Some of the trails in Avoriaz and neighbouring villages in the Portes du Soleil.
French Portes du Soleil mountain bike trails
Discover the mountain bike trails trails in the French resorts of the Portes du Soleil
Avoriaz has the downhill black rated track into Les Lindarets, a bike park and a four cross course going for it. When you have had enough of that you can head for the winter home run, Les Crot, which is more commonly known as the Gravelanche in the summer. This is super fast and gravely, hence the name, and brings you out at the head of the Prodains valley where you can indulge in a freewheel race all the way back to Morzine.
Avoriaz
The downhill course into Lindarets from the top of Avoriaz is a relatively new addition to the area and hosted a French cup downhill race as its inaugural event. So if you fancy testing yourself on the same course negotiated by the likes of French star Fabien Barrel, give this a go. It is super technical and a little bit demanding for all but full on downhill rigs. Again there are plenty of trails traversing the mountain in a less vertiginous fashion, pick them out if you’re more of an all mountain rider.
From Lindarets there is a great trail down to Montriond via the Parchets piste and onwards back to Avoriaz via the river trail – a most pleasant way to return to base. To access Les Crosets, try the Mossettes lift up to the high point of the Portes du Soleil. From here you can either drop down the fire roads to Les Crosets with a couple of obvious more technical trails dropping through Planachaux. Or try the Swiss cup downhill course from the ridge line - Grand Conche. This super steep black drops 470m in just 3km.
Plaine Dranse
There has been extensive trail building activity in recent years in this area, accessed via the Chaux Fleurie chairlift. The runs are graded as per a ski area, blue, red and black in order of ascending difficulty. There is numerous north shore dotted around the red and black runs with easier runs leading all the way to Pre-la-Joux. In terms of difficulty, the reds would suit an accomplished rider, the blacks are super difficult so be sure of your ability before tackling them.
Chatel
Chatel is accessed from the Plaine Dranse area via the terrace trail. There are two green runs (we recommend the Panoramique as it's fast and flowy and has great views of Lac Montriond) four really nice flowy blues, five red tracks, and eight black tracks. Over the past couple of years the bike park shapers have been busy putting in extra gap jumps and fun features, so definitely worth checking out.
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What to see
Sights in Morzine
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Slate workshop
Slate mine discovery tour and working with slate workshop
Discover and explore the slate mines of Morzine.
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Lac Montriond
A tranquil alpine lake offering outdoor activities, family fun, and stunning mountain scenery near Morzine and Avoriaz
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
Walk through spectacular rock formations in a deep gorge close to Morzine and Avoriaz
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
Learn about mountain fish farming and choose fresh local fish straight from the source
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
A great educational walking trail for families with stunning views
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
Musée de la Musique Mécanique
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 & Dining in Avoriaz
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Le Fangle mountain restaurant
A mountain restaurant directly on the piste in Avoriaz, the perfect spot for lunch
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
The place to be for après-ski in Avoriaz, accessible on foot and by skis!
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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Mamo's Café Lindarets
Lindarets bowl Avoriaz, great food stop if you're skiing, hiking or biking
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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Les Ancelles Restaurant 
Les Ancelles Restaurant
Traditional mountain restaurant at the bottom of the Mossettes chairlift
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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La Cremaillere Restaurant
Family run Savoyard restaurant in the 'goat village' open in the summer and winter
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 
Le Refuge des Brochaux Restaurant
On-piste mountain restaurant at the bottom of the Mossettes chairlift
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
An indoor aquatic paradise with heated pools and fun for all the family
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
Snowmobile or skidoo tours from Avoriaz and through the super Morzine forest
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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Snowshoeing
Half day guided snowshoeing excursion on various trails suitable for all the family
Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.
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Hydrospeeding
Exciting one hour hydrospeed excursion down the river in Thonon Les Bains
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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Night sledging
Two hour night sledging down to Prodains, suitable for 14 years and over
Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.
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Whitewater rafting
One to two hour whitewater rafting on a running river from Thonon les Bains
A selection of exhilarating rafting excursions to suit all abilities.
