Hotel Alpenblick since 1936
Since 1936 — three generations of hospitality
The 3-star Hotel Alpenblick offers everything you need for a successful and relaxing holiday.
Whether you spend the day scaling the nearby mountains, exploring the diverse natural surroundings or simply enjoying the Valais sunshine and the beautiful panorama from your balcony. In the morning, a generous breakfast buffet and fresh coffee from a local Valais roastery will set you up for the day.
The spacious lounge on the first floor, with a well-stocked library, an internet corner and — for music lovers — a piano, is entirely at your disposal. This way, you can easily while away the few hours without sunshine.
How about an apéritif in the garden or on the sun terrace? Perhaps a Muscat from our own cellar? The restaurant is open all day except on Tuesdays. But even on our day of rest, someone from our team is always there for you. No hunger or thirst shall spoil your stay!
History
The foundation
The house was built in 1935 by Josef and Katharina Kenzelmann. At the time, one could not simply open a hotel or guesthouse in the Valais — the Federal Council first had to decide whether Zeneggen actually needed accommodation at all. Fortunately, they made the right decision! In June 1936, the Alpenblick began its first summer season.
Josef & Katharina Kenzelmann
With great dedication, the 'Pension Alpenblick' was steered through difficult times. Josef Kenzelmann was a colonel in the army and a primary school teacher in Zeneggen — which meant his wife Katharina often had to run the house on her own.
Klaus & Elsbeth Kenzelmann
Responsibility passed seamlessly to the next generation. In 1978, Klaus and Elsbeth Kenzelmann officially took over the management. As shared floor showers and toilets no longer met guests' expectations, a complete renovation was undertaken in 1980 — the building was gutted, the rooms rearranged and each fitted with its own en-suite bathroom. In the following years, renovation and expansion works were frequently carried out during the winter months. In 2010, the small single rooms on the third floor were transformed into a suite with a living area, kitchen and two bedrooms.
Christoph Kenzelmann
The next change of generation came in 2012. Christoph Kenzelmann, the eldest son of Klaus and Elsbeth, returned home in 2007 after years of study in chemistry and computer science, and learned the hotel trade from the ground up. In 2012, he assumed primary responsibility and has since presided over the kitchen as an innovative and imaginative head chef.