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Would you like to reserve a table or a tour?
Do not fill out the form; instead, click the link:
Do you have any questions? You may find the answer here:
What are your opening hours?
We welcome you every day from 10am. Lunch service starts at 11:30am , with last orders taken at 2:30pm.
In the afternoon, enjoy our terrace for a delicious treat with afternoon tea from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm .
For dinner (excluding Sundays), service starts at 6:30 pm and the last reservations are taken at 9:30 pm.
How do I reserve a table at Chez Pépé Nicolas?
We recommend that you book online by clicking on this link:
Once your request has been processed, you will receive an e-mail requesting a bank guarantee to secure your reservation (no direct debit will be made, this is not a prepayment).
A few days before your arrival, a message or e-mail will be sent to you to reconfirm your reservation.
Can I take part in the fireworks without a reservation?
You don’t have to have dinner at the restaurant to come see the fireworks. We’d be delighted to welcome you to this event. Don’t forget to make a reservation by clicking on the following link:
Can I come without a reservation?
In high season, we strongly recommend that you make a reservation. This will also save you time on arrival.
How can I change or cancel my reservation?
You can cancel your reservation up to 6 hours before your arrival.
In the event of a late cancellation (less than 6 hours in advance), 50% of the guaranteed amount may be retained (unless proof is provided). In the event of a no-show, 100% of the amount charged to the credit card will be billed.
Do you offer vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes, vegetarian and vegan options are available.
Feel free to browse the menu via the link above to discover the dishes on offer.
Until what date can I come to the restaurant?
This summer, we’ll be open until September 13, 2026. We invite you to reserve your table directly on our website.
How can I get to Chez Pépé Nicolas from Les Menuires or Val Thorens?
To get to Chez Pépé Nicolas, you have several options: on foot, by bike (with the option to charge your electric bikes for free if you’re a customer), by shuttle, or by car—parking is available at the “La Chasse” parking lot.
For more information, click the link below: Access
Can I ride my bike to Chez Pépé Nicolas?
Chez Pépé Nicolas is easily accessible by bike, either by road or via downhill and enduro mountain bike trails. We also have a separate , video-monitored bike parking area, independent of the farm. You’ll find charging stations for electric bikes there (free for our customers). and anti-theft devices (available on request).
How do I get to Chez Pépé Nicolas from the 3 Vallées?
In summer, you can reach Chez Pépé Nicolas from the Trois Vallées ski area , either by road or by lift.
If you’re arriving from Méribel, you can take the Tougnète 1 gondola and then the Tougnète 2 gondola in the same direction. These lifts are open from July 4 to August 29, every day of the week, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Please check the opening times on the tourist office websites before coming.
Once at altitude, you can reach Chez Pépé Nicolas via the DH1 (Easy Rider), DH5 (Kiss Cool) and DH12 (Jumpy) trails, before rejoining the main road that takes you directly to the restaurant.
Are pets welcome?
Of course, we would be delighted to welcome you and your pets. As farm animals also live on our estate, we would be grateful if you could keep them on a leash to ensure everyone’s peace and safety.
Can I bring a stroller?
In summer, it’s easy to get there with a baby carriage, especially from the “La Chasse” parking lot.
In winter, we recommend that you use a child-friendly sled, as it’s more practical in the snow.
What is there to do near Chez Pépé Nicolas?
Chez Pépé Nicolas is the perfect starting point for a day in the mountains. You can enjoy a wide range of activities:
- Discover our alpine farm and our permaculture garden.
- Take a guided tour of our mountain pasture and visit our permaculture garden, watch the goats being milked, or join us for our themed evenings.
- Introduce your children to life on the mountain pasture with our workshops “Little Farmers” and “Come Feed the Farm Animals.”
- Lunch or dinner at our bistronomic restaurant (click here to make a reservation).
- Take a gourmet break on the patio or visit our shop featuring local products and crafts.
- Hike the trails, visit Lac du Lou, explore the mountain bike trails, or enjoy the 3 Vallées ski lifts in the summer.
When do you go up to the mountain pastures?
This year, the ascent to the mountain pastures took place on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Check out some photos from this event by reading our news article.
How can I take part in guided tours of the mountain pastures?
To take part in our activities, we invite you to book online via the dedicated button.
The guided tour lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes. It begins at 10:30 a.m., Monday through Friday during the summer season. You’ll discover life in the mountain pastures, the farm animals, our permaculture garden, the old-fashioned chalet, and the secrets behind our cheese-making, before wrapping up with a friendly tasting. Tours suitable for children are also available.
Do you offer child-friendly activities?
The farm is a place for families to spend time together: children are, of course, welcome here. We offer a variety of activities designed just for them.
- L’Atelier des Petits Fermiers: Help milk the goats, learn about farming, clean up the area after milking, and equipment is provided. Book here.
- The ” Come Feed the Farm Animals ” workshop: Children feed calves, kids, poultry, rabbits, and pigs while learning about their daily lives. Book here.
- The special guided tour for kids: an age-appropriate tour of our mountain pasture, led by a guide certified by the BAFA. Book here.
On site, you’ll also find a playground that is supervised during lunch service for restaurant guests
Can we visit the farm for free?
You are welcome to wander freely around the farm and explore the animals, the permaculture garden, and the grounds, while respecting the property and the animals.
If you’d like a more immersive experience, we also offer a guided tour that includes a tour of the farm, the old-fashioned cottage, the garden, and the cheese-making process, as well as a tasting of our products.
Certain activities, such as goat milking, are reserved for our guests or available by reservation.
What time are the goats milked?
Manual milking of the goats takes place between 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. in front of the dairy. This activity is reserved for our customers or available by reservation.
Find out more about our farm on this page.
What is a permaculture garden?
We cultivate our high-altitude garden using permaculture, a method inspired by nature that aims to create a balanced, sustainable ecosystem without chemicals.
We grow the flowers, herbs, fruit and vegetables that go straight into our cooking. At Pépé Nicolas, we invite you to discover this living place, where nature, sharing and the pleasure of the senses come together. Click here to book your visit:
When can I start visiting the altitude garden?
You can visit our permaculture garden as soon as our restaurant opens.
Learn more about our garden by visiting this page.
May I visit the garden freely?
As long as you’re respectful of the environment around you, you’re free to discover our garden for yourself.
Every Thursday during the summer season, we offer a guided tour of the garden at 11:00 am.
Can children take part in the tour?
The tour of the permaculture garden is open only to adults and teenagers who are curious to learn about the principles of permaculture and biodiversity.
Can I privatize Chez Pépé Nicolas?
Looking for a private restaurant in Val Thorens? Chez Pépé Nicolas is the ideal venue. Whether for weddings, seminars or private parties, we have a range of options to suit your needs.
Contact us so that together we can create the event of your dreams at info@chezpepenicolas.com.
What is Chez Pépé Nicolas' capacity?
Several configurations are available for your event:
- Cocktail: up to 120 people indoors, or 250 outdoors (also possible indoors with marquees).
- Seated meals: up to 110 people.
- Ceremony: 250 outdoors or 150 indoors.
How do I request a quote?
To request a quote, please fill in our online form below.
You can reach us by phone at
+33 (0)6 09 45 28 35
For all other non-urgent requests, please fill in the form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
We do not take bookings through this form: it is intended for your exceptional privatization requests, or to answer any question for which you have not found an answer in the FAQ above.
Interested in joining our team? Visit our recruitment page.
