黑鸦湖酒店

Set in the Vosges mountains, surrounded by pristine wilderness, this luxurious chalet hotel complete with a spa is conducive to truly unwinding and recharging. High up in these mountains, tranquillity, and an almost monastic atmosphere reigns – indeed the site was the Ermitage du Père Joseph prior to becoming a small ski resort. Fine dining has been brought to this unique setting by Benoit Potdevin (Le K at Domaine de la Klauss, MICHELIN-starred in Moselle), supported by a local chef. Inspired by regional terroir, their menus (one of which is vegetarian) are a feast of precision and refined fl

(Temporarily closed) In the upper reaches of Gérardmer, this imposing chalet-hostelry has been in the same family for five generations. The culinary focus is on classical dishes with a regional slant and crafted with top-notch ingredients, like duck foie gras, snails, game, fresh-water fish... The wine list is out of this world.

"Julien Jeanselme, a committed and welcoming chef, creates fresh and straightforward cuisine, whose regional roots do not preclude nods to other influences, especially Provence (he's a fan of fish soup), or tributes – here, to his great - grandfather, who was awarded a Michelin star... in 1936! – with the ""Ernest Jeanselme"" mountain terrine. A reliably good option. "

At an altitude of 760m and surrounded by forest, this snug chalet overlooks the ski lift. Chef Christelle rolls out flavoursome food, while Frédéric carefully the curates the wine list. Guestrooms for overnight stays and first-rate breakfasts. This Four Seasons ticks all the boxes!

“Instinctive, last-minute” regional dishes, rustled up by a seasoned veteran who has trained many a local chef. In a picture postcard swish Alpine chalet décor, each dish celebrates and pays tribute to authentic regional produce.