The gas cooktop combines safety aspects with an aesthetical approach. This is manifest in the use of advanced gas technology, fully electronic ignition, automatic re-ignition and a gas-stop safety switch, and also in the cast iron continuous pan supports with their filigree fingers that guarantee safe handling of cooking utensils. Flush metal trims at the sides and front encase the ceramic glass surface which is highly scratch-resistant and guarantees ease of cleaning. The harmonious overall picture is rounded off by equally exclusive metallic controls.