Dining in Valais
Valais is known for its rich food culture. Raclette, fondue, Valais Teller (a platter of dried meat, cheese and pickles) and rösti are the classics that taste best here.
As owners of LuxLax, Louk and Marjolein know the area like no other. Below are their personal recommendations for the best restaurants in the Aletsch Arena.
Valais specialities
- Raclette – melted cheese over potatoes
- Fondue – cheese fondue or meat fondue
- Valais Teller – dried meat & cheese
- Rösti – fried potato cake
- Zwetschgenkuchen – plum tart
- Cholera
- Hay soup
Practical info
Payment
Swiss francs (CHF). Credit or debit card accepted almost everywhere. Sometimes cash only. Tip not mandatory but appreciated (5–10%).
Parking
With coins or the EasyPark app. Swiss residents can pay with Twint.
Reservations
Always book in advance during peak season (Christmas, February, summer). Mountain restaurants can fill up in good weather.
Opening hours
Village restaurants: 11:30–14:00 and 18:00–21:30. Mountain restaurants: 10:00–17:00 (seasonal).
Our recommendations
Italian restaurant Bellevue
Lax, 1.00o m
Excellent and friendly Italian restaurant/pizzeria. Many Italian dishes and of course outstanding pizzas. Highly recommended.
Bergrestaurant Fiescheralp
Fiescheralp, 2.212 m
Directly on the slope. Ideal for lunch during skiing or hiking. Large selfie-friendly wooden terraces. White sausage, rösti and hot chocolate.
Restaurant Alpenblick
Ernen, 3 km
In the historic village centre of Ernen. Seasonal menu with products from local farmers. Terrace on the medieval village square. Excellent for a romantic dinner.
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