A warm welcome to Magdalena—embark on a journey of flavor. Freshness and acidity, depth and warmth. All in a cozy atmosphere.
Magdalena Restaurant
Taste, taste, taste.
Always the top priority for our Head Chef Dominik Hartmann. Named “Discovery of the Year 2021” and “Rising Star of 2023 and 2025” by Gault Millau, his cooking is uncompromising, bold, and modern. The focus is on vegetables—and all the possibilities these often-overlooked ingredients have to offer.
Of course, the perfect drink is an essential part of the overall experience—whether alcoholic or non-alcoholic—and can be added or omitted for each course. We’ll go to any length to ensure the perfect pairing. That’s why we offer not only a diverse wine selection tailored to the menu, but also elaborately crafted non-alcoholic beverages that are more than just substitutes for champagne, wine, and the like. The wine list is packed with magnificent wines, ranging from classics to natural wines—some young and fresh, others beautifully aged. Upon request, our sommelier Benny will be happy to send you our wine list in advance. –> sommelier@restaurant-magdalena.ch
Surprise Menu
Menu CHF 195
Additional Course: Cheese CHF 25
Additional Course: Ganache Tart CHF 20
Wine pairing: CHF 17 per glass
Non-alcoholic pairing: CHF 15 per glass
“Every season tells its own story. Our menu follows this rhythm and is constantly changing. A new course is added almost every week. Over the course of twelve to thirteen weeks, a completely new menu takes shape, step by step.”
Opening hours
Thursday & Friday: "
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starting at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: "
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starting at 11:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Monday–Wednesday:
Closed
Come visit us for dinner from Thursday through Sunday.
We also offer lunch service on Saturdays and Sundays.
Vacation
July 6 – August 6, 2026
September 21 – 30, 2026
December 24 – 31, 2026
History
Behind the light-filled new building with its picturesque view of the Schwyz valley basin lies 700 years of history: the house was built in 1326—though at that time it stood in Schwyz. Around the year 1600, it was dismantled and rebuilt exactly as it was in Rickenbach, across from the Magdalena Chapel. An enameled sign at the Swiss National Museum in Zurich attests that the house was already operating as the “Wirtshaus zur Magdalena” as early as 1790. The current new building was completed in 2020, though the charred wood at the entrance and inside still comes from the original structure and carries 700 years of history within it.
Head Chef and Co-Owner
Dominik Hartmann
Dominik grew up in Rickenbach. In 2020, he opened the restaurant Magdalena together with Adriana Hartmann and Marco Appert—who are also locals. Five months later, at the age of 28, Dominik was awarded two Michelin stars right away, followed by the green star for sustainability and 18 Gault Millau points.
Team
Benny Müller – Sommelier
Florence Riva – Pastry Chef
Gian-Luca Leonardi – Kitchen
Ilirjane Muhaxeri – Back Office
Kathrin Scherbler – Service
Lena Weber – Service
Linus Keller – Service
Liv Wengert – Kitchen
Mario Siegrist – Pastry
Sophie Holler – Head of Service
Tobias Ehrler – Sous Chef
Dominik Hartmann –
Head Chef & Co-Owner
Adriana Hartmann –
Design, Marketing & Co-owner
Marco Appert –
Host, Managing Director & Co-owner
Magdalena Bakery
Classic French pastries, sourdough bread, a light brunch, and a touch of Scandinavia and Japan. That’s Magdalena Bakery, right below the restaurant.
In the summer, an espresso in the Magdalena Flower Garden. In the winter, a cappuccino indoors with a hot water bottle and a wool blanket.
Team
Andreas Camenzind – Host & Head Baker
Antonia Pichler – Sales
Jania Mackenthun – Barista
Rahel Heinzer – Bakery
Bakery Hours
Magdalena Bakery and Café
Rickenbachstrasse 127, 6432 Rickenbach
Thursday–Sunday, 7–11 a.m.
A selection of our baked goods is also available at the Lido Lakefront Restaurant in Brunnen and Café Mamie in Lucerne.
Orders:
Orders must be placed by 12:00 p.m. the day before via email to
croissant@restaurant-magdalena.ch
Our bakery will also be closed during the restaurant's vacation period.
News from the Magdalena Bakery
Overnight Stay
Would you like to stay overnight nearby? Click here for our recommendations.
Getting There
Directions by public transportation to Rickenbach Post:
Train: 30 min
Lucerne: 40 min
Zurich: 50 min
Traveling by car:
If you’re arriving by car, designated parking spaces are available in the underground garage. (Floor marking: Restaurant Magdalena). The outdoor parking spaces are primarily for visitors of local residents, but may also be used by our guests if necessary—thank you for your consideration.
Our restaurant is wheelchair-accessible, as certified by Pro Infirmis.
Dogs: Please note that dogs are unfortunately not permitted in the main dining area of our restaurant. However, upon prior reservation (!), we’d be happy to prepare our private dining room (max. 4 guests) for you, where dogs are warmly welcome. Thank you very much for your understanding.
Contact
Magdalena
Rickenbachstrasse 127
6432 Rickenbach
