Gstaad walking paradise

The ascent of Mt. Rinderberg (2,004 m) can be enjoyed in the comfort of a gondola lift from Zweisimmen. From the mountain station, the walk predominantly leads downwards into Simmental and to Ried in St. Stephan.

In Lengebrand, the well-known Chemistube invites you to enjoy a delightful meal.

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This easy high-altitude walk offers breath-taking views of the Bernese Alps and is especially suitable for families and seniors, as the steepest climbs can easily be mastered by cable car. The route takes you past the Hornberg and Hornfluh restaurants. The mountain inns also feature a playground. 

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Wispile is the right place for anyone wanting to learn more about traditional cheese-making. The cheese trail features new and interesting information boards. There is a petting zoo and a large new children’s playground by the mountain restaurant at Wispile.

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Walk over the Wispile mountain ridge and enjoy the breath-taking panoramic view over the Saanenland and the 3,000-metre peaks. The famous Lake Lauenen awaits you as a reward at the end of the trail. 

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The chairlift carries you easily from Schönried to Horneggli, where your walk begins. The Flower Trail (or “Blumenweg”) is an easy circular trail that takes you around the Hornfluh. Along the way, walkers will encounter green spleenwort – a kind of fern – along with many other fascinating plants. The route gives you an impression of just how many species bloom at an altitude of 1,800 metres above sea level. Those with less of an interest in the native flora can enjoy the magnificent views across the green Saanenland and the pristine Turbachtal Valley. To the north, the Gastlosen range can be seen, while the Wildstrubel and Wildhorn glaciated mountains dominate the southerly view. The best season for the walk is between late June and mid-September. 

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In Rougemont, take the gondola cableway up to La Videmanette. From the mountain station, you can enjoy the wonderful and far-reaching views of Rougemont and all the way to Pays d’Enhaut. In the opposite direction you can see the Bernese Alps, from the Wetterhorn to the Oldenhorn. The walk starts out virtually level for the first 800 metres before the steep descent towards Les Prax, later followed by the ascent back to the mountain station. Some or all of this route follows mountain walking trails. Sturdy mountain shoes are recommended. After your walk, treat yourself to a good meal at the mountain restaurant and enjoy the fantastic and far-reaching views of the Bernese and Vaud Alps. 

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