Slate workshop
Discover and explore the slate mines of Morzine.
Mountain bike trails in Avoriaz
Discover the various mountain bike trails in Avoriaz, Lindarets and Super Morzine
Mountain bike trails in and around Avoriaz.
Avoriaz is a true bike-in, bike-out resort in summer, as it is entirely car-free. As part of the vast 650km Portes du Soleil mountain biking area, Avoriaz boasts its own dedicated downhill trails and a pump track in the resort centre.
Downhill trails in Avoriaz
From the Tour chairlift, riders can access trails leading down into Les Lindarets:
- Blue (Bleu de Brochaux) – ideal for beginners, featuring banked corners but minimal technical challenges
- Red (Dans le Forêt) – a step up in difficulty with jumps, drops, roots, and rocky sections
- Black (Coupe de France) – a demanding track used in the French National Series in 2007, suitable only for experienced riders
These trails can also be accessed via the Lindarets Express chairlift.
On the Châtel side of the valley, the blue track (Chesery) descends partway before merging with a winter piste. It can be reached from Châtel or via the Chaux Fleurie chairlift. Riders can also take the Mossettes lift to explore the Swiss side (Les Crosets, Champéry, Morgins) or follow an open, rocky "fire road" back to Les Lindarets, which takes around 15 minutes to descend.
Trail connections and scenic routes
- from Les Lindarets, follow the PDS route past Lac de Montriond and continue along the river into Morzine
- a new green trail (Les Alpages), built in 2014, links the Col de la Joux Verte to Super Morzine, eliminating the need to use the road
Super Morzine trails
Super Morzine offers a variety of tracks, accessible via the Super Morzine telecabine and Zore chairlift, or from Avoriaz via the new green track:
- Blue (Tutti Frutti, Cap Canaveral) – packed with jumps and berms, suitable for all ability levels
- Red (DA Trail) – tighter and more technical, with fewer jumps but more roots.
- Black (Hattock, racine Carré) – Challenging trails with plenty of roots, technical sections, and large gap jumps
- Fire road (L'Élé) – a wider trail leading back to Montriond/Morzine
Additional riding spots
A pump track is located near the Rustine bike school at the top of Avoriaz, and another wooden pump track sits in the resort centre.
From the bottom of Avoriaz, riders can take the winter piste Le Crot (known locally as the "Gravalanche") down to Prodains, where they can either return via the 3S lift or cycle back to Morzine.
A scenic trail from the top of Super Morzine leads down into Les Lindarets, forming part of the PDS route.
Trail maintenance and safety
The team at Avoriaz MTB ensures all trails are well signposted, including routes connecting to neighbouring resorts. A dedicated crew of six trail shapers works on continuous improvements, alongside two piste security staff who are available to assist in case of accidents.
Find trail maps here.
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What to see
Sights in Morzine
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Lac Montriond
Lac de Montriond is a peaceful natural retreat surrounded by cliffs and forest. Enjoy swimming, paddle boarding, walking trails, and more in this scenic lakeside spot.
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Les Gorges du Pont du Diable
A great walk through a beech forest and dramatic limestone gorges carved by the Dranse de Morzine. Expect vibrant rock colours, safe cliffside paths and even a daring glass walkway you can try.
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Trout Fish Farm
Visit the local fish farm to discover how arctic char and trout are raised in alpine waters. Join a tour, try your hand at fishing or pick up fresh fish to take home.
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Pointe de Nyon hiking and trails
The Pointe de Nyon area is dedicated to hiking trails and discovering the fauna that lives in the mountains.
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Mechanical Music museum
Explore the mechanical music museum where you will learn about the history and development of mechanical musical instruments through the ages.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Avoriaz
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Les Ancelles Restaurant
Traditional bar and restaurant accessible on skis in winter or by foot in summer, within close reach of the Cascade des Brochaux.
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Mamo's Café Lindarets
Open for breakfast, brunch and lunch, this is a beautiful spot to grab some food during a long day in the mountains.
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Le Fangle mountain restaurant
During the winter you can take your lunches in the heart of the fabulous skiing area Les Portes Du Soleil because Le Fangle is a mountain restaurant located on the slopes heading down from Avoriaz to Morzine. This charming restaurant has a spacious traditional alpine interior with a roaring log fire to keep you warm on chilly days.
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La Folie Douce Bar
La Folie Douce in Avoriaz is the ultimate destination for combining great food, music, and fun in a spectacular alpine setting. Every afternoon, this legendary après-ski venue brings together locals and visitors alike for open-access clubbing, spectacular shows, and unforgettable moments with family or friends.
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La Cremaillere Restaurant
Located in the small village of Les Lindarets, specialities at this restaurant include fondue, charcuterie, snails, trout and various snacks.
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Le Refuge des Brochaux Restaurant
Accessible in summer and winter from the Lindarets plateau, on foot or on skis. This is a popular spot for a sunny lunch on the terrace or a cosy drink inside.
What to do
Things To Do in Avoriaz
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Aquariaz
Aquariaz is an aquatic paradise set in the heart of Avoriaz offering a huge water park made up of a gentle flowing indoor river, a slidewinder (an aquatic halfpipe), a toddlers paddling pool and water playhouse, a large pool with natural climbing walls.
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Avoscoot snowmobiling
Snowmobiling can be a fun, fast, snowy activity. Starting from Avoriaz resort, outings start from 17.30 to midnight, giving you free range of the snow and the Alps.
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Night sledging
Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.
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Snowshoeing
Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.
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Hydrospeeding
This is an amazing activity where you can have fun on the river, suitable for good swimmers from 14 years and above.
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Whitewater rafting
A selection of exhilarating rafting excursions to suit all abilities.
