Autumn sun in the forest

Summer view from the Hornberg to the Giferspitz

Alpnesstrail Arnensee

More sustainable summer holidays

Going on holiday without overburdening the environment? Want to experience the traditions of the region up close? You can discover nature up close and learn something about it in the process. We offer you various ways to spend your holidays more sustainably and we have a few tips for you!

We thank you for your commitment to making Gstaad more sustainable.

In the foreground a dark blue/white train composition, behind it green hills and white snow-covered mountain peaks. — Mobility_Sustainability

Father and son on a hiking trail, with a magnificent mountain landscape behind them.

Two people lift a cloth with cheese inside into a large cauldron. — Traditional cheese making in the alp.

Our tips!

Together we can achieve more. Support us in our mission, for example by:

Staying longer with us - There are many reasons!
Travel to us as sustainably as possible. Why not travel by train for once?
Come Up - Slow Down - Take a break and discover our enjoyable places, coffees, restaurants and resting benches!
Shop locally. You'll get the best memories right here! From cheese to honey and meat, but also traditional paper cutting and more can be found in many local shops. You will also learn a lot about how they are made.
Reduce, reuse and recycle - for less waste in our region! Thank you for your help.
Do you want to actively help us with our various events? We organise annual Clean-ups - get information via our newsletter.

Slow traffic to slow down

During one overnight stay in the holiday region Gstaad, you will receive the digital guest card, the Gstaad Card. With the guest card, public transport (train & bus) in the holiday region is included. A highlight is certainly the train journey on the GoldenPass Express, the panorama or nostalgic train. Almost everything on offer in the region is easy and uncomplicated to reach by public transport. Or why not try a bike, e-bike or walk?

Arrival & public transport

Hiking

Cycling

View into a train compartment with an antique interior. Seat cushions are turquoise, ceiling is dark brown wood and there is a dark carpet on the floor. — Belle Epoque Train Gstaad

Two bikers on a wide trail in the mountains — Discover the Alpine gold by bike

Three cyclists riding up a mountain road, with a beautiful view of Gstaad behind them. — The range of cycling activities in the region is constantly evolving.

Three female racing cyclists riding down a mountain road. — The range of cycling activities in the region is constantly evolving.

Family hiking in the beautiful countryside with a panoramic view of the mountains.

Two large and two small jars filled with Saanensenf stand on a wooden bench. The labels feature delicate paper cut-outs and advertise Andrea's Saanensenf. The lids of the large jars are decorated with red and white checked fabric. All jars bear a yellow, round sticker with the inscription ‘ächt - vo hie’ (genuine - from here). — Andrea's Saanensenf ächt - vo hie

On the left-hand side, rectangular pieces of wood are stacked up. In the rest of the picture, you can see milled wooden slats, each stacked with a wooden spacer in between. In the top right-hand corner of the picture is a round yellow sticker bearing the logos ‘Gstaad Come up – Slow down’ and ‘REIGONAL ÄCHT – VO HIE’ in black lettering. — Wood ächt - vo hie

Our alpine and regional products

The holiday region Gstaad is brimming with regional delicacies and authentic craftsmanship. Tangy cheese, dried beef from Simmental cattle, Saanen mustard made from cherry purée, regional honey and delicate Saanen biscuits all reflect the flavours of our homeland. Even the milk from the Saane goats is used to make not only cheese but also wonderfully fragrant soaps.

But regional character is also evident in the crafts: in delicate paper cut-outs as well as in the local timber used in our chalets. These are products with deep roots in the region that bring a little piece of Gstaad into your home.

Because: Local is brilliant!

EcoLab Gstaad - make a difference

Workshops on various sustainabilty topics for families and groups

Raising awareness and providing in-depth information on the topic of «sustainabilty» across deh three areas of society, the economy and the environment play a crucial role here.

Smooth Arnensee in autumn with view of Staldenfluh and mirror of the mountains in the lake — Arnensee reflects Staldenfluh

On the left in the foreground of the picture you can see the Hotel Palace - a white castle building. Around it you can see many green trees, wooded hills and at the back of the picture mountains with some snow on them. A green sticker is positioned on the top right-hand side. It says Swisstainable III - Leading and a small Swiss cross. — The holiday region Gstaad is a Swisstainable Level III - Leading destination

All hotels in the Swiss sustainability programme Swisstainable

The Swiss Tourism Federation’s Swisstainable programme is designed to help visitors identify those who are already taking concrete steps to promote greater sustainability in tourism. This development programme views sustainable travel not as a sacrifice, but as a more conscious and enjoyable way to travel.
These accommodation providers are classified under Swisstainable as Level I (committed), Level II (engaged) or Level III (leading). They are constantly improving in the three areas of ecology, economy and society – in keeping with the motto A more sustainable Gstaad.
Since 2026, the Gstaad holiday region and Gstaad Saanenland Tourism have been certified as organisations in accordance with the internationally recognised TourCert standard and classified as a Swisstainable Destination Level III – leading. This external certification and the Swisstainable classification confirm that sustainability is firmly embedded in our tourism strategy and is being systematically developed further. We do not view sustainability as a static state, but as a commitment to continue along the path we have chosen in a transparent, verifiable and collaborative manner.
Together, we can achieve more!

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A picturesque landscape with green hills and mountains in the background. In the foreground, traditional chalets and trees can be seen.

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A charming hotel in the mountains with spacious balconies. The surroundings are green and offer a picturesque view of the landscape.

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A quiet outdoor area with lounge chairs and umbrellas. In the background, there is a pool and a beautiful landscape.

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A charming wooden house in a snow-covered landscape. The sky is clear and blue, surrounded by snow-covered mountains.

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A charming wooden building with colorful flower boxes on the balconies. Surrounded by green trees and a picturesque mountain landscape.

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A traditional building with a wooden facade and green shutters. In the foreground, tables with sun umbrellas are set up, and a street sign points towards the promenade.

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A modern building in the mountains, surrounded by snow. In the foreground, there is a bus, and some trees and other buildings can be seen.

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A picturesque winter village with snow-covered houses and a large white tree. The landscape is calm and inviting under a clear sky.

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A luxurious hotel with a beautiful swimming pool and well-maintained gardens. In the background, majestic mountains rise under a clear sky.

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A charming restaurant building with traditional shutters and an inviting outdoor terrace. The sky is clear and blue, creating a pleasant atmosphere.

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Mindful experiences

Discover, enjoy, get stuck in and be active:
Mindful experiences aren’t just fun – they’re meaningful too. Choose your very own personalised experience and take responsibility.