Where to go when it's hot in the Portes du Soleil
How to stay cool in the summer heat of Avoriaz, check out these refreshing activities.
When summer heats up in the Morzine and Avoriaz area, the temperatures can soar above 30ºC. However, there are plenty of places to cool down in the Portes du Soleil, from lakes to rivers and swimming pools, you're never too far from the water.
Have some fun in the Wibit waterpark in Les Gets or gently canoe around Lac Montriond, cool down after a hike at the waterfall at Brochaux or for those wishing to enjoy the water at speed, try canyoning or white water rafting.
Here's a quick rundown of some of the more refreshing activities you can partake in on those stiflingly hot days.
When the temperatures are on the rise, get up early and head into the mountains. Many of the various hiking and walking routes around Avoriaz will take you up to an altitude where the summer temperatures are not quite as intense as they are when in resort. Make sure you go well prepared with plenty of water and sunscreen - don't forget your hat and sunglasses.
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.
Situated on Pointe de Nyon this walk offers fantastic views without a great deal of effort
A beautiful and leisurely walk starting from Montriond town centre at the car park between the church and the town hall, with the church's original bell tower being a spectacular monument itself, take a pause and look at the distinctive structure
Using the cable car for easier access, this walk takes in Lac Vert, located just over the Swiss border. Walking above 2,000m, you enjoy the fresh mountain air and soak in the amazing views for miles around.
Taking a path high above the River Dranse de Sous le Saix, this walk leads you to Belvedere du Lac offering great views of the Lac de Montriond far below you in the valley.
The historical discovery of slate in Morzine dates as far back as 1732. Found in all the cliffs overhanging the Valley de Sous le Saix (Slate Valley). In the Lappiaz mine, the slate was quarried and made use of between 1856 and 1963.
Those struggling to cool down can find a number of ways to get wet, whether that's indoor or outdoor - head to Aquariz for indoor pools and slides, or take things to the extremes and try your hand at canyoning, hydrospeed or white water rafting. And if that all sounds like a bit much, take a picnic and relax at Lac Montriond where you can dip in and out of the water at your leisure.
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.
This is an amazing activity where you can have fun on the river, suitable for good swimmers from 14 years and above.
A selection of exhilarating rafting excursions to suit all abilities.
Fancy diving, swimming, sliding, abseiling and discovering how the water dug its paths along the river and the rocks? Canyoning is for you!
A large, floating, inflatable obstacle course with around 40 different modules to play on, including a human catapult, rock climbing, trampolines, a giant slide and monkey cage to name a few.
Located at the Dereches sports area, this company offers a wide range of activities in both summer and winter.
To escape the heat, go high. There's no hiding from the sun, but higher altitudes means lower temperatures and you could do worse than a walk in the mountains, or a visit to one of the local farms or lakes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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