Nestled in the heart of France's most beautiful mountain ranges, exceptional chefs sublimate local produce in breathtaking settings. From the majestic Alps to the unspoilt peaks of the Pyrenees, via the authentic landscapes of the Massif Central, the Vosges and the Jura, each mountain range hides culinary treasures that have been awarded the prestigious Michelin Guide.
Whether it's savouring inventive cuisine overlooking snow-capped peaks or rediscovering the flavours of local mountain produce, these Michelin-starred establishments offer unforgettable experiences combining refinement, creativity and passion.
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Here is the full list of Michelin-starred restaurants that are taking French gastronomy to dizzying heights.
Alps du Nord
3 Michelin stars
- The 1947 at Cheval Blanc
Location: Courchevel, Savoie
Head : Yannick Alléno
Description Creative, refined cuisine in a luxurious setting in the heart of the Alps. - Salt Flakes
Location : Megève, Haute-Savoie
Head Emmanuel Renaut
Description Inventive cuisine inspired by the surrounding mountains, using local produce. - Le Clos des Sens
Location Annecy, Haute-Savoie
Head : Laurent Petit
Description : Lake and plant-based cuisine, offering a unique gastronomic experience.
2 Michelin stars
- La Bouitte
Location Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, Savoie
Managers René and Maxime Meilleur
Description Savoyard cuisine revisited with creativity, highlighting local produce. - Les Grandes Alpes (Sylvestre Wahid)
Location Courchevel, Savoie
Head Sylvestre Wahid
Description Creative cuisine in an elegant setting in the heart of Courchevel. - Benoît Vidal House
Location Annecy-le-Vieux, Haute-Savoie
Head : Benoît Vidal
Description Inventive cuisine using local, seasonal produce.
1 Michelin Star
- Alpage
Location Courchevel, Savoie
Head : Jean-Rémi Caillon
Description Modern, creative cuisine reflecting the flavours of the Alps. - Mont Blanc Restaurant & Goûter
Location Hauteluce, Savoie
Head Benoît Goulard
Description Inventive cuisine in a setting with breathtaking views of Mont Blanc. - Le Cin5 - In the heart of the village
Location La Clusaz, Haute-Savoie
Head : Vincent Deforce
Description Modern cuisine featuring regional produce. - The Auberge de Lucinges
Location Lucinges, Haute-Savoie
Head : Benjamin Breton
Description Creative, refined cuisine in a warm setting. - Le Farçon
Location La Tania, Savoie
Head : Julien Machet
Description Inventive cuisine using local produce. - Edmond's workshop
Location Val-d'Isère, Savoie
Head : Benoît Vidal
Description Inventive cuisine inspired by the Alps. - Ursus
Location Tignes, Savoie
Head : Clément Bouvier
Description Immersive culinary experience in the heart of a reconstructed forest. - La Table de l'Ours
Location Val-d'Isère, Savoie
Head Antoine Gras
Description Refined cuisine using local Savoyard produce. - Le Chabichou
Location Courchevel, Savoie
Head : Stéphane Buron
Description Gastronomic cuisine combining tradition and modernity. - The Explorers
Location : Val Thorens, Savoie
Head : Josselin Jeanblanc
Description Creative cuisine inspired by travel and exploration. - The Kintessence
Location Courchevel, Savoie
Head : Jean-Rémi Caillon
Description Gastronomic cuisine using local, seasonal produce. - Le Montgomerie
Location Courchevel, Savoie
Head : Gatien Demczyna
Description Refined cuisine in an elegant setting with mountain views. - Azimut
Location Saint-Bon-Tarentaise, Savoie
Head François Moureaux
Description Modern, inventive cuisine featuring local produce.
Southern Alps
1 Michelin Star
- Les Tables de Gaspard
- Location Saint-Crépin, Hautes-Alpes
- Head Jean-François Bertrand
- Description Inventive, refined cuisine using local, seasonal produce.
- Le Pêché Gourmand
- Location : Briançon, Hautes-Alpes
- Head Frédéric Payan
- Description : Creative gourmet cuisine inspired by the flavours of the world.
Pyrenees
1 Michelin Star
- The Pyrenees
Location Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Head Not specified
Description Modern cuisine paying tribute to the flavours of the Basque Country in a classic setting. - Les Rosiers
Location : Biarritz, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Head Andrée Rosier
Description First female Meilleur Ouvrier de France, offering inventive, refined cuisine. - Ithurria
Location : Ainhoa, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Head Not specified
Description Traditional Basque cuisine with a contemporary twist. - Le Moulin d'Alotz
Location : Arcangues, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Head Not specified
Description Gastronomic cuisine using local produce in a rural setting. - Les Belles Perdrix de Troplong Mondot
Location Saint-Émilion, Gironde
Head Not specified
Description Modern cuisine in a vineyard setting with panoramic views over the vineyards.
Massif Central
3 Michelin stars
- Le Suquet
Location Laguiole, Aveyron
Head Sébastien Bras
Description Creative cuisine inspired by the Aubrac countryside, using local produce.
1 Michelin Star
- Decoret House
Location Vichy, Allier
Head : Jacques Decoret
Description Inventive cuisine combining tradition and modernity, with particular attention paid to seasonal produce.
Vosges
1 Michelin Star
- The Stag
Location Marlenheim, Bas-Rhin
Head Michel Husser
Description Traditional cuisine revisited with finesse, highlighting the flavours of Alsace.
Jura
1 Michelin Star
- La Maison Rosella
Location Port-Lesney, Jura
Head : Francesco Di Marzio
Description Inventive and original cuisine, reflecting the Italian chef's international career. - Le Bon Accueil
Location : Malbuisson, Doubs
Managers Catherine and Marc Faivre
Description Exceptional cuisine using fresh, seasonal regional produce. - La Chaumière
Location Dole, Jura
Head Joël Césari
Description Modern and creative cuisine, offering a colourful and tasty culinary experience. - The Château du Mont Joly
Location Sampans, Jura
Head Not specified
Description Refined cuisine in elegant surroundings, featuring local Jura produce. - L'Étang du Moulin
Location : Bonnétage, Doubs
Head : Jacques Barnachon
Description Traditional, eco-responsible cuisine, awarded a green star for its commitment to sustainability.