This easy route starts at the sports centre in Gstaad or at the train station in Saanen. The trail is relatively flat with a difference of only 70 vertical metres. The trail is well signposted with the Helsana Trail signage in a clockwise direction. On the way you can enjoy captivating panoramic views. Here, surrounded by lush green fields and meadows, with a stunning mountain backdrop on the horizon, Mother Nature grants each and every wish.

Wonderful Trail Run from Gstaad to Lauenensee
This signposted Trail Running route starts right by the Wispile valley station and takes you up to the Wispile. Following the route of the Wispile gondola lift, the trail first runs up to the Bodme middle station and then on to the Wispile mountain station and restaurant. If the initial metres upwards are too strenuous for you, you can take the lift from Gstaad to the Wispile. If you wish, you can take a break at the Wispile mountain restaurant and enjoy the superb views. Follow always the highest point of the ridge and enjoy the great view over the Saanenland. At Chrinetritt the path goes steeply downhill to Chrinepass (1659 m). Once there you have another ascent of about 100 meters in altitude and you finally reach the trail in direction Lake Lauenen (1381 m). On the downhill hiking trail you arrive at the nature reserve of Lake Lauenen. The bus takes you back to Gstaad. You may also walk to Lauenen village (1241 m) and take the bus there.
Notes: You can shorten this route if you wish: Gstaad-Wispile gondola or vice versa (Please note the operating hours for the mountain railways).
It is also possible to extend this route: Lauenen-Gstaad or vice versa.
If going from or to Lauenen please note the bus timetable.
The route is not continuously signposted. Follow the signposts to Lake Lauenen/Lauenen.

Very worthwhile, but very challenging trail with scenic beauty and botanical variety.
Start your trail run at the Gstaad promenade. First, follow the signs for Bissen / Wasserngrat valley station. From the Wasserngrat valley station the Trail Run no. 25 is signposted. The next three kilometres take you steeply uphill. You have the option of stopping off at the Wasserngrat mountain restaurant to enjoy the amazing view of the mountains. After this it is time to cross what is the centrepiece of this trail, a rather narrow and exposed ridge that runs from north to south. Although the exposed areas are secured with ropes, this tour is only suitable for sure-footed runners with a good head for heights. In wet weather, fog or snow this route should be avoided. At Turnelssattel turn left and proceed down towards Alp Turnels, the Wasserngrat valley station and Gstaad.
Tips: The trail can be shortened, so do note the operating times for the Wasserngrat chair lift.You can also extend this route: e.g. Alp Turnels-Giferspitz-Turbach-Gstaad or Turnelssattel-Türli-Lauenen or Turbach-Gstaad.