In her recent Expat Adventures column, Anna Charles captures something we all recognise: the quiet trust that defines life in the Saanenland. From neighbours who carry fainting children home without hesitation to chalets so welcoming that late-night travellers might mistake them for their own, these ...

In her recent Expat Adventures column, Anna Charles captures something we all recognise: the quiet trust that defines life in the Saanenland. From neighbours who carry fainting children home without hesitation to chalets so welcoming that late-night travellers might mistake them for their own, these ...

The tourist board’s old winter slogan – Id Ruhe vor Natur (meaning into the stillness of nature) – has stuck with me. It captures something essential about life here: the sense that nature isn’t just a backdrop, but a force that steadies us, calms us, draws us in.

The tourist board’s old winter slogan – Id Ruhe vor Natur (meaning into the stillness of nature) – has stuck with me. It captures something essential about life here: the sense that nature isn’t just a backdrop, but a force that steadies us, calms us, draws us in.

The common thread! What connects a pastor, a jazz festival director, and a village chef?

The common thread! What connects a pastor, a jazz festival director, and a village chef?

A new Year in a complex world. I grapple with an age-old tradition: resolutions. January has long been a time to draw lines in the sand and make promises to ourselves – to eat better, exercise more, save money, or call family more often.

A new Year in a complex world. I grapple with an age-old tradition: resolutions. January has long been a time to draw lines in the sand and make promises to ourselves – to eat better, exercise more, save money, or call family more often.

Summer's not over yet! September is here, and it’s easy to think that summer in Saanenland is winding down. But let’s not be too hasty in declaring the season over. If anything, these final weeks offer a vibrant opportunity to explore the countryside and make the most of our unique regi ...

Summer's not over yet! September is here, and it’s easy to think that summer in Saanenland is winding down. But let’s not be too hasty in declaring the season over. If anything, these final weeks offer a vibrant opportunity to explore the countryside and make the most of our unique regi ...

Coming together! As we bask in the afterglow of the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad, it’s clear that sports have a unique power to bring us together. This month’s theme, “Coming Together”, celebrates the connections we forge through sports and community initiatives.

Coming together! As we bask in the afterglow of the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad, it’s clear that sports have a unique power to bring us together. This month’s theme, “Coming Together”, celebrates the connections we forge through sports and community initiatives.

High altitude art - When bidding adieu to another interesting winter season in Gstaad, it's impossible not to reflect on the vibrant tapestry of art that has adorned our slopes and galleries. While skiing may always be at the heart of Gstaad's allure, this season has proven that our alpine paradise ...

High altitude art - When bidding adieu to another interesting winter season in Gstaad, it's impossible not to reflect on the vibrant tapestry of art that has adorned our slopes and galleries. While skiing may always be at the heart of Gstaad's allure, this season has proven that our alpine paradise ...

A Family Reflection - As I sit down to share some thoughts for the first edition of 2024, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of connection to the stories we have in store for you.
Our exclusive (and very personal) interview with Jean-Michel Barbey is like a journey through time and family ties ...

A Family Reflection - As I sit down to share some thoughts for the first edition of 2024, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of connection to the stories we have in store for you.
Our exclusive (and very personal) interview with Jean-Michel Barbey is like a journey through time and family ties ...

May your days be marry and bright. Soon comes the festive season – time to wind down and spend merry days with family and friends. Arriving at Christmas pace can take time – the older I get, the longer it takes me to arrive in Christmas mode.

May your days be marry and bright. Soon comes the festive season – time to wind down and spend merry days with family and friends. Arriving at Christmas pace can take time – the older I get, the longer it takes me to arrive in Christmas mode.

The change of season
The traditional descent of the cows from their summer mountain pastures marks the onset of autumn, a time that stirs emotions within me. It not only signifies the conclusion of summer but also heralds my favourite season: Autumn. This is the time of vibrant hues, lengthening shadows, ...

