BUYING PROPERTY IN THE SWISS ALPS

Switzerland has always been a challenging market for international buyers, with a very different buying culture. Add to this the varied regulations and restrictions between individual cantons and it can be difficult to secure and buy Swiss property. A fixed number of permits are issued annually to each canton for purchases by foreign buyers. Some cantons further limit the ability of foreign buyers to purchase property. Although purchase by foreign buyers is strictly controlled, it is still possible.

Through our understanding of the restrictions Aspect International is able to advise foreign buyers of the opportunities open to them across Switzerland.

LOCATIONS IN THE SWISS ALPS

• Crans Montana
Located on a south-facing plateau above the Rhone valley, Crans Montana is known for sunny skiing and excellent golf.

• Flims Laax
A Swiss favourite, the charming villages of Flims Laax are beginning to appeal to international buyers as well.

• Grindelwald
A quintessential Swiss village close to the famous Jungfrau and Eiger peaks and the beautiful lakes of Interlaken.

• Gstaad
Chosen by the rich and famous for their mountain holidays, Gstaad's property prices attract an understandable premium.

• Klosters
A long-standing favourite among discerning skiers, the village of Klosters retains a traditional charm.

• Saas Fee
One of the few truly year-round ski resorts, demand is high for quality chalets in the pretty village of Saas Fee.

• Verbier
Luxury chalets are still sought after in Switzerland's most exclusive ski resort, known for its extensive ski area and sophisticated nightlife.

• Villars
The closest major ski resort to Geneva, Villars offers attractive investment opportunities to foreign buyers.

• Zermatt
Property opportunities for foreign buyers are limited in the internationally renowned village of Zermatt.

Aspect International can also advise interested buyers of the property opportunities in lesser known Swiss ski resorts.

• Andermatt
Andermatt in central Switzerland will soon undergo a transformation under a planned redevelopment project.

• Chateau d'Oex
Chateau d'Oex shares the same ski area as Gstaad and offers a lower-key alternative.

• Engelberg
Central Switzerland's largest ski resort, Engelberg's charms include a traditional village and extensive ski area.

• Grimentz
The leading ski resort in the Val d'Anniviers, Grimentz combines traditional village charm with a challenging ski area.

• Gryon-Barbouleuse
Located close to the more famous ski resort of Villars, Gryon-Barbouleuse is gaining attention as an attractive base for ski enthusiasts.

• Morgins
One of the Swiss ski resorts in the Portes du Soleil, Morgins is a local favourite with easy access from Geneva.