The balcony of the Dents Blanches
A hotel-restaurant perched facing the Ruan glacier. An open-sky terrace, Aperol in the sun, and the view as your only horizon.In the midst of the slopes of Champéry and the Portes du Soleil, skis on. A sunny break on the terrace, facing the snow-capped Dents Blanches.
A seat above the world
Between Champéry and Les Crosets, among alpine pastures in summer and ski slopes in winter, Le Chaudron offers the highest-perched table in the Dents du Midi region. Generous alpine cuisine, an open-sky terrace, and the Ruan glacier on the horizon.
After the effort, the reward
Whether after a hike, a mountain-bike ride or a gentle stroll from the cable-car top station, the terrace welcomes you with open arms: a fresh summer salad, a traditional dish, a glâriarde or our signature menu — legs at rest and the Dents Blanches as your only horizon. The finest balcony in the valley, at 1818 m.Whether after a ski run, a snowshoe outing or a day on the slopes of the Portes du Soleil, the terrace welcomes you with open arms: a mulled wine, a bubbling fondue or a slice of homemade tart — legs at rest and the snow-capped Dents Blanches as your only horizon. The finest balcony in the valley, at 1818 m.
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Cuisine with a face
From AOP alpine cheese to mushrooms gathered by the patron, our partners are our neighbours — and often families.
Everything, under the same roof
The Table
Alpine cuisine and brasserie pleasures. Summer menu, festive menus and our signature menu to discover.
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Three must-have offers
Three ways to experience Le Chaudron at 1818 m — an all-inclusive experience, a quiet midweek and a tribe spirit.Three stays to experience the snow — from your first run to a week at the top.
Alpine experience & relaxation
2 nights, raclette on the first evening and signature menu on the second, Illiez Card included.
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Midweek −30%
Sunday to Friday, 2 nights minimum: the refuge at its quietest and the trails deserted. E-bike CHF 35 / day.
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Tribe Getaway
Le Chaudron all to yourselves: from 10 up to 40 people. We organise, you enjoy.
Discover the offer →2-day ski discovery
Two nights at the foot of the slopes, Portes du Soleil ski pass, Chef’s dinner and direct ski-in access to the area.
Discover the offer →The week of skiing pleasure
Seven nights half-board, 6-day ski pass, 650 km of slopes and après-ski on the terrace facing the panorama.
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The trip with friends
Tribe room or apartment, refuge atmosphere, all-you-can-eat fondue & raclette and attractive group rates.
Discover the offer →Your big days, facing the peaks
Birthdays, family celebrations, banquets or weddings: Le Chaudron can be booked exclusively for unforgettable moments, at 1818 m.
Birthdays
Blow out your candles facing the Dents Blanches: group meals, a convivial room and homemade cake.
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Celebrations & banquets
Family meals, company parties, christenings: bespoke menus from the Chef and a panoramic terrace.
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Weddings
Say “I do” at 1818 m: exclusive use of the refuge, on-site accommodation and a breathtaking view.
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For a meal or for a stay — book direct, always at the best rate.