Gstaad resort guide

How big is Gstaad?

Gstaad has 250 pistes served by 68 lifts — 6th for pistes of the 34 resorts we track in Switzerland. On lifts it ranks 2nd of the 34.

How high is Gstaad?

The lifts run from 1050m at the base to 2000m at the top, a vertical of 950m. Of the 34 resorts we track in Switzerland, that is the 30th highest, with the 27th biggest vertical.

Is Gstaad good for beginners or experts?

The pistes at Gstaad split 30% beginner, 40% intermediate and 30% advanced, against an average of 30% beginner and 29% advanced across the resorts we track in Switzerland.

On those numbers it suits beginners and confident skiers and riders looking for steep terrain.

When is the ski season at Gstaad?

Over the last ten winters Gstaad has typically held skiable snow at mid-mountain from around 25 November to 18 May, about 176 days.

February is the best all-round month on the record, with an average base of 139cm, 66cm of new snow and 3.9 bluebird days.

What is the nearest airport to Gstaad?

The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Bern (BRN), 52km away in a straight line. Geneva (GVA) is 94km, Annecy Meythet (NCY), France is 109km. Road distances are longer, often much longer in the mountains, and the nearest airport is not always the one with the most flights.

How much is a lift pass at Gstaad?

A 6-day adult Gstaad Mountain Rides costs CHF 370 for 2026/27, or CHF 62 a day. For value it ranks 6th of the 34 resorts we price in Switzerland.