Throughout my life, I’ve lived in metropolitan centres like New York, Los Angeles, and London, where I was born. I also built a house in the California desert, but never thought I would fall for the seductive charm of the Gstaad Valley. The tiny village of Gsteig offers me an idyllic and timeless ...

Darcy Mottier-Scheers is a force of nature. An international skater turned educator who has given so much to the children in the region, Darcy took a break from her busy schedule to meet with GstaadLife, reflect on the past 30 years, and look ahead to the future.

Rescue reflections. In November, a new chapter began in our lives with the arrival of George – the gorgeous Griffon. He’s a 5-year old rescue from northern Spain, and to say his life up until now has been rough would be an understatement.

La Folia, the beloved Festival for Early Music in Rougemont, celebrated its 25th anniversary during Pentecost week with a series of seven concerts and five open-air events. Audiences were very enthusiastic about the new concept.

Zhao Mengge on art, solitude, and finding freedom in the Swiss Alps.

On 24 May, the Romanesque church of Saint-Nicolas de Myre in Rougemont hosted the official opening of the travelling exhibition Cluny#tousconnectés. Installed along the church’s side aisles, the exhibition retraces the legacy of the Cluniac monastic network.

This Monday, 2 June, Filmpodium Saanenland presents “The Missile – News from Lapland” (Original title: “Ohjus – Uutisia Lapista”) at the Kino Gstaad, a darkly comic film by Finnish director Miia Tervo.

From 24 May to 22 June, the Church of Rougemont will host an exhibition dedicated to the European network of Cluniac sites.

The traditional Easter and New Year’s concerts at Saanen Church are a testament to how contagious the joy of making music together can be.

The second edition of the Slopesound Festival brought vibrant energy to the slopes and festival tent, even as wind and rain swept through Saanenmöser. With international live acts, improved infrastructure, and a remarkable level of volunteer dedication, the festival struck a chord with music l ...

A dazzling light beam and meditative sounds flow from the St. Nicholas Chapel in Gstaad. “Liminal Journey” is the latest installation by artist Emilio Ferro, and it transforms the historic chapel into a space of reflection and discovery.

“Great things are done when men and mountains meet,” wrote William Blake. Julia Scheuer brings this sentiment to life with her extraordinary mountain-inspired works, combining duct tape and acrylic paint. Showcased at the Gstaad Flower Shop from 27 February to 2 March.

Since 27 December 2024, Geneva-based artist Yulia Pozdeeva has been charming audiences at the ARTHANGAR in Saanen with her innovative exhibitions.

The pulse of contemporary art in Gstaad

Renowned comic artist Zep, creator of “Titeuf”, has embarked on a new artistic journey. His latest project, “L’Odyssée de Doublecroche”, blends drawing and music in a symphonic performance. Accompanied by violinist Renaud Capuçon and pianist Guillaume Bellom, ...

Interview with Festival Director Ombretta Ravessoud Ombretta Ravessoud of Sommet Musicaux.

This year, the Sommets Musicaux festival celebrates a milestone: its 25th anniversary. Festival Director Ombretta Ravessoud shares what special surprises await the audience during this landmark edition.

Gstaad native Andrea von Siebenthal’s latest documentary, “More Than Brothers”, is set to make its local debut this February at our community cinema. This poignant 23-minute film delves into the harrowing aftermath of the U.S. military’s 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan, spotlighting ...

The Gstaad New Year Music Festival 2024/25 has concluded another successful chapter. The final concerts took place on Saturday, 11 January, wrapping up 14 days filled with 22 captivating musical events.

The Georgian pianist Nino Kupreishvili enchanted her audience in Rougemont’s historic church with a deeply moving performance for the Gstaad New Year Music Festival—an homage to the courageous pianist Pavel Kuschnir.

The exceptional German pianist Luca Sestak and his trio captivated the audience at the Lauenen church with youthful energy and virtuosic flair. Playfully blending classical music with jazz and rock, their performance delighted the crowd.

The inaugural edition seems to have convinced the international exhibitors. They have all decided to return to offer their contemporary art treasures to the local audience during the winter season. Newcomers such as Pace and Marian Goodman will also join the fair, adding further depth to its offeri ...

Nada Stauber, a talented visual artist based in Lausanne, will present her latest works at L’Ermitage in Château-d’Oex until 19 January. Her pieces, a blend of acrylic painting and iPad art, depict flowers and mountains in a near-abstract style, offering a fresh take on contemporary ...

On Monday, 13 January, the Filmpodium Saanenland will screen the Iranian film “A Dragon Arrives!” by Mani Haghighi at the Kino Gstaad.

The 19th edition of the Gstaad New Year Music Festival, running from 27 December to 11 January, once again promises a dazzling array of international stars and rising talents, all within a warm and intimate setting.