There's nothing like fresh mountain air to recharge your batteries! Between the delicious local produce, snow-covered ski resorts , winter sports, cosy chalets and sublime natural landscapes, and of course the cheese-lovers' trilogy of raclette, fondue savoyarde and tartiflette, it's easy to see why some people look forward to the winter vacations to enjoy themountain spirit... But what if we told you that there were some great places in Paris where you could take it easy and get in on the winter vacation vibe early?
That's right, if the mountains are also coming to the capital! Whether it's through unusual events, winter chalets, comforting addresses and other surprises, the Paris region also manages to bring the charm of the mountains to us. To prove it, we've come up with a selection of places and concepts that will transport you to the highest summits... before you head off to your favorite ski spots. Perfect for a change of scenery ahead of time.
By the way, stay tuned: this guide is updated as announcements and discoveries are made. Be sure to check back regularly if you'd like to discover other spots that take us to the mountains without leaving Paris or the Île-de-France! So grab your suit and let's get started on the capital's best mountain spots!
Christmas 2024 at the Plaza Athénée: magical ice rink and chalet-raclette by Jean Imbert
For the Christmas season, the Plaza Athénée unveils a gourmet chalet featuring Savoyard fondues, along with its famous ice rink, to be discovered from November 28, 2024 to January 2, 2025. A taste of the mountains in the idyllic setting of the Plaza Athénée terrace, illuminated for the festive season! [Read more]
Winter sports: it's possible to ski in the Paris Region!
Yes, yes: it's possible to ski near Paris, without leaving the Île-de-France! To improve your snowplough technique, head for Crazy Park, in Bonneuil-sur-Marne. Young and old alike can enjoy an indoor ski simulator all year round, the only one of its kind in the region! [Read more]
New Year's Eve 2025 in Paris: all-you-can-eat glitter and raclette in the heart of a microbrewery
Looking for a good idea for New Year's Eve 2025 in Paris? A Parisian microbrewery is offering just such a gourmet, festive and convivial evening. This Tuesday, December 31, 2024, it's raclette and glitter time at Kilomètre Zéro. [Read more]
Raclette & Electro: the winning combo of the new gourmet and festive venue for autumn 2024
Sponsored - Attention raclette party fans! The famous RichesMonts brand is relaunching its Hot Spots evenings at La Démesure in Paris from October 24, with a menu designed by Alexis Braconnier and ultra-trendy DJ sets! [Read more]
Raclettes, plant-based fondues and an immersive wellness experience at the REcyclerie this winter
This winter, the REcyclerie is transformed into a cosy chalet, where you can enjoy plant-based raclettes and fondues, before enjoying a wellness experience in an immersive yurt, until March 2, 2025. [Read more]
Christmas 2024: torchlight procession, enchanted Christmas village and shows in Fontainebleau (77)
The Fontainebleau region is bursting at the seams for the magical Christmas season, transforming itself into a veritable Christmas village with the opening of its unmissable market and a host of free events for families! [Read more]
3 Christmas markets, a vegetarian raclette chalet and a hot drinks bar at the REcyclerie
La Recyclerie not only hosts its traditional Christmas theme markets, but also unveils a wine and hot chocolate bar and a vegetarian fondue and raclette chalet! [Read more]
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Paris's largest charming mountain park
The Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, is one of the largest green spaces in Paris. For a jog, a picnic or a walk in the countryside, this large green setting is a must. [Read more]
Chez Monix, the winter chalet and gondolas return to Splash in Asnieres-sur-Seine
This winter, Le Splash reinvents itself as Chez Monix, the must-visit destination for a unique ski resort atmosphere on the banks of the Seine, without the ski slopes. [Read more]
La Maison de la Truffe, the French restaurant for truffle lovers in Paris
La Maison de la Truffe is the Paris boutique and restaurant where truffles reign supreme. A historic temple to the famous mushroom, it offers the very best in truffle-based products. We'll take you on a tour of its elegantly decorated restaurant. [Read more]
The Grand Quartier hotel opens its chalets on its winter terrace with Swiss fondue
Head for the winter terrace of the Grand Quartier for a Swiss fondue in a chalet, until next March! [Read more]
L'Almanach Montmartre, a high-altitude bistronomic and artistic restaurant
High up on the Butte Montmartre, l'Almanach Montmartre is a restaurant that combines bistronomy and art. [Read more]
Père Lacheese, Monbleu's all-you-can-eat raclette dairy and bar
Fancy an all-you-can-eat raclette? It's happening at Monbleu cheese dairies and restaurants! This is your chance to discover Père Lacheese, the new Monbleu fromagerie-buvette, just a stone's throw from Père-Lachaise! [Read more]
OMA launches all-you-can-eat raclette!
Sponsored - OMA, the must-visit brunch spot a stone's throw from Place de la République, is expanding its offer with all-you-can-eat raclettes, available every evening for €30 per person. [Read more]
French women, plates to share and amazing cocktails
Les Françaises is the restaurant that's waking up the 17th arrondissement with fabulous sharing plates, prepared from top-quality produce, and grandiose cocktails. [Read more]
Brasserie Auteuil in ski resort mode with cheese fondue and raclette pizza
With the onset of winter, Brasserie Auteuil is once again transformed into a ski resort with its cheese fondue evenings. [Read more]
Monsieur Aristide unveils his winter chalet where raclette is king
Winter atmosphere and (of course!) raclette at Monsieur Aristide, who unveils his winter chalet for the season. [Read more]
