Life at the cow shed takes you to the cowshed in Basse-Nendaz, where the famous Hérens cows stay during the winter. You will learn how the farmer cares for them, and those who dare can try their hand at milking the cows just like in the old days. Afterwards, a real raclette follows among the cows in the barn.

Rando'Miam Winter is a 7,7-kilometer hike with three culinary stops: aperitif and starter at Restaurant La Tétine, the main course at Le Hameau de Tortin, and coffee with dessert at Bar Le Tipi. You walk in your own shoes or on snowshoes, at your own pace. The tastiest hike in Nendaz.

This is one of those evenings you will remember for a long time. Guide Anita Stadelmann takes you into the forest in the evening for a snowshoe hike. Halfway through the larch forests, a campfire awaits you with Valais raclette and freshly baked bread. The return journey is by the light of your headlamp. You really don't need to be in top shape for this, but do put on a thick sweater.

Snowshoeing with raclette

In the heart of Haute-Nendaz, a stone's throw from the gondola, stands the village's flagship: the Hôtel Nendaz 4 Vallées & Spa. Four stars, warmly decorated with wood and natural stone, and a 2200 m² spa that owes its name to the biss, the centuries-old irrigation canals that the farmers of the Valais have been using for centuries to channel water from the mountains to their fields. At the Spa des Bisses, you will find a heated outdoor pool with views of the mountain peaks, three saunas, a hammam, a Kneipp path, and a floatation pool. Afterwards, sit down at the restaurant Le Clos de Cimes for a gourmet dinner, or at the cozy Carnotzet L'Aigle for an authentic raclette. And the gondola? You can reach it via a free 60-meter funicular right next to the hotel.

Hôtel Nendaz 4 Vallées & Spa

MAD stands for Mountain Adventure Design, and consists of two hotels with their own restaurants, where each offers its own unique adventures.

MAD Mount Hotel & Spa you can see it as the active, sustainable little brother, built with local wood from Swiss forests and fifty meters from the gondola. Rooms in cabin style, a spa with Japanese onsen and a hammam. One of the first carbon-negative hotels of Switzerland. MADly Restaurant is definitely worth a visit, even if you aren't staying with the family. Pizzas, Japanese tuna tataki and Swiss grilled cheese, to be eaten at the bar or on the terrace with a mountain fire and a view of the mountains. And the après-ski? The This is a must.

MAD Retreat Hotel is the quiet little sister, with 45 small chalets inspired by the traditional raccards valaians, the small Valais mountain barns that used to be built on stilts to store grain. Embedded in nature just outside the village, including vegetarian meals, spa access, yoga, and meditation. Accessible only to guests aged 14 and older.

This brand-new boutique hotel opened its doors in the winter of 2025 in the picturesque hamlet of Clèves, with just 11 rooms, ranging from simple hotel rooms to authentic mountain cottages for the whole family. Start your day in the mountain coffee shop with fresh pastries and good coffee, and on weekends you can sit down for an extensive gourmet brunch featuring local products. Yoga, workshops, and retreats are part of the offerings; count on ski-in, ski-out access, and dogs are more than welcome—there is even a walking service for when you are on the slopes.

Boutique Hotel Nînda

Three kilometers outside Nendaz, in a 150-year-old chalet belonging to Tim Fournier, a Dutchman who returned to his native region, you can sit down for the region's most personal meal. Tim serves raclette, cheese fondue, and seasonal menus at a large table for up to 14 guests. Reservations only, because this is not a restaurant in the traditional sense; it is simply Tim's home. The goats outside are included free of charge.

Chalet Les Rindes

At the intersection of the Mont-Fort cable car and the cable car towards Verbier lies Le Hameau de Tortin: a large, brand-new mountain restaurant made of wood, stone, and slate. Inside, there is seating for 200 people, and outside on the sunny terrace, another 200. The menu features regional dishes made with local products, available both at the table and for self-service. The perfect spot for a good mid-day lunch, with a view of the most beautiful peaks of the 4 Vallées.

The Tortin Hamlet

Not many ski resorts have a restaurant with both 15 Gault Millau points and a Michelin Bib Gourmand, the Michelin recognition for restaurants that cook exceptionally well for a fair price. Nendaz does, and it is called Le Mont-Rouge. Chef Loris Lathion has been there with his team for over 20 years and serves you with a warmth you might not expect at this level. The Valais wine list is impressive, and the atmosphere is warm and rustic. And if you prefer a more informal meal after a day on the slopes, take a seat in the adjacent brasserie for a set menu.

Restaurant Le Mont-Rouge