Des Amis Chalet, near Avoriaz
3 bedroom Chalet near Avoriaz. Sleeps 9
This is a comfortable three bedroom chalet with ski to the door access and just across from the new Prodains cable car making it a great location for those that want to get the most out of their ski holiday.
It has a warm and welcoming, contemporary alpine interior complete with open fire place to create that perfect cosy winter evening atmosphere.
The open plan living and dining area includes comfortable leather sofas which are ideal for relaxing on after a full day on the mountain whilst you switch off in front of a DVD and there is access to a balcony where you can enjoy the views of the surrounding mountains.
However, if you prefer to indulge in some spa facilities after a day on the slopes or at the golf course, then you can soothe any aching muscles in the hot tub and heat yourself to the bone in their sauna. Massage treatments are also available on request.
The chalet is open all year around so whether you want to visit this versatile Portes du Soleil to ski/snowboard, mountain bike or play golf, then this accommodation is a fantastic option.
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Directions
By Plane:
Geneva Airport is the closest airport to Morzine and airport transfers can be arranged for you by this chalet company.
By Train:
The nearest train station to Morzine is Cluses and transfers can be arranged through the chalet company. The Eurostar also now runs to Geneva which take 6 hours.
By Car: (NB: Dual Carriage way/Motorway signs in France are green. A roads are blue.)
From Calais take the A26 direction Paris/Lille. Stay on A26 following signs for Reims. Continue following signs for Dijon and Lyon, on A26, A5 and then A31. Near Dijon take the A39 direction Geneva. Join the A40 still following signs to Geneva. Stay on A40 by-passing Geneva following signs to Chamonix/Milan. Approx 30 miles after Geneva take turn off for Cluses and signs for Morzine/Les Gets. Once through Cluses keep following signs for Morzine through Taninges and Les Gets. Morzine is about ½ hour from Cluses and the total journey time from Calais is about 8 or 9 hours at the motorway speed limit of 130 kmh and having only short stops. The tolls are approx. 60 euros. If you intend taking the more scenic toll free but slower and there are no 24hr service stations.
When arriving at Geneva Airport, turn out of airport following green motorway sign for France. Go through 3 or 4 traffic lights until you reach a T-junction with traffic lights. Turn left and then right after about 100m following the sign for France. You should now be on the Swiss motorway E25. Stay on for approx. 5 miles and go through border control. When you have passed through the border, stay in the middle lane following signs for Chamonix. Stay on the motorway for about 30 miles passing Annemasse and Bonneville. Turn off at Cluses following signs for Morzine/Les Gets all through the town of Cluses. You will start to climb out of the town towards Taninges on the D902. Go through Taninges and Les gets staying on the D902 until you reach Morzine. It should take 1/2 hour from Cluses to Morzine. Tolls should cost approximately €6.
When approaching Morzine...
Take a right turn on a hairpin bend by the Savoie hotel. Stay on main road into the town centre. When approaching the centre the main road bears to the left. Take the turning to the right, which actually goes straight on following signs for Avoriaz. After 500m go straight on at a roundabout. At the next roundabout turn right still following signs for Avoriaz. Stay on main road around a couple of sharp bends. At the next roundabout go straight on which is the first exit following signs for telepherique and Les Prodains. Follow the road right to the end of the valley and the chalet is on the right just before the cable car.
Ski Hire nearby
Ski Hire in Avoriaz
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Place Centrale
Ski and snowboard rental store and sports shop is situated in the heart of resort in the Place Centrale next to the Cinema.
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CMP
In the heart of the resort, Cmp Skimium is ideally located close to the ski slopes and ski lifts.
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Amara Sport
You can’t wait for your next ski trip? Everything is already booked except your ski equipment? Don’t worry, we’ll help you find the perfect equipment to fully enjoy your ski holiday in Avoriaz!
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Fontaines Blanches
Snowboard & Ski Hire in Avoriaz Centre near the tourist information. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
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Skimium : Le 360
Axel welcomes you to the store, located near the Fontaines Blanches, the Cap Neige and the Alpages residences in the centre of Avoriaz.
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Burton
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the NetSki Salomon store!
Ski Schools nearby
Ski School Lessons in Avoriaz
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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.
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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 Avoriaz. 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
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
This British ski school offers you private tuition that will take you beyond your expectations. Whatever your personal goal they will help you achieve it.
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Group ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in Avoriaz and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Group ski lessons
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer group lessons with no more than eight people per lesson.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Avoriaz
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Horse drawn sleigh taxis
Avoriaz is a completely pedestrianised resort, no cars, vans or lorries. The best way to travel around, especially if you have little ones or lots of luggage is by horse drawn sleigh.
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Village Igloo aperitif and dinner
A dining experience like no other! A spectacular and unique 200m2 ice grotto, bar, restaurant and mini hotel in Avoriaz, where you'll enjoy a typical Savoyard cheese fondue or aperitif in a unique setting.
