Getting there
flying from the us
Flights to Geneva are ideal as it is the closest airport to Gstaad. It will take 2h00 to get to Gstaad by car.
Zürich is the second closest airport with most international flights. It will take 2h45 to get to Gstaad by car.
flying from bolivia
Option A: We recommend flying from Santa Cruz to Sao Paulo, Brazil, to then take a direct flight to Geneva or Zürich, subject to availability.
Option B: For a more straightforward route, we recommend flying from Santa Cruz to Madrid, Spain followed by a direct flight from Madrid to Geneva or Zürich subject to flight availability.
by train
You can easily take the train from Geneva or Zürich up to Gstaad. The Gstaad train station is located 5 minutes from the Palace. Should you wish to organize a pick-up, please let us know.
For timetables and tickets please refer to: www.sbb.ch
For an added twist to your trip, consider taking The Belle Époque train from Montreux to Gstaad. This vintage-style train offers a nostalgic travel experience, with elegantly restored carriages that recall the early 20th century. The combination of historical charm and breathtaking landscapes makes this journey both adventurous and memorable.
For timetables and tickets please refer to: www.journey.mob.ch
by car
From Geneva it will be 152km from the airport or 2h00 drive to the beautiful town of Gstaad depending on traffic. It is a scenic journey through some of Switzerland’s most picturesque landscapes.
Starting along the shores of Lake Geneva before transitioning to gentle hills and charming Swiss villages. As you approach Gstaad, the terrain becomes more mountainous, though the roads remain smooth and easy to navigate.
From Zürich it will be 207km from the airport or 3h00 drive to Gstaad. The scenic route remains as you head southwest you will drive by small towns and a beautiful landscape. As you approach Bern, you will take the A12 motorway, which will take you further into the Bernese Oberland region.
Overall, it’s a straightforward drive with a gradual shift from urban to rural and alpine scenery.