The air is pure, the snow abundant, the views spectacular and the slopes epic (the Portes de Soleil region boasts 650km of terrain), but there is much more to Morzine than the freedom of skiing. If you are looking for a ski resort that offers activities, bars and restaurants to suit all tastes, ages and experiences, then Morzine really is for you. Located between Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc in the picturesque Northern Alps, it is only an hour from Geneva and therefore the perfect place for a weekend getaway, a holiday or even to spend the whole week. ski season.
In addition to phenomenal skiing and snowboarding, the adrenaline junkies among you can enjoy paragliding, helicopter rides, renting a snowmobile, going night sledding, or even following a fitness trail along the La Dranse River and the Righteches forest.
For the full Morzine-Avoriaz outdoor experience, take a car-free sleigh ride through Avoriaz or try the outdoor skating rink. Seeing the local Morzine Penguins in their ice hockey league games is also a uniquely unifying experience.
If it’s history you’re looking for, it’s worth visiting the slate factory to find out how Morzine survived 200 years ago before tourism. If you are curious about the origins and development of the old town, there is no better way to explore it than to take the official guided tours every Thursday at 10:00am. There is also the Museum of Mechanical Music (Musée de la Musique Mécanique) in Les Gets for those interested in music history.
And for those occasional rainy days, there are two cinemas that often show movies in English, an indoor climbing wall, and a gym.
After a tiring day on the mountain, everyone deserves a well-earned après drink (or five!). If you only go to one après bar in Morzine, it has to be Bar Robinson. Run by local non-English speaking OAPs, Jean-Marc, Rosine and her dear friend Nicole, this bar is full of charm. The atmosphere is electric, fueled by days riding and the Mützig lager! (a tasty super strong beer that ensures a good night for everyone, but it is recommended to drink it only in half pints!)
The Kinkerne also offers local charm and the friendliest service you’ll find anywhere in Morzine, or France, and is ideally located at the bottom of the Prodain lift for a cheeky drink before heading back to Morzine via the free shuttle bus. .
If it’s evening entertainment you’re after, visit Le Cavern. It’s the favorite hangout for lovers of the season and plays popular but cheesy music while exciting snowboarding movies are shown.
Morzine has numerous restaurants serving hearty meals to replenish weary souls after a hard day in the mountains, so to make your choice easy, I’ve picked a few of the best.
For affordable traditional food and Savoy specialties, check out ‘La Flamme’.
La Barrique offers traditional French delicacies such as frog legs, regional meats and mussels.
For those looking for extra special haute cuisine, Number Ten is the place to go for exquisite food and a relaxing atmosphere.