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Les Vieilles Luges Restaurant

A 'must visit' mountain restaurant in Les Houches only accessible by foot or on skis or snowboard

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An authentic Alpine farmhouse with a charming ambience and great food. Located right in the middle of Les Houches ski resort, this chalet serves delicious home-cooked local produce.

This old mountain chalet on the slopes of Les Houches serves delicious lamb shank, fondue and home-made genepi. The cosy interior, with warm wood and beautiful rustic decoration, makes for a unique and romantic mountain dining experience.

Only accessible on foot or skis, in the winter it is open for lunch and by reservation only in the evenings. In summer, open only by reservation for groups over 15 people, or some weekends for lunch (booking needed).

A great option for a special evening out, it can be reserved for parties from 15 to 63 people by prior arrangement.

Standard opening hours are Thursday to Sunday 11:30 to 16:30.

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Directions

You will see it as you head up the Maison Neuve chairlift. To access the restaurant you will need to hang a left into the forest off the blue piste Les Aillouds.

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