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Gstaad

Name: Gstaad
Rating: 2

Recommended by 17 hikers

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Location: Obersimmental-Saanen, Espace Mittelland, Switzerland

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4.7

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1. Gstaad Village – Saanen Church loop from Saanen

7.64km

02:00

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.0

(9)

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2. View of Saanen – Church of Saanen loop from Schönried

11.7km

03:20

260m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Intermediate

4.6

(8)

106

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3. Lauenensee (Lake Lauenen) – Lauenensee South Shore loop from Gstaad

25.4km

07:02

420m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Tips

Vanessa Alexandra ↟↟🜁

July 12, 2025

Located at 1,050 meters above sea level in the Saanenland region, Gstaad combines alpine authenticity with stylish charm. Known as an exclusive resort, it is also an ideal starting point for hikes, bike tours, and mountaineering in the surrounding area.

Highlights:
✅ Access to the Geltenhütte, Lauenensee, Wispile, Wildhorn, Sanetsch Pass, and more. m.
✅ Hiking trails & biking routes for all levels – from panoramic routes to alpine challenges
✅ Charming village center with traditional chalets, boutiques & cafés 🏘️☕
✅ Perfect base for multi-day tours in the Obersimmental, Valais, or Fribourg region

Special tips:
🔹 Hike or bike to Lake Lauenen
🔹 Ascent to the Geltenhütte SAC and further to the Wildhorn
🔹 Panoramic tour of the Wispile – also accessible by gondola
🔹 Discover cheese and chalet culture 🧀🏡

Recommendation:
Summer: Hiking, biking, and nature paradise 🌞
Winter: Cross-country trails, ski tours, snowshoe hikes ❄️

Getting there:
By train via Montreux or Zweisimmen, by car via the Simmental.

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Elevation 1,110 m

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1. Gstaad Village – Saanen Church loop from Saanen

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3. Lauenensee (Lake Lauenen) – Lauenensee South Shore loop from Gstaad

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