A white/reddish spotted Simmental cow looks curiously into the camera. Behind it you can see its green meadow and some wooden chalets. ©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Yannick Romagnoli / Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus

Simmentaler cow head

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Alpine Authenticity

A fondue in an XXL caquelon in the great outdoors, a paper-cutting course or a visit to the farmer on the alp or to the cheese grotto 25 meters underground - the vacation region of Gstaad offers a comprehensive and exciting range of activities for the whole team under the motto "Alpine Authenticity".

Trips & experiences

An oversized wooden fondue caquelon with a view of the mountain panorama invites you to eat.

Fondue Caquelon XXL amidst mountain scenery

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Yannick Romagnoli / Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus

Fondueland Gstaad

Experience the holiday region of Gstaad on your own with the fondue backpack. There are 7 XXL caquelons and 2 fondue huts waiting for you.

Fondueland

Cheese Grotto & Cheese ageing facility

Enjoy an exciting guided tour followed by an aperitif.

Cheese Grotto

Cheese grotto at Molkerei Gstaad dairy with shelves full of cheese in the foreground and tables ready for tastings in the middle.

Cheese grotto with shelves full of cheese

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Yannick Romagnoli / Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus
Bell-shaped papercut artwork by Regina Martin.

Bell-shaped papercut artwork by Regina Martin

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Regina Martin

Paper cutting workshop

A steady hand and some skill are required - an exciting course for your team event.

Papercutting atelier

Yodelling Workshop

Learn the basics of Swiss vocal art in a fun and easygoing way. This workshop is perfect as an introduction or a lively addition to your event.

Abeglanz.ch

A woman teaches a group how to yodel.

Yodel Workshop

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 unbekannt / Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus

Ranger Tour Lauenensee

Enjoy an exciting private tour through the nature reserve surrounding Lake Lauenen. Your ranger will guide you through the high moorland, a protected landscape of national importance.

Rangertour Lauenensee

A group on the Saani family programme looks out over Lake Lauenen towards Gelten

Participants at Lake Lauenen with view towards Gelten

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Marco Minnig / Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus, Müller Medien

Alpine Farm visit

During the summer months, local farmers run 80 alpine farms in the region. They’re happy to offer a glimpse into their lives—lives lived in seclusion and harmony with nature.

Willi Bach

Three cows lie next to each other on a green meadow in front of a wooden alpine hut.

Peaceful atmosphere on the alp.

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Yannick Romagnoli / Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus

Time for the perfect fondue

A couple sitting in a giant wooden fondue pot and eating fondue.

Fondue Caquelon

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Nicole Schafer / Bergbahnen Destination Gstaad AG, Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus / 2023

Explore Fondueland Gstaad on foot, skis, or snowshoes, and enjoy unforgettable moments of indulgence. The region is home to several oversized fondue caquelons, serving as unique and inviting meeting spots. Cosy fondue huts and traditional restaurants offer the perfect setting to savour the region’s signature dish. Everything revolves around the finest cheese, served in a variety of delicious ways. The trail winds through a picturesque mountain landscape, adding a scenic touch to this culinary experience—no matter the season.

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