Simon Gabriel, trumpet, guest soloist at the Saanen Easter Concerts 2024. Press photo

Saanen Easter Concerts Spotlight Haydn's Trumpet Concerto & Rising Star Soloist

Experience the magic of classical music as the Saanen Easter Concerts take center stage, presenting a captivating showcase of talent and tradition. From the timeless melodies of Haydn's acclaimed Trumpet Concerto to the electrifying performance by rising star soloist Simon Gabriel, immerse yourself ...
Simon Gabriel, trumpet, guest soloist at the Saanen Easter Concerts 2024. Press photo

Saanen Easter Concerts Spotlight Haydn's Trumpet Concerto & Rising Star Soloist

Experience the magic of classical music as the Saanen Easter Concerts take center stage, presenting a captivating showcase of talent and tradition. From the timeless melodies of Haydn's acclaimed Trumpet Concerto to the electrifying performance by rising star soloist Simon Gabriel, immerse yourself ...

"Lasso", Hannes Schmid, 2001, 27,5 x 41,5 cm, single copy

Legendary Photographer Hannes Schmid offered Exclusive Gallery Tour

On March 1st, 2024, Studio Naegeli Gallery in Gstaad welcomed visitors to an exclusive tour led by acclaimed photographer Hannes Schmid.

"Lasso", Hannes Schmid, 2001, 27,5 x 41,5 cm, single copy

Legendary Photographer Hannes Schmid offered Exclusive Gallery Tour

On March 1st, 2024, Studio Naegeli Gallery in Gstaad welcomed visitors to an exclusive tour led by acclaimed photographer Hannes Schmid.


Gstaad Art 2024 | (c) Baptiste Janin

Gstaad Art Festival: A Spectacular Debut!

The first edition of Gstaad Art closed its doors on Sunday, 18 February, after three sunny days of intense atmosphere. Visitors to the Festival-Zelt, were delighted by the original and high-level showcase set under the giant white tent.

Gstaad Art 2024 | (c) Baptiste Janin

Gstaad Art Festival: A Spectacular Debut!

The first edition of Gstaad Art closed its doors on Sunday, 18 February, after three sunny days of intense atmosphere. Visitors to the Festival-Zelt, were delighted by the original and high-level showcase set under the giant white tent.


GstaadLife No 2 | Editorial

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 ...

GstaadLife No 2 | Editorial

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 ...

Photograph: PD

Music News

We take a peek at whats coming music-wise in Saaneland and surrounding cities (and mountaintops!)

Photograph: PD

Music News

We take a peek at whats coming music-wise in Saaneland and surrounding cities (and mountaintops!)


DOB (Monochrome), 2019–2021 FRP, urethane paint, stainless steel, wood base (158.40 × 130.40 × 82.80 cm) © 2019–2021 Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Courtesy Perrotin

A satirist in our midst: sculptures by Takashi Murakami

For its third annual exhibition, after Richard Prince, Henri Matisse & Jonas Wood, Nahmad Contemporary teams up with Perrotin to present sculptures by Takashi Murakami until 12 March at Saanen Airport’s Tarmak22.

DOB (Monochrome), 2019–2021 FRP, urethane paint, stainless steel, wood base (158.40 × 130.40 × 82.80 cm) © 2019–2021 Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Courtesy Perrotin

A satirist in our midst: sculptures by Takashi Murakami

For its third annual exhibition, after Richard Prince, Henri Matisse & Jonas Wood, Nahmad Contemporary teams up with Perrotin to present sculptures by Takashi Murakami until 12 March at Saanen Airport’s Tarmak22.


Barry Humphries 1934 – 2023

In the gentle twilight of another Gstaad day, we assembled to honour Barry Humphries, a man whose brilliance eclipsed even the celestial skies. Seventeen years ago, I wrote an article for Gstaad Life about my friend Dame Edna, entitled “The Dame Falls for Gstaad.” And I find myself contemplating ...

Barry Humphries 1934 – 2023

In the gentle twilight of another Gstaad day, we assembled to honour Barry Humphries, a man whose brilliance eclipsed even the celestial skies. Seventeen years ago, I wrote an article for Gstaad Life about my friend Dame Edna, entitled “The Dame Falls for Gstaad.” And I find myself contemplating ...

Carol Bove Taper The Pretas!, 2023 (detail) Stainless steel and urethane paint 61 x 109.2 x 61 cm | Carol Bove Photo: Maris Hutchinson | Courtesy Gagosian

New sculptures by swiss-born & american-bred talent Carol Bove

Entitled The Machine Age, this exhibition  features a group of abstract sculptures that juxtapose contorted tubes of steel with highly ref lective, perfectly finished closed cylinders made from the same material. The tubes’ matte urethane paint finish imparts a deceptive impression ...
Carol Bove Taper The Pretas!, 2023 (detail) Stainless steel and urethane paint 61 x 109.2 x 61 cm | Carol Bove Photo: Maris Hutchinson | Courtesy Gagosian

New sculptures by swiss-born & american-bred talent Carol Bove

Entitled The Machine Age, this exhibition  features a group of abstract sculptures that juxtapose contorted tubes of steel with highly ref lective, perfectly finished closed cylinders made from the same material. The tubes’ matte urethane paint finish imparts a deceptive impression ...

Photograph: Raphael Gîtz

Everything transformed!

The new Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy programme is officially out. The 68th edition of the festival is all about transformation – and is increasingly breaking new ground beyond the well-trodden, purely classical paths. What exactly will this look like? We asked Artistic Director Christoph ...
Photograph: Raphael Gîtz

Everything transformed!

