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Read MoreAcood
Each piece at this tiny seamstress shop—from shirts and skirts to wedding dresses—is custom made. Shoppers will delight in the displays of delicate, feminine designs on mannequins and stacks of silk and linen fabrics, plus pins and antique measuring tape....
Read MoreAntonella Boutique
This store specializes in cashmere clothes and accessories for women—sweaters, scarves, coats, and even leggings—but also carries shoes, lingerie and jewelry.
Read MoreAUER Chocolatier SA
One of many reputed chocolate shops in Geneva, AUER's chocolate counter almost always has a line. Best known for its chocolate covered almonds—which certainly live up to the hype—AUER has a wide selection of truffles and gift boxes as well....
Read MoreBeyer Watches and Jewelry
The oldest watch store in Switzerland (it was founded in 1760) offers premium Swiss and international brands and sells watches, antique clocks and exclusive jewelry. The basement houses a museum that holds some 250 exhibits dating from 1400 B.C. to...
Read MoreBoîte à Chocolat
Boît à Chocolat is a small chocolate and ice cream store with a tearoom and bar just down from the train station. They offer a large selection of Swiss chocolate and even stay open in the winter into the evening,...
Read MoreBuure-Metzg
This adorable butchery sells all local meats, fresh and cured and is worth a look, even if you don’t plan on cooking while in Gstaad. It is located just behind the Promenade.
Read MoreEarly Beck
The best spot for chocolate and baked goods has stood in the heart of Gstaad village since 1910. Delectable local specialties include Gstaad nut cake and Pavés de Gstaad.
Read MoreenSoie
This quirky concept shop displays racks of punchy, printed silk skirts, dresses, eveningwear and accessories fit for a posh Parisian. EnSoie’s scarves have been likened to a younger, cooler version of Hermes’ iconic accessory. The ceiling-high stacks of handmade pottery...
Read MoreFraugerold
Frau Gerods Garten is an urban oasis in the heart of trendy Zurich West. This cool hangout has several shops selling local fashion labels and art as well as a vegetable garden and outdoor restaurant and café.
Read MoreFreitag
The Freitag flagship store is located in the iconic former Maag cogwheel factory in Zurich West. The internationally renowned brand transforms recycled materials, including truck tarpaulins, old safety belts, air bags and bicycle tires into functional, waterproof bags available in...
Read MoreFuchs Bakery
Family-owned Fuchs, which has three locations in Zermatt, bakes all of its traditional Swiss breads and pastries on site; perfect for a light lunch on a hike or a breakfast treat while exploring the town and surrounding area.
Read MoreHausweberei
Located on the main square in Saanen, this is the best place to shop for locally made handcrafts such as wooden toys, decoupage, and pottery. But the main attraction is the hand woven rugs (“weberei” translates to weaving.) If you...
Read MoreHelvetiaplatz-Markt
Early risers are rewarded on Tuesdays and Fridays with a morning walk through this produce market. Brisk air is met with the aromas of fresh fruit, vegetables, seedlings, locally made cheeses and seasonal flowers.
Read MoreInitium
Initium offers customizable make-your-own watch workshops, which teach the ins and outs of mechanical watches while you make your own timepiece to take home. The multiple workshop types allow for kids to participate too, making Initium a great family activity.
Read MoreJosi Cheese and Wine
Located across from the Mont Cervin Palace and next to the Alpine Center, Josi Cheese and Wine has a wide array of gourmet products available, which guests can try during their weekly tastings. Stop here for a bottle of wine...
Read MoreJulen Sport
The best selection of short- and long-term ski rentals in town can be found in the basement of Julen Sports store. The store sells some of the most trusted brands, and in the summer, they also carry hiking shoes, tennis...
Read MoreLa Chocolatiere
Throughout her childhood in Lausanne, Switzerland, Mercedes Assal was drawn into La Chocolatiere by the aromas of freshly melted chocolate, toasted nuts and perfectly spiced fruits. When founding chocolate maker Jean-Claude Currant announced that he planned to close La Chocolatiere, entrepreneurial Mercedes...
