gstaad / Melanie Uhkoetter

Mountain Top News:

Gstaad’s Crown Jewel: Unrivalled Ski Excellence and Culinary Innovation

Photograph: Destination Gstaad / Melanie Uhkoetter

Mountain Top News:

Gstaad’s Crown Jewel: Unrivalled Ski Excellence and Culinary Innovation


SKI KIT | (c) SEASE

Sease - it's all about the details

It feels as if a fresh breeze has blown into town with the arrival of SEASE in Gstaad. If you’re on the lookout for a contemporary wardrobe for an active lifestyle – look no further. Elegance, design, performance: The brand new shop on Suterstrasse in Gstaad provides the essentials for every ...
SKI KIT | (c) SEASE

Sease - it's all about the details

It feels as if a fresh breeze has blown into town with the arrival of SEASE in Gstaad. If you’re on the lookout for a contemporary wardrobe for an active lifestyle – look no further. Elegance, design, performance: The brand new shop on Suterstrasse in Gstaad provides the essentials for every ...

Saanersloch | Destination Gstaad | Photo by Melanie Uhkötter

The Wait if Finally Over – Let’s hit the Slopes

Winter Wonderland: Gstaad Launches Season 23/24 this weekend!

Saanersloch | Destination Gstaad | Photo by Melanie Uhkötter

The Wait if Finally Over – Let’s hit the Slopes

Winter Wonderland: Gstaad Launches Season 23/24 this weekend!


Travel seamlessly through the winter wonderland | Photo: MOB

Winter Wanderlust: Gstaad and Lenk-Simmental Open Doors to Free Public Transport

Embracing the spirit of sustainable travel, Gstaad and Lenk-Simmental are breaking new ground by extending the complimentary public transport benefit to winter. With the Gstaad Card and Simmental Card, guests can now explore the Saanenland-Simmental adventure region with ease, from enchanting chalet ...
Travel seamlessly through the winter wonderland | Photo: MOB

Winter Wanderlust: Gstaad and Lenk-Simmental Open Doors to Free Public Transport

Embracing the spirit of sustainable travel, Gstaad and Lenk-Simmental are breaking new ground by extending the complimentary public transport benefit to winter. With the Gstaad Card and Simmental Card, guests can now explore the Saanenland-Simmental adventure region with ease, from enchanting chalet ...

A landslide at the Enge in Lauenen. (Photo: AvS)

The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain!

Contrary to Professor Henry Higgins' famous claim, the rain in Spain is not the only noteworthy precipitation. On Tuesday, Saanenland experienced a substantial downpour, challenging the region with flooding and other aftermaths.
While the rain lessened in intensity on Wednesday, the lower temperatures ...
A landslide at the Enge in Lauenen. (Photo: AvS)

The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain!

Contrary to Professor Henry Higgins' famous claim, the rain in Spain is not the only noteworthy precipitation. On Tuesday, Saanenland experienced a substantial downpour, challenging the region with flooding and other aftermaths.
While the rain lessened in intensity on Wednesday, the lower temperatures ...

The Swiss Ice Hockey Day in Gstaad attracted many ice hockey fans. PHOTOS: ERICH KÄSER

Swiss Ice Hockey Extravaganza Delights Young and Old in Gstaad

Enthusiastic young ice hockey aficionados and aspiring players alike eagerly anticipated the arrival of Sunday, November 5, for a unique training experience with the stars of SC Bern, EHC Biel, and Lausanne HC Féminin. Despite persistent rain, children flooded the ice after forming groups for ...
The Swiss Ice Hockey Day in Gstaad attracted many ice hockey fans. PHOTOS: ERICH KÄSER

Swiss Ice Hockey Extravaganza Delights Young and Old in Gstaad

Enthusiastic young ice hockey aficionados and aspiring players alike eagerly anticipated the arrival of Sunday, November 5, for a unique training experience with the stars of SC Bern, EHC Biel, and Lausanne HC Féminin. Despite persistent rain, children flooded the ice after forming groups for ...

Read More!

On a rainy day like today, there's nothing I enjoy more than diving into a good book or plotting my next adventure to some far-off destination. In fact, the research phase is almost as thrilling as the trip itself. Speaking of exploration, did you realize that beyond offering valuable day-to-day insights ...

Read More!

On a rainy day like today, there's nothing I enjoy more than diving into a good book or plotting my next adventure to some far-off destination. In fact, the research phase is almost as thrilling as the trip itself. Speaking of exploration, did you realize that beyond offering valuable day-to-day insights ...

Harvesting sunshine for Saanenland

Seeing the SolSarine Solar Power Project as a Regional Asset

Harvesting sunshine for Saanenland

Seeing the SolSarine Solar Power Project as a Regional Asset


The Cura. Childrens Foundation cartoon workshop was a hit!

Summer Camp

… is long-awaited and cherished by many children as their favourite event to meet friends, have adventures and make memories. But for some children, this is not a given at all. Due to special circumstances, some have never had the opportunity to participate in what most children take for granted. ...
The Cura. Childrens Foundation cartoon workshop was a hit!

Summer Camp

… is long-awaited and cherished by many children as their favourite event to meet friends, have adventures and make memories. But for some children, this is not a given at all. Due to special circumstances, some have never had the opportunity to participate in what most children take for granted. ...

Ailyos 2023: Art and Nature in Harmony

The AILYOS Art & Nature exhibition is back for its 6th edition, and this year the exhibition expands its territory to include the Pays-d’Enhaut, with the villages of Rossinière, Château d’Oex and Rougemont joining the existing route of Aigle, Yvorne, Col des Mosses, Les ...

Ailyos 2023: Art and Nature in Harmony

The AILYOS Art & Nature exhibition is back for its 6th edition, and this year the exhibition expands its territory to include the Pays-d’Enhaut, with the villages of Rossinière, Château d’Oex and Rougemont joining the existing route of Aigle, Yvorne, Col des Mosses, Les ...

Discover Saanenland with the Gstaad Card

Enjoy the wonders of Gstaad and its picturesque surroundings, where an unforgettable summer vacation awaits. Whether you prefer hiking through charming villages, basking in the serenity of nature, or indulging in culinary delights, this idyllic destination has it all.

Discover Saanenland with the Gstaad Card

Enjoy the wonders of Gstaad and its picturesque surroundings, where an unforgettable summer vacation awaits. Whether you prefer hiking through charming villages, basking in the serenity of nature, or indulging in culinary delights, this idyllic destination has it all.


Photograph: Tom Laurent Media

Magic holiday for toddlers

Fun filled vacation tips: Keeping the little ones’ engaged and happy!

Photograph: Tom Laurent Media

Magic holiday for toddlers

Fun filled vacation tips: Keeping the little ones’ engaged and happy!


Game, Set, Match

A new padel court at Le Grand Bellevue Hotel in Gstaad

Game, Set, Match

A new padel court at Le Grand Bellevue Hotel in Gstaad

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