Clearing skies create dramatic mountainscapes

The change of weather patterns and seasons always makes dramatic mountainscapes of the hills around Gstaad. When these events occur simultaneously, the results can be breath-taking.

Above: the Videmanette peak that towers above Rougemont shakes off the rain clouds of the past few days. Below, is that the Hornberg or Saanenland’s first volcano? The west-facing slope of the Hornberg shot from Le Crêt (between Rougemont and Flendruz). Click photos to enlarge.

By the way, if you haven’t tried it, GstaadLife.com recommends the lesser-known hills above Rougemont for easy family hikes with sweeping panoramic views.