Super Morzine
This Intersport shop has direct access to the slopes and the Portes du Soleil ski area. Whether you are renting equipment for a holiday or buying your own kit, their staff will be happy to help you make a great choice.
Fresh snow in Morzine, with more on the way
After some very cold days, the snow has returned to Morzine
While Britain is getting battered by storms, the same weather systems have brought fresh snow to Europe. In the past 24 hours there has been approximately 10 to 15 centimetres of fresh snow throughout the Portes du Soleil, with more forecast for the next week.
Conditions on piste have been very good recently and the February crowds have not had too adverse an effect on the snow. There is one week left of the European school holidays but the crowds have dropped off significantly in the past week. The pistes had been slightly icy in places but the fresh snowfall has made things significantly better. The conditions off-piste have also been improved by the recent snow, although it is probably better to wait for the further snowfall that is currently forecast.
The Mont Chery bubble stopped working briefly on Thursday but this was only a short-term problem and it is now running smoothly. Other than that, the entire Portes du Soleil is open at the moment. The only thing that could cause a problem would be if the wind picks up over the next few days but the forecast at the moment suggests that there will only be a light breeze for the duration of the coming week.
At the moment the weather is overcast, with snowfall forecast for the afternoon and the entire weekend. Conditions on the roads have been very bad for the last 24 hours and, with the extra snowfall over the weekend, things could get very chaotic for transfers to and from resort. There have been a large number of cancellations and delays for flights into and out of Geneva, so anyone travelling to or from Morzine should check for updates on their flights and transfers. The roads are being cleared regularly although sudden heavy snowfall will undoubtedly cause traffic to grind to a halt once again. There were huge traffic jams going to Geneva yesterday, with some people taking over three hours to get to the airport.
The base layer in Morzine has been good since December due to the heavy early season snowfall but a top up was needed to get things back to the excellent condition they had been in. There had not been any heavy snowfall during January and February and any snow that had fallen was offset by the rain that seemed to just keep coming, but it looks as though March is going to be much better. Snow is expected to fall for almost the entirety of the coming week, with very little sunshine. At the moment Thursday afternoon looks as though it will be the only time of the week when there will be any sunshine.
With visibility being poor for the next few days the best places to ski is anywhere where there are trees and slightly better visibility. Up the Arare and Fornet there probably won’t be much visibility at all. If the weather gets worse they are the two areas that are most likely to close, although at the moment they are still open.
The temperatures have risen slightly from the past week and it looks as though there won’t be any more days of -20ºC weather for this week. The temperature is forecast to stay around 0ºC to -4ºC, rarely heading into plus figures. At the moment, it looks as though March is going to get off to a perfect start with the amount of snow forecast for the coming week. Following a couple of months where conditions were good but not ideal, things could be about to get back to the incredible conditions of December.
The base layer is still around 2m at the lower levels of the resorts and over 3.5m at the highest points of Avoriaz. The snow should last for quite a while now but the top-up that is currently expected will mean there is fresh powder for everyone to enjoy as well as perfectly groomed pistes throughout the entire Portes du Soleil.
Ski Hire in Morzine
Ski Hire in Morzine
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Action Sports
A great ski hire shop which is located on the Avenue de Joux Plane, near the underground parking and next to the ESF snow garden. Bertrand and Géraldine and the team will welcome you, and assist you in the store.
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The Hub
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Morzine? Just visit the NetSki The Hub store!
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Michaud Sports 1
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Les Gets? Just visit the Skiset Michaud Sports 1 store!
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Evasion Sports
This ski rental shop is ideally located in the centre of resort close to the Mont Cherry lift.
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Télé Pleney
This Intersport shop is the perfect place for renting equipment for a holiday or buying your own kit, their staff will be happy to help you make a great choice.
Ski Schools in Morzine
Ski School Lessons in Morzine
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Private ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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Group ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Group ski lessons
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Private ski lessons
Enjoy private ski lessons in Morzine with expert instructors. Personalised coaching helps beginners and advanced skiers alike improve their skills, explore the slopes, and make the most of their time in the French Alps. Flexible schedules and small groups ensure focused, fun, and safe lessons for everyone.
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Group ski lessons
Unlock your skiing potential with this ski school. Spend quality time with friends and push your skiing together at an affordable price.
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Private ski lessons
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
Airport Transfers in Morzine
Transfers for Morzine
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Private airport transfers
From the airport to the slopes, they handle the rest. Geneva's most trusted private ski transfers.
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Private airport transfers
This private airport transfer company has been operating in the French Alps for over ten years, run by a local who'll also be your driver.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Morzine, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers two great value shuttle services as well as a private service from Geneva Airport to Morzine, Les Gets and Avoriaz. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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Private airport transfers
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
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Private and shared airport transfers
With over 15 years of experience in the Alps, Getaway vans use this knowledge to ensure your holiday gets off to the best possible hassle-free start.
Winter Things To Do in Morzine
Wintersport Things To Do in Morzine
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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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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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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
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
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Night sledging
Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.
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Ice diving
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.
