Activities in Morzine
Discover the top Morzine activities
The main draw for people coming to Morzine in winter is, of course, skiing and snowboarding in the vast Portes du Soleil area, with 600 km of pistes spread across 12 different ski resorts in France and Switzerland. However, there’s a whole host of other activities to do in Morzine in the summer as well as in the winter. So, whether you're just looking for something to do when the lifts close or you simply don't ski, we promise you you'll have no time to get bored here!
What to do in Morzine?
Morzine is an outdoor activities paradise. The alpine town and its surrounding mountains offer hundreds of things to do for every ability and every age. Some activities are perfect for solo travellers while others are more suited to romantic couples.
Families and groups will also find a wide range of things to do in Morzine. From relaxing to full on adrenaline, from child friendly to adults only, from outdoor fun to bad weather indoor activities, there is something for everyone in Morzine.

Top three things to do in Morzine
Below are our three favourite activities in Morzine but there are plenty more to choose from.
1. Winter sports, skiing and snowboarding
Skiing and snowboarding are probably the most popular activities in the Morzine and Les Gets areas. But we're not talking about lift-assisted, downhill skiing and snowboarding only – there's a whole host of activities that involve boards strapped onto your feet including ski touring and split boarding, cross-country skiing or telemarking.
But there's much more than just skiing and snowboarding in Morzine in the winter. The mountains are the perfect setting to go snowshoeing and husky-dog sledging, while the ice skating rinks in Morzine town centre will keep the whole family entertained.
2. Mountain biking
Many people would argue that it's actually mountain biking that's the number one activity in Morzine. The Morzine and Les Gets trails and bike parks are considered the best in the world and attract hundreds of Enduro and downhill biking aficionados every summer to its almost 150km of tracks, that meander through lush forests to reach stunning mountaintops with breath taking views. An experience not to be missed!
3. Walking, hiking and running
In the summer, the Les Gets and Morzine pistes turn into meadows and deep-forested trails to explore on foot. From easy valley strolls to gruelling trail running climbs, everyone can explore the Morzine valley's beautiful sunny landscapes.
Check out the selection of things to do below for some holiday inspiration – you'll see that there are plenty of alternatives to skiing and snowboarding in Morzine.

Skiing and snowboarding in Morzine
Morzine is a firm favourite for skiing and snowboarding, offering direct access to the vast Portes du Soleil ski area with over 600km of pistes to enjoy. The resort suits all levels, from gentle beginner slopes and family-friendly zones to more challenging reds, blacks and off-piste terrain. There are tree-lined runs, snowparks and freestyle areas, plus easy connections to neighbouring resorts across both France and Switzerland. Whether you're learning to ski or chasing fresh powder, Morzine combines a classic alpine setting with a relaxed village atmosphere and a great choice of places to eat.
Climbing in Morzine
Morzine is a brilliant place to try your hand at climbing, whether you're a complete beginner or looking for your next alpine challenge. From scenic rock faces and Via Ferrata routes to thrilling ice climbs and mountaineering adventures, there's something for everyone. You can hire all the kit in resort and book a guide to help you get started or take things to the next level. With stunning views and a variety of routes nearby, it’s a great way to explore the mountains from a different perspective.
Guides & Tours in Morzine
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Canyoning
Located in Morzine
Fancy diving, swimming, sliding, abseiling and discovering how the water dug its paths along the river and the rocks? Canyoning is for you!
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Cascade Aventure
Located in Morzine
This is an adventure company based next to the Nyon waterfall in Morzine.
Culture and guided tours in Morzine
Morzine offers a mix of local culture, history and traditions to discover during your stay. You can join a free guided tour of the old town, visit cheese cellars to learn how classic Savoyard cheeses are made or take a walk through the dramatic Gorges du Pont du Diable. On a rainy day or if you’re taking a break from the slopes, head to one of the nearby museums or visit Morzine’s slate workshop to find out more about the village’s heritage.
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Alta Lumina enchanted night walk
Located in Morzine
In the heart of the French Alps, in the village of Les Gets, experience a night walk in an enchanted forest like no other. Set off along the path of a travelling music-maker and his hot-air balloon, and follow his incredible journey beyond the mountains.
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Pointe de Nyon hiking and trails, Morzine
Located in Morzine
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
Located in Les Gets
Explore the mechanical music museum where you will learn about the history and development of mechanical musical instruments through the ages.
