You may be surprised to learn that Le Grand Bellevue is one of the oldest hotels in Gstaad. Dating back to 1912, it first opened its doors as a ‘Cure House and Spa’, offering visitors a place to relax and convalesce.

You may be surprised to learn that Le Grand Bellevue is one of the oldest hotels in Gstaad. Dating back to 1912, it first opened its doors as a ‘Cure House and Spa’, offering visitors a place to relax and convalesce.

HRH Princess Marie Gabrielle of Savoy and Swiss auctioneer Bernard Piguet discuss Gstaad, art and l’art de vivre.

HRH Princess Marie Gabrielle of Savoy and Swiss auctioneer Bernard Piguet discuss Gstaad, art and l’art de vivre.

Rudolf II practiced it. So did Napoleons I and III, James II, and George VI. Gstaad’s skaters carry on the majestic tradition.

Rudolf II practiced it. So did Napoleons I and III, James II, and George VI. Gstaad’s skaters carry on the majestic tradition.

Between 1-3 February, Elevation 1049 united numerous national and international artists, performers and guests in Gstaad. Everyone in attendance drew great inspiration from the activities, enjoyed lively discussions and also made friends.

Between 1-3 February, Elevation 1049 united numerous national and international artists, performers and guests in Gstaad. Everyone in attendance drew great inspiration from the activities, enjoyed lively discussions and also made friends.

Anne Rosat’s works of art are on display in many museums and collections around the world and her exhibitions in major cities – New York, Paris and London – have raised international awareness of the Swiss paper cutting tradition.

Anne Rosat’s works of art are on display in many museums and collections around the world and her exhibitions in major cities – New York, Paris and London – have raised international awareness of the Swiss paper cutting tradition.

What defines Gstaad and makes it so special? To understand this amazing town, you need to look back to the past.

What defines Gstaad and makes it so special? To understand this amazing town, you need to look back to the past.

A part of us is always in search of a thrill and holidays are the perfect occasion to go in search of something beautiful and new, something different from everyday life.

A part of us is always in search of a thrill and holidays are the perfect occasion to go in search of something beautiful and new, something different from everyday life.

The Saanenland now has three new toboggan runs between Saanersloch and Horneggli. New toboggan runs have been set up, covering 11 kilometres and suitable for experienced sledders, beginners and children.

The Saanenland now has three new toboggan runs between Saanersloch and Horneggli. New toboggan runs have been set up, covering 11 kilometres and suitable for experienced sledders, beginners and children.

With all eyes on The Alpina Cup, the event comprised a slalom race at the Wasserngrat and an evening hockey match between two very competitive teams on the Gstaad ice rink. This time, it was really close.

With all eyes on The Alpina Cup, the event comprised a slalom race at the Wasserngrat and an evening hockey match between two very competitive teams on the Gstaad ice rink. This time, it was really close.

This season, a new timed ski course has been set up on the Wasserngrat. Using an app, you can review your own performance once finished.

This season, a new timed ski course has been set up on the Wasserngrat. Using an app, you can review your own performance once finished.

No private schools, no Gstaad?

This tabloid header sounds a little dramatic.

 

No private schools, no Gstaad?

This tabloid header sounds a little dramatic.

 

Seaman Schepps, Sheffield and Watchbox have a joint sales exhibition at the HUUS Hotel.

Seaman Schepps, Sheffield and Watchbox have a joint sales exhibition at the HUUS Hotel.

“Happiness is a clean windscreen.” We stared in astonishment at the small card pinned behind our car’s wiper blades.

“Happiness is a clean windscreen.” We stared in astonishment at the small card pinned behind our car’s wiper blades.

The recent elections at the AGM in January mark one of the biggest turnovers on the executive board in the history of the club. With the resignation of Peter Erzberger an era comes to an end, but every ending is also a beginning.

The recent elections at the AGM in January mark one of the biggest turnovers on the executive board in the history of the club. With the resignation of Peter Erzberger an era comes to an end, but every ending is also a beginning.

Looking for something different to do on the slopes in February? The exhilarating sport of horn sledge racing may be just your speed.

Looking for something different to do on the slopes in February? The exhilarating sport of horn sledge racing may be just your speed.

After an unsuccessful attempt to combine the Gstaad women’s tennis tournament with the men’s tournament, the organiser, Grand Chelem Event SA, has decided to move the women’s event from Gstaad to Lausanne.

After an unsuccessful attempt to combine the Gstaad women’s tennis tournament with the men’s tournament, the organiser, Grand Chelem Event SA, has decided to move the women’s event from Gstaad to Lausanne.

Taking a 1-year-old to the glamorous village of Gstaad is a very different proposition to that of years gone by.

Taking a 1-year-old to the glamorous village of Gstaad is a very different proposition to that of years gone by.

At various places in and around Gstaad, you’ll find 14 animal sculptures and paintings by the artist Davide Rivalta. These works are standing or hanging on the grass by Le Grand Bellevue, along the Promenade, in Park Gstaad, in the garden of Gstaad Palace and on the Eggli.

At various places in and around Gstaad, you’ll find 14 animal sculptures and paintings by the artist Davide Rivalta. These works are standing or hanging on the grass by Le Grand Bellevue, along the Promenade, in Park Gstaad, in the garden of Gstaad Palace and on the Eggli.

During the holidays, the situation is particularly bad, according to Otto Tritten of the Gstaad operations centre. After parties, some people just throw their rubbish everywhere.

During the holidays, the situation is particularly bad, according to Otto Tritten of the Gstaad operations centre. After parties, some people just throw their rubbish everywhere.

A hot and dry year has caused many challenges for Swiss farmers, including crop failures. However, some crops have recorded bumper harvests.

A hot and dry year has caused many challenges for Swiss farmers, including crop failures. However, some crops have recorded bumper harvests.