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Gstaad is a snow paradise, and a ski resort for the wealthy elite. With a wide range of events and its Alpine scenery, 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. Juicy meadows, crispy air, sunny days: Mild climate, mellow hills and an alpine countryside are the ingredients that make Gstaad a paradise of luxury hotels, shopping, fine dining, excellent service and international stars. Paris Hilton has been known to court greek shipping tycoons here. Others include Roger Moore, Ursula Andress, Tina Turner, Günter Netzer, Ernesto Bertarelli, Bernie Ecclestone, Elle Macpherson, Roger Federer, Kofi Annan, and various European royal families.
Must See Must Do

Glacier 3000 - The Diablerets is a mountain in the Swiss Alps, best known for the nearby ski resort of Les Diablerets. There is a glacier on Diablerets, known as Glacier 3000. Here you can experience the world's highest Alpine coaster. The newly built bobsleigh track near the Botta Restaurant at 3,000 metres above sea level offers additional thrills. This track, 1,000 metres long, is the highest in the world, has a 560° spiral chute and comprises 12 bends, 11 waves, 3 jumps and 2 bridges. It operates in summer and winter so that visitors can enjoy a brisk glacier ride even in bad weather. Opening Summer 2007

Alp Turnels - The spectacular hike up to Alp Turnels, a romantic dairy farm between Wasserngrat and Giferspitz at 1900 m above sea level takes about 90 minutes. The highlight of the visit will come after the traditional cheese-making demonstration, when one will be able to enjoy a relaxing and health-giving bath in warm whey! The hay is so fragrant and so warm and cosy that all are bound to sleep well. The traditional cheese-making demonstration will also gives the onlooker a chance to find out all about the exciting and dramatic history of Alp Turnels. The alpine garden located inside the nature reserve makes an attractive place for a stroll.

Iglu-Dorf - High above Gstaad, in the midst of the breathtaking Alpine world surrounding the Rüeblihorn, is the Igloo-Village on the Eggli .The Igloo-Suite comprises a whirlpool as well. All the Igloo Hotels are build completely new every year and offer a unique experience in the alpine nature. Their beds are equipped with cozy sheepskin and very warm expedition sleeping bags. Enjoy some mulled wine at the Igloo Bar and for dinner some genuine Cheese-Fondue. A night at one of these IGLOO VILLAGEs offers the possibility to immerse in the ancient tradition of the Inuit and to enjoy the magical winter wonderland of the alpine mountains.

Gstaad Gourmet

Stübli - The restaurant Stübli –- the authentic restaurant in Gstaad has remained the same since the beginning. Just for a drink, for lunch or dinner this is the place to enjoy local and regional cuisine. In the restaurant «Stübli» you are served A la carte and a daily menu. Mr. Werner von Allmen, the kitchen head chef, orders only finely selected seasonal products. His dishes are a combination of their specialities offering you from real Swiss cheese fondue to many other traditional, tasty choices.

Indian Tour Operators

A list of tour operators promoting the city:

Thomas Cook (India) Ltd
Travel Oytser