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Scenic Mountain Trails: Gstaad's Best Hikes

Discover ten remarkable hiking trails accessible by public transport from Gstaad. From the historic Via Alpina to the panoramic Tour des Alpes Vaudoises, these routes showcase the region's diverse landscapes. Wander through lush alpine meadows, cross historic passes, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Bernese Oberland and Valais Alps.

The hikes are listed in order of travel time from Gstaad, making it easy to plan your next alpine adventure. Check out the map to explore thousands of destinations and activities, reachable from any starting point in Switzerland.

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Saane-Uferweg

Minimum travel time: 3m to Saanen

This route leads from Gstaad to Saanen along the tranquil banks of the River Saane. An easy path that is notable for its impressive far-reaching views over this enchanting region.

dist3 km
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asce10 m
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desc50 m
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dura50m
  • barr

    Barrier free: Yes

  • land

    Landscape: Along the water

Tour published by:

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How to get to Saane-Uferweg

Fastest connection from Gstaad to Saanen: 3m
Gstaad (08:36)
30 (3m)
Saanen (08:39)
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2/10

Via Alpina

Minimum travel time: 4m to Gstaad, Rütti Schulhaus

The Via Alpina crosses 14 of the most beautiful Alpine passes. Straight through seven Swiss cantons with a vast variety of culture, geology and topography. Wide roads end in high ridge trails. The route is lined with one of the world’s most diverse variety of flora and fauna.

dist390 km
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asce23500 m
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desc24800 m
  • land

    Landscape: With panoramic views,Over a pass,Onto a mountain peak

Tour published by:

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How to get to Via Alpina

Fastest connection from Gstaad to Gstaad, Rütti Schulhaus: 4m
Walk from Gstaad to Gstaad, Bahnhof
Gstaad, Bahnhof (08:37)
180 (2m)
Gstaad, Rütti Schulhaus (08:39)
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Via Alpina, Stage 17/20

Minimum travel time: 5m to Gstaad, Ober-Gstaad

Panoramic high-level path past Berghaus Eggli and the Wilde Bode limestone karren area to the language border at Col de Jable. Many traditional alp huts with large shingle roofs and cheesemaking in copper cauldrons high above Etivaz.

dist16 km
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asce1250 m
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desc1200 m
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dura6h 25m

    Tour published by:

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    How to get to Via Alpina, Stage 17/20

    Fastest connection from Gstaad to Gstaad, Ober-Gstaad: 5m
    Walk from Gstaad to Gstaad, Bahnhof
    Gstaad, Bahnhof (09:37)
    181 (3m)
    Gstaad, Ober-Gstaad (09:40)
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    4/10

    Via Alpina, Stage 16/20

    Minimum travel time: 6m to Gstaad, Bissenbrücke

    From Lenk via the Wallegggraben, up into lynx territory, through a damp, eroded limestone region with far-reaching views. Over the Trüttlisbergpass and through the long Turbachtal valley with its varied history down to the sophistication of Gstaad.

    dist22 km
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    asce1150 m
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    desc1200 m
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    dura7h 0m
    • land

      Landscape: Along the water,Over a pass,With panoramic views

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    How to get to Via Alpina, Stage 16/20

    Fastest connection from Gstaad to Gstaad, Bissenbrücke: 6m
    Walk from Gstaad to Gstaad, Bahnhof
    Gstaad, Bahnhof (10:37)
    182 (4m)
    Gstaad, Bissenbrücke (10:41)
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    5/10

    Schönriederweg

    Minimum travel time: 7m to Schönried

    This route begins in the charming village of Saanenmöser and leads to the chalet village of Schönried. The intact nature of the enchanting landscape seen along this tranquil path is reminiscent of an typical Swiss picture postcard.

    dist3 km
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    asce20 m
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    desc50 m
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    dura40m
    • barr

      Barrier free: Yes

    • land

      Landscape: With panoramic views

    Tour published by:

