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!
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]
Le Chou de Chanorier, the restaurant set inside a castle in the Yvelines, reviewed by Charlie Anne
Non-Parisian bistros that delight us with their restaurants—primarily in Hauts-de-Seine—expanded their horizons last year with a new opening in Yvelines! And not just anywhere, but at the stunning Château Chanorier in Croissy-Sur-Seine, where you can now indulge in a delicious meal. And the surprise? The menu is crafted by Charlie Anne, the Top Chef 2025 finalist. We visited the Chou de Chanorier restaurant, which offers a concise, mouthwatering selection and even features a special Courchevel terrace for those who love raclette and fondue. [Read more]
Ter: Paris’s first egg mayonnaise bar — indulge in a hearty weekend brunch every Saturday and Sunday
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Ter offers dinner service from Tuesday to Saturday, with brunch options available on both Saturday and Sunday. Visit the first Mayo Egg Bar in Paris, located in the 11th arrondissement. [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]
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]
