Beatrice Villiger and Louisa Blum | Photos by Phillipe Chevallier

An unstoppable enthusiasm for music in Saanenland

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.

Beatrice Villiger and Louisa Blum | Photos by Phillipe Chevallier

An unstoppable enthusiasm for music in Saanenland

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.


Weather was a challenge this year but it did not discourage the audience | Photo Toby Ryter

Slopesound Festival returns – with a bang, despite the rain

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 ...
Weather was a challenge this year but it did not discourage the audience | Photo Toby Ryter

Slopesound Festival returns – with a bang, despite the rain

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 ...

Piguet Auction 2025: The season gets off to a flying start

Piguet Auction House closed the second edition of its Valentine’s Day auction, featuring a selection of luxury jewellery, watches, and leather goods. Exhibitions were held on their Lausanne and Geneva premises, and the online bids were plentiful and far exceeded expectations!

Piguet Auction 2025: The season gets off to a flying start

Piguet Auction House closed the second edition of its Valentine’s Day auction, featuring a selection of luxury jewellery, watches, and leather goods. Exhibitions were held on their Lausanne and Geneva premises, and the online bids were plentiful and far exceeded expectations!


Phillippe and Christophe Gudin at the 12th edition of the Alpina Cup in Gstaad

GstaadLife 2 | Editorial

Gstaad has a way of making us pause – whether in admiration, reflection, or sheer curiosity. In this last issue of the winter season, we look at the people, places, and projects shaping our region in ways that make us stop and think.

Phillippe and Christophe Gudin at the 12th edition of the Alpina Cup in Gstaad

GstaadLife 2 | Editorial

Gstaad has a way of making us pause – whether in admiration, reflection, or sheer curiosity. In this last issue of the winter season, we look at the people, places, and projects shaping our region in ways that make us stop and think.


Mountain Magic

Julia Scheuer’s Alpine Art Shines in Gstaad.

Mountain Magic

Julia Scheuer’s Alpine Art Shines in Gstaad.


Emilio Ferro with his immaterial light sculpture. Swirling mist enhances the visibility of the beam for visitors during the day. | Photo Roberto Conte

Liminal Journey – A Light and Sound Experience in Kapälli Gstaad

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.

Emilio Ferro with his immaterial light sculpture. Swirling mist enhances the visibility of the beam for visitors during the day. | Photo Roberto Conte

Liminal Journey – A Light and Sound Experience in Kapälli Gstaad

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.


From peaks to paint: A unique approach to mountain art

“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.

From peaks to paint: A unique approach to mountain art

“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.


Yulia Pozdeeva at the ARTHANGAR

Yulia Pozdeeva’s art at the ARTHANGAR

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

Yulia Pozdeeva at the ARTHANGAR

Yulia Pozdeeva’s art at the ARTHANGAR

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


Nahmad at Tarmak 22 | Calder in Flight | Gouvernails rouges, 1967 Sheet metal, iron bars, and paint 92 x 67 x 40 inches (233.68 x 170.18 x 101.60 cm)  2025 Calder Foundation, New York / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Art Talk

The pulse of contemporary art in Gstaad

Nahmad at Tarmak 22 | Calder in Flight | Gouvernails rouges, 1967 Sheet metal, iron bars, and paint 92 x 67 x 40 inches (233.68 x 170.18 x 101.60 cm)  2025 Calder Foundation, New York / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

Art Talk

The pulse of contemporary art in Gstaad


Expressive simplicity at sommets: Zep's artistic and musical odyssey

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, ...

Expressive simplicity at sommets: Zep's artistic and musical odyssey

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, ...

Festival Director Ombretta Ravessoud is pictured here with Jean-Pierre Möri, who oversees the overall coordination of the festival | Photo Raphael Faux

25 years of an inexhaustible source of joy and satisfaction

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

Festival Director Ombretta Ravessoud is pictured here with Jean-Pierre Möri, who oversees the overall coordination of the festival | Photo Raphael Faux

25 years of an inexhaustible source of joy and satisfaction

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


Oil painting Wild Boars in Winter by Kurt Hofmann

Art Talk

Exhibition by Ueli Hertig and Kurt Hofmann at the Heimatwerk in Saanen

Oil painting Wild Boars in Winter by Kurt Hofmann

Art Talk

Exhibition by Ueli Hertig and Kurt Hofmann at the Heimatwerk in Saanen


The a cappella choir Les Métaboles | Photo Elsa Laurent

Sommets - A quarter century of musical peaks

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.

The a cappella choir Les Métaboles | Photo Elsa Laurent

Sommets - A quarter century of musical peaks

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.


The filmmaker Andrea von Siebenthal

Andrea von Siebenthal's "More Than Brothers" debuts in Gstaad

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 filmmaker Andrea von Siebenthal

Andrea von Siebenthal's "More Than Brothers" debuts in Gstaad

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 organisers are pleased with this year

Gstaad New Year Music Festival: Positive Feedback

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 Gstaad New Year Music Festival organisers are pleased with this year

Gstaad New Year Music Festival: Positive Feedback

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 captivated the audience at Rougemont church with her wide range of musical colours from start to finish. PHOTO: PATRICIA DIETZI/GSTAAD NEW YEAR MUSIC FESTIVAL

Worlds of Sound and Emotion: Nino Kupreishvili Captivates Rougemont

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 Georgian pianist Nino Kupreishvili captivated the audience at Rougemont church with her wide range of musical colours from start to finish. PHOTO: PATRICIA DIETZI/GSTAAD NEW YEAR MUSIC FESTIVAL

Worlds of Sound and Emotion: Nino Kupreishvili Captivates Rougemont

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 star pianist Luca Sestak has created refreshing new arrangements of works by Friedrich Gulda. PHOTO: PATRICIA DIETZI/GSTAAD NEW YEAR MUSIC FESTIVAL

Young Virtuoso Wows in Lauenen

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 star pianist Luca Sestak has created refreshing new arrangements of works by Friedrich Gulda. PHOTO: PATRICIA DIETZI/GSTAAD NEW YEAR MUSIC FESTIVAL

Young Virtuoso Wows in Lauenen

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.


Pieter Brueghel the Younger, Winter Landscape with Skaters, after 1616, panel, 40  57 cm, signed lower right: P. BREVGHEL.

Maze Art Gstaad returns for its second edition

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 ...
Pieter Brueghel the Younger, Winter Landscape with Skaters, after 1616, panel, 40  57 cm, signed lower right: P. BREVGHEL.

Maze Art Gstaad returns for its second edition

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 ...

Art Talk – TULIPS, PEONIES, AND MOUNTAINS

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 ...

Art Talk – TULIPS, PEONIES, AND MOUNTAINS

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 ...

Filmpodium Saanenland presented “A Dragon Arrives!”

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

Filmpodium Saanenland presented “A Dragon Arrives!”

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

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