At the Grand Chalet in Rossinière, no one ever checked the guest list too closely – because some of the best guests had four legs, fur, or feathers. Pets and people alike found a home away from home at the Grand Chalet, where eccentricity was not merely tolerated but positively encoura ...

At the Grand Chalet in Rossinière, no one ever checked the guest list too closely – because some of the best guests had four legs, fur, or feathers. Pets and people alike found a home away from home at the Grand Chalet, where eccentricity was not merely tolerated but positively encoura ...

Colin Karlen has worked with traditional tavillon shingles since 1994. His family business covers construction, carpentry, interior fittings, furniture making and renovation, yet one of its most distinctive specialities remains this centuries old roofing technique. GstaadLife spoke with him about the ...

Colin Karlen has worked with traditional tavillon shingles since 1994. His family business covers construction, carpentry, interior fittings, furniture making and renovation, yet one of its most distinctive specialities remains this centuries old roofing technique. GstaadLife spoke with him about the ...

How a fictional housewife became Switzerland’s most famous cook

How a fictional housewife became Switzerland’s most famous cook

Some buildings collect history; the Grand Chalet in Rossinière seems to inhale it. Standing at the heart of the village like an immense wooden cathedral, this vast and storied house has long fascinated visitors with its carved façade, improbable scale, and unmistakable aura of lived-in ...

Some buildings collect history; the Grand Chalet in Rossinière seems to inhale it. Standing at the heart of the village like an immense wooden cathedral, this vast and storied house has long fascinated visitors with its carved façade, improbable scale, and unmistakable aura of lived-in ...

Daniel Reichenbach AG is a family business that has been working with heat and stone since 1972. GstaadLife met with Daniel Reichenbach and Flavio Hauswirth in their remarkable space in Grund - part showroom, part museum - to talk about a trade that continues to shape the way we live.

Daniel Reichenbach AG is a family business that has been working with heat and stone since 1972. GstaadLife met with Daniel Reichenbach and Flavio Hauswirth in their remarkable space in Grund - part showroom, part museum - to talk about a trade that continues to shape the way we live.

In 2025, not all groceries arrive by car.
Above Rougemont, 86-year-old farmer Elsy Gäumann still carries on a mountain way of life — with the help of her goat, Sissi, who faithfully hauls the weekly shopping up the slope to her farmhouse.

In 2025, not all groceries arrive by car.
Above Rougemont, 86-year-old farmer Elsy Gäumann still carries on a mountain way of life — with the help of her goat, Sissi, who faithfully hauls the weekly shopping up the slope to her farmhouse.

High on the Wasserngrat ridge, two unusual guardians keep watch over a flock of Oberland sheep. Ari and Benji are llamas, gentle but vigilant protectors, who spend the summer months ensuring the animals of Biohof Giferspitz can graze safely in the wild.

High on the Wasserngrat ridge, two unusual guardians keep watch over a flock of Oberland sheep. Ari and Benji are llamas, gentle but vigilant protectors, who spend the summer months ensuring the animals of Biohof Giferspitz can graze safely in the wild.

One of the most beloved summer traditions in Saanen returns on 9 August: the annual Brocante market. Now entering its 21st edition, this vibrant gathering draws exhibitors and visitors from near and far for a day of treasure hunting, culinary delights, and village charm.

One of the most beloved summer traditions in Saanen returns on 9 August: the annual Brocante market. Now entering its 21st edition, this vibrant gathering draws exhibitors and visitors from near and far for a day of treasure hunting, culinary delights, and village charm.

The sustainable use and protection of ecosystems are critical to our collective future. The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 15, “Life on Land,” underscores the urgency of preserving, restoring, and responsibly managing land ecosystems. Forests cover 30.7 percent of the ...

The sustainable use and protection of ecosystems are critical to our collective future. The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 15, “Life on Land,” underscores the urgency of preserving, restoring, and responsibly managing land ecosystems. Forests cover 30.7 percent of the ...

The majestic landscapes have inspired generations to create communities that reflect architectural excellence, social systems, and hospitality. In this “Village Test”, we will compare the two across several key criteria to offer a balanced perspective on their unique offerings.

The majestic landscapes have inspired generations to create communities that reflect architectural excellence, social systems, and hospitality. In this “Village Test”, we will compare the two across several key criteria to offer a balanced perspective on their unique offerings.