Read MoreLe Caveau au Bacchus
This wine store in downtown Gstaad has a great selection of wines, including bottles that will run you at least 2,000 chf.
Read MoreLe Majordome
Le Majordome takes classic shoes and modernizes them for the 21st century. Precise foot measurements are taken and stored in Le Majordome's database, meaning customers can have any shoes made to order at any time.
Read MoreLes Ambassadeurs
In a country known for its timeliness and top-notch timepieces, shopping in Zurich is incomplete without a stop in Les Ambassadeurs, the best pre-owned and new watch shop in the city.
Read MoreLorenz Bach
With multiple stores in and around Gstaad town carrying a trendy selection of international luxury brands, Lorenz Bach is where to look for the latest alpine-chic fashions.
Read MoreLoro Piana
Italian cashmere is impeccably organized by shape and color at this timeless shop on Bahnhofstrausse that sells coats and upscale wardrobe staples.
Read MoreMarti Interiors
A great place to look for home goods, Marti offers everything from warm and cozy throw-blankets and pillows to bathroom and kitchen accessories.
Read MoreMilchmanufaktur Einsiedeln
This cheese paradise offers countless specialties from all over Switzerland. Visitors may dine on traditional local cuisine in the restaurant or pick up fresh products like milk, cheese, meats and daily baked bread. The cheese makers are on location and...
Read MoreMolkerei Gstaad
In addition to an incredible cheese counter featuring locally made and traditionally aged cheeses, this fine foods store in downtown Gstaad has a good selection of grab-and-go essentials like wine, crackers, yogurts, soft drinks, and sweets.
Read MorePernet Comestibles
The extensive selection at Pernet Comestibles market defies its small town setting and the store is often referred to as the “Fauchon of Gstaad.” The wide range of high-quality gourmet goods includes teas, coffees, jams, chocolates, and wine. The fresh...
Read MorePredigergasse
Jewelry stores, ceramic boutiques and bookshops are tucked into this cobblestone street located at the edge of the Old Town. Predigergasse looks as though it has barely changed in centuries, but many modern designers and shops line the street.
Read MoreSchwarzenbach
This specialty store has been trading in the Niederdorf district for over 100 years. The huge variety of tea, coffee, dried fruits and pasta are sold by weight and after shopping, many locals head to the tea/coffee shop of the...
Courtesy SEPRead MoreSEP Carouge
A quaint boutique in Carouge (considered to be the “Greenwich Village of Geneva”), SEP, which stands for Social Enterprise Project, was created with the mission to aid women refugees in the Middle East. Every piece in the store, from the...
Read MoreSilver Sport Ski Store
This sport store (also owned by Lorenz Bach) sells and rents ski gear and equipment in an old converted chalet in Rougemont. (There is another location in the Park Hotel).
Read MoreSprungli
This renowned confectionery, best know for its signature macarons “Luxemburgerli,” was founded in Zurich in 1836 and smells almost as good as its offerings taste. The store offers more than 2,000 tempting options to satisfy cravings both sweet and savory....
Read MoreSweetzerland Chocolate
For some of the best artisanal truffles and pralines in Geneva, Sweetzerland Chocolate is the place to go. Every chocolate is handmade with organic, sustainably sourced ingredients, and they are melt-in-your-mouth delicious—especially the pistachio praline. Boxes are beautifully designed with...
Read MoreTrois Pommes
This upscale boutique, which has branches in Zurich, Basel, and St. Moritz, carries a great selection of brands such as Alaia, Balmain, McQueen, and Miu Miu. This is the perfect place to get decked-out for a night on the town.
Read MoreViadukt
A formerly dilapidated row of warehouses in Zurich West (15 minutes from the city center) has been reincarnated as the center of Zurich’s budding creative culture. The graffiti-laden archways of a former railway viaduct house lifestyle shops, cutting edge fashion...
Read MoreVollenweider Chocolatier Confiseur
This chocolatier is one of Switzerland’s best traditional chocolate makers. Employing centuries-old craftsmanship, Vollenweider follows time-tested recipes to create handmade delicacies that are arguably the best in Zurich (which, considering the competition, is quite a feat).
