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30. November 2021 | Winter · Ski

3-2-1 off onto the slopes!

As of Saturday, 18 December 2021, all the mountain railways are in full operation. The Wispile cable car opens on 25 December. Enjoy the perfectly groomed slopes.
05. November 2021 | Ski · Winter

Glacier3000 will begin its winter season

Thanks to recent snowfalls, the high-altitude ski area will open for skiing on Saturday, November 6. Glacier 3000 opens 10 kilometers of slopes on the glacier and the snow park.
11. August 2021 | Summer

Alpine Herbs Trail by Swiss Alpine Herbs

The new Alpine Herb Trail on the Rinderberg was created in collaboration with Swiss Alpine Herbs. The short circular trail by the Rinderberg Swiss Alpine Lodge invites you to relax and linger.
21. July 2021 | Hiking · Summer

Saaniland is growing!

Both of the new experience trails for families are now open. “Saani’s Bergerlebnis” (mountain experience) takes you from Saanenmöser to Schönried and “Saani’s Klangerlebnis” (sound experience) in the valley takes you from Gstaad to Saanen.
09. July 2021

Family week 1-8 August 2021

From hotel stays to exciting experiences throughout the destination - during this theme week there are great offers for the whole family.
01. June 2021 | Lifestyle & Culinary

The Gstaad event summer

Are you looking forward to the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy, the Züglete, the Coop family hike or the Country Night Gstaad? If so, get your ticket now.
25. May 2021 | Lifestyle & Culinary

The Swiss Mountain Bike Championships 2021 in Gstaad

On the 29 and 30 of May 2021, the who's who of the Swiss mountain bike scene will meet in Gstaad for the Swiss Mountain Bike Championships. Due to the COVID situation and in compliance with the BAG regulations, the race will unfortunately take place...
01. May 2021 | Summer

Gstaad Card: digital access to a variety of guest experiences

Starting 1 May, the new Guest Card will be available in the destination Gstaad: digital, easy to use and includes a large selection of great experiences.
30. April 2021 | Summer · Winter

An analog world of experiences!

In the STATION Saanen, kids can play, tinker around and try things out. A paradise for kids of all ages.
22. April 2021 | Lifestyle & Culinary

Bergbahnen Destination Gstaad AG hires Martin Bieri

The star chef will be the new head chef starting 1 July at BDG AG. Bieri will take over the management of the Golf Restaurant in summer and the Bergrestaurant Eggli and Eggli Lounge during the winter season.
14. April 2021 | Lifestyle & Culinary

Eat and enjoy - information about the gastronomy offering

Restaurants may reopen their outdoor areas as of 19 April 2021. Take-away services will continue to be offered.
23. March 2021 | Ski · Winter

Easter Operating Hours: 2 to 5 April 2021

On Easter weekend, the cable cars in the St. Stephan area and the Ski Bus will be in operation. Rinderberg, Saanersloch & Horneggli will already open their doors at 8am. Glacier 3000 will be open daily until 2 May 2021.
28. January 2021 | Lifestyle & Culinary

Advance ticket sales start for the Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy

The 65th edition of the festival from July 16 to September 4, 2021 will focus on the musical center of London. The program, artfully arranged by Artistic Director Christoph Müller, offers a number of musical highlights. Among those taking part are:...
28. January 2021 | Winter · Ski

Saanis Winter Wunderland with lots of action

The attractive children’s offer “Saanis Winter Wunderland” combines fun and action in the snow and introduces youngsters to skiing in a playful manner. The kids can play around on half-pipe slides, snow skates and airbags and discover the fun of...
18. December 2020 | Winter · Ski

Book with Guarantee

This winter you can book your stay in Gstaad and remain flexible. All mountain railways and ski schools as well as a majority of the hotels in the destination are offering guests a return guarantee.
18. December 2020 | Ski · Winter

