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Gstaad is a small village located in the German-speaking section of the Bern canton in western Switzerland. Gstaad is part of the municipality of Saanen.
Tourism, attractions
Gstaad is known for its luxury hotels and shopping, fine dining, excellent service, and international stars. It is also one of the largest ski areas in Europe. The town is located in the Bernese Oberland in the Alps.
It is a snow paradise, which encompasses the Saanenland and Schoenried ski regions, as well as the Glacier 3000 ski area. It is also famous for its renowned hotel resort, the Gstaad Palace.
It is known as a ski resort for the wealthy elite and the winter residence for students of the Institut Le Rosey. Grace Kelly and her husband Rainier III, Prince of Monaco owned a luxurious chalet in Gstaad, now owned by a former model.
With a wide range of events, its Alpine scenery, and the array of warm-weather activities on offer, the village is a summer destination as well as a winter one.
Gstaad is a bit quieter than either Zermatt or St. Moritz, and is notably free of paparazzi and autograph seekers, thus offering yet another attraction for the rich and famous.
Promenade
The middle of the village has been a carfree zone since 1997. Along the Promenade that has been thus created are countless exclusive shops, restaurants and hotels. Lending charm to the village are the houses, which are all built in the chalet style.