The change of season
The traditional descent of the cows from their summer mountain pastures marks the onset of autumn, a time that stirs emotions within me. It not only signifies the conclusion of summer but also heralds my favourite season: Autumn. This is the time of vibrant hues, lengthening shadows, ...

In this issue, we are honoured to feature two remarkable women who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of artistic excellence: pianist Alice Sara Ott and painter/sculptor Setsuko. Both have roots in Japan but have also embraced the influences of other cultures and traditions. Both have faced challenges ...

In this issue, we are honoured to feature two remarkable women who have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of artistic excellence: pianist Alice Sara Ott and painter/sculptor Setsuko. Both have roots in Japan but have also embraced the influences of other cultures and traditions. Both have faced challenges ...

Embrace the summer vibes: books, sports and mountain spirit

Embrace the summer vibes: books, sports and mountain spirit

A journey through art and nature
As we enter the month of love, the picturesque valley of Saanenland beckons us to indulge in its breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heri-tage. The winter wonderland that surrounds us is a canvas in itself, showcasing the magnificent artistry of nature. And, as we ...

A journey through art and nature
As we enter the month of love, the picturesque valley of Saanenland beckons us to indulge in its breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heri-tage. The winter wonderland that surrounds us is a canvas in itself, showcasing the magnificent artistry of nature. And, as we ...

Only 1 week to go before the last issue of the winter season is out in the newsstands on Friday the 17/2.
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Only 1 week to go before the last issue of the winter season is out in the newsstands on Friday the 17/2.
Get your own subscription and receive the magazine at home or stay updated via our online platform - it's less than 1 CHF a week.

Just the facts, please.
As I write this editor’s column, the snow has been falling the whole day, and the hysteria of the false snow dumping story from last year seems long gone. A storm in a glass of water, we labelled it, that with time hardly will be a bleep on the news radar. Nevertheless, ...

Just the facts, please.
As I write this editor’s column, the snow has been falling the whole day, and the hysteria of the false snow dumping story from last year seems long gone. A storm in a glass of water, we labelled it, that with time hardly will be a bleep on the news radar. Nevertheless, ...

Beauty is in the eye of the Beholder.
Someone recently reminded me of this quote, mainly because we disagreed on it. Not on the quote itself but on the beauty in question. How do you measure beauty?

Beauty is in the eye of the Beholder.
Someone recently reminded me of this quote, mainly because we disagreed on it. Not on the quote itself but on the beauty in question. How do you measure beauty?

It is the most wonderful time of the year!
For the third year now, as soon as the first snow falls, I pinch myself and once more rejoice – we do live in a winter wonderland and as we are “locals”, we have no return ticket end of the weekend!

It is the most wonderful time of the year!
For the third year now, as soon as the first snow falls, I pinch myself and once more rejoice – we do live in a winter wonderland and as we are “locals”, we have no return ticket end of the weekend!

The little (i) in online!
One of the great joys of having my job is the large number of people I get to meet and the even larger amounts of information I must choose from when selecting material for each print issue.

The little (i) in online!
One of the great joys of having my job is the large number of people I get to meet and the even larger amounts of information I must choose from when selecting material for each print issue.

Oh, but my darling, what if you fly?
It is said in Saaneland that summer has arrived when the glider planes are soaring high over the valley – and oh boy, what a summer it has been so far. These gentle giants glide so effortlessly that it brings out a childhood dream of mine – to fly high ...

Oh, but my darling, what if you fly?
It is said in Saaneland that summer has arrived when the glider planes are soaring high over the valley – and oh boy, what a summer it has been so far. These gentle giants glide so effortlessly that it brings out a childhood dream of mine – to fly high ...

Welcome back Summer!
As I am writing my first letter as the new editor-in-chief, I continue to be amazed at how much is going on in Saaneland in July.

Welcome back Summer!
As I am writing my first letter as the new editor-in-chief, I continue to be amazed at how much is going on in Saaneland in July.