Verbier
Skiers at Verbier, Switzerland 1964, Slim Aarons, Getty Images
Verbier is an Alpine village in Switzerland’s Valais Canton. It's the gateway to the 4 Vallées ski area. Trails on Mont Fort Glacier have views of the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc. Mont Gelé is known for its off-piste ski slopes. South, in secluded Haut Val de Bagnes nature reserve, waterfalls cascade into Mauvoisin Lake, site of the arched Mauvoisin Dam. Here is our guide to Verbier, Switzerland.
STAY
W VERBIER The large wooden building complex fits perfectly into the alpine panorama, but the real star here is the view. Come for an apres-ski drink or dinner in the W Kitchen restaurant. Grabe a healthy smoothie or snack from the adjacent Arctic Juice & Café or a cocktail at the W Off Piste bar. Rue de Médran 70; marriott.com/en-us/hotels/gvawh-w-verbier
CHÂTEAU D’ADRIEN The old-school, grande dame of Verbier’s hotels, a little uphill from the town center. This Relais & Chateaux property is a rustic yet luxurious five-star hotel typical of Swiss alpine resorts, where everything is cozy and elegant. The "Table d'Adrien" serves the finest Michelin star cuisine, while "Le Grenier" serves traditional winter dishes such as truffle cheese fondue (a must try!). Rte des Creux 91; chalet-adrien.com
HÔTEL CORDÉE DES ALPES A boutique hotel in the heart of town offers stylish alpine accommodation in 32 rooms and 17 apartments. In the extensive spa area, which is equipped with a sauna, hammam, indoor pool and whirlpool, you can find the ultimate relaxation after the slopes. Rue du Ctre sportif 24; kvhotels.com
EXPERIMENTAL CHALET Downtown, a stone's throw from all the important bars and clubs, is this charming boutique hotel. Interior Designer Fabrizio Casiraghi went wild and created an alpine gem, which has a cozy, stylish flair with velvet, fringes, and olive tones. Rte de Verbier Station 55; experimentalchalet.com
THE LODGE Sir Richard Branson’s small boutique hotel is a real mountain retreat. The luxurious and charming house has just nine rooms. The experience is therefore completely tailored to you, and all dining wishes are fulfilled. Chem. de Plénadzeu 3; virginlimitededition.com/the-lodge
DRINK | DINE
ARCTIC JUICE AND CAFE Located inside the W Hotel, and the perfect place to grab a healthy breakfast before making first tracks on the slopes. Try the cold-pressed green juices for lasting energy. Rue de Médran 70; arcticjuicecafe.com
LE PUB MONT FORT While there are many slope-side cabins to stop in for a snack, Verbier’s best skiers grab lunch at this mountainside chalet. Chem. de la Tinte 10; pubmontfort.com
RESTAURANT LE CAVEAU It would’t be a trip to Switzerland without eating your weight in mouthwatering melted cheese, and Restaurant Le Caveau has the best fondue in town. There are two sittings each night, and reservations are recommended. Pl. Centrale 4; caveauverbier.ch
BOCA If you’re craving authentic Mexican fusion in the mountains, this is your spot— think raclette quesadillas. Rte de Verbier Station 61; bocaverbier.com
LE FARINET APRÉS SKI If it’s a rowdy, plein air, wear-your-boots-to-the-lodge type of atmosphere you’re after, then this is the spot. There’s live music every single night, and the party gets going around mid-afternoon. Live bands and DJs are at the start every day during the season and ensure a great atmosphere that is literally raised, when the bar opens its roof and you dance in the open air! If you want to continue dancing in the evening, you can go just one floor down to the "South" - the club is also part of the Hotel Le Farinet, which is itself a hotspot in itself. Pl. Centrale 6; hotelfarinet.com
SHED If ever there was such thing as a chic hamburger spot, this would be it. After a day of burning calories on the slopes, there’s no better treat. Rue de Médran 5; shedburgers.ch
FARM CLUB For nearly 40 years, this iconic nightclub has been the place to see and be seen for a late night out on the mountain. Just make sure to wear your best alpine chic—you just might run into some royalty while you’re there. Rte de Verbier Station 55; farm-club.com
LE ROUGE A low-key local favorite. It has a lovely view of the slopes, so you can watch skiers come down the hill as you enjoy a much-deserved cocktail. Rue de Ransou 37; lerouge-verbier.com
LA MARMOTTE A glamorous restaurant with strong drinks and traditional Swiss food. Located partway up the mountain, you can either hike (unlikely) or take a snowcat up (quite likely). After dinner, take a toboggan back down into town. Les Planards 6; lamarmotte-verbier.com
CHEZ DANY The top table with a view and terrace. It’s a little off the beaten track, in the charming hamlet of Clambin. The rustic menu and short ski back home make this the perfect place for long, late lunches. Catch the snow bus up for dinner and the sledge back down to the village. Ham. de Clambin 10; chezdany.ch
CABANE DE MONTFORT Simple fare and self-service with a spectacular location. It is also a refuge with two, four, and six bedrooms that you can book. Tortin; cabanemontfort.com
LA MARLÉNAZ Marvelous traditional fare and fantastic views make it worth the trek. Advanced skiers can go off-piste there. If you prefer walking to skiing, catch the bus up the hill to Sonalon and make the tranquil twenty-minute walk to the charmingly renovated restaurant. Rte de la Marlène; marlenaz.com
L’ECURIE A top pick for Swiss fare; it has a cozy atmosphere and delicious schnitzel, risotto, and gratin. Place Centrale 18; restaurantecurie.ch
