Haute Savoie / France
When you book a chalet in Morzine for your mountain holiday, you'll have access to the whole of the Portes du Soleil, one of the best ski areas in the Alps. Spanning 12 resorts in France and Switzerland, it boasts 650km of pistes, including 95km of cross-country trails.
As you'd expect from such a popular location, it has a modern infrastructure, a well-developed network of ski lifts and all the services guests are likely to need during their stay, including a huge choice of equipment hire shops.
However, although skiing and snowboarding are the most popular ways to spend time in Morzine in the winter, there are plenty of other activities for non-skiers and those who just want a break from the white stuff. Here are a few of our favourite ideas:
If you’re planning a ski trip to Morzine with a group of friends or family with mixed abilities, you can rest assured that they will all find an area to suit them.
Experienced skiers will find a wide variety of challenging runs, such as Les Creux and the Mur Suisse, which, due to its 331m drop over 1km, has its own classification as an orange run. Powder fans will find plenty of challenge on the north-facing slopes of Nyon. This area and Chammosière offer some of the best off-piste terrain.
Intermediate skiers will enjoy the pistes at Le Pleney, close to the forest. With both blue and red runs from each chairlift, this is also a great area for a mixed ability group. There are fewer crowds in Mont Chery, where the slopes are a little steeper - ideal for those who want to push themselves. There’s also easy access to the resorts of Les Arcs, Avoriaz and even parts of Switzerland.
As you’d expect from a family-friendly ski resort, there are plenty of areas where beginners can practise. There are several nursery ski areas, snowparks, several green pistes and, once you’ve learned the basics, you can gain confidence on the 29 blue pistes. There’s also an educational ski run, where children can learn about the local wildlife.
Morzine has a good choice of ski schools catering for all abilities, from first-time skiers to practised skiers looking to hone their skills in specific disciplines. Private and group lessons can be arranged with English-speaking instructors.
The resort has been awarded the Famille Plus label, so you can be sure to find quality child care as well as ski pass discounts for families with youngsters.
The resort of Morzine is made up of two parts, the first of which is linked to Les Gets and the second to Super-Morzine and Avoriaz, which offers breathtaking views and an average altitude of 2,466m. When you choose the Portes du Soleil ski pass there's even more choice, including night skiing options.
To help you prepare for your stay in central Morzine or the surrounding area, take a look at the piste map, the resort's webcams and the weather forecast.
In summer, Morzine and the surrounding villages are transformed into an incredible playground, with plenty of activities for families and friends to enjoy, including swimming, canoeing, kayaking and hiking.
The resort has been awarded the ‘Famille Plus’ label so you can be sure to find a wide range of activities for children. Swimming pools, tennis courts, ice rinks, children's clubs, tree climbing... there's plenty to keep your little ones entertained while you soak up the sun on the terrace at your chalet!
In summer, you can take advantage of the Portes du Soleil Multi Pass, which offers unlimited access to a wide range of activities, as well as a bus service to the village centre and neighbouring resorts. Most of the ski lifts remain open throughout the summer, giving you easy access to higher altitudes. Many OVO Network partner properties offer travellers the Multi Pass at a preferential price.
Here are some of our favourite ways to spend a day in Morzine in summer:
And if you choose a rental chalet with outside space such as a terrace or garden, you’ll be able to relax and enjoy the warm summer nights after an exhilarating day in the Alps.
When you book your chalet with OVO Network, you’ll have plenty of choice when it comes to the type of accommodation that suits your group. Take your pick from an authentic self-catered chalet in Les Gets, rural accommodation near the lake in Montriond, or perhaps a central chalet rental in the heart of Morzine.
You can book chalets or apartments for two nights or more, with several bedrooms and bathrooms. We also have many self-catered chalets with hot tubs, saunas and swimming pools. Chalets can be rented by the week or for short stays for part of a week at a price to suit your budget
Our luxury rental chalets and apartments generally sleep between 6 and 16 people, with several bedrooms and bathrooms, a large living room often with a fireplace, and a garage or parking for your cars.
Most of our accommodation is designed with families in mind. Look for our “Cool for Kids” label to book a child-friendly chalet or apartment with play equipment, cots, and other child-friendly facilities. These chalets are very popular so it’s a good idea to book early to ensure good availability.
As well as the usual ski resort activities, you can go cross-country skiing, ice-skating, horse-riding, snowshoeing, etc.
Summer activities in Morzine include mountain biking, climbing, tree-top assault courses, canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, golf, etc.
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The resort is very easy to get to. Geneva airport is 90km from Morzine, or 1hr 20mins by car.
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Yes, some of our partner chalets are pet-friendly. This information is given at the beginning of each property description.
Most of the properties have private parking, either covered or outside.
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