Lifestyle

Investing In Alps, Health And Wealth

November 2, 2021

THE PANDEMIC HAS CHANGED THE WAY WE VIEW OUR LIVES, PUTTING A SPOTLIGHT ON HEALTH AND WELLNESS IN EVERYTHING WE DO AND EVEN THE VENTURES WE INVEST IN.

Lying in the heart of the Swiss Alps is Andermatt, a charming mountain village that offers a diverse range of activities during both summer and wintertime. Andermatt Swiss Alps is a real estate company that has been putting the village back on the tourism maps through promoting the impressive views, fulfilling activities and the residential properties in the picturesque area. Lockdowns and quarantines have reminded us of how important home and connectivity is. Andermatt Swiss Alps offers just that – a sense of home and an avenue to stay in touch with nature and our loved ones. Undoubtedly, it’s a beautiful location. But is investing in it the right move for you? Assuming you are not in the vicinity of the snowy caps of the Swiss Alps, what’s in it for you? Russell Collins, the Head of Sales for Andermatt Swiss Alps, knows the answer. As an experienced international real estate professional, he’s well-versed in the potential of Asian clients investing in Swiss real estate.

Let’s talk numbers first: According to Collins, buyers can expect an annual return of circa 3% by placing their units with Andermatt Swiss Alps in the rental program. Not experienced in renting out properties in Switzerland? No worries. They have an inhouse team that helps to manage and market the units so the owners can generate an income when not using the units. On a broader scale, though, Collins also says Switzerland is an appealing country for Asians to invest in due to the stability of the currency, tax advantages, good schools, the government, and the proximity to European capitals and major cities. Health is highly prioritized in the country and during the era of COVID-19, it has been commendable in protecting residents and guests alike through stringent measures, constant health monitoring and contact tracing. Furthermore, as a developing resort with new infrastructures and growing popularity, Collins reports that owners can expect capital gains of 5% per annum.

Andermatt Swiss Alps’ real estate portfolio includes Frame, Alma and Koya. Frame is a modern collection of one-bedroom and duplex studio apartments and features communal lounges and the dedicated spa and wellness area equipped with a Swedish spa, wellness facilities and an expansive courtyard. Alma, the exclusive residence that features 11 two and three-bedroom apartments, houses a spa and wellness area with a Finnish sauna and relaxation room. The latest launch, Koya, consists of 34 mezzanine Japanese-styled apartments with extensive shared amenities. The health and wellness features here include a private sauna, a relaxation room and a rain shower. Clearly, the Andermatt Swiss Alps are embracing the health and wellness trend.

Sustainability is also something that has become more and more significant in the past few years, so it’s definitely a plus that Switzerland is a global leader in sustainability. Andermatt Swiss Alps perpetuates that ethos, with sustainable initiatives including their dedication to be 100% carbon neutral by using renewable energy and their plastic-free mission that targets single-use plastics. Even Andermatt’s 18-hole par- 72 championship golf course is sustainably designed and operated, boasting a globally recognised GEO certification.

This idyllic town might seem a far cry from the hustle and bustle of your daily life on the other side of the globe, but perhaps it is the contrast in lifestyle that makes it an intriguing prospect. If you’re interested in investing in a beautiful location that wholly embraces health, wellness and sustainability, Andermatt Swiss Alps is definitely worth your consideration.

For more information please visit www.andermatt-swissalps.ch/en