Visit to the alp
Overview
Intro
Where does the milk come from? And why do the cows spend the summer in the mountains? Dominik Matti and his family will take you on an exciting morning and show you their alpine farm.
Where does the milk come from? And why do the cows spend the summer in the mountains?
Dominik Matti and his family will take you on an exciting morning and show you their alpine farm. Cuddling calves, watching cheese being made, and smelling the barn air - an exciting morning awaits you. Have fun!
The activity lasts about 2.5 hours including a gondola ride, hiking, and a visit to Dominik Matti (1.5 hours).
The explanations will be in German, and it will be possible to translate the most important information.
*Children under 6 years old do not receive a Saani Card (guest card). When booking for children up to 5 years, please provide the Gstaad Card number of a parent. To benefit from the Gstaad Card discount, the family must possess a Gstaad Card.
Requirements
Registration by the day before at 4:00 PM.
Booking note:
For this family program, at least one child and one adult must be booked together.
All participating persons require their own booking.
Equipment
Please wear weather appropriate clothing and proper footwear and bring your own drinks and any food you may need.
Difficulty
The path to the alp is partly steep and stony, participants must be good on foot. The path is doable for children.
Meeting point
Parking space Wispile valley station, 08.45 am
Arrival Information
Meeting point 08.45 am at the Wispile valley station, a guide will accompany you during the activity and will be waiting for you at the Wispile valley station.
Joint ride to the Wispile (July: journey to the top station / August: journey to the middle station)
Walk to the alp (July: 15 min. / August: 10 min.)
After the visit, there is the possibility to ride a scooter from the middle station to the valley station (individually and without a guide, suitable for children aged 12 and over, Gstaad Saanenland Tourism accepts no liability)
| Location |
Wispile, Gsstaad 3780 Gstaad Switzerland |
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| Price |
The mountain cable car ticket is not included.
Participation in the visit to the Alpine area is free
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Event dates
- 23 July 2026
- 30 July 2026
- 06 August 2026
- 13 August 2026