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Les Gorges du Pont du Diable
Located in Morzine
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
Located in Morzine
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.
Cycling in Morzine
Cycling
Morzine is great for cyclists. There are 15 mapped itineraries starting from here as well as 25 mountain passes within 50 km. The resort also boasts an international reputation thanks to having hosted 22 stages of the Tour de France. Although the routes are sometimes short, they are often quite steep which means that, to gain the most from your riding in the area, you need to have a reasonable level of fitness. The most famous cycling route here is the ascent from Morzine to Avoriaz which is a short 14.5 km with 850 metres of altitude gain and an average 6% ascent with peaks of 11%. When you're tackling it, try and measure yourself against Bernard Hinault's record: 33 minutes in 1979.
Bike Hire in Morzine
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Road bike hire
Located in Morzine
This road biking specialist shop is located on Rue du Bourg, just up the hill from Bar Robinson in the centre of Morzine.
Fishing in Morzine
Lake fishing
There are a few local and nearby lakes where you can catch some fish and enjoy the alpine scenery: Lac Mines d’Or, Lac Montriond, Lac Plan du Rocher... You can also fish the River Dranse, which runs from Morzine to Evian, in which the much sought after Lake Geneva (Lac Leman) trout spawn their eggs. You must, however, ensure that you have the correct fishing permit and are aware of the local fishing regulations.
To fish on Lac Mines d'Or you can obtain a fishing permit from the Lac Mines d'Or restaurant.
Fitness and swimming in Morzine
Staying active in Morzine is easy, with plenty of ways to keep fit and have fun. Head to Parc des Dereches for swimming, fitness classes, team sports and a relaxing spa, or try the gym and Pilates studio at Mountain Rehab. There’s a choice of indoor pools, plus squash, tennis and even beach volleyball in summer, making it a great spot for all ages to stay on the move.
Sports & Fitness in Morzine
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Aquariaz
Located in Avoriaz
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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Mountain Rehab gym
Located in Morzine
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.
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Buzz Performance at The Hive
Located in Morzine
The Hive is a well equipped modern and spacious gym for solo or group training.
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Mountain Rehab Spa and treatments
Located in Morzine
Mountain Rehab was founded in Morzine in 2007 and since then, have built a fantastic reputation for providing experienced therapists for both sports massage and physiotherapy treatments. They also offer gym facilities and Pilates classes which are perfect for those recovering from an injury or surgery.
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Outdoor and indoor ice rinks
Located in Morzine
Situated right in the heart of Morzine, this 30m x 15m outdoor ice rink is open to the public throughout the winter season.
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Outdoor ice rink
Located in Les Gets
This outdoor ice rink in the heart of Les Gets is open throughout the winter season, depending on the weather.
Flying in Morzine
Take to the skies in Morzine and enjoy the mountains from a whole new perspective. From scenic helicopter tours to peaceful hot air balloon rides and thrilling paragliding flights, there are plenty of ways to experience the Alps from above.
Daily helicopter trips offer panoramic views over snowy peaks and forests, while hot air ballooning gives a more relaxed way to take it all in. For something more hands-on, try paragliding with a local instructor and glide down from one of the nearby peaks.
Flying in Morzine
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Paragliding
Located in Morzine
See Morzine and Avoriaz from the air with a thrilling tandem flight where you can take in the stunning scenery and even do some aerobatics.
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Heliskiing/boarding
For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
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Helicopter tours
Located in Bourg-Saint-Maurice
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
Golf in Morzine
Morzine is a great base for a round of golf in the mountains, with two scenic courses nearby. The nine hole Morzine Avoriaz course sits at the edge of the forest with views of the Aravis mountains, while the 18 hole course in Les Gets offers a more technical challenge and sweeping alpine panoramas, including views of Mont Blanc from the seventh tee. Both have welcoming clubhouses, terraces for lunch or drinks and facilities including coaching and equipment hire.
Golf Courses in Morzine
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Les Gets golf course
Located in Les Gets
The Les Gets golf course is a full 18 hole course with views of the surrounding mountains including Mont Blanc. The course is open during the summer months and has a club house and pro shop.
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Golf club Morzine
Located in Avoriaz
The Morzine Avoriaz golf course is based around the Procolou piste just under Avoriaz town.
