Chalet d'Arvière

Welcome to Chalet d'Arvière , a mountain inn and high-altitude restaurant located at 1,200 meters , in the heart of the Grand Colombier massif, in Arvière-en-Valromey.
Located on the historic site of the former Arvières Charterhouse , our establishment is a confidential address for hikers, nature lovers and lovers of authentic cuisine .

People come here as much to eat well in the mountains as to sleep peacefully , far from the noise and mass tourism.

Local restaurant in the heart of the Grand Colombier

The Chalet d'Arvière restaurant is the beating heart of the inn.
We offer sincere, local and seasonal mountain cuisine , prepared using products from Valromey , local producers and wild plants picked around the chalet and our botanical garden .

Each dish tells a story about the region:

• recipes inspired by the local produce of the Ain region
• comforting food after a hike
• Generous, simple, and authentic dishes

Whether you are a day hiker , a long-distance walker or simply a gourmet , our restaurant is an unmissable gastronomic stop at the Grand Colombier .

Mountain rooms and accommodation for hikers

Chalet d'Arvière offers authentic mountain accommodation , ideal for:

• hikers and backpackers
• lovers of wide open spaces
• Nature getaways, disconnection and rejuvenation

Our rooms offer absolute calm , fresh air and restful nights, amidst the forests, alpine pastures and panoramas of Valromey .
Sleeping here means experiencing the mountain from the inside , in rhythm with the seasons.

Hiking, nature and total disconnection in the Ain

An ideal starting point for hiking around the Grand Colombier , the chalet is accessible:

• on foot
• snowshoeing in winter
• via forest track by vehicle, subject to conditions

Between hiking, wildlife observation, the silence of the forest and warm meals , the Chalet d'Arvière is a unique mountain inn in the Ain , designed for those who love true nature… and good food.