Au 1465.

Perched at the exact altitude for which it is named, Au 1465 is the culinary centerpiece of the Au Club Alpin hotel in Champex-Lac. The dining room is defined by floor-to-ceiling windows that frame Lake Champex and the surrounding peaks, creating a setting where the landscape feels integrated into the meal. Chef Mariano Buda, an alumnus of Mirazur, applies French and Italian techniques to a hyper-local pantry. The menu highlights regional specificities, featuring Valais artichokes, Mund saffron, and Alpine caviar alongside olive oil from the chef’s family estate in Abruzzo. The interior is modern and restrained, favoring clean lines that don't compete with the view. For those seeking a serious gastronomic stop in the Valais Alps, it offers a refined, lakefront alternative to the traditional mountain chalet experience.