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Sunlit snowy ridges and peaks above a sea of cloud under a deep blue sky.

Luxury ski chalets in Gstaad

About Gstaad

What Gstaad is like

Gstaad is one of Switzerland's most prestigious and exclusive ski resorts, famous for attracting high-society guests to its pedestrianised, boutique-lined promenade. Despite its glamorous reputation, the village has retained its authentic Alpine charm, largely thanks to strict building codes that require all structures to be built in the traditional wooden chalet style.

Village
1,050 m
Pistes
53 km linked
Season
Early December to mid-March
From Geneva
2 h by road

Resort facts: Wikipedia, Skiresort.com and bergbahnen-gstaad.ch, checked 4 Oct 2026.

  • Snow-laden chalet roofs and fir trees in Gstaad with a church spire and mountains behind.

    The village · Gstaad under fresh snow

  • Skiers at the foot of a sunny piste above a snowy village of wooden chalets.

    The skiing · Skiing near Gstaad

  • A lit church tower and Christmas tree above snowy steps in Gstaad at blue hour.

    Evenings · Gstaad church, blue hour

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Who it suits

Is Gstaad right for you?

  • Luxury seekersUpscale boutiques, 5-star hotels, and world-class fine dining line the promenade.
  • IntermediatesAbundant red and blue slopes perfect for scenic, relaxing cruising.
  • Non-skiersExtensive winter walking trails, luxury spas, and boutique shopping.
  • FamiliesDedicated family mountains with gentle nursery slopes and excellent ski schools.

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Where to stay

Where should you stay in Gstaad?

Our one place in Gstaad, on the piste map.

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  • Chalet ColombeSelf-catered chalet · 7 bedrooms · 14 guestsLocation shown as an area

Distances are straight-line, from each of our places to its nearest lift or run on the piste map.

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Snow today: 19 cm at the top (Tsanfleuron station, 2,569 m) · 17 cm forecast in the next six days

Common questions

Gstaad questions, answered

What is the skiing like in Gstaad?
The main ski areas in Gstaad are Schönried & Saanerslochgrat, for intermediates; Eggli-La Videmanette, for strong skiers; Wispile, for beginners; Wasserngrat, for experts; and Glacier 3000, for off-piste. Its lifts link to 53 km of pistes.
How do we get to Gstaad from the UK?
Fly to Geneva Airport, then it's about 2 hours by road (150 km). The nearest railway station is Gstaad.
How much is a lift pass in Gstaad?
An adult six-day pass costs CHF 504 for 2026/27.
When is the ski season in Gstaad?
The season runs early December to mid-March.
Where are the best places to eat in Gstaad?
Well-known places to eat include Sonnenhof (Saanen), Le Grill (Gstaad Palace), Bergrestaurant Wasserngrat (Wasserngrat Mountain) and Michel's Stallbeizli (Gstaad).
Is Gstaad good for families?
Yes. Dedicated family mountains with gentle nursery slopes and excellent ski schools.

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