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    How to get to Schönriederweg

    Fastest connection from Gstaad to Schönried: 7m
    Gstaad (08:58)
    GPX (7m)
    Schönried (09:05)
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    Chemin de la Sarine au Pays-d'Enhaut

    Minimum travel time: 8m to Rougemont

    From Rougemont, which was once the priory of Cluny, the trial goes over the Kirchenhügel from Château-d'Oex to the Grand Chalet of Rossinière. It goes between the rushing Saane and landscape steeped in history, moulded by the mountain farmers.

    dist14 km
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    asce360 m
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    desc460 m
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    dura3h 50m
    • land

      Landscape: With panoramic views

    Tour published by:

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    How to get to Chemin de la Sarine au Pays-d'Enhaut

    Fastest connection from Gstaad to Rougemont: 8m
    Gstaad (08:36)
    30 (8m)
    Rougemont (08:44)
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    7/10

    Tour des Alpes Vaudoises, Stage 4/8

    Minimum travel time: 16m to Les Granges-Gérignoz

    Setting off from the hot air balloon Mecca of Château-d’Oex, you will walk along the river Saane to Gérignoz. There is a steep climb up to the nature conservation area of La Pierreuse. Surrounded by eroded mountain peaks, you will walk to the highest point at 2,000 metres. After that comes a steep descent to L’Etivaz.

    dist14 km
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    asce1200 m
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    desc1000 m
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    dura5h 30m
    • land

      Landscape: Through a Swiss Park,With panoramic views

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    How to get to Tour des Alpes Vaudoises, Stage 4/8

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    Tour des Alpes Vaudoises

    Minimum travel time: 16m to Les Granges-Gérignoz

    From vineyards through Alpine pastures to ancient mountain villages, alp dairies with tasty raw-milk cheese, lonely mountain lakes, sweeping views and deep gorges. The 8-day round tour combines the most beautiful highlights of the Canton Vaud Alps.

    dist130 km
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    asce7400 m
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    desc7400 m
    • land

      Landscape: With panoramic views,Onto an alp

    Tour published by:

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    How to get to Tour des Alpes Vaudoises

    Fastest connection from Gstaad to Les Granges-Gérignoz: 16m
    Gstaad (08:36)
    30 (16m)
    Les Granges-Gérignoz (08:52)
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    9/10

    Höhi-Wispile-Lauenensee-Weg

    Minimum travel time: 17m to Lauenen b. Gstaad, Geltenhorn

    An absolute classic! This very varied tour from Gstaad to Lauenen is perfect for families. An enjoyable hike indeed, it also affords picturesque views from the Höhi Wispile. The highlight is the legendary Lake Lauenen.

    dist14 km
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    asce300 m
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    desc950 m
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    dura4h 0m
    • land

      Landscape: With panoramic views

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    How to get to Höhi-Wispile-Lauenensee-Weg

    Fastest connection from Gstaad to Lauenen b. Gstaad, Geltenhorn: 17m
    Walk from Gstaad to Gstaad, Bahnhof
    Gstaad, Bahnhof (09:37)
    181 (15m)
    Lauenen b. Gstaad, Geltenhorn (09:52)
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    10/10

    Freiburger Voralpenweg

    Minimum travel time: 18m to Château-d'Oex La Palaz

    The Freiburger Vorlalpenweg leads in five one-day stages from the medieval town of Fribourg past picturesque Schwarzsee, into the Gruyère region, then along the Gastlosen chain to verdant Pays d’Enhaut and down to the balloonists’ Mecca of Château-d’Oex.

    dist73 km
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    asce3700 m
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    desc3400 m
    • land

      Landscape: With panoramic views

    Tour published by:

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    How to get to Freiburger Voralpenweg

    Fastest connection from Gstaad to Château-d'Oex La Palaz: 18m
    Gstaad (08:36)
    30 (18m)
    Château-d'Oex La Palaz (08:54)
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