The new Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy programme is officially out. The 68th edition of the festival is all about transformation – and is increasingly breaking new ground beyond the well-trodden, purely classical paths. What exactly will this look like? We asked Artistic Director Christoph ...

Photographs: Courtesy: Marshall Vernet

Art Talk

VERNET’S WORLD in B/W

Photographs: Courtesy: Marshall Vernet

Art Talk

VERNET’S WORLD in B/W


Gstaad Art Salon has come to town

Imagine strolling leisurely through the charming village of Gstaad, surrounded by its majestic natural beauty and snow-capped peaks; in this intimate setting, you will find access to the most important international art galleries. This is Gstaad Art.

Gstaad Art Salon has come to town

Imagine strolling leisurely through the charming village of Gstaad, surrounded by its majestic natural beauty and snow-capped peaks; in this intimate setting, you will find access to the most important international art galleries. This is Gstaad Art.


Michel Dalberto led the talents through the festival

UPDATE! The great pianist Stephen Hough was due to open this year's Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad festival. Due to illness, he was unable to take part in the festival and Michel Dalberto took his place as pianist instead.

Michel Dalberto led the talents through the festival

UPDATE! The great pianist Stephen Hough was due to open this year's Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad festival. Due to illness, he was unable to take part in the festival and Michel Dalberto took his place as pianist instead.


The little gallery at Chalet Mittelgässli on Dorfstrasse 79 in Saanen

Tropical vibes in Saanen

“The coming together of this show derives from a very personal passion of mine: I love colour! I believe in the power of colour “, says Andreas Siegfried, founder of Siegfried Contemporary Art Advisory, about his latest show in Saanen. Opening on the 2 February.

The little gallery at Chalet Mittelgässli on Dorfstrasse 79 in Saanen

Tropical vibes in Saanen

“The coming together of this show derives from a very personal passion of mine: I love colour! I believe in the power of colour “, says Andreas Siegfried, founder of Siegfried Contemporary Art Advisory, about his latest show in Saanen. Opening on the 2 February.


GstaadLife No 1 | Editorial

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 ...

GstaadLife No 1 | Editorial

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 ...

Anna Högl in front of the exhibition wall. A selection of the vintage prints and "Missing Marilyn" photo series by Hannes Schmid, made between 1990 and 1999; Drawings on paper and archival ink sketches by Mikhail Romadin, created between 1991 and 1995.

"On the move" an Artistic Odyssey with Romadin and Schmid

The backdrop to this artistic rendezvous is the latest exhibition at Studio Naegeli, aptly titled “On the Move.” The gallery invites us to traverse the lands of the masterpieces from the photographic lens of Hannes Schmid (1946) and the artistic strokes of Mikhail Romadin (1940–2012). ...
Anna Högl in front of the exhibition wall. A selection of the vintage prints and "Missing Marilyn" photo series by Hannes Schmid, made between 1990 and 1999; Drawings on paper and archival ink sketches by Mikhail Romadin, created between 1991 and 1995.

"On the move" an Artistic Odyssey with Romadin and Schmid

The backdrop to this artistic rendezvous is the latest exhibition at Studio Naegeli, aptly titled “On the Move.” The gallery invites us to traverse the lands of the masterpieces from the photographic lens of Hannes Schmid (1946) and the artistic strokes of Mikhail Romadin (1940–2012). ...

Photograph: © Patricia Dietzi / GNYMF

Exploring new musical frontiers

A harmonious synergy of two extraordinary instrumentalists creating enchanting melodies and the versatile soprano who weaves together the rich tapestry of multiple cultures through her captivating voice.

Photograph: © Patricia Dietzi / GNYMF

Exploring new musical frontiers

A harmonious synergy of two extraordinary instrumentalists creating enchanting melodies and the versatile soprano who weaves together the rich tapestry of multiple cultures through her captivating voice.


Marthe Keller Photograph: © Anush Abrar

The piano takes central stage

The 24th edition of the Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad Festival is scheduled to take place from 26 January to 3 February, 2024. Artistic director Renaud Capuçon has curated a diverse and exciting program that celebrates the piano as its central theme. The festival showcases both established stars ...
Marthe Keller Photograph: © Anush Abrar

The piano takes central stage

The 24th edition of the Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad Festival is scheduled to take place from 26 January to 3 February, 2024. Artistic director Renaud Capuçon has curated a diverse and exciting program that celebrates the piano as its central theme. The festival showcases both established stars ...

Cinem Art - A film series like no other

Enjoy this welcome addition to après-ski: a feast of sight and sound every Friday afternoon at 5:30 before cocktails

Cinem Art - A film series like no other

Enjoy this welcome addition to après-ski: a feast of sight and sound every Friday afternoon at 5:30 before cocktails


CinemArt Gstaad 2024

Hauser&Wirth in collaboration with the Ciné-Theater in Gstaad; the CinemArt film series will once again take place this winter from 5 January to 23 February 2024.

CinemArt Gstaad 2024

Hauser&Wirth in collaboration with the Ciné-Theater in Gstaad; the CinemArt film series will once again take place this winter from 5 January to 23 February 2024.


GstaadLife No 8 | Editorial

Take your pleasure seriously... As we usher into the new year, the words of Charles Eames resonate: “Take your pleasure seriously.” In many a creation of Eames, I find a daily source of joy and a reminder to approach life with a serious commitment to material and philosophical pleasure. ...

GstaadLife No 8 | Editorial

Take your pleasure seriously... As we usher into the new year, the words of Charles Eames resonate: “Take your pleasure seriously.” In many a creation of Eames, I find a daily source of joy and a reminder to approach life with a serious commitment to material and philosophical pleasure. ...

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