Bütschelegg, Mountain restaurant and tourism office in Rüeggisberg, Switzerland
Bütschelegg is a mountain restaurant with a tourism office in Rüeggisberg, sitting at elevation with views across forests and surrounding peaks. The menu combines traditional Swiss dishes with Tamil specialties.
The building grew from an early meeting point for farmers and travelers as mountain passes were developed in the region. It evolved from a simple stop into a restaurant where cultural exchange takes place.
The kitchen brings together Swiss cooking traditions with Tamil recipes, showing how different people have shaped this place. Eating here means experiencing two food cultures side by side.
The restaurant welcomes guests with reservations, and it is useful to call ahead to check availability. Special closing days apply during winter months from November to March.
The New Year's Eve celebration brings two worlds together, with guests choosing between Swiss and Tamil buffets that include regional meats and Tamil-style giant prawns. This blend of food traditions is rarely found elsewhere in the area.
Location: Rüeggisberg
Address: Bütschelegg 112, 3088 Oberbütschel
Phone: +41318090324
Website: http://xn--btschelegg-9db.ch
GPS coordinates: 46.84336,7.45958
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08
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