Book Gstaad Glam

BOOK GSTAAD GLAM

In the southwest of Switzerland, nestled between the snow-capped mountains of the Swiss Alps, lies the picturesque, upscale holiday town of Gstaad. Overflowing with exclusive ski clubs and a jet-set society in fur coats, Gstaad embodies the essence of alpine elegance. This is evident in the luxurious, family-run Gstaad Palace, the members-only restaurant The Eagle and the ultra-modern boutiques that line the city's main promenade. This combination of opulence and tranquility has attracted a variety of celebrities including Madonna, Grace Kelly, Stavros Niarchos and Julie Andrews, to name a few. While glitz and glamor abound, local tradition and culture are always within reach. Whether at the Pinte Bar in Hotel Olden, which exudes authentic charm, or at a farm on the outskirts of town that showcases a picturesque, pastoral lifestyle, this beautiful volume showcases the elegant traditions and unexpected treasures of Gstaad.

There is no shortage of entertainment options in Gstaad. Nature at its best is waiting to be explored. With 124 miles of slopes, visitors can ski, snowboard and sled in the winter and hike, bike, polo and golf in the summer. Gstaad's events calendar is chock-full of events not to be missed, including the Swiss Open, the Hot Air Balloon Festival and the Menuhin Festival of Music. And after a long day of hitting the slopes and experiencing all that Gstaad has to offer, snuggle up with a cup of hot chocolate from Charly's, the decades-old perfect spot for people-watching along the promenade.

About the author:

Geoffrey Moore is a restaurateur who spent his childhood in Gstaad with his father, the late actor Roger Moore. He attended the Le Rosey Institute in Gstaad.