Early Bird Start to your day of skiing

Be the first to take advantage of the freshly prepared slopes and start your day of skiing at Rinderberg, Saanersloch, Horneggli, La Videmanette or Eggli-Saanen as early as 8.00 am during the high season (13.-21.02.2021) with an advanced ticket...
15. December 2020 | Winter

Free Luggage Transport to the Destination Gstaad

You can reach us easily by public transport and protect the climate. And so you don’t have to haul your luggage around, we offer an attractive luggage service in cooperation with SBB: your bags and suitcases are picked up at your home and brought to...
09. December 2020 | Winter · Ski

Destination Gstaad mountain railways begin the ski season

Winter sports enthusiasts can look forward to a great time: From Saturday 12 December, Saanenmöser - Saanerslochgrat, Hornberg, Schönried - Horneggli as well as Hornfluh and Zückerli will be open daily. The Eggli - La Videmanette area, including the...
07. December 2020 | Winter

Enjoy wonderful alpine air while cross-country skiing

The first trails on the Sparenmoos, in Schönried-Saanenmöser, Gstaad and Gsteig are now open. Well-prepared trails of varying levels of difficulty and a winter landscape promise wonderful cross-country skiing moments.
16. November 2020 | Winter · Ski

Information concerning COVID-19 measures - for a safety stay

Here you will find an overview of the measures for a safe stay in Gstaad. The entire range of activities is available this winter - combined with the necessary safety precautions.
16. November 2020 | Winter · Ski

Further protective measures for safe winter enjoyment in Gstaad

Gstaad's winter sport area consists of numerous slopes and mountain railways with several points of access. The individual installations and mountains in the destination have always offered more space than other places. So that guests can continue to...
10. November 2020 | Summer · Hiking

Wispile cable car operating on November 14th & 15th

Good news for all autumn lovers: the Wispile cable car is extending is operations and will open on Saturday, November 14th and Sunday, November 15th from 9.00 am to 4.30 pm. Enjoy the sunny late autumn with a coffee on the sun terrace during a hike...
15. August 2020 | Alpine authenticity & Tradition · Lifestyle & Culinary · Summer · Hiking

Gstaad Family Experience Days

In order to truly enjoy the mountain summer, the destination Gstaad has set up the Gstaad Family Experience Days. On July 4th and 26th, as well as on August 22nd, visitors on the Wispile will discover details and stories around this local specialty...
14. August 2020 | Lifestyle & Culinary · Hiking · Summer

CANCELLED: Music and Nature by Gstaad Menuhin Festival

The promenade concert "Musique et Nature" on Saturday, 29 August / Sunday, 30 August has to be cancelled without substitution due to bad weather forecast.
14. August 2020 | Lifestyle & Culinary

PROFFIX Swiss Bike Cup Gstaad Livestream

The 3rd stage of the PROFFIX Swiss Bike Cup 2020 will take place from 21 to 23 August. This is a premiere in the destination Gstaad and is part of the Cross Country Series. Unfortunately no spectators are allowed on the event. Those who still want to...
26. June 2020 | Hiking · Summer · Lifestyle & Culinary

New Fairytale Trail in Gsteig

The new family trail in Gsteig is a special kind of fairytale trail. The trail goes along the Saane and across green meadows towards the mountains of Gsteig. There are 10 interactive stations related to fairytales on this trail. The goal is to find...
17. June 2020 | Summer

Mountain Railways Summer Promotions 2020

You can get good deals on mountain railway rides through our various partner offers. Look up the information before your visit and take advantage of the great prices.
06. June 2020 | Hiking · Summer

Opening of the Gstaad Summer Cable Cars

The long wait finally has an end - in compliance with the protection and hygiene measures of the government, the destination Gstaad will open its summer mountain railways on Saturday, June 6, 2020. Enjoyable hiking trails along crystal clear...
20. May 2020 | Summer · Lifestyle & Culinary

The Gstaad Hotels are ready for guests

The hotels in the destination Gstaad look forward to being able to welcome their guests soon. They will be opening their doors for the coming season, some just in time for Ascension and Whitsun.
30. April 2020 | Summer

