How big is Gstaad?
Gstaad has 250 trails served by 68 lifts — 6th for trails of the 34 resorts we track in Switzerland. On lifts it ranks 2nd of the 34.
Gstaad resort guide
Bern, Switzerland
Luxury alpine resort with world-class skiing and shopping
Gstaad at a glance
250
Trails
68
Lifts
6,562ft
Top
3,445ft
Base
3,117ft
Vertical
BRN
Nearest airport, 32 mi
30% beginner40% intermediate30% advanced
Gstaad combines exclusive luxury with excellent skiing across multiple interconnected areas in the Bernese Oberland.
Your questions about Gstaad, answered
How high is Gstaad?
The lifts run from 3,445ft at the base to 6,562ft at the top, a vertical of 3,117ft. 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 trails 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 November 25 to May 18, about 176 days.
February is the best all-round month on the record, with an average base of 55in, 26in of new snow and 3.9 bluebird days.
Month-by-month snow history →What is the nearest airport to Gstaad?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Bern (BRN), 32 mi away in a straight line. Geneva (GVA) is 58 mi, Annecy Meythet (NCY), France is 68 mi. 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 ticket 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.
Full lift ticket prices and history →Airports near Gstaad
Airports with scheduled flights, nearest first. Distances are straight-line; by road they are longer, and in the mountains often much longer.
- BernBRN32 mi
- GenevaGVA58 mi · major airport
- Annecy MeythetNCY68 mi
Travel time to Gstaad
Pick the airport you fly from for an estimate of the journey to the resort.
- Fly to Geneva (GVA)Quickest
- Flight
- 8h 20m · 3,853 mi
- Ground transfer
- 1h 55m · 79 mi
- Total
- ≈ 10h 15m
- Fly to Bern (BRN)
- Flight
- 8h 25m · 3,893 mi
- Ground transfer
- 1h 5m · 43 mi
- Total
- ≈ 12h
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
- Fly to Annecy Meythet (NCY)
- Flight
- 8h 20m · 3,862 mi
- Ground transfer
- 2h 15m · 91 mi
- Total
- ≈ 13h 5m
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
Estimates from straight-line distances, not timetables: flights at typical cruising speed plus taxi and climb, ground transfers at an average 40 mph. They leave out check-in and baggage time, and mountain roads in snow can take much longer. Check with airlines and transfer companies before booking.
Gstaad lift ticket 2026/27
CHF 3706-day adult Gstaad Mountain Rides · ≈$448
CHF 62 per day · 3.8 km of trails per € · #6 of 34 for value in Switzerland
81value scoreGreat value
Gstaad trail map
We publish a trail map only once we have checked it against the resort's own file, and we do not yet have a verified map for Gstaad. Most resorts release the new season's map between October and December, so this page will fill in as winter approaches. In the meantime, Gstaad has 250 trails and 68 lifts, running from 3,445ft to 6,562ft.
Why go to Gstaad
- High altitude and excellent snow
- Great for all skill levels
- Modern lift infrastructure
- Great for families
- Beautiful mountain scenery
- Good value for money
Things to know
- Can get crowded during peak season
- Limited nightlife
- Weather dependent
- Limited tree skiing
- Can be windy
- Limited challenging terrain
Skiing and snowboarding Gstaad by ability level
Beginners
Gstaad is excellent for beginners! The resort has dedicated beginner areas with gentle slopes, excellent ski schools, and modern lifts.
Intermediates
Perfect for intermediate skiers! Gstaad offers a great variety of intermediate terrain with well-groomed pistes and modern lifts.
Advanced
Advanced skiers will find some challenging terrain at Gstaad, but the resort is primarily known for its beginner and intermediate skiing.
Our take on Gstaad
Food & dining
Après-ski
Price level
Mid-range
Facilities
Official resort website: gstaad.ch
More on Gstaad
- Gstaad snow reportLive conditions, snow depth and the 7-day forecast by elevation
- Gstaad snow historyTen seasons of snowfall, snow depth, powder days and when the season ends
- Gstaad lift ticket pricesDay and multi-day ticket prices, how they have changed, and value for money
- Ski resorts in SwitzerlandLive snow reports and a map of resorts, cities and airports in Switzerland
Ski resorts near Gstaad
Distances are straight-line, not by road.