Nature experience
In Gstaad you experience the stillness of nature in a very special way. While hiking, your eyes sweep over nearby mountain peaks, the scent of flowers is in the air and the rays of sun warm your face. Local products served in a cosy hut invite you to take a break on the mountain. Down in the valley, top chefs spoil guests with culinary highlights. Families don’t miss out either. The lively goat Saani accompanies young guests on adventure playgrounds and experience trails and promises a family vacation with lots of variety.
Delightful autumn
The first days of autumn bring lots of fresh air to Gstaad. Wandering through fragrant forests, along cool streams, to scenic mountain lakes. As the air cools, summer is coming to an end and the colourful autumn awakens. This is the last chance to soak up the golden rays of sun for the winter.
Top 6: Our culinary bucket list for fall
Autumn has a lot to offer, especially on a culinary level. Just thinking of local game specialties, fine mushroom dishes or delicious cheese makes your mouth water. We would like to reveal our top 5 suggestions for autumnal culinary delight to you.
A keen eye for mushrooms
Autumn is around the corner – and so is mushroom season. In Saanenland, nobody looks forward to this more than mushroom expert Bert Inäbnit.
Autumnal views in the Gstaad holiday region
In autumn, there's nothing quite like sitting back on a bench after a good hike and taking in the breathtaking scenery. We reveal the spots with the best views in the holiday destination of Gstaad.
Hiking
The Scent of Summer in Gstaad. The soft rippling of a mountain stream, the smell of a blooming summer meadow embedded in green forests and imposing mountain ranges – one can literally feel the gentle wind and warming rays of sunshine on the skin.
Lauenen – Lauenensee – Lauenen
From the lovely village Lauenen you walk up to the Lauenensee, a lake widely celebrated in a famous Swiss song. The silence and seclusion on this hike is sure to please.
Gstaad - Eggli - Saanen - Gstaad
Enjoyable hike for beginners and epicureans up the local mountain of Gstaad, the Eggli, which is known for it's gastronomic delights.
Via Alpina Gstaad – L'Etivaz
This route takes you on a scenically diverse, but strenuous transition from the tourist region of Gstaad to L'Etivaz.
Biking
From enjoyable to sporty, the routes and trails in Gstaad are diverse. E-bikers can regularly re-charge their batteries en route. Mountain bikers will find hidden trails with breath-taking views. Those with racing bikes get their money’s worth on mountain passes. What brings everyone together is the experience in nature – and maybe the reward of a delicious meal or relaxing spa visit after a long day on two wheels.
Eggli loop
Easy round tour over one of Gstaad's local mountains: the Eggli. Stunning views over the Saanenland and the Gstaad mountains. For experienced single trail fans, the trail right under the cable cars via Chälweid back to Gstaad is recommended as an alternative. In spring and autumn you can also reach the Eggli by bike via a comfortable gondola lift.
Pleasure biking
The destination of Gstaad offers a varied range of routes for beginners and pleasure-oriented bikers. Nature experiences combined with beautiful views and breaks in rustic mountain inns round off most routes. More than 500 kilometers of GPS tours for mountain bikers, road cyclists or e-bikers offer a wide range of possibilities.
Bike events
With the "CIC ON Swiss Bike Cup" and "Gstaad Velo Classic", two family-friendly and beautiful biking events take place in our holiday region in autumn. The "CIC ON Swiss Bike Cup" is the event for mountain bike champions and all those who want to become one. The "Gstaad Velo Classic" is an enjoyable ride on vintage bikes with correspondingly fine catering in a uniquely beautiful landscape.
Welcome to Saaniland
There is much to discover in and around Gstaad for young and old. Two adventure trails «sound- and mountain adventure trail» complement the family offer at the destination Gstaad. This way hiking is fun even for the youngest family members! Racing downhill on a scooter, romping around together on the adventure playgrounds, cooling off in the outdoor pool and licking an ice cream – plenty of variety. And in the STATION the whole family can work, craft and learn together.
Alpenruhe – New Kids Adventure World at 1'600m2
In the world of adventure, pirates set off on a voyage of discovery. The adventure adventure world becomes a meeting place for locals and visitors alike and visitors. But there are plenty of other playgrounds playgrounds, fireplaces and petting zoos waiting to be discovered in the region.
Experience trails
The two adventure trails in the vacation region of Gstaad let families actively discover the local flora and fauna as well as the history of music. Listen to the different sounds and noises or train your fitness and coordination at various stations during the easy hike.
Saani’s Family Program
Look forward to exciting experiences with Saani's family program from 02 to 27 October 2023 - Fun and entertainment for the whole family is guaranteed.
Wellbeing & Culinary
What does „Into Nature's tranquillity“ mean? Is it the calming effect of the fresh mountain air? The awareness of how the sun feels on the skin? Or even listening to the sounds of nature? One thing is clear, there are countless possibilities to rest and relax in Gstaad. Be it in the outdoors, in a really nice spa or while enjoying a fine meal.
Culinary pleasure
Culinary pleasure amidst nature is a must in Gstaad. Equipped with a fondue backpack or picnic basket filled with delicious products from the region, it’s off to a charming BBQ spot or to one of the over-sized fondue pots.
Water
Numerous lakes and streams give the countryside of the Destination Gstaad a very special idyllic touch. A jump into a refreshing mountain lake or a footbath in a rippling stream, both promise an unforgettable experience.
Wellness
Highest quality, modern design and a cosy atmosphere come together in the different wellness areas of the destination. Perfect for winding down after an active day in the mountains.
Season-News
Autumn operating dates
Plan your autumn in the mountain here, where you can find all the information on operating hours for the mountain railways.
Gstaad Card
Benefit now with your Gstaad Card: public transport included on designated routes, day ticket for the mountain railways Destination Gstaad AG and more than 80 offers. Inspire yourself and write your own unforgettable summer story.
Viewing platform on the Rinderberg
Experience the summit in a new way! The brand new viewing platform on the Rinderberg is open.
A journey for the palate
The gourmet scene in the destination of Gstaad offers a wide range of culinary experiences. With an impressive 278 Gault & Millau points, the destination of Gstaad is clearly a place of culinary delights.
Sleep well!
Look forward to a colorful event summer in the vacation region of Gstaad. In addition to the top events of world format, numerous events around sports, music and tradition are waiting for you.
Fondue Caquelon Lauenen
At Fondueland Gstaad in Lauenen, with a view of thundering waterfalls and a magnificent mountain panorama, a new oversized fondue caquelon is waiting to be discovered.
Pédaleur de Charme
The "4-valleys-loop" forms the basis of all shorter rides in the region of Gstaad. All the four valleys can be ridden at once or just one by one.
