There is something magical about the tiny hamlets scattered across the mountainsides in Zermatt. These picturesque places, often made up of just 10 to 20 traditional wooden chalets, are home to seasonal restaurants that combine spectacular alpine views with delicious local cuisine.
After many visits to Zermatt, we’ve explored many of these charming mountainside spots reachable only by hiking or skiing. Whether you're soaking in the scenery or indulging in a pot of bubbly cheese fondue, each restaurant feels like a well-earned reward.
We list our 7 favourite mountain restaurants in Zermatt, each worth the journey for their unique charm, setting, and cuisine.
Best Zermatt Restaurants on the Mountain
1. Chez Vrony: best for an alpine-chic setting with Matterhorn views 2. Findlerhof: best for a cozy setting with Matterhorn views 3. Restaurant Zum See: best for gourmet cuisine 4. Bergrestaurant Blatten: best for an apero 5. Edelweiss Zermatt: best for cliffside views 6. Restaurant Z'mutt: best to hike to 7. Restaurant Ried: best to bike to |
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7 Superb Mountain Restaurants in Zermatt
1. Chez Vrony: best for an alpine-chic setting with Matterhorn views
At 2,130m in the charming Findeln hamlet, Chez Vrony is a Zermatt icon for its local cuisine, Matterhorn views and alpine-chic design. This buzzy spot is recognized by the Michelin Guide.
In the warmer months, Chez Vrony’s expansive terrace is an idyllic place to rest your feet during a hike. Order a crisp salad or one of their local beef specialties and pair it with a refreshing glass of Swiss white.
✔️ Top Tip: we recommend combining the 5 Lakes Trail hike with lunch at Chez Vrony.
In winter, the scene transforms into a cozy mountainside refuge. After your run down Slope 6, unclip your skis and warm up with their bubbly cheese fondue or a hearty rösti on the terrace. Blankets and heaters keep you snug, so you can take in the incredible Matterhorn vistas and enjoy the apres-ski atmosphere.
We always order their cheese fondue and pair it with a Heida (Swiss white wine).
How to get to Chez Vrony from Zermatt village:
🥾 By hiking: take the funicular to Sunnegga Station and follow signs for Findeln. It's about a 20 minute walk downhill.
⛷️ By skiing: Ski down Findeln Slope 6 from Sunnegga Station.
2. Findlerhof: best for a cozy setting with Matterhorn views
If you’re skiing or hiking in Sunnegga and want to switch it up from Chez Vrony, Findlerhof is another fantastic option, just a 7-minute walk further downhill.
Recognized by Gault & Millau, Findlerhof offers a cozy, down-to-earth charm compared to Chez Vrony’s chic après-ski atmosphere. On a clear day, you’ll be treated to spectacular Matterhorn views.
3. Restaurant Zum See: best for gourmet cuisine
Nestled between the mountains in the Zum See hamlet, this culinary gem located in a 350 year old chalet is known for its fresh, gourmet dishes and alpine charm. Although you won't have Matterhorn views from your table, the peaceful, local feel of the hamlet more than makes up for it.
Recognized in the Michelin Guide, it's one of the region's best. Their venison with spätzle and chanterelle sauce was incredible.
How to get to Zum See Restaurant from Zermatt village:
Take the gondola to Furi Station and hike about 10 minutes downhill to the hamlet. After lunch, we recommend continuing your leisurely hike downhill for about 25 minutes to reach Zermatt village.
4. Bergrestaurant Blatten: best for an apero
Just an 8-minute walk downhill from Restaurant Zum See, Bergrestaurant Blatten is a fun spot for an apero in Blatten hamlet. Watch the Furi gondola pass overhead as you sip on one of their flavoured spritzes and enjoy the sun on their spacious patio.
They offer traditional dishes year round and fresh salads from their garden in summer.
How to get to Bergrestaurant Blatten from Zermatt village:
Take the gondola to Furi Station and walk downhill for about 15 minutes to reach Blatten. After lunch at Bergrestaruant Blatten, continue walking downhill for about 20 minutes to reach Zermatt village.
✔️ Top Tip: do a mountainside restaurant crawl by starting at Zum See Restaurant and stopping at Bergrestaurant Blatten on your way back down to Zermatt.
5. Edelweiss Zermatt: best for cliffside views
Perched on a cliff with a bird's-eye view of Zermatt village and the valley below, Edelweiss Restaurant is a hidden gem. It’s a nice spot off the beaten path for those looking to hike directly from the village. The highlight? Eating their homemade carrot cake.
How to get to Edelweiss from Zermatt Village:
From the Omnia Hotel, head straight up the mountain. See the route here. The hike to Edelweiss Zermatt takes between 45 minutes - 1 hour with an elevation gain of 336 meters.
6. Restaurant Z'mutt: best to hike to
Zmutt is a charming hamlet surrounded by classic Swiss green meadows, making it an idyllic spot to pause during a hike. We always stop at Restaurant Z’mutt for a relaxed lunch. Grab a cold lemonade or beer, dig into a hearty rösti, and recharge before heading back out on the trails.
🥾 Two hiking options to Zmutt:
- Take the gondola to Furi station and hike from there to Zmutt. After lunch, head down the mountain to Zermatt Village, passing Zum See and Blatten on the way. See the route.
- Hike up to Edelweiss for your first stop and then crest the cliff for stunning views of the Matterhorn as you make your way down to Zmutt village. See the route. See the route.
7. Restaurant Ried: best to bike to
Ried offers a unique vantage point of Zermatt, with sweeping views south down the valley and the Matterhorn rising majestically in the distance. Located along a biking path, it’s a great spot to stop for lunch if you're riding mountain bikes or kick bikes.
We sat on the cozy terrace of the wooden chalet and ordered the spätzle with chanterelle sauce. It was delicious! The disco music playing in the background added a fun, unexpected touch to the relaxed mountain setting.
We hope you enjoyed these 7 mountain restaurants in Zermatt!
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