Horse riding in Morzine
Horse riding in Morzine is a fun way to explore the mountain scenery, with trails for all levels and lessons available at the Parc des Dereches equestrian centre. You can join a guided ride, take a pony out with the kids or even try a camping trek with views of Mont Blanc. In summer, horse-drawn carriage rides are a lovely way to discover the village and in winter, you can take a traditional sleigh ride through the snow.
Horse-riding in Morzine
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Morzine Ski Joering
Located in Avoriaz
A unique equestrian winter activity! Discover a fun way to get around on the snow – being pulled by a horse! You'll be joined by a specially harnessed horse while you stand on your skis.
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Equestrian Centre
Located in Morzine
Discover this equestrian centre in Morzine for a variety of different horse riding experiences, whether you are a novice or proficient rider.
Indoor activities in Morzine
Morzine has a good mix of indoor activities for days off the mountain or when the weather takes a turn. You can go swimming, try out the gym, browse the shops or enjoy a relaxed afternoon at a spa. There’s a small bowling alley and bar in nearby Les Gets that's great for groups or non-skiers, and Morzine’s central cinema, Cinema Rex, shows the latest releases with some screenings in English.
Things To Do in Morzine
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Buzz Performance at The Hive
Located in Morzine
The Hive is a well equipped modern and spacious gym for solo or group training.
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Parc des Dereches
Located in Morzine
The Morzine Parc des Dérêches sports centre offers a wide range of sports and fitness activities in summer and winter.
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Le Bowling Bar
Located in Les Gets
Located on the main high street in Les Gets is this small ten-pin bowling alley & bar. Perfect on bad weather days or just a good place to go with a group and get competitive!
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Le Rex Cinema
Enjoy a selection of new hit releases.
Mountain-biking & Fat-biking in Morzine
Morzine is one of the best places in the Alps for mountain biking, with access to the wider Portes du Soleil area and its vast network of trails. With over 80 km of enduro routes and 50km of downhill tracks, there’s something here for everyone, from complete beginners to seasoned pros. The lifts make it easy to reach the trails and Morzine’s central location means you can ride straight back into town from most routes.
If you're after something a bit different, try fat biking. Available in both summer and winter, it’s a fun and fast way to explore the slopes, with guided sessions on snow during the winter months.
Bike Hire in Morzine
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Mountain bike hire
Located in Morzine
Located just 50 metres from the tourist office and 200 metres from the Pleney cable car, this mountain bike hire shop has everything you need for a summer holiday in the French Alps.
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Mountain bike hire
Located in Morzine
This company offers a range of bikes for hire, including downhill and enduro mountain bikes, fatbikes, cross-country bikes, road bikes, and family bikes.
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Mountain bike hire
Located in Les Gets
This trusted Les Gets bike shop has been offering quality rentals, top gear from leading brands, and expert mechanical support for years.
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Mountain bike hire
Located in Morzine
This MTB store is located on Rue du Bourg, just up the hill from Bar Robinson in the centre of Morzine.
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Mountain bike hire
Located in Morzine
This company offers a great range of mountain bikes for hire, from full-suspension downhill and enduro bikes to full-suspension models for kids.
Paragliding / Parapenting
If you’ve never tried paragliding before, then Morzine is a great place to learn how to fly. Known as 'parapenting' in France, there are a great number of clubs and organisations in the area whose sole purpose is to give you the experience of flying. Flights usually start at the top of the Super Morzine lift and descend down to the Pléney. Other popular routes depart from the Chaux Fleurie, the Ardent and the Crete d'Arare. Top tip: go on a sunny, warm day when the thermals will keep your airborne for longer.
Flying in Morzine
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Paragliding
Located in Morzine
See Morzine and Avoriaz from the air with a thrilling tandem flight where you can take in the stunning scenery and even do some aerobatics.
Snow and ice activities in Morzine
Morzine offers plenty of snow and ice activities for those looking for fun beyond the ski slopes. Try snowshoeing through quiet forests and hidden valleys, with views of Mont Blanc and the chance to spot local wildlife. You can glide across the outdoor rink in the village square or head indoors to the year-round rink at Parc des Dereches. Sledging is fun to enjoy, you can hire and buy sledges from hire shops in town. For something different, you could take a husky ride, race a snowmobile or even dive beneath the frozen surface of Lac Montriond.
