Auberge Du Père Bise
Since the 1950s, when it attracted starlets and millionaires, Auberge du Père-Bise has radiated style and charm. A chalet built in 1901, it’s one of France’s most acclaimed—and expensive—restaurants. In fair weather, you can dine under a vine-covered pergola and enjoy the view of mountains and the lake. In fair weather, you can dine under a vine-covered pergola and enjoy the view of mountains and the lake. The gastronomic restaurant, helmed by chef Jean Sulpice, excels at dishes such as roe deer with beetroot and char lake fish. Reservations required. The less formal Le 1903 restaurant has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake to go with its more affordable menus from 70€-90€.
The inn also offers 23 guest rooms. Rates are 280€ to 800€ for a double and start at 615€ for a suite. Reserve at least two months in advance, especially in summer.
Since the 1950s, when it attracted starlets and millionaires, Auberge du Père-Bise has radiated style and charm. A chalet built in 1901, it’s one of France’s most acclaimed—and expensive—restaurants. In fair weather, you can dine under a vine-covered pergola and enjoy the view of mountains and the lake. In fair weather, you can dine under a vine-covered pergola and enjoy the view of mountains and the lake. The gastronomic restaurant, helmed by chef Jean Sulpice, excels at dishes such as roe deer with beetroot and char lake fish. Reservations required. The less formal Le 1903 restaurant has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake to go with its more affordable menus from 70€-90€.
The inn also offers 23 guest rooms. Rates are 280€ to 800€ for a double and start at 615€ for a suite. Reserve at least two months in advance, especially in summer.
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