Clinic Les Alpes suits people who want on-site detox and a small peer community above Montreux; CALDA Clinic suits people who need total separation and psychiatric leadership on Lake Zurich. They represent the two main routes in Swiss private rehab: a small licensed clinic with other clients, or a private house with one patient. Les Alpes programmes start at CHF 60,000 per week (Clinic Les Alpes, 2026). CALDA inpatient programmes start at CHF 116,000 per week (CALDA Clinic, 2026). NICE advises considering inpatient or residential assisted alcohol withdrawal for people who drink over 30 units a day or have a history of withdrawal seizures or delirium tremens (NICE, 2014).
| Clinic Les Alpes | CALDA Clinic | |
|---|---|---|
| Address | Route de Sonloup 37, 1833 Les Avants, Switzerland | Eastern shore of Lake Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland (exact address shared on admission) |
| Category | Ultra-luxury | Ultra-luxury |
| Format | Small group / clinic | One client at a time |
| From / week | CHF 60,000 | CHF 116,000 |
| Founded | Not stated | Not stated |
| Led by | Dr. Randolph Willis, Medical Director | Claudia M. Elsig, MD, Founder and Medical Director |
| Programme length | Usually 14 to 28 days; can be extended up to 90 days | Individual, set after the initial diagnostics; usually several weeks |
| Languages | English, French, German | English, German, French |
| Payment | Self-pay; medical treatment unrelated to the admission is billed separately | Self-pay with advance deposit; not covered by health insurance according to the clinic |
| Rating | 4.5/5 (51 reviews, Recovery.com) | Not stated |
Pick Clinic Les Alpes if…
- Detox needs to happen on site with doctors available at any hour
- You would benefit from sharing the experience with a few others
- The problem is behavioural, such as gambling, gaming, porn, sex or work
- Budget matters and you still want a high standard of care
Pick CALDA Clinic if…
- No contact at all with other patients is acceptable to you
- There are several psychiatric diagnoses to untangle
- You want a butler, chef and chauffeur in a private residence
Our bottom line
Les Alpes offers more clinical infrastructure for the money; CALDA offers total separation and psychiatric leadership. The right one depends on the person, not the price tag.
Conditions both clinics treat
alcohol addiction, cocaine addiction, opioid addiction, prescription drug addiction, burnout, depression, dual diagnosis, eating disorders.
Prices in detail
Clinic Les Alpes: Individual programmes start at CHF 60,000 per week, including hospitality and in-house detox when required (Clinic Les Alpes, 2026).
CALDA Clinic: Inpatient programmes start at CHF 116,000 per week, with an advance deposit (CALDA Clinic, 2026).
Questions people ask
Is Clinic Les Alpes or CALDA Clinic cheaper?
Clinic Les Alpes starts at CHF 60,000 per week and CALDA Clinic at CHF 116,000 per week. Ask both for a written quote; extras such as family stays and travel are usually charged separately.
Where are Clinic Les Alpes and CALDA Clinic?
Clinic Les Alpes: Route de Sonloup 37, 1833 Les Avants, Switzerland. CALDA Clinic: Eastern shore of Lake Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland (exact address shared on admission).
Can you help me choose between Clinic Les Alpes and CALDA Clinic?
Yes. Our assessment is free and confidential: we look at the clinical situation, budget and timing, check current availability and arrange calls with the admissions teams.
More comparisons
Independent comparison. Switzerland Recovery is not affiliated with either clinic. Facts were checked against the clinics' own websites and named third-party sources in October 2026 and may change; we confirm details during your free assessment.
