Verbier Luxury Ski Chalets
Extensive skiing & off-piste, Verbier also boasts lively nightlife and some of the Alps finest luxury chalets.
Verbier is a blockbuster Alpine ski resort. Whether it is the fabulous mountain restaurants, breathtaking views, stupendous skiing or diverse après-ski and nightlife, you will feel like a superstar in your own big screen movie. The luxury ski chalets in Verbier are now rivalling Courchevel in the opulence stakes – it truly is a resort of excellence and excess. The short airport transfer time of 2 hours from Geneva, or less than an hour from Sion, are also an added attraction.
Dominated by the peaks of the Mont Gelé and Mont Fort, the 4 Vallées ski region spans over 400km of skiing, not to mention the endless off-piste and terrific black runs that are waiting to excite and test those up to the challenge. Linked to the other 4 Vallées resorts of La Tzoumaz, Veysonnaz and Nendaz, this is Switzerland’s largest ski area. What’s more, snow is guaranteed thanks to the area’s high altitude, helping to create a stunning winter wonderland environment.
With activities such as ski touring, heli-skiing, and off-piste skiing on world-renowned marked routes, the ski area lacks for nothing. But the joys of snow sports aren’t just for skiers and boarders – walking, snowshoe, and cross-country skiing trails also allow you to lose yourself in nature and on your own terms. For extra fun, take your family or friends on the longest sledge run in French-speaking Switzerland, in La Tzoumaz.
Where you ski in Verbier will depend entirely on your ability and experience. Les Moulins is the perfect run for children, boasting a kids’ club that is perfect for the young ones.
For older newcomers to the sport, the magnificent Les Esserts run is the best place to start, providing amazing views of the surrounding snow covered landscapes. The Mont Gélé is a hit with beginners and intermediates, although this area can get busy. If you want to improve than we recommend the Tortin, at an altitude of 2050m, which can be quieter and offers some fantastic red runs.
On the opposite side of the valley is the Bruson ski area. Accessed by 2 ski lifts from the centre of Verbier, this is another excellent area for intermediate skiers. With fewer crowds and a northeast facing aspect, the snow quality here is excellent and is definitely the go to place for off-piste skiers on a powder day. For intermediates, the Savoleyres area is excellent and provides a selection of red and blue runs; alongside the smaller resort of La Tzoumaz, it is the perfect location for visitors looking to gradually improve their skills.
Advanced skiers will be best tested on the Chassoure-Tortin run. The stunning Mont Gele summit is another excellent challenge, boasting a huge descent that will push even the most skilled to their limits. Verbier is one of the world’s best off-piste ski resorts, with famous areas such as the Tortin, Mont Gélé, Chassoure plus many ungroomed former black pistes, best discovered with one of the many local mountain guides. Verbier is definitely a ski resort that needs to be visited at least once. The only problem is that after your first visit, you will be coming to come back season after season.
Resort details
Verbier
- Resort Altitude: 1500m
- Ski Elevation: 1080m - 3330m
- Ski Domain: Les 4 Vallées
Ski Slopes
- Pistes: 412km
- 39% Blue runs
- 44% Red runs
- 17% Black runs
Nearest Airports
- Sion (SIR): 45m / 55km
- Geneva (GVA): 2h / 180km
- Zurich (ZRH): 3h 10m / 283km
Resort Map
RESTAURANTS & NIGHTLIFE IN VERBIER
The Luxury Chalet Book guide to the best on-mountain and in-resort restaurants, bars and nightlife in Verbier.
A popular lunch spot for its incredible views, you can access Chez Dany by ski from Ruinettes. However, this is best advised for good skiers, or alternatively you can take a 20-minute marked walk through the trees instead. For evening meals, you can reach it by Skidoo from Carrefour and walking/sledging back down. The chefs serve you mountain and world cuisine with seasonal menus using fresh locally sourced and organic ingredients. Booking is essential.
A great lunch time stop to meet non-skiers as it is located at the top of the Medran lift towards the Ruinettes lift. Enjoy the largest terrace in Verbier, with stunning views while you tuck into their local and international dishes. Booking is advised for peak weeks, though there is also a self-service restaurant with a simpler menu.
📍 Le Dahu
This mountain restaurant located at the La Chaux lift is extremely popular for lunch. The friendly team will welcome you onto their beautiful terrace or you can keep warm inside their cosy restaurant. Enjoy local Swiss specialities, wood fired pizzas or their succulent rotisserie chicken. Booking is highly recommended for lunch.
If you are after a more relaxed atmosphere for lunch, this popular tipi restaurant is located just off the Siviez and Plan du Fou slopes. A popular restaurant where you order at the bar and pick your food up when your name is called. The menu has delicious burgers, huge baguette sandwiches and a selection of fondues. You can eat out on the different terraces and tables dotted around or inside the wonderful tipi.
Located just above the resort is the oldest dining restaurant in Verbier. Accessible by both skiers and non-skiers, this is a popular place for both lunch and evening meals with great views across the resort. Famous for their Swiss cuisine, their rosti’s are the best in Verbier, or enjoy their tender meats cooked on hot stones. Booking is advised.
Located at the top of Mont Fort with spectacular views of the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc, Jungfrau and Weisshorn peaks. This igloo restaurant offers a simple menu, serving fondue, sandwiches and sharing platters. Order your food at the bar and the friendly staff will bring it to your table while you take in the views. Booking advisable and you need to be able to ski a black run to ski direct from there.
