The Traditional
Café des Voyageurs
The fondue ritual that locals fiercely protect: bread, cheese, and the nut bowl
Noës · 10 minutes via vineyards
About
This is the locals' secret. A century-old village bistro in tiny Noës that regulars fiercely protect. Reviewers describe it as "HORS DU TEMPS"—stepping into the 1950s. Run by the Zimmerli family with genuine warmth, this is where Château de Villa regulars go for fondue.
Insider Intelligence
The signature ritual: Fondue arrives with a small bowl of chopped nuts, ham, and viande séchée. Roll your bread through this mixture before or after dipping in the fondue—creating layers of texture and savory depth that elevate the experience. Take the funicular down to Sierre, drive through the vineyards toward Noës (~10 minutes from Crans-Montana).
What to Order
- 1Fondue moitié-moitié with the nut bowl ritual
- 2Fondue aux tomates (highly praised)
- 3Fondue gingembre citron (refreshingly unusual)
- 4Beef tartare (multiple variations including Thai-style)
- 5Duo of deer on slate (hunting season)
Essentials
- Price
- CHF 35-80 per person
- ~CHF 55 per person
- Remarkably reasonable. Fondues approximately CHF 25-35.
- Booking
- Essential—limited seating
- Only 22 seats in restaurant, 20 at bar. Book via Zenchef.
- Location
- Café des Voyageurs
- Rue de Plantassage 2
- Take funicular to Sierre, then drive through vineyards
- Best for
- romancecasual
Last verified: 15 December 2025