July 05, 2026
The Gstaad Yacht Club is proud to celebrate an exceptional period of international success, with outstanding performances from both its Olympic campaign and youth sailing programmes. From a historic victory at Kiel Week to a world-class performance at the Optimist World Championship, the Club's sailors continue to demonstrate excellence on the international stage. Joshua Richner and Nilo Schärer (Gstaad Yacht Club / Thunersee-Yachtclub) have achieved a major milestone in their sailing careers by winning the 49er class at Kiel Week 2026.
June 01, 2026
Strong performance for one of Gstaad Yacht Club Racing Team members at the Formula Kite World Championships in Viana do Castelo (Portugal): Elena Lengwiler won the bronze medal, securing one of the major highlights from the Swiss Sailing Team’s perspective
March 12, 2026
The GYC Interclub Ski & Yachting returned in 2026 with one of the strongest editions of recent years, celebrating the event’s 25th anniversary. Over the past quarter century, this unique gathering has brought together sailors from leading yacht clubs to share a passion for both the mountains and the sea. Since its creation, the event has welcomed an impressive 1,676 participants, making it one of the most distinctive traditions on the international yacht club calendar.
January 24, 2026
On Thursday, 22nd January 2026, the Gstaad Yacht Club welcomed its members and guests from leading European yacht clubs gathered for an exceptional evening dedicated to yachting heritage, highlighted by a remarkable presentation from William Collier, one of the world’s foremost historians of classic yachts and maritime archives.
January 23, 2026
One of the intellectual highlights at the beginning of the year was a talk by Swiss ski legend Dominic Perret at the Gstaad Yacht Club. Internationally recognised for his pioneering achievements in extreme skiing, Perret offered insights into his nearly three-decade-long career, placing the emphasis not on records, but on values, education and responsibility.
January 13, 2026
GYC has launched the year with momentum and clarity, reaffirming its position as a leading institution where sport, culture, and community converge. The opening weeks of the year have been marked by significant milestones, from a successful Annual General Meeting and international sporting recognition to landmark cultural events and promising previews of what lies ahead.
December 02, 2025
The GYC international network is constantly growing.
October 16, 2025
The sailing season continues for several GYC Members, including Dona Bertarelli, who remains deeply involved in the Sails of Change 8 and 10 projects.
October 01, 2025
Closing the season in style, the Gstaad Yacht Club once again brought a touch of Swiss flair and traditional yachting elegance to the south of France during Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, celebrating the 14th edition of the Centenary Trophy and strengthening its ties within the international sailing community.
September 26, 2025
Gstaad, September 22, 2025 – This summer, the Gstaad Yacht Club (GYC) once again hosted its popular youth program – now firmly established on the calendar under the name Kids Sailing Weekends.