For decades, Swiss homeowners have been taxed on the so-called imputed rental value (Eigenmietwert) – a theoretical income that owner-occupiers are deemed to earn by living in their own property. Even though no rent is actually received, this notional amount has had to be declared as taxable income, ...

For decades, Swiss homeowners have been taxed on the so-called imputed rental value (Eigenmietwert) – a theoretical income that owner-occupiers are deemed to earn by living in their own property. Even though no rent is actually received, this notional amount has had to be declared as taxable income, ...

The turn of the year has a habit of sharpening our attention. Between what has already taken shape and what still exists only as an idea, there is a brief, productive pause. It is a moment when ambition, imagination and resolve coexist. If there is a thread running quietly through this New Year edition, ...

The turn of the year has a habit of sharpening our attention. Between what has already taken shape and what still exists only as an idea, there is a brief, productive pause. It is a moment when ambition, imagination and resolve coexist. If there is a thread running quietly through this New Year edition, ...

In the hotel industry, staff often come and go as quickly as guests at the breakfast buffet. At Hotel Spitzhorn in Saanen, things are different: six senior team members have shaped the house for years, three of them since it opened in 2013.

In the hotel industry, staff often come and go as quickly as guests at the breakfast buffet. At Hotel Spitzhorn in Saanen, things are different: six senior team members have shaped the house for years, three of them since it opened in 2013.

Conceived as a discreet yet ambitious cultural hub, Gstaad House brings together art storage, exhibitions and private events in a purpose-built setting above Gstaad. Managing Director Siamak Siassi and the municipality of Saanen outline the project's rationale and its place within the Tomi site.

Conceived as a discreet yet ambitious cultural hub, Gstaad House brings together art storage, exhibitions and private events in a purpose-built setting above Gstaad. Managing Director Siamak Siassi and the municipality of Saanen outline the project's rationale and its place within the Tomi site.

Smoother access, better snow, bigger vision(s) BDG CEO Matthias In-Albon on 10 years of change — and what to expect this winter As he marks ten years at the helm of Bergbahnen Destination Gstaad (BDG), Matthias In-Albon reflects less on milestones and more on the region itself. “I’m ...

Smoother access, better snow, bigger vision(s) BDG CEO Matthias In-Albon on 10 years of change — and what to expect this winter As he marks ten years at the helm of Bergbahnen Destination Gstaad (BDG), Matthias In-Albon reflects less on milestones and more on the region itself. “I’m ...

HOTEL NEWS & NAMES: The Ermitage Wellness & Spa Hotel in Schönried has a new director: Christian Zinn officially stepped into the role last month.

HOTEL NEWS & NAMES: The Ermitage Wellness & Spa Hotel in Schönried has a new director: Christian Zinn officially stepped into the role last month.

From soaring US tech stocks to mounting global debt, the signals are mixed. Speaking at the Saanen Bank’s Market Barometer, economist Klaus Wellershoff presented five theses that cut through the noise.

From soaring US tech stocks to mounting global debt, the signals are mixed. Speaking at the Saanen Bank’s Market Barometer, economist Klaus Wellershoff presented five theses that cut through the noise.

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.