Season opening hotels summer 2020

The hotels in the destination Gstaad will soon be welcoming their guests and opening their doors for the upcoming season. Information regarding the openings and the start of the summer season 2020 are listed on the following. Additional details can...
16. March 2020

Further public restrictions as of 16th March from midnight

Due to the updated decree of the Federal Council, all shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment and leisure facilities in Switzerland will be closed from Monday, 16th March 2020 from midnight. Not affected by the new ruling are food stores, hotels...
15. March 2020

Abruptly end of the ski season

Dear Guests and Partners,The ski season 2019/20 ended abruptly for obvious reasons. The first priority is the well-being of our guests and staff as well as the protection of the population. We, and we hope you too, can look back on some beautiful,...
13. March 2020

FAQ about coronavirus in the Destination Gstaad

There are currently no travel restrictions in the Destination Gstaad due to the coronavirus. Below you will find answers on the most frequently asked questions.
29. January 2020 | Winter · Lifestyle & Culinary

Tobogganing Fun by Full Moon

White crystals fill the air. A light layer of powder snow on your face. Tobogganing - whether racing or relaxing downhill - gives snow fans a chance to truly experience nature. This winter for the first time, the mountain railways in the destination...
20. January 2020 | Lifestyle & Culinary

Free Luggage Transport to the Destination Gstaad

Different studies have clearly shown, that taking luggage on public transport for vacation is difficult. 50% of the people who take their car for vacation do this simply because it’s easier to take their luggage by car.
20. December 2019

Magical Trail - let yourself be enchanted

At the gateway to the beautiful Saanenland, a new trail is being made that will lead you on a magical trip through the winter forest. A short magical hike will take you to an extraordinary place. The hike starts at the ski and snowboard rental...
20. December 2019 | Lifestyle & Culinary · Winter

Igloo village: A fairytale castle of snow and ice

In the middle of Gstaad's winter wonderland, we encounter the Igloo Village. But what does it actually take to build a village measuring 400 by 400 metres?
10. December 2019 | Lifestyle & Culinary · Ski · Winter

Opening of the new Eggli Gondola in the Porsche Design

With the opening of the first panoramic gondola with room for ten people, in the exceptional Porsche design, Gstaad has come up with one of the biggest innovations in the Swiss ski market for the 2019/20 winter season. The elegant cable car offers a...
28. November 2019 | Winter

Snowmaking for Cross-Country Ski Trail in the Test Phase

Cross-country skiing is also becoming more popular in the destination Gstaad and is appealing to an ever-growing audience. In order to meet the demand and expand the current offer, the destination is testing snowmaking for the first cross-country ski...
11. October 2019 | Ski · Winter

It now pays for skiers to book early

Gstaad is introducing a new dynamic pricing system for its ski pass offers. So now it certainly pays to book early when buying one-day and multi-day passes. Advance sales for the season tickets will end on 15 December.
10. October 2019 | Lifestyle & Culinary · Ski · Winter

Gstaad Wins the Condé Nast Traveller Award

The destination Gstaad is proud and honored to win this year’s Readers’ Choice Award from Condé Nast Traveller in the category “Best Ski Resorts”. With this award the destination has secured one of the most important prizes in the tourism industry....
29. July 2019 | Winter · Lifestyle & Culinary

Gstaad Supports Young Ski Stars from the Region

The destination Gstaad has two new brand ambassadors: the up-and-coming skiing talents Lars Rösti from St. Stephan and Noel von Grünigen from Schönried. In future, they will carry the Gstaad ski destination and the Gstaad brand out into the world -...
19. July 2019 | Summer · Lifestyle & Culinary

The Rinderberg and Wispile Playgrounds are Officially Open

The Wispile playground was inaugurated amidst a big celebration. The highlight was the concert from Ueli Schmezer's Chinderland. The first kids on the playground really enjoyed the many activities from the supporting programme. In addition to slides,...