The tuxedo’s roots can be traced back to the late 19th century in the United States, particularly in the social circles of New York. The pivotal moment in its creation occurred in 1865, when American businessman and socialite James Brown Potter visited the renowned Tuxedo Park Club.

The tuxedo’s roots can be traced back to the late 19th century in the United States, particularly in the social circles of New York. The pivotal moment in its creation occurred in 1865, when American businessman and socialite James Brown Potter visited the renowned Tuxedo Park Club.

In 1922, ten friends got together and established the Fishing Club Saanenland; 102 years later, it’s still going strong, with 75 active members plus passive members and patrons. But as GstaadLife learned, there’s more to the club than just fishing.

In 1922, ten friends got together and established the Fishing Club Saanenland; 102 years later, it’s still going strong, with 75 active members plus passive members and patrons. But as GstaadLife learned, there’s more to the club than just fishing.

Five years ago Arnaud Guichard took over the reins of the Fromagerie Fleurette in Rougemont. Arnaud spoke to GstaadLife about his passion for cheese.

Five years ago Arnaud Guichard took over the reins of the Fromagerie Fleurette in Rougemont. Arnaud spoke to GstaadLife about his passion for cheese.

The new year 2024 was greeted with the traditional New Year's fireworks display at The Alpina Gstaad hotel. It was marvelled at by numerous visitors who had come to the Gstaad promenade for the occasion.

The new year 2024 was greeted with the traditional New Year's fireworks display at The Alpina Gstaad hotel. It was marvelled at by numerous visitors who had come to the Gstaad promenade for the occasion.

A Journey Through War, while at Marie José College In loving memory of Princess India d’Afghanistan, who passed away on 13 October 2023. Nadja and her sister India’s arrival at Marie José College was a consequence of the war that commenced in Italy in 1940. At that time, the ...

A Journey Through War, while at Marie José College In loving memory of Princess India d’Afghanistan, who passed away on 13 October 2023. Nadja and her sister India’s arrival at Marie José College was a consequence of the war that commenced in Italy in 1940. At that time, the ...

As we commemorate the centenary of Robert Steffen’s passing in 2023, it’s time to shine a spotlight on a cultural hero whose legacy continues to shape the enchanting region of Gstaad. While we often reserve the title of “hero” for those who triumph in battles and wars, Steffen’s ...

As we commemorate the centenary of Robert Steffen’s passing in 2023, it’s time to shine a spotlight on a cultural hero whose legacy continues to shape the enchanting region of Gstaad. While we often reserve the title of “hero” for those who triumph in battles and wars, Steffen’s ...

Sunday the 16 October marked the finisage of the cow exhibition at the Museum in Saanen, and so it was time for the cows to go home. The exhibition was curated by Franziska Haldi and was exceptional in its diverse collection of handmade toy cows.

Sunday the 16 October marked the finisage of the cow exhibition at the Museum in Saanen, and so it was time for the cows to go home. The exhibition was curated by Franziska Haldi and was exceptional in its diverse collection of handmade toy cows.

It is commonly said that there are as many cows in Saanen as there are inhabitants. Currently, there are probably a few more as model cows from all over Switzerland are on display in the Museum der Landschaft in Saanen.

It is commonly said that there are as many cows in Saanen as there are inhabitants. Currently, there are probably a few more as model cows from all over Switzerland are on display in the Museum der Landschaft in Saanen.

“Typically Swiss” – a symbol of home, originality and authenticity – a fitting theme for the fine art of paper cutting. The theme was deliberately chosen for the 10th-anniversary of the Swiss decoupage exhibition.

“Typically Swiss” – a symbol of home, originality and authenticity – a fitting theme for the fine art of paper cutting. The theme was deliberately chosen for the 10th-anniversary of the Swiss decoupage exhibition.

Mario Frautschi from Turbach is a multi-talented craftsman with a passion for his art – carving wood by hand in the traditional manner to create magnificent sculptures. He also carves intricate designs in leather and has been known to sculpt igloos in the winter too.

Mario Frautschi from Turbach is a multi-talented craftsman with a passion for his art – carving wood by hand in the traditional manner to create magnificent sculptures. He also carves intricate designs in leather and has been known to sculpt igloos in the winter too.