📍 Le Rouge
Le Rouge bar is located on the upper floor of Le Rouge restaurant with a large terrace. An après bar that wants to transport you to Ibiza with the resident DJs getting you into the party mood after a great day on the ski slopes in Verbier.
📍 W Living Room and Cigar Lounge
Located on the Rue de Medran, a few steps away from the Medran gondola is the W Hotel. The W Living Room and Cigar Lounge is a popular bar for cocktails where the mixologists create Instagram worthy beverages whilst you enjoy the beats from the resident DJ. Should you enjoy a cigar they have a fine selection to choose from and you can relax on the comfy sofas or out on the terrace which has wonderful views.
After a visit to the famous Farinet Après-Ski bar you can see why it was voted the world’s best après-ski bar by Which?. With a daily happy hour and live bands every night of the week, the atmosphere will literally take the roof off! Dancing on the bar is compulsory as well as singing along at the top of your lungs to the great crowd-pleasing songs. After après you can enjoy a cocktail in The Lounge whilst listening to world class DJs from places like Ibiza and then party away until the small hours at their nightclub, South. It really is a one stop party stop!
Farm Club is an institution in Verbier. It opened its doors way back in 1971 and has had many a famous face partying the night away. Arguably one of the most expensive nightclubs in Verbier, however there is no entrance fee but booking a table is a good way to ensure entry.
Since 1927 this building has welcomed guests to Verbier, firstly as a hotel and then opening as a ‘home away from home’ pub in 1977. This iconic pub has a party atmosphere with regular live music and DJs, as well as various events throughout the season. A great place to grab some pub grub like burgers or nachos.
Le Caveau is a traditional Swiss restaurant, located on Place Centrale and famous for its Fondue and Raclette. Stepping in through the quirky barrel door you are welcomed into the cosy restaurant with the smell of melting cheese from the Raclette station in the middle of the dining room. Choose from various cheese fondues, raclette or meat fondue, and there is also a selection of other dishes to choose from too. Booking recommended.
A stone’s throw away from the Medran lift, this is a great place to meet non-skiers for lunch as well as for evening dining. A popular restaurant run by the same family for 35 years, friendly staff welcome you into this cosy eatery. If you enjoy seasonal dishes using fresh local produce, why not order their speciality “Potence”, which is a grilled steak that they flambee and serve with French fries and various sauces. Booking recommended.
This burger restaurant founded by 4 friends is located on Rue de Medran. This small but popular diner serves a selection of different mouth-watering burgers, as well as chicken wings and side orders. No reservations are taken, so there can be a wait during busy periods.
Popular family friendly restaurant serving pizza’s, grilled meat, and fondues. You will be welcomed into their cosy restaurant or sunny terrace by a friendly waiting team. As well as their wonderful pizzas with a large range of toppings, their ‘Poulet au panier’ is another dish not to be missed. Booking recommended and a takeaway menu is also available.
📍 L’Ecurie
Another popular restaurant located just off Place Centrale. Serving French cuisine with a modern twist that celebrates the local produce of the Val de Bagnes region. A friendly serving team will welcome you into this stylish restaurant where you can enjoy their Instagram worthy dishes. Booking is highly recommended.
Noted in the Michelin guide, this tapas bar is a great place to enjoy a few drinks with friends while sharing some tapas. Chef Sergi Arola presents his innovative tapas selection in a relaxed dining setting. Why not watch the food being prepared and chat to the chefs about their recommendations by sitting at one of the high tables that run adjacent to the kitchen. Booking recommended.
Nestled amongst the trees at 1,895m altitude, this mountain restaurant has a special setting to enjoy with a loved one or friends. Accessible by on skis during the day but do note you will have to go via off-piste to get there. Alternatively, you can get a snow taxi close to the restaurant and hike the last 15 minutes to receive a friendly and warm welcome. Savour the traditional Swiss cuisine while taking in the breathtaking scenery. Dress to walk through the snow, this is not a place for high heels! Booking is advisable.
A one Michelin star restaurant, it is located on Rte des Creux in Le Chalet d’Adrien, and offers an intimate setting to be shared with a loved one for a special occasion. The Italian chef Sebastiano Lombardi invites you to discover his innovative cuisine using the freshest ingredients to bring you the flavours of Italy. Delight in tasting menus of 4, 6 or 8 courses to choose from along with a great sommelier to advise on wine pairings. Booking is essential.
📍 Bô !
A very tastefully decorated restaurant found in the W Hotel. Chef Emiliano Vignoni uses root vegetables as the main star of each plate and pairs them with other ingredients to enhance their flavours. Using fresh and seasonal produce he brings his globetrotting experiences to each plate. Booking recommended.
La Cordee restaurant is only a short walk from the centre on Rue du centre sportif. Chef Romain Maillot invites you to savour the intricate flavours of his tasting menus, showcasing local, fresh seasonal produce, his dishes take influence from around the world. The restaurant atmosphere is welcoming in a modern interpretation of a traditional Swiss chalet. Booking is essential.
Located in Central Square, centrally located convenience store with all your basic groceries.
Located on Rue du Centre Sportif, medium sized supermarket with wide variety of groceries.
Located on Rue de Medran, an artisan bakery selling freshly baked breads, pastries, cakes, confectionery, and sandwiches.
Located on Rte de la Poste, freshly made breads, pastries, and cakes. Can also take orders for special cakes, desserts, or confectionery.
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