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Aquariaz
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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Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar
Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar in Avoriaz is a year-round destination for fun, food, and friendly competition. During the off-season, the venue welcomes guests from Monday to Friday, 12pm to 2pm and 6pm to 10pm, and on Saturdays from 4pm to 10pm, including public holidays and May bank holidays.
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Outdoor Ice Rink
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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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.
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Avoriaz
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La Cachette Restaurant
La Cachette is located in the heart of the historical Dromonts area in Avoriaz. It has a cosy alpine interior that will make you feel instantly at home.
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La Falaise Restaurant
Savoyard specialities, pizzas, pastas, sharing platters, a range of meat and fish dishes and more are on the menu here.
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La Fruitière Restaurant
La Fruitière at Folie Douce in Avoriaz serves gourmet regional dishes with a buzzing mountain atmosphere. Burgers include a pulled beef option and the plant-based Le Boyond, plus casual burgers at La Petite Cuisine. Open daily with après-ski entertainment, it’s a must-visit on the plateau.
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Le Fantastic
Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks all day long at the foot of the pistes, this restaurant has a large sunny terrace right on the snow front. It is an ideal place to call in for food or drinks at any time of the day and they also show all the big sporting events on the big screen.
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Les Ancelles Restaurant
Traditional bar and restaurant accessible on skis in winter or by foot in summer, within close reach of the Cascade des Brochaux.
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Les Trappeurs Restaurant
Serving Savoyard dishes, as well as Italian specialities, omelettes, burgers and salads, this restaurant is located in one of the busiest piste-side spots in Avoriaz. It's a great place to top up your tan on the terrace and people watch.
Nightlife nearby
Bars & Clubs in Avoriaz
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Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar
Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar in Avoriaz is a year-round destination for fun, food, and friendly competition. During the off-season, the venue welcomes guests from Monday to Friday, 12pm to 2pm and 6pm to 10pm, and on Saturdays from 4pm to 10pm, including public holidays and May bank holidays.
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The Place Bar and Nightclub
Established in the 1990s, The Place in Avoriaz quickly became a favourite among skiers and visitors, offering live music, lively après-ski, and a buzzing nightlife in the French Alps. Today, it remains “the place to be” for anyone seeking a memorable party, combining great entertainment with a welcoming and energetic atmosphere.
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Traiteur Tasting Bar
Traiteur tasting baris the perfect spot for wine and food lovers in the heart of Avoriaz. Located on Place des Dromonts, above the bowling alley, the bar welcomes you into a relaxed and playful atmosphere. Choose a cosy yellow Chesterfield armchair or swing gently on one of the suspended swings while savouring your favourite flavours.
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Le R Concept Store & Tasting Bar
Le R Concept Store & Tasting Bar in Avoriaz is a haven for food and wine lovers, offering an exquisite selection of fine delicacies to enjoy on the spot or to take away.
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Le Lounge Roc Bar
Le Lounge Roc Bar in Avoriaz is a must-visit destination for those seeking a refined dining and drinking experience in the heart of the Alps. Nestled within the iconic resort, the bar combines creative bistronomy, exceptional ingredients, and a welcoming atmosphere to create unforgettable moments.
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La Folie Douce Bar
La Folie Douce in Avoriaz is the ultimate destination for combining great food, music, and fun in a spectacular alpine setting. Every afternoon, this legendary après-ski venue brings together locals and visitors alike for open-access clubbing, spectacular shows, and unforgettable moments with family or friends.
Sights nearby
Sights in Avoriaz
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La Ferme de Seraussaix
This family run farm is open for visits in summer and winter where you can take a tour or simply buy some of their delicious cheeses.
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Cascade des Brochaux
The Cascade des Brochaux is a stunning waterfall located above Les Lindarets, the charming "goat village". Just a 1h30 walk from Avoriaz, or 30 minutes from Les Lindarets.
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Horse drawn sleigh taxis
Avoriaz is a completely pedestrianised resort, no cars, vans or lorries. The best way to travel around, especially if you have little ones or lots of luggage is by horse drawn sleigh.
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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.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Avoriaz
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Avoriaz
Avoriaz is a modern, purpose-built resort with wood-clad buildings that blend into the surrounding peaks. The village is entirely pedestrianised, so you’ll get around on foot, skis or by horse-drawn sleigh. Wherever you stay, you’re only a short glide from the lifts, restaurants and shops.
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Les Lindarets
The picturesque village of Les Lindarets or the "Goat Village” as it’s more fondly known, is a worth a visit in summer and winter.
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Morzine
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, it’s the perfect base for exploring twelve linked resorts across France and Switzerland.
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Montriond
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, it’s a charming spot for a relaxing ski holiday with easy access to the Portes du Soleil.
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Les Gets
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, it’s a friendly base with two local ski areas and easy links into the wider region.
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Saint Jean d'Aulps
St Jean d'Aulps is a quiet town that lies further down the valley below Morzine on the way to Thonon and Lac Léman (Lake Geneva).



















































































