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Welcome to Morzine

Originally a French mining town, now a world class resort in summer & winter

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Morzine is a thriving Alpine village set deep in the Chablais mountain range, between Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc, by the France-Switzerland border. It has grown over the years to become a charming ski resort in winter and a popular biking, hiking and alpine climbing destination in summer.

Although the village is situated at a relatively low 900m, its network of lifts reaches the panoramic Chamossière at 1800m and Avoriaz at 2100m. You may not be able to ski back to your accommodation at the end of the day but the extensive lift system means you'll make it home whatever the snow cover.

Morzine is just over an hour's drive from Geneva Airport and is located the middle of one of the biggest ski areas in the world, the Portes du Soleil. The resort is filled with cruisy, tree-lined blue and red runs, and it's also linked directly to the ski resorts of Avoriaz and Les Gets.

Latest news, reviews & events in Morzine

Find out all about what is happening in the Morzine area and how to make the most of your time here. The latest news, reviews of fun activities, current events and the trendiest restaurants, as well as interviews with leading locals, insider's guides and our top choices for things to do, see and experience in the region. Plus, during the winter season, our famous snow reports and dump alerts all in the same place.

Morzine hosts a wide range of events throughout the year. The biggest winter festival is the Rock des Pistes week in March, where live bands play up on the pistes, with many other concerts being held in resort during the evenings. Highlights in summer include Crankworx and the Pass'portes du Soleil (two large mountain biking events), and the Spartan obstacle course race.

What to see & do in Morzine

Apart from the obvious benefits of choosing Morzine as a ski destination in winter, in summer the resort turns into a mecca for mountain bikers. The area offers riders some of the world’s best biking terrain, with around 380km of marked trails with varying degrees of technical skill required.

The low-level, traditional chalet-style buildings in Morzine help preserve the town's character and charm. Its roots as an old French farming and mining town are apparent in the village today, where local produce is available at the weekly market and many of the chalets sport local slate roofs.

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Sights & Attractions in Morzine

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Restaurants in Morzine

There are all manner of restaurants and cafés to choose from in Morzine, from traditional Savoyard eateries to fine dining. As well as local cuisine, you'll find a selection of international restaurants in resort.

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Nightlife in Morzine

Morzine has a fantastic selection of nightlife, for both party animals and the more sophisticated wine or cocktail lover. From quaint pubs and sports bars to lively après-ski and late-night clubs, this resort will not disappoint.

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Skiing in Morzine

The skiing in Morzine is renowned for its picturesque tree-lined runs, with plenty of gentle pistes for beginners and intermediates. More advanced skiers can use the lift system to explore the whole of the Portes du Soleil area.

Things to Do in Morzine

If you don’t ski, yet still want to be active, try snowshoeing, ice climbing, ice skating, take an ice dive into the chilly Lake Montriond or get your fill of local produce at the weekly market.

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Where to Stay in Morzine

If you want to be first on the ski lifts in the morning and last out of the bars at night, booking accommodation in Morzine itself is a must as both of the main ski lifts are located right in the centre of town.

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Hotels in Morzine

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Travelling to Morzine

The nearest and most convenient airport to Morzine is Geneva, situated 100km away. From here, you have a number of different methods of transport to get you up to resort including minibus transfers, buses and trains.

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Latest News & Reviews

Find out all about what is happening in the Morzine area and how to make the most of your time here. The latest news, reviews of fun activities, current events and the trendiest restaurants, as well as interviews with leading locals, insider's guides and our top choices for things to do, see and experience in the region. Plus, during the winter season, our famous snow reports and dump alerts all in the same place.

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Morzine in winter covered in snow on a sunny day
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Upcoming Events

Morzine hosts a wide range of events throughout the year. The biggest winter festival is the Rock des Pistes week in March, where live bands play up on the pistes, with many other concerts being held in resort during the evenings. Highlights in summer include Crankworx and the Pass'portes du Soleil (two large mountain biking events), and the Spartan obstacle course race.

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Easter Egg Hunt, Morzine
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The Portes du Soleil Champions' ski race on the slopes at Nyon Plateau
Sausages and charcutierie at Morzine Market
Ladies trail running in the sunshine in Morzine