Excursion to the sports center Gstaad.

Top 5 activities for rainy days

Grey skies and drizzle don’t have to dampen the holiday spirit! Gstaad offers countless options for keeping active or relaxing, even when the weather’s at its worst. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, culture or fun for all the family, these five top activities will keep you entertained even when the sun takes a break.

Sports centre & wellness facilities

The perfect choice for fitness or relaxation: work out at Gstaad’s sports centre, then unwind at one of the numerous wellness facilities. From swimming to squash and fitness, there’s something for everyone here. Afterwards, wind down in the sauna, enjoy a soothing steam bath to ease your muscles or simply sit back and relax.

Sports centre children's area — Sportzentrum Gstaad

A group of people play tennis in a large wooden hall. — Indoor tennis in Gstaad sports center.

A young woman in a salmon-colored T-shirt stands in a fitness and smiles at the camera. — Staying fit at the Gstaad Sports Center.

Three people swim in an outdoor whirlpool with mountains in the background. — Wellness enjoyment in the mountains.

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Wellness Sports Centre Whirlpool — Sportzentrum

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Tennisplatz Aussen — Sportzentrum Gstaad AG

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Cinema hall with red armchairs and lots of people looking at the screen. — Program for everyone : Cinema.

Ciné-Theatre Gstaad

On a rainy afternoon, there’s nothing better than settling into a comfy cinema seat and immersing yourself in another world. Visitors to Gstaad can enjoy the latest films in a cosy setting. Perfect for families, friends or couples who want to escape the rain for a few hours.

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Bowling

For an activity that promises plenty of fun and laughter, try a round of bowling in nearby Château-d’Oex! It’s the ideal place for friends and family to gather and spice up a rainy day with a game. Forget the scores – it’s all about the fun factor here!

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The museum is an old Saanenhaus. The ground floor is white brick, the next two floors are built with old wood. The windows are small and have — Museum from the outside evening

Old kitchen with a fireplace and a wooden table in the Museum of the Countryside in Saanen. — Get interesting information about the Saanenland.

A white Saanen goat and two herdsmen stand together. On the right-hand side, pitchforks hang on the wall — Goat with two herdsmen

An old schoolroom is set up. Three children are sitting at their wooden desks and one pupil is standing at the number board. The teacher stands at the front. Everyone is wearing old clothes. — Schoolroom in the old days

Museum der Landschaft Saanen (Museum of the Saanen Countryside)

Immerse yourself in the history of the region and discover what life was like here in the past. This museum in the heart of Saanen is a must-visit for those keen to learn something new about the region and its people. Traditional and historical artefacts and fascinating temporary exhibitions whisk you back in time and allow you to experience the local area from an entirely new perspective.

Museum Farmer with goat — Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus

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Maison Cailler

A trip to Maison Cailler is an absolute must for all chocolate lovers. Immerse yourself in the delectable world of chocolate-making and learn the secrets behind the famous Swiss chocolate. Of course, a guided tour of the factory ends with a delicious tasting that’s guaranteed to delight your senses!

Eight identical chocolates are arranged in a row on a black slate plate. There are seven different varieties: from nuts to black, white and brown truffles, and two varieties (white and yellow) with alcohol. One praline looks like a small round chocolate container filled with white chocolate mousse. — Chocolates

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Indoor fun with the Gstaad Card

With the Gstaad Card, you can take advantage of numerous discounts from your first overnight stay. Even in bad weather, the card offers a wide range of fantastic indoor activities that can be easily and conveniently booked in the online shop.