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Lauenen

The picturesque mountain village of Lauenen lies at 1,241 metres above sea level. Charming wooden houses and the atmospheric church reflect living traditions and a deep connection to the past.

Awarded Mountaineering Village

On 1 August 2025, Lauenen was admitted into the international Mountaineering Villages initiative by the Alpine Convention – as the 5th village in Switzerland! This distinction honours the intact natural and cultural landscape, the vibrant traditions and the commitment to gentle tourism. Whether a leisurely family hike, an alpine high-altitude tour or the sound of yodelling – in Lauenen you will experience the true spirit of the Alps.

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Lake Lauenen Nature Reserve

Lake Lauenen (Lauenensee) lies nestled in an idyllic nature reserve that is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. Surrounded by untouched nature, the area invites you to explore and linger. In the background, rushing waterfalls provide an impressive backdrop, making this place a unique natural experience.

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Lauenensee
Destinations

Lake Lauenen

The Lake Lauenen is a popular excursion destination in the very heart of a nature reserve. In summer the idyllic mountain lake is the perfect spot to enjoy a swim.

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Fondue hike to the XXL Fondue Caquelon in Lauenen

In the Gstaad holiday region, visitors can discover eight fondue caquelons, with one of the newest highlights located in Lauenen. The hike to the XXL Fondue Caquelon begins in the chalet village of Lauenen and leads along a scenic trail through impressive natural surroundings. At the dairy, you can collect a fondue backpack packed with everything needed for the meal and return it afterwards. At the destination, guests are welcomed not only by the extraordinary giant caquelon but also by sweeping views that make this experience truly unforgettable.

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XXL-Fondue-Caquelon, Ferienregion Gstaad
© Ferienregion Gstaad / Müller Medien

1 – 5 July 2026

Swatch Beach Pro Gstaad

The combination of fast action and a holiday atmosphere have turned beach volleyball into a trending sport. Thanks to the Swatch Beach Pro Gstaad, this sport is also represented on an international level in Switzerland.
11 – 19 July 2026

Swiss Open Gstaad

For one week, Gstaad is star-studded with top-class tennis players during the Swiss Open Gstaad. The spectators are spoiled with electrifying rallies all the way from the first to the final match.
Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy
16 July –  5 September 2026

Gstaad Menuhin Festival

What began with two concerts in the church in Saanen in 1957 with Yehudi Menuhin, the violinist of the century, has become one of the largest music festivals in Switzerland: the Gstaad Menuhin Festival.

Contact and information

Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus
Haus des Gastes
Promenade 41
CH-3780 Gstaad