A view up the Promenade in Gstaad

An (updated) tale of Gstaad, as it was back then

Anton Ruesch recalls the Gstaad village from his youth.
A view up the Promenade in Gstaad

An (updated) tale of Gstaad, as it was back then

Anton Ruesch recalls the Gstaad village from his youth.

Miranda Lambert has been one of Nashville

Get Your Country On at Country Night Gstaad

Get ready to dust off those cowboy boots and don your best plaid shirts because in Gstaad, the Country Night is just around the corner!
Miranda Lambert has been one of Nashville

Get Your Country On at Country Night Gstaad

Get ready to dust off those cowboy boots and don your best plaid shirts because in Gstaad, the Country Night is just around the corner!

From Orient to Occident: Countess Setsuko Klossowska de Rola

What the artist is always looking for is the mode of existence in which soul and body are one and indivisible: in which the outward is expressive of the inward: in which form reveals.

From Orient to Occident: Countess Setsuko Klossowska de Rola

What the artist is always looking for is the mode of existence in which soul and body are one and indivisible: in which the outward is expressive of the inward: in which form reveals.

Brocante Formidable

A diverse array of offerings catered to all tastes and budgets at this year's Brocante market in Saanen. The camera captured the charming atmosphere of live music, exquisite antiques, cherished preloved treasures, and delectable artisanal treats, altogether making it an irresistible feast for ...

Brocante Formidable

A diverse array of offerings catered to all tastes and budgets at this year's Brocante market in Saanen. The camera captured the charming atmosphere of live music, exquisite antiques, cherished preloved treasures, and delectable artisanal treats, altogether making it an irresistible feast for ...

Sandro and his grandfather in the workshop back in the 90s | Photograph: Family photo

Master Builder

Sandro Reuteler is fourth-generation managing director of Arnold Reuteler Holzbau AG in Grund. Sandro carved time out of his busy schedule to meet with GstaadLife and talk tradition, technology and the importance of sustainability.
Sandro and his grandfather in the workshop back in the 90s | Photograph: Family photo

Master Builder

Sandro Reuteler is fourth-generation managing director of Arnold Reuteler Holzbau AG in Grund. Sandro carved time out of his busy schedule to meet with GstaadLife and talk tradition, technology and the importance of sustainability.

Winners podium - Photograph: AvS | Jenny Sterchi

A smashing success

The victory bells rang out, echoing in Brazil and the USA as the Swatch Beach Pro Gstaad reached its thrilling conclusion. With a staggering turnout of 28,000 spectators at the renowned “Gstaadion,” the tournament showcased intense battles under the scorching sun.
Winners podium - Photograph: AvS | Jenny Sterchi

A smashing success

The victory bells rang out, echoing in Brazil and the USA as the Swatch Beach Pro Gstaad reached its thrilling conclusion. With a staggering turnout of 28,000 spectators at the renowned “Gstaadion,” the tournament showcased intense battles under the scorching sun.

What the heart is full of

At the annual Brocante market in Saanen, exhibitors come from near and far to offer their antique treasures and artisanal goods or local retailers that sell their products.

What the heart is full of

At the annual Brocante market in Saanen, exhibitors come from near and far to offer their antique treasures and artisanal goods or local retailers that sell their products.

Timeless chic in a snowdrop from Jaeger-Lecoultre

In this coronation year, let us revel in both the marvels of Swiss-watchmaking as well as post-war chic and glamour–but from the last coronation. On that day in 1953, HM Queen Elizabeth II’s watch–gifted by the French president–featured the same Calibre 101 movement as this Jaeger-Le-Coultre ...

Timeless chic in a snowdrop from Jaeger-Lecoultre

In this coronation year, let us revel in both the marvels of Swiss-watchmaking as well as post-war chic and glamour–but from the last coronation. On that day in 1953, HM Queen Elizabeth II’s watch–gifted by the French president–featured the same Calibre 101 movement as this Jaeger-Le-Coultre ...

Photograph: Destination Gstaad | Melanie Uhkoetter

Kids paradise

One of the highlights of a summer getaway in Gstaad is the abundance of alpine playgrounds scattered throughout the region. These playgrounds are like enchanted wonderlands where children can unleash their imaginations and engage in fun outdoor activities. From climbing walls and zip lines ...
Photograph: Destination Gstaad | Melanie Uhkoetter

Kids paradise

One of the highlights of a summer getaway in Gstaad is the abundance of alpine playgrounds scattered throughout the region. These playgrounds are like enchanted wonderlands where children can unleash their imaginations and engage in fun outdoor activities. From climbing walls and zip lines ...

A wonderful example of a well preserved chalet from 1670, in Saanen.

