Les Dereches Park
A gentle and easy walk of varying lengths, taking you around the river Dranse
With three different circuit options possible, you can choose from a short 40min walk to a 1h20 walk. Located near the Parc des Dereches, you can combine this walk with the wide range of activities that are possible at the sports centre. Swimming, tennis, indoor climbing and horse riding are just some of the sports that you can try your hand at while in Morzine.
What to bring
This route can be found on IGN map 3528, Morzine - Massif du Chablais.
What to see
Sights in Morzine
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Les Gorges du Pont du Diable
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
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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Slate workshop
Discover and explore the slate mines of Morzine.
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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.
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Lac 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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Mechanical Music museum
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 in Morzine
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L'Etale Restaurant
Located near the Pleney lift and l’Opera nightclub, L’Etale is reputed to be one of Morzine's best restaurants, serving great food at a reasonable price. It is a versatile restaurant for families and groups, although in high season if you’re in a large group it’s definitely worth booking ahead as it does get very busy.
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La Grange Restaurant
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.
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Le PaSionNant Restaurant
Fine dining in Morzine, imaginative dishes and great presentation
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Restaurant la Pointe de Nyon & Les Aigles du Léman
Le Pointe de Nyon offers stunning mountain views and a unique nature park with birds of prey alongside a menu of traditional French and Savoyard dishes. Its famous Savoyard burger with Reblochon and red wine onion compote is a must-try. Open daily with activities for all ages, it’s perfect for a mountain day out.
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The Hideout Kitchen
Every season Hideout Hostel scours Europe for the best pop up restaurants around to bring guests the most fantastic food possible. Eat in the stylish bar or on the sunny terrace.
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O'Chalet Bar & Restaurant
Ô Chalet is a lively, laid-back spot in Morzine serving tasty burgers, bagels, kebabs and crepes at reasonable prices. With a broad menu and buzzing atmosphere, it’s ideal for a quick bite, après snack or casual meal with friends or family. Open all year round, it’s a popular choice for both locals and visitors.
What to do
Things To Do in Morzine
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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.
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Buzz Performance at The Hive
The Hive is a well equipped modern and spacious gym for solo or group training.
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Guided snowshoe walks
Escape the busy slopes this winter and strap on some snowshoes!
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Mountain Rehab gym
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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Summer luge
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.
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Mountain guides
This ski school offers off-piste and ski touring lessons in Morzine for those looking to take their skiing or snowboarding to the next level.
Directions
Following the path between the swimming pool and the river Dranse, you can walk along the river and enjoy the scenery it has to offer. As the path is tarmac you can even take a pushchair if you need to. To do the shorter of the walks take the Decheres bridge over the river (just passed the horse riding centre) and walk back down the other side of the river.
If you were to continue along the path you will follow the field that sits just below Montriond, with the beautiful scenery of the mountains behind, here you can take the bridge and follow the river along the other side. If you would like to do the longest of the routes then continue along the path passing the big field and entering a forest on a path still following the river. You will then pass a football ground and from here you head over the next bridge and walk along the other side of the river.
