When mother-daughter duo Dr. Barbara and Charly Sturm want a break from working their skincare empire, there’s one place above all they search solace: Gstaad, Switzerland.

The idyllic village within the Swiss Alps is the place stealth-wealth means simplicity. Hermès and Brunello Cucinelli outposts could sit alongside the primary promenade on the town, however each August, farmers lead their bell-clad cows in a ceremony to rejoice the excessive summer season. Fondue is the consolation meals of alternative—particularly after an extended day snowboarding the slopes of Eggli or shoe-showing by means of the Turbach Valley. And, as you wander across the many picturesque alpine chalets, you’ll marvel if one way or the other you’ve discovered your self caught in a classic postcard. “Arriving in Gstaad is at all times very particular to me,” says Charly. “There’s a lovely power to the city and the encircling nature that I at all times discover soothing.”

So, Vogue requested the Sturms—who’ve lengthy had a household dwelling in Gstaad—to share their favourite resorts, eating places, and retailers within the beloved mountain city. Beneath, discover all their suggestions.

The place to Keep

Le Grand Bellevue is a should, with the spa providing Sturm facials and a few wonderful wellness therapies like pink gentle remedy, saunas, steam baths, and an ice fountain. It’s additionally a incredible place to remain when you have kids as a result of Lovell Camps have a bit of outpost there—they’ve a ravishing kindergarten they usually take your youngsters snowboarding each day. –Barbara

The Alpina is an extremely stylish, fashionable, but cozy resort with heaps to supply. In case you are on the lookout for a well being kick, their spa has all the fashionable wellness applied sciences and coverings you may want for. Their meals is scrumptious too, with some wonderful wholesome and nutritious choices. Within the evenings, I additionally love going to their foyer to get pleasure from a cocktail whereas listening to stay music. –Charly

The place to Eat

Lodge Olden’s charming restaurant is a spot you merely should go to while you’re in Gstaad. Every dish is scrumptious, however most individuals go there for the penne alla vodka. (Though my favourite is their extra traditional pasta dish generally known as scuié scuié—a easy however mouth-watering model of a pomodoro.) And I by no means go away with out having the crêpes Suzette*…* my candy tooth merely gained’t enable it! –Charly

When the solar is shining, I like going to Restaurant Sonnenhof which has probably the most lovely terrace with views of the encircling mountains of the Saanen area. It’s an awesome place for lunch with mates and the meals is so scrumptious and comforting—it’s meals for the soul. –Barbara

The Rössli in Feutersoey is a hidden gem. It has a comfy, pleasant ambiance, and when the climate is sweet, you’ll be able to sit out on the terrace whereas having fun with gorgeous views of the Alps. Their menu is extremely inventive and persistently modifications in accordance to what’s in season, which I like. Nonetheless, in addition they have their classics—which embrace a tremendous schnitzel or a scrumptious native trout. –Charly

La Fromagerie at Gstaad Palace is tremendous enjoyable. It has a standard and rustic setting. They provide a couple of various kinds of fondue, together with Champagne and truffle, in addition to my favourite: the Chinese language fondue. It has an easy-going, enjoyable ambiance—when you’ve eaten there, you’ll need to go repeatedly. –Barbara

What to Do (Different Than Ski)

Hike the Turbatchal Valley

If I’m not snowboarding as a result of the snow doesn’t allow, I prefer to go for lengthy walks. The Turbachtal Valley is one in every of my go-to spots to take action—or, I’ll stroll across the lake in Lauenen, which has probably the most lovely surroundings. –Charly

Store the Promenade 

Typically it’s enjoyable to go and do some purchasing while you’re in Gstaad, in any other case you’re at all times in sports activities garments! The Trois Pommes division retailer has some cool issues and I additionally prefer to go to Moncler for high-tech ski fits and jackets. Gstaad additionally has some nice galleries like Gagosian and Maddox—some mates of mine work there, so I’ll at all times cease by to see the brand new collections. –Barbara