Nestled in the Val d’Anniviers at 1,650 meters, Saint-Luc it’s a place where time slows, nature speaks louder, and the night sky feels close enough to touch. Known for its alpine charm, car-free tranquility, and deep connection to the stars, it offers the perfect backdrop for an experience like no other.
A Village Above
the Clouds
Saint-Luc has a rhythm that invites reflection and presence. From the moment you arrive, the landscape begins to shape the evening ahead, inviting you to leave behind the rush of everyday life and step into something quieter, deeper, and more extraordinary.
The Ascent to Tignousa
Your journey begins with a shared ride on the funiculaire, a scenic ascent that lifts you from the heart of the village to the Tignousa plateau at 2,180 meters. As the valley opens beneath you, so does the sense of anticipation. In just a few minutes, you rise into a world shaped by light, altitude, and perspective. At the top, the air is clearer, the horizon wider, and the experience begins to unfold. This is where the evening takes root: a carefully curated dinner awaits, surrounded by alpine silence and the distant echo of peaks. The journey is part of the story, and it starts with this quiet, shared climb.
Pickup is available for those who can’t make it on time.
Your evening begins with a gentle ascent aboard the Saint-Luc–Tignousa funiculaire. In just a few minutes, you rise above the valley and into a different world, wide-open skies, and alpine quiet.
A Ride to the top
of the world
Please note that the final departure of the funiculaire is at 6:00 PM. We recommend arriving early to ensure a smooth and unhurried start to your experience.
Pickup is available for those who can’t make it on time.
Perched just beyond the restaurant, the OFXB observatory is one of the highest in Switzerland open to the public. Here, professional telescopes meet an open sky, offering a rare and unfiltered view into the cosmos. It’s a place where the universe feels astonishingly close, and profoundly humbling.
Where Earth
Ends and
Stars Begin
Guided by passionate local astronomers, guests are invited to look deeper into the night. With every glance through the lens, the sky expands, revealing planets, galaxies, and constellations in astonishing clarity. This is more than an activity. It’s a moment of wonder shared among a few, high above the world below.
Set high on the Tignousa plateau, the restaurant welcomes you into warmth and refinement as soon as you step off the funiculaire. With panoramic alpine views and a dining space that feels both elevated and intimate, this is where your evening unfolds.
The Heart of
the Evening
Led by Chef Johnatan and his team, each dish is prepared with care and a sense of place, inspired by the seasons and the spirit of the mountains. The restaurant becomes a gathering point, the setting for connection, and the first chapter in a night designed to linger long after it ends.
how to get there
While the funiculaire offers a beautiful and communal start to the evening, guests are also welcome to reach Tignousa on their own. Whether you prefer to drive closer, hike up from the village, or arrive via other private arrangements, the journey is yours to shape.