Imagine an evening wrapped in the serene silence of the mountains, under a starlit sky, as you ascend toward a unique dining experience amidst the snow-covered beauty of Val d’Ayas.
How It Works
With the evening openings of the Crest gondola lift, you can savor the thrill of dining at mountain refuges and restaurants directly on the slopes. Some venues are conveniently located at the lift’s arrival point, while others offer a touch of adventure—short walks or exciting snowcat rides to reach your destination.
Where to Dine
Rifugio Vieux Crest (1938m): Located in the historic Walser village of Crest, this refuge is reachable via the cable car plus a 5-minute walk.
📞 Tel. +39 0125 307983 / +39 339 1296345
📧 Email info@refugevieuxcrest.comRistorante Tavola Calda Crest: Open only by reservation. Accessible by cable car.
📞 Tel. +39 348 5204800
📧 Email lespleiades1@virgilio.itRistorante Edelweiss: Reservation required. Accessible by cable car.
📞 Tel. +39 347 5174777
📧 Email edelweiss.ayas@hotmail.itRistorante L’Aroula: Accessible via cable car plus a 20-minute walk or by snowmobile provided by the management.
📞 Tel. +39 347 0188095 / +39 349 3611242
📧 Email info@aroula.itBaita Belvedere: Accessible via cable car and then by Monterosa Ski’s snowcat or snowmobile.
📞 Tel. +39 392 5708015
📧 Email booking@rifugiobelvedere.com
🌐 Website www.rifugiobelvedere.itRistorante Novez: Accessible via cable car plus a 10-minute walk.
📞 Tel. +39 349 2279800
📧 Email info@novez.itFrantze, Le Rascard 1721: Open only on Saturday evenings. Accessible via cable car plus a 10-minute walk.
📞 Tel. +39 0125 941065
📧 Email info@frantze.it
Evening openings of the Frachey-Ciarcerio funicular
Evening rides of the Frachey-Ciarcerio funicular are also available on request for:
Ristorante Taconet: Reservation required.
🌐 Website https://taconet-rifugio-paradisia.comTavola Calda Le Soleil: Reservation required.
📞 Tel. +39 333 3271882Ristorante La Mandria: Reservation required. Accessible by funicular and snowcat.
📞 Tel. +39 347 8293219
Tradition meets nature
Nestled in the village of Mascognaz at 1,822 meters, Lo Pejo offers an authentic mountain dining experience. Reachable with a one-hour snowshoe hike or by paid snowmobile or off-road vehicle service.
📞 Tel. +39 338 7295708
📧 Email info@hotelleriedemascognaz.com
For the adventurous
If you prefer to hike, head to Rifugio Ferraro in the quaint village of Résy at 2000 meters. Open on Friday and Saturday evenings, this refuge offers a cozy ambiance and traditional cuisine after a one-hour snowshoe trek.
📞 Tel. +39 346 3597480 / +39 328 3285050
📧 Email info@rifugioferraro.it
Discover the unique charm of dining at altitude in Val d’Ayas and immerse yourself in an unforgettable mountain experience.