FER À CHEVAL A casual restaurant bar with pizza and live music. Rue de Médran 18; feracheval.ch
LE CARREFOUR Perfect for a late night dinner with sledding afterward. Rte du Golf 95; lecarrefour.ch
LE CHALET D’ADRIEN The best Sunday lunch with amazing views. Rte des Creux 91; Chalet-adrien.com
KANDO EVENTS Verbier's premier luxury events management company organizes everything from heli-skiing to snow table dining. Rue de la Velle 1; kandoverbierevents.com
THE FRENCHIE One of Verbier's most sought-after restaurants is located in the Experimental Chalet. Here you can enjoy French-international-Alpine fusion cuisine in a cozy, stylish atmosphere on strikingly patterned benches. That's why the menu includes the "Jerusalem Artichoke" as well as the "Truffle Tartiflette" - be sure to try both! Rte de Verbier Station 55; experimentalchalet.com/restaurant-bar
BLACK TAP A burger shop from New York right in the middle of the mountain with stunning views. Haute-Nendaz; blacktap.ch
LE VINGT DEUX & LE CROCK Located across from the W Hotel in the Mountain Air Shop. The café-restaurant, which could just as easily be in a hip London or New York neighborhood, offers the best breakfast in Verbier. In addition to all the coffee and juice specialties, the menu also includes eggs of all kinds. Must-try: Chickpea Shakshuka! Rte des Creux 22; crock.ch
OFFSHORE CAFÉ Designed after a surf shack, it attracts cool snowboarders who find comfort food on the menu ranging from burgers (including veggie!) to quesadillas to fortify you after a day in the snow. Rue de Médran 27; offshorecafe.com
ICE CUBE The small snack hut awaits you directly at the lift, where you can relax and enjoy beer and fries under the sun with a view of the slopes. Still relaxed, but it can quickly turn into a little daytime rave when the DJ turns it up. Les Ruinettes 2200m; kvhotels.com/fr/restaurants-bar-verbier/ice-cube
LE CAVEAU The best raclette in all of Verbier, located in a small cave with a genuine, rustic Alpine atmosphere, a good, loud mood, and committed staff who put more and more and more melted raclette cheese on your plate and won't take no for an answer. So, come hungry and drink the schnapps on offer in between, which makes room for even more cheese. Pl. Centrale 4; caveauverbier.ch
ALP & HORN Verbier has had a new hotspot at Place Centrale that is relaxed and totally stylish at the same time: the bright green tiled bar at offers perhaps the largest selection of global beers, which are served with tarte flambée in an easy pub atmosphere . But you shouldn't let them distract you, because secretly they have the best cocktails in the whole place: mixologist James Coleby conjures up all the creations on the menu - or some that aren't on it. No matter what you choose, you'll definitely get the exuberant atmosphere at the table: at the latest when the live band starts! Pl. Centrale 16; alpandhorn.com
SKI
MONT FORT Go all the way up to the top of the resort to Mont Fort. On one side you have a view of Mont Blanc, and on the other you see the Matterhorn. The off-piste offering is fantastic for more advanced skiers. You really can feel like you're alone on the mountain. verbier.ch
SHOP
MONCLER GRENOBLE When it comes to high-performing, high-style mountain wear, it’s hard to beat Moncler. The brand's traditional fabrics are perfectly balanced with technical features, and the current collection includes everything you'd need for a day on—or off— the slopes. Pl. Centrale 10; moncler.com/de-ch/storelocator/schweiz/verbier
BOGNER Bogner, the world's most luxurious winter sports brand and multiple supplier to the Olympic Games, opened its own boutique in Verbier in 2008. Rte des Creux 1; bognerverbier/home
BRUNELLO CUCINELLI The Italian fashion label known for luxury wool cashmere opened recently in 2023. Rue de Médran 20; brunellocucinelli.com/de-ch/
FUSALP The famous, stylish luxury ski brand welcomes you in its Valais setting designed in the purest respect of the Annecy brand’s architectural spirit. Rue de Médran, 1; fusalp.com
SUREFOOT Invest in great custom-fitted boots at this retailer specializing in high-end, comfort-focused ski boots with custom liners & insoles. Le Parador, Rue de Médran; surefoot.com/locations/verbier
VIGNABAGNES The most delicious chocolate almonds come in an orange box from this cafe and wine bar, which is located along the Route de Savoleyres. They are expensive but worth every euro! Rue de Médran 11; verbier.ch/summer/offers/vinabagnes-square
SPA
LE Spa at W VERBIER The indoor/outdoor heated pool is a crucial pitstop while you’re in town, and skin treatments from La Prairie and Phyto 5 will ensure your face is looking its best. Rue de Médran 70; spa-wverbier.com
LE SPA CLARINS AT CHALET D’ADRIEN Located inside the Chalet d’Adrien is an unassuming, luxurious spa using exclusive products from French skincare brand Clarins. There's an entire hydrotherapy circuit with saunas, steam rooms, and pools, but we suggest springing for the full-body gommage scrub. Rte des Creux 91; chalet-adrien.com/en/health-wellness/the-spa
CHALET SPA VERBIER A quintessential Swiss spa with impeccable design and service, and a supreme sense of mountainside serenity. Bring a book and spend the whole afternoon going between the cedar-lined sauna and the heated pools. C’est sublime. Chem. de la Bergerie 60D; chaletspaverbier.com
VERBIER TOUCH The best massage in Verbier with qualified physiotherapists who will come to your chalet or hotel with portable massage tables. Rue de la Poste 23; theverbiertouch.com