How does Lauenen differ from Saanen/Gstaad?

Lauenen is the smallest and quietest municipality in the Saanenland - an old-money refuge for families who prioritise discretion over visibility. It is 15 minutes from Gstaad, with the Lake Lauenen nature reserve.

What do chalets cost in Lauenen?

The median is CHF 22,000/m2. The Lake Lauenen location reaches CHF 24,000-32,000/m2 - lower than the village of Gstaad owing to the smaller market, but with a heritage premium.

Can foreign nationals buy in Lauenen?

Lauenen has Lex Koller resort status. Quotas are tight but less contested than in Gstaad itself - off-market brokerage eases access.

What is the tax rate in Lauenen?

The tax rate is 168% (typical for the Saanenland). Bernese Oberland lump-sum taxation is possible.

Real Estate in Lauenen: Buy, Sell, Value

CHF 22'000Median/m² (villa)

CHF 17'500Median/m² (apt.)

↗ +4.5%Price trend YoY

Why Lauenen?

An old-money refuge - the smallest and quietest municipality in the Saanenland
Lake Lauenen as a nature reserve
Lex Koller resort status
Authentic Bernese Oberland atmosphere
Micro-locations Lauenen village and Lake Lauenen, CHF 22-30k/m2

Market data Lauenen (Q1 2026)

The property market in Lauenen shows a rising trend, with prices up 4.5% year-on-year. Villas and detached houses trade at a median of CHF 22'000/m², apartments at CHF 17'500/m².

Taxes in Lauenen

Municipal tax rate: 168%
Property transfer tax (buyer): 1.8%
Imputed rental value factor: 70% of market rental value

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Location & infrastructure

Public transport: PostBus from Gstaad (15 min.)
Distance to lake: 200m
Schools: Le Rosey winter campus Gstaad (15 min.)

Micro-locations in Lauenen

Lauenen is divided into several neighbourhoods and districts with distinct characteristics:

Lauenen-Dorf

The village of Lauenen is the smallest and most exclusive village in the Saanenland, with old-money heritage chalets.

Features: Authentic mountain village · Heritage chalets · Old money

Premium price range: CHF 22'000–30'000/m²

Lauenensee-Lage

The Lake Lauenen location by the nature reserve is the Saanenland's most exclusive natural address, with a limited number of premium chalets.

Features: Lake Lauenen · Nature reserve · Premium chalets

Premium price range: CHF 24'000–32'000/m²

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Frequently asked questions about Lauenen

How does Lauenen differ from Saanen/Gstaad?: Lauenen is the smallest and quietest municipality in the Saanenland - an old-money refuge for families who prioritise discretion over visibility. It is 15 minutes from Gstaad, with the Lake Lauenen nature reserve.
What do chalets cost in Lauenen?: The median is CHF 22,000/m2. The Lake Lauenen location reaches CHF 24,000-32,000/m2 - lower than the village of Gstaad owing to the smaller market, but with a heritage premium.
Can foreign nationals buy in Lauenen?: Lauenen has Lex Koller resort status. Quotas are tight but less contested than in Gstaad itself - off-market brokerage eases access.
What is the tax rate in Lauenen?: The tax rate is 168% (typical for the Saanenland). Bernese Oberland lump-sum taxation is possible.

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Source: IAZI, Wüest Partner, FSO, FSO municipality profile, cantonal tax authority. Average values Q1 2026. Not an individual valuation.