General information
Gataad is in the canton of Bernese Oberland, it is located in southwestern Switzerland, right on the border with the French-speaking part of Switzerland. Gataad is known as one of the most exclusive and expensive ski resorts in the world, and also a popular holiday resort in Switzerland. Gataad is easily accessed by train or by car from the Lake Thun region, the area of Lake Geneva and the Greyerzerland. Gstaad is known for its extremely luxurious hotels and shopping, high-society nightlife, fine dining, excellent service. It is also one of the largest ski areas in the Alps.
Tour service
GSTAAD easyaccess card provide more advantages for travelers who stay here more than three days. Travelers can enjoy unrestricted leisure pleasure from May to October. Travelers can get the card at hotel receptions and tourist office. More discounts as below:
Free use:
Railways/Means of transport |
Free use with GSTAAD easyaccess card |
Cable cars |
Free travel on the following cable cars:
Rellerli
Wispile
Horneggli
Rinderberg
La Videmanette
Wasserngrat |
Postal bus |
Schönried – Saanen – Gstaad – Turbach – Lauenen – Lake Lauenen – Col du Pillon |
Bus |
Zweisimmen – Sparenmoos – Zweisimmen |
Shuttle |
Gstaad station-Arnensee |
Hiker's cab |
Zweisimmen-Seebergsee |
Montreux Bernese Oberland Railway |
Zweisimmen – Gstaad – Rougemont
Please note: The Junior Card is not valid in combination with the GSTAAD easyaccess card! |
Activities |
Free use with GSTAAD easyaccess card |
Swimming pools |
Gstaad Sports Centre indoor pool
Saanen outdoor pool
Gstaad Palace Hotel outdoor pool
Zweisimmen outdoor pool |
Indoor climbing arena |
Further information available at all tourist offices in the region |
Museums |
Museum der Landschaft Saanen
Museum of local history in Zweisimmen |
Guided tours of the village |
Saanen
(advance reservations: +41 33 748 81 60)
Zweisimmen
(advance reservations: +41 33 722 11 33) |
Special Rates
Railways/ Means of transport |
Special fares with GSTAAD easyaccess card |
Glacier 3000 and Oldenegg cable cars |
40% reduction on the cable car journey |
Montreux Bernese Oberland Railway |
20% reduction on excursion tickets to Montreux (1st class only) |
Tourist attractions
Cattle breeding, milk and meat production are the three mainstays of alpine farming in Gstaad, lots of farmers appreciate people taking an interest in their work. Many museums offer an interesting insight into the culture, history, traditions. There are very beautiful old houses with the chalet style in Gstaad. The village of Saanen is the historical heart of the Saanenland. It owes its unique character to its narrow streets and lanes lined with old timber houses and dominated by the 15th century Mauritius Church.
Activities
Gstaad is an ideal hiking paradise in Switzerland, there are more than 300 kilometers of signposted and well maintained trails and paths. 150 kilometers of bike routes, 500 kilometers of GPS tours and an electric bike system provide access to the most beautiful parts of Gstaad. Gstaad also has lots of climbing tours in top regions, from Zweisimmen to the Pays d’Enhaut, for anyone from elite athletes to families. Gstaad Mountain Rides is one of the safest and largest areas for skiing in Switzerland, is the Bernese Oberland's only glacier ski area which suitable for winter sports. Gstaad also offer freestylers exciting slope-style fun at its four snow parks. In Gstaad, every day some 52 km of both classic and skating trails of all levels of difficulty are prepared in the six cross-country skiing areas. There is something for everyone, from beginners to proficient skiers.
Map of Gstaad
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