Alphitta, Mountain restaurant in Riffelalp, Switzerland
Alphitta is a mountain restaurant at 2222 meters elevation on the slopes near Zermatt with direct views of surrounding Alpine peaks. The location sits next to the Riffelalp Resort and provides access to multiple hiking trails that connect different mountain areas.
The restaurant was founded over 40 years ago by the Aufdenblatten family and has shaped the Riffelalp mountain area since then. In December 2015 new management took over and continues the established tradition.
The restaurant reflects Alpine tradition through its design and menu, where you can see how mountain hospitality blends Swiss regional cooking with contemporary dining choices throughout the day.
The restaurant is accessible daily, with Wednesday evenings offering special events that need advance notice. Visitors should know that the mountain location means weather can change and sturdy footwear is recommended for access.
The restaurant sits at the crossing of several mountain paths where hikers from different valley directions arrive and meet. This makes it a natural gathering point for people traveling through Riffelalp.
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