Chalets, somewhere between passion and culture

A chalet is a chalet, isn't it? This question is partially answered by an equally informative, humorous and entertaining exhibition at the Swiss National Library in Bern. Worth a visit for a rainy spring day.
A wonderful example of a well preserved chalet from 1670, in Saanen.

Chalets, somewhere between passion and culture

A chalet is a chalet, isn't it? This question is partially answered by an equally informative, humorous and entertaining exhibition at the Swiss National Library in Bern. Worth a visit for a rainy spring day.

Visit the Spring Market on Monday the 1st of May

On May 1st, the Saanen village hosts its first of three, traditional produce markets of the year.

Visit the Spring Market on Monday the 1st of May

On May 1st, the Saanen village hosts its first of three, traditional produce markets of the year.

Elisabeth & Alfredo Beracasa

Fun & Fundaments of Gstaad Living

Alfredo Beracasa talks about his love for Gstaad
Elisabeth & Alfredo Beracasa

Fun & Fundaments of Gstaad Living

Alfredo Beracasa talks about his love for Gstaad

Natural history features in modern interior design

Once destined for curio cabinet displays, today’s interior design magazines show beautifully preserved natural wonders taking pride of place on the other side of the glass. In line with the Green and circular economy trends, owning a fossil that is several million years old has become the ...

Natural history features in modern interior design

Once destined for curio cabinet displays, today’s interior design magazines show beautifully preserved natural wonders taking pride of place on the other side of the glass. In line with the Green and circular economy trends, owning a fossil that is several million years old has become the ...

Photograph: Philippe Saharoff

Anne Rosat & the art in Hermès

From paper-cutting or découpages to textiles In 1937, a century after the French luxury house Hermès was founded, Robert Dumas, Émile Hermès’ sonin-law, designed the first scarf using woodblocks.
Photograph: Philippe Saharoff

Anne Rosat & the art in Hermès

From paper-cutting or découpages to textiles In 1937, a century after the French luxury house Hermès was founded, Robert Dumas, Émile Hermès’ sonin-law, designed the first scarf using woodblocks.

Frank Desmedt on stage

Promise at dusk

A story full of humour and tenderness – one of the most moving stories ever written about maternal love and the fidelity of a son.
Frank Desmedt on stage

Promise at dusk

A story full of humour and tenderness – one of the most moving stories ever written about maternal love and the fidelity of a son.

And so the cows went home

Sunday the 16 October marked the finisage of the cow exhibition at the Museum in Saanen, and so it was time for the cows to go home. The exhibition was curated by Franziska Haldi and was exceptional in its diverse collection of handmade toy cows.

And so the cows went home

Sunday the 16 October marked the finisage of the cow exhibition at the Museum in Saanen, and so it was time for the cows to go home. The exhibition was curated by Franziska Haldi and was exceptional in its diverse collection of handmade toy cows.

A different cow parade

It is commonly said that there are as many cows in Saanen as there are inhabitants. Currently, there are probably a few more as model cows from all over Switzerland are on display in the Museum der Landschaft in Saanen.

A different cow parade

It is commonly said that there are as many cows in Saanen as there are inhabitants. Currently, there are probably a few more as model cows from all over Switzerland are on display in the Museum der Landschaft in Saanen.

The fine art of papercuts

“Typically Swiss” – a symbol of home, originality and authenticity – a fitting theme for the fine art of paper cutting. The theme was deliberately chosen for the 10th-anniversary of the Swiss decoupage exhibition.

The fine art of papercuts

“Typically Swiss” – a symbol of home, originality and authenticity – a fitting theme for the fine art of paper cutting. The theme was deliberately chosen for the 10th-anniversary of the Swiss decoupage exhibition.

Family values

Marc Stebler knows a thing or two about watches. He is a fourth-generation Stebler-Iff, a family with a long watchmaking and jewellery industry tradition. Following the family’s acquisition of Villiger Gstaad in 2019, Marc now heads up the boutique, renamed Stebler Gstaad.

Family values

Marc Stebler knows a thing or two about watches. He is a fourth-generation Stebler-Iff, a family with a long watchmaking and jewellery industry tradition. Following the family’s acquisition of Villiger Gstaad in 2019, Marc now heads up the boutique, renamed Stebler Gstaad.

Master craftsman

Mario Frautschi from Turbach is a multi-talented craftsman with a passion for his art – carving wood by hand in the traditional manner to create magnificent sculptures. He also carves intricate designs in leather and has been known to sculpt igloos in the winter too.

Master craftsman

Mario Frautschi from Turbach is a multi-talented craftsman with a passion for his art – carving wood by hand in the traditional manner to create magnificent sculptures. He also carves intricate designs in leather and has been known to sculpt igloos in the winter too.

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