The Soroptimist Club Gstaad-Saanenland’s popular Pumpkin Soup Campaign is back this October, teaming up with local chefs and hotels to raise awareness — and funds — for women and children in need.

The Soroptimist Club Gstaad-Saanenland’s popular Pumpkin Soup Campaign is back this October, teaming up with local chefs and hotels to raise awareness — and funds — for women and children in need.

New to the world of Caprices, our young reporter joined thousands on the Eggli for three days of music, movement, and mountain air. The result? A fresh look at how this alpine festival has found its rhythm in Gstaad — and how even bad weather couldn’t turn down the volume.

New to the world of Caprices, our young reporter joined thousands on the Eggli for three days of music, movement, and mountain air. The result? A fresh look at how this alpine festival has found its rhythm in Gstaad — and how even bad weather couldn’t turn down the volume.

On 1 October, Dame Julie Andrews turns 90. Beloved worldwide as Mary Poppins and Maria von Trapp, she also found in Gstaad what she once called her “last paradise in a crazy world.”

On 1 October, Dame Julie Andrews turns 90. Beloved worldwide as Mary Poppins and Maria von Trapp, she also found in Gstaad what she once called her “last paradise in a crazy world.”

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.

Last April, SarinaMed AG acquired Dr. Perreten’s medical practice and has successfully continued to provide care for its patients. The next step is now underway: the planned integration into the main practice in Saanen.

Last April, SarinaMed AG acquired Dr. Perreten’s medical practice and has successfully continued to provide care for its patients. The next step is now underway: the planned integration into the main practice in Saanen.

When the Weber Law was approved in 2012 at a constitutional level and the respective application law implemented three years later, it fundamentally changed the Swiss the holiday home market. By restricting the construction of new second homes in municipalities where they already exceeded 20%, the law ...

When the Weber Law was approved in 2012 at a constitutional level and the respective application law implemented three years later, it fundamentally changed the Swiss the holiday home market. By restricting the construction of new second homes in municipalities where they already exceeded 20%, the law ...

Just beyond the Chamaveau woodlands, in the village of Les Moulins, lies a quiet parcel of land. No cows graze here; instead, beds of rare heirloom vegetables stretch across the soil, bees flit among aromatic plants destined for herbal teas, and the first sound on arrival is the chorus of hens. This ...

Just beyond the Chamaveau woodlands, in the village of Les Moulins, lies a quiet parcel of land. No cows graze here; instead, beds of rare heirloom vegetables stretch across the soil, bees flit among aromatic plants destined for herbal teas, and the first sound on arrival is the chorus of hens. This ...

As high season wraps up and the crowds clear out, the whole region can start to feel a bit quiet. Locals  know the drill. You get used to figuring out what’s open and finding somewhere you can actually go. But not everything shuts down.

As high season wraps up and the crowds clear out, the whole region can start to feel a bit quiet. Locals  know the drill. You get used to figuring out what’s open and finding somewhere you can actually go. But not everything shuts down.

On Saturday, the 6th, the “Gstaad Züglete” will take place, featuring the traditional descent of cattle herds through Gstaad’s Promenade.

On Saturday, the 6th, the “Gstaad Züglete” will take place, featuring the traditional descent of cattle herds through Gstaad’s Promenade.

Friday, 19 September 2025, 8.00 pm in the Church of Saanen – doors open at 7.30 pm

Friday, 19 September 2025, 8.00 pm in the Church of Saanen – doors open at 7.30 pm

SAANEN’S CHARMING MARKET DREW  CROWDS AND SUNSHINE Saanen’s historic centre came alive with colour, conversation, and the scent of grilled specialities, as the annual Brocante and Market once again transformed the village into a treasure-hunter’s paradise. With a record ...

SAANEN’S CHARMING MARKET DREW  CROWDS AND SUNSHINE Saanen’s historic centre came alive with colour, conversation, and the scent of grilled specialities, as the annual Brocante and Market once again transformed the village into a treasure-hunter’s paradise. With a record ...

Dooly’s: Rougemont’s new local favourite

Dooly’s: Rougemont’s new local favourite

With Alexander Bublik claiming his first-ever clay-court title and top seeds Cabral and Miedler edging a thrilling doubles final, this year’s tournament closed on a high.

With Alexander Bublik claiming his first-ever clay-court title and top seeds Cabral and Miedler edging a thrilling doubles final, this year’s tournament closed on a high.

As of 1 July 2025, Tom Walter takes over as Head Chef at The Mansard in Gstaad. At just 25 years old, he is one of the youngest head chefs in Switzerland.

As of 1 July 2025, Tom Walter takes over as Head Chef at The Mansard in Gstaad. At just 25 years old, he is one of the youngest head chefs in Switzerland.

The 7th edition of CANWALK, supported by the CANSEARCH Foundation, will take place on 3 August in Schönried. Participants can choose between two walking routes, both culminating at the scenic Berghotel Hornfluh on Hornberg for a convivial lunch.

The 7th edition of CANWALK, supported by the CANSEARCH Foundation, will take place on 3 August in Schönried. Participants can choose between two walking routes, both culminating at the scenic Berghotel Hornfluh on Hornberg for a convivial lunch.

As of 1 July, Martin Bieri has left The Mansard and taken on a new role at the Posthotel Rössli Gstaad. He now serves as Executive Chef and Head of Food & Beverage in a full-time position.

As of 1 July, Martin Bieri has left The Mansard and taken on a new role at the Posthotel Rössli Gstaad. He now serves as Executive Chef and Head of Food & Beverage in a full-time position.

Since the beginning of July, Hotel Sanetsch has resumed operations as a bed and breakfast, in collaboration with Restaurant Bären in Gsteig.

Since the beginning of July, Hotel Sanetsch has resumed operations as a bed and breakfast, in collaboration with Restaurant Bären in Gsteig.

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 SarinaMed Group Practice successfully operated the pop-up general practitioner emergency service during the 2024/25 winter season. Thanks to financial support from the municipalities in the Obersimmental-Saanenland district and the canton, the continuation of the service is now secured.

The SarinaMed Group Practice successfully operated the pop-up general practitioner emergency service during the 2024/25 winter season. Thanks to financial support from the municipalities in the Obersimmental-Saanenland district and the canton, the continuation of the service is now secured.

From May to October 2025, Post Auto’s route 185 takes you off the beaten track, from Saanen to Jaun via Mittelberg Pass, crossing the enchanting Grischbach Valley and the Gastlosen peaks. This fully electric PostBus offers four daily rides in peak season and weekend services in early summer and ...

From May to October 2025, Post Auto’s route 185 takes you off the beaten track, from Saanen to Jaun via Mittelberg Pass, crossing the enchanting Grischbach Valley and the Gastlosen peaks. This fully electric PostBus offers four daily rides in peak season and weekend services in early summer and ...