Things To Do in Morzine
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Night sledging
Located in Avoriaz
Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.
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Avoscoot Snowmobiling
Located in Avoriaz
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
Located in Avoriaz
Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.
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Morzine Ski Joering
Located in Avoriaz
A unique equestrian winter activity! Discover a fun way to get around on the snow – being pulled by a horse! You'll be joined by a specially harnessed horse while you stand on your skis.
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Ice diving
Located in Montriond
Montriond Lake (1064 m) is the third largest lake in Haute Savoie, after Lake Geneva and Lake Annecy. Its maximum depth is 19m to a maximum length of 1320m and a maximum width of 235m.
Spas and massages in Morzine
If it is calm and relaxation you’re after then head to a luxury day spa or book in for massage therapies and beauty treatments. A day spa is also the perfect activity when the weather turns. You can keep warm and revive aching muscles in saunas, steam rooms and jacuzzis or take a refreshing dip in a swimming pool. Unwind, relax and indulge.
Spas in Morzine
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Mountain Rehab Spa and treatments
Located in Morzine
Mountain Rehab was founded in Morzine in 2007 and since then, have built a fantastic reputation for providing experienced therapists for both sports massage and physiotherapy treatments. They also offer gym facilities and Pilates classes which are perfect for those recovering from an injury or surgery.
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Massage Me
Massage Me work across the French Alps and can offer a whole variety of massages and treatments in your own chalet, apartment or hotel.
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Morzine Massage
Located in Morzine
After a hard day on the mountain, why not treat yourself to some massage therapy so you can get rid of any aches and pains and truly unwind on your holiday.
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Hotel Le Samoyede Spa
Located in Morzine
Relax and give yourself an enchanted moment in this glorious spa in Morzine, located right in the heart of Morzine.
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Mobile Mountain Massage
Located in Morzine
Mobile Mountain Massage offers a wide range of massage treatments in and around Morzine, Les Gets and St Jean d'Aulps.
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Sereni-Cimes Spa
Located in Les Gets
This spa is located in the Hotel Marmotte complex in the centre of Les Gets, and is linked to the main hotel by an internal corridor.

Tennis and racket sports in Morzine
Tennis
The tennis club at the Parc des Dereches offers six hard courts and three synthetic grass courts, available to rent from early June to the end of September. They also have tennis training and lessons, while balls and rackets are available for rent.
Theme and waterparks in Morzine
Whether you’re cooling off in summer or looking for a fun activity whatever the weather, there are some great waterparks to enjoy in and around Morzine. From the tropical-themed Aquariaz in Avoriaz to the inflatable obstacle course on the lake in Les Gets, and the pools and slides at Morzine’s Parc des Dérêches, there’s something for all ages to dive into.
Walking, hiking and running in Morzine
Morzine is a fantastic place for walking and hiking, with access to over 800 kilometres of marked trails across the Portes du Soleil. Whether you're after a gentle stroll to a nearby lake or a longer hike through alpine ridges and across into Switzerland, there’s something for all levels. You’ll find scenic routes in summer and groomed trails for winter walking too, with lift access making it easy to reach higher ground. Trail runners are also well catered for with hundreds of marked routes, including technical climbs and high-altitude skyruns. Morzine and Les Gets host trail running events too.
Guides & Tours in Morzine
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Snowshoeing
Located in Avoriaz
Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.
Watersports in Morzine
If you're looking to cool off or try something new, Morzine offers plenty of ways to get out on the water. From paddle boarding and kayaking at Lac Montriond to white water rafting, canyoning and even hydrospeeding on the River Dranse, there's a watersport for every level of adventure. You can also explore mountain caves on a guided caving trip for a different kind of underground splash.
Watersports in Morzine
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Aquariaz
Located in Avoriaz
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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Whitewater rafting, near Morzine
Located in Avoriaz
A selection of exhilarating rafting excursions to suit all abilities.
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Hydrospeeding
Located in Avoriaz
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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Canyoning
Located in Morzine
Fancy diving, swimming, sliding, abseiling and discovering how the water dug its paths along the river and the rocks? Canyoning is for you!
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Lac Montriond
Located in 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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Cascade Aventure
Located in Morzine
This is an adventure company based next to the Nyon waterfall in Morzine.