Mont Ouzon Tour
A long and challenging hike offering breathtaking scenery and views
This hike provides interesting and diverse scenery with views over Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc. Soak up the picturesque scenery and enjoy the beautiful views
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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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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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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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Mechanical Music museum
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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Alta Lumina enchanted night walk
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.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Morzine
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Le PaSionNant Restaurant
Fine dining in Morzine, imaginative dishes and great presentation
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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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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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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 Colibri Restaurant
A cosy and relaxed eatery, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, as well as a great selection of coffees and cakes and with a well-stocked bar for apéro.
What to do
Things To Do in Morzine
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Guided snowshoe walks
Escape the busy slopes this winter and strap on some snowshoes!
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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.
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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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Buzz Performance at The Hive
The Hive is a well equipped modern and spacious gym for solo or group training.
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Cross-Country skiing
Escape the busy slopes this winter and learn how to cross-country ski.
Directions
Starting from the Corbier pass above the Le Biot village just outside of Morzine, you can complete the hike in around seven hours. With forest pathways and excellent views, from the Corbier pass take the tarmac road to L'Arbay and follow the forest track which winds down to Pas de l'Ours. At Pas de l'Ours take the stepped section leading to La Tire.
The track will take a small hill which has a view of Lake Geneva and Mont-Blanc on the way. A forest path will take you to Col de Nocodex where you can stop for a break if desired. Continuing on, take the path on the right towards the Col de Plan Champ where you will join another forest track leading to Ouzon. Head downwards across the Ouzon fields and back to Col de Corbier following the wide forest track.
