There's nothing like fresh mountain air to recharge your batteries! Between the delicious local produce, snow-covered ski resorts , winter sports, cozy chalets, and stunning natural landscapes, not to mention the trilogy of cheese lovers' favorites— raclette, fondue savoyarde, and tartiflette—it's easy to see why some people eagerly await the winter holidaysto enjoythe mountain spirit... What if we told you that there are some great deals in Paris to help you bide your time and get into the winter holiday spirit ahead of schedule?
Yes, the mountains are coming to the capital! Whether through unusual events, winter chalets, comforting places to visit, and other surprises, the Paris region is also managing to bring the charm of the mountains to us . To prove it, we're revealing a selection of places and concepts that will transport you to the highest peaks... before you can head to your favorite ski spots. Perfect for a change of scenery ahead of schedule.
Stay tuned: this guide is updated as new announcements and discoveries are made. Be sure to check back regularly if you want to discover other spots that take us to the mountains without leaving Paris or the Île-de-France region! Get your ski suits on, and let's head to the best mountain spots in the capital!
A racecourse being turned into a party venue in Paris this winter 2026
Sponsored - In Paris-Vincennes, experience thrilling horse races before dancing the night away with DJ sets and live shows in a lively, immersive atmosphere on Sunday, January 4th, 11th, and 18th, 2026. [Read more]
All-you-can-eat raclette evenings every Wednesday night this winter at the H4 Wyndham Paris Pleyel
Attention all melted cheese lovers! Until February 11, 2026, the Wyndham Paris Pleyel Hotel in Saint-Denis is hosting its "Raclette Fever" evenings. Every Wednesday night, the hotel’s restaurant becomes an urban mountain retreat just a stone’s throw from the capital. [Read more]
A pop-up chalet in Paris on the rooftop of Sax by Éric Frechon
La Ferme Saint-Amour, the Annie Famose Group's festive mountain concept, is setting up shop on the rooftop of the Hôtel Sax in the 7th arrondissement from December 5, 2025, to March 8, 2026. Imagine yourself comfortably seated with a view of the Eiffel Tower and a menu created by Chef Éric Frechon. [Read more]
Christmas 2025 at Plaza Athénée: festive family afternoon tea, enchanted ice skating rink, and a charming chalet offering raclette and photo opportunities
At the Plaza Athénée, Christmas is celebrated with a magical blend of skating and indulgence. The temporary ice rink in the courtyard invites children to twirl beneath twinkling lights after a cozy family Christmas tea. For a truly warming evening, the gourmet chalet serves up raclette and exquisite desserts. From November 27, 2025, to January 31, 2026, this luxury hotel transforms the Paris winter into an enchanting fairy tale. [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]
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]
Polpo Nord: gourmet winter terrace 2025 with cable cars and curling rink on the banks of the Seine
Polpo Nord, the famous winter terrace, is back on the banks of the Seine for a warm and festive winter just a stone's throw from Paris! After Polpo Plage, the Levallois (92) retreat is transforming into an urban ski resort, open from Thursday to Sunday until mid-March 2026. Alpine atmosphere, cozy gondolas, curling rink, gourmet dishes, and melted cheeses... the only thing missing is the snow! [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]
Le Chalet d'Aristide: raclette arrives this winter at Monsieur Aristide in Montmartre - photos
A winter atmosphere and raclette await you at Monsieur Aristide, which unveils its winter chalet for the season on November 20, 2025, for gourmet evenings in Montmartre. [Read more]
Ter, THE first Mayo egg bar in Paris with seasonal dishes, gourmet brunch on Saturday and Sunday
Sponsored - Ter offers dinner service from Tuesday to Sunday, with brunch available on Saturdays and Sundays. Head to Paris’s first egg Mayo bar, located in the 11th arrondissement. And throughout December, enjoy unlimited raclette!
Book your New Year’s Eve dinner at TER now! [Read more]
At Monix, the winter chalet and its cable cars at Splash in Asnières-sur-Seine
Chez Monix at Splash turns Asnières-sur-Seine into an immersive winter retreat, featuring vintage cable cars, alpine-inspired decor, and mountain-style cuisine crafted by Danny Khezzar, former Top Chef contestant, all nestled along the Seine. [Read more]
Chalet des Îles fondue evenings: cheese and dinner by the fireplace
Chalet des Îles is going into winter mode, with a particularly cocooning program for this winter of 2025: so let's go and warm up our bodies and hearts over a good fondue! [Read more]
Hot Spots, all-you-can-eat raclette parties in the 11th arrondissement
Hot Spots, the temporary winter restaurant, returns to Paris from October 15, 2025, to March 9, 2026, in the 11th arrondissement. On the menu: all-you-can-eat raclette and a piano bar to set the mood. [Read more]
The Winter Chalet at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme for the 2023-2024 season
It's the return of the mountain chalet on the winter terrace of the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme, from November 13, 2023 until February 29, 2024. For this new season, the chalet will feature the cuisine of Jean-François Rouquette, with his famous raclette for dinner! But also a lunch menu to discover. [Read more]
Bulles Éphémères d'hiver at the Hôtel Le Parchamp in Boulogne (92): raclette, Mont d'Or cheese, and champagne
Winter bubbles are coming to Paris and its suburbs to warm up the season. In Boulogne-Billancourt, the Hôtel Le Parchamp is offering its Bulles Éphémères, glass cocoons where champagne and winter specialties can be enjoyed in a friendly atmosphere from mid-November 2025 to early March 2026. Raclette, Mont d'Or cheese, and a cozy atmosphere make each bubble a sparkling and gourmet moment in the Hauts-de-Seine (92)! [Read more]
