Schönried - Saanenmöser - Zweisimmen - St. Stephan

Schönried - Saanenmöser - Zweisimmen - St. Stephan
Schönried - Saanenmöser - Zweisimmen - St. Stephan is the largest ski and hiking area of the Gstaad region in the Bernese Oberland, Switzerland, linking the villages of Schönried, Saanenmöser, Zweisimmen and St. Stephan with 105 kilometres of slopes. The area is served by the Rinderberg, Saanersloch and Horneggli mountains and includes a snowpark, a funslope and several learning parks for beginners and families. Cosy mountain restaurants, winter hiking trails and toboggan runs round off the winter offer.

Families and Kids

The area is ideal for families, with easy slopes, practice lifts and dedicated learning areas, for example in the Saanenmöser area or in the learning park on the Rinderberg. On the Hornberg, the Funslope offers children a varied run with waves, curves and small obstacles.

Food and drinks

The area offers a wide range of mountain restaurants, from traditional dishes to first-class gastronomy, including the mountain restaurants Horneggli, Rinderberg-spitz, Saanerslochgrat and Lochstafel as well as the Berghotel Hornberg. The Restaurant Derby in Zweisimmen is located right next to the Rinderberg valley station, and the Iglu-Dorf Bar & Restaurant above Saanenmöser serves fondue and mulled wine. Bars and snow bars such as the Hornybar, the Lothar Bar and the Ritz Bar invite you to enjoy après-ski.
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Status

Information

  • Easy slopes: 35 km
  • Intermediate slopes: 16 km
  • Advanced slopes: 5 km
    • Number of snowparks: 1
    • Night skiing: Yes
    • Ski school: Yes
    • Free entrance: No
    • Children activities: Children ski lessons, Sledging, Snow play area

Opening hours

Pistes are open daily from 08:30 to 16:30 during the winter season (18 December 2026 to 4 April 2027).
Monday
08:30-16:30 (18.12.2026 - 04.04.2027)
Tuesday
08:30-16:30 (18.12.2026 - 04.04.2027)
Wednesday
08:30-16:30 (18.12.2026 - 04.04.2027)
Thursday
08:30-16:30 (18.12.2026 - 04.04.2027)
Friday
08:30-16:30 (18.12.2026 - 04.04.2027)
Saturday
08:30-16:30 (18.12.2026 - 04.04.2027)
Sunday
08:30-16:30 (18.12.2026 - 04.04.2027)

Admission fees

The Magic Pass is valid from 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2027 and covers both the summer and winter seasons, giving unlimited access to all lifts of Bergbahnen Destination Gstaad (excluding Sanetsch), including Wasserngrat, as well as the ski lifts in Gsteig and Lauenen; Glacier 3000 is included in winter. Day passes have fixed daily prices that may vary slightly by weekday and season, while multi-day passes remain dynamically priced, so booking early pays off. Children under 6 travel free of charge when accompanied by an adult, and a season parking card is available for CHF 180.

Contact

Webpage
bergbahnen-gstaad.ch
Email
info@bergbahnen-gstaad.ch
Address
Egglistrasse 43, 3780 Gstaad

FAQ

  • Is the ski area suitable for families and beginners?
    Yes, the area is ideal for families. Some slopes are particularly well suited for children and beginners, for example in the Saanenmöser area or in the learning park on the Rinderberg, where you find easy runs, practice lifts and dedicated learning areas.
  • Are there winter hiking trails and toboggan runs in the area?
    Yes, the area offers numerous winter hiking trails and toboggan runs, including the Saanersloch runs, the Horneggli Run South, the Hornberg Run and the Wispile Run down to Gsteig. Restaurants and snow bars along the way invite you to linger.
  • Is night skiing offered in the area?
    Yes, night skiing is offered. Under floodlights, skiing down the slopes becomes a unique experience, enhanced by music and culinary highlights. The Rinderberg offers a cosy, family-friendly atmosphere, while the Eggli combines night skiing with an exceptional fondue experience.
  • Can I take my dog on the mountain lifts?
    Yes, dogs are allowed on all gondolas of the Gstaad Mountain Railways and can ride for free. However, dogs are not allowed on the ski slopes.
  • Is bike transport possible on the mountain lifts?
    Yes, bike transport is possible on many mountain lifts and is free of charge. On the Rinderberg, your bike is attached to the outside of the gondola, while on the Horneggli transport is done via a transport lift, which may result in waiting times of up to 20 minutes.

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