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.

ยฉ Cabane du Col de Cou

ยฉ Cabane du Col de Cou
High up refuge in a unique location on the French-Swiss border at 1920m
This refuge was a former customs house and is at the crossroads of Morzine, Samoens and Champery, occupying a unique position with breathtaking views
At an altitude of 1920m this cabane has recently been transformed into a 38-bed mountain refuge.
It will be open all year round, welcoming hikers between Switzerland and France. This refuge is located on the GR5 route, the Via Alpina and the Tour des Dents Blanches.
It is easily accessed by a short hike from Morzine of 7km with around 500m elevation.
The Pointe de Nyon area is dedicated to hiking trails and discovering the fauna that lives in the mountains.
This gym is fully equipped with all the equipment you need for a great workout. Located at L'Aiglon de Morzine Residence, just five minutes from the centre of resort, it is also open to the public.
The Hive is a well equipped modern and spacious gym for solo or group training.
The Morzine summer luge winds it's way down the left hand side of the Pleney. Take the La Crusaz chairlift up with your sledge and make your way down the track.
Receive the full attention of a private guide, and tons of personalised feedback, to help you improve your riding skills.
Fancy diving, swimming, sliding, abseiling and discovering how the water dug its paths along the river and the rocks? Canyoning is for you!
Fine dining in Morzine, imaginative dishes and great presentation
Le Pointe de Nyon combines stunning mountain views with a unique nature park featuring impressive birds of prey, creating a memorable experience alongside its menu of traditional French and Savoyard dishes. The restaurantโs famous Savoyard burger layered with melting Reblochon and a rich red-wine onion compote, is an absolute must-try. Open daily and offering activities for all ages, itโs an ideal destination for a full mountain day out, whether youโre dining, exploring or simply soaking up the scenery.
La Grange Restaurant is hidden down a little back road, less than 100 metres from the tourist office in the centre of Morzine, and only 100 metres from the bottom of the Pleney, making it a great alternative to eating up the mountain.
Every season Hideout Hostel scours Europe for the best pop up restaurants around to bring guests the most fantastic food possible.ย ย Eat in the stylish bar or on the sunny terrace.
Located near the Pleney lift and lโOpera nightclub, LโEtale is reputed to be one of Morzine's best restaurants, serving great food at a reasonable price. It's a versatile restaurant for families and groups, although in high season if youโre in a large group itโs definitely worth booking ahead as it does get very busy.
La Chaudanne Wine Bar & Restaurant in Morzine is a haven for food and wine lovers, offering a warm, chalet-inspired atmosphere and a taste of Savoyard hospitality.ย
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.
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.
Discover and explore the slate mines of Morzine.
The Pointe de Nyon area is dedicated to hiking trails and discovering the fauna that lives in the mountains.
Explore the mechanical music museum where you will learn about the history and development of mechanical musical instruments through the ages.
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.
There is a small ticket office on the side of the Tourist Office in the centre of Morzine.
Located in the centre of Morzine at the bottom of the slopes by the Telepherique du Pleney, is the Morzine lift pass office.
The Super Morzine gondola (or bubble) is the lift connecting Morzine to Avoriaz from the centre of Morzine.
The Nyon cable car is located a short way out of Morzine centre and is easily accessed by one of the local shuttle buses.
The Prodains lift ticket office is at the foot of the Avoriaz cliffs at the bus stop. Ski and pedestrian lift passes are available here.
This lift pass office is located at the Telecabine Mont Chery at the bottom of the pistes in Les Gets.
Morzine blends traditional French village charm with all the excitement of a modern ski resort. Sitting in the middle of the vast Portes du Soleil, itโs the perfect base for exploring twelve linked resorts across France and Switzerland.
Montriond offers a peaceful setting just minutes from Morzine, with parts of the village as close to the lifts as its busier neighbour. On the Ardent bus route and surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery, itโs a charming spot for a relaxing ski holiday with easy access to the Portes du Soleil.
Les Gets combines traditional Savoyard charm with the convenience of ski-in ski-out access. Sitting on the edge of the vast Portes du Soleil, itโs a friendly base with two local ski areas and easy links into the wider region.
Avoriaz is a modern, purpose-built resort with wood-clad buildings that blend into the surrounding peaks. The village is entirely pedestrianised, so youโll get around on foot, skis or by horse-drawn sleigh. Wherever you stay, youโre only a short glide from the lifts, restaurants and shops.
The picturesque village of Les Lindarets or the "Goat Villageโ as itโs more fondly known, is a worth a visit in summer and winter.
St Jean d'Aulps is a quiet town that lies further down the valley below Morzine on the way to Thonon and Lac Lรฉman (Lake Geneva).
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