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Skiing in a t-shirt and long lunches - there's a lot to love about spring in Avoriaz
Spring is in the air as we enjoy longer sunnier days. Don't forget your sunscreen!
The Easter holidays bring families back to the resort for a short end of season break in the mountains. The warmer spring days also brings a party vibe to the town and the sun/snow conditions obviously warrant a longer lunch break on a sunny terrace to top up the tan, and après-ski seemingly starts a little earlier.
To make the most of the longer sunny days we like get out on our touring skis and split-boards, get away from the lifts, and find that last bit of untouched snow. Whilst some locals are brave enough to bring out their bikes for a quick trip, in general it's still too cold and icy to risk any biking adventures.
Read on for a look at what we like to do in resort throughout April.
As winter draws to a close for another year, the snow on the lower slopes is usually much heavier by midday. The temperatures rarely dip below freezing, usually falling between a low of 2ºC and a high of 12ºC, plus there's still the chance of snow as April averages two days snowfall, and therefore a powder day isn't out of the question.
April is a popular month for families so the slopes are noticeably busier as soon as the Easter holidays begin. Fortunately, the Portes du Soleil ski area is so vast, that even in high season you can find quiet slopes and minimal lift queues. Here are our insider's top tips for the school holidays:
Although festival season in the mountains has been and gone, the party isn’t over until we say it is. The atmosphere in resort at this time of year is unbeatable. Finally the seasonnaires have more time to ski, the slopes are generally quieter, and the closing weekend parties are imminent.
If you’ve got the time and disposable cash for a cheeky weekend away to ski and party, get out here for the second half of the month.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
April is also when Easter falls, and is therefore synonymous with the school holidays. As hundreds of children and their families descend on the pistes, the resort puts on a show for them. There are lots of activities to keep the little ones entertained on and off the mountain. There's also sporting activities for those with or without children, such as ski touring and night skiing under the floodlights.
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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.
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.
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.
Discover the wintry mountains on foot and enjoy an evening meal in a mountain refuge or igloo.
As the European spring holidays start there will be a number of events and activities suited to children of all ages going on in resort. The daily entertainment programme is updated weekly, so keep an eye out for one off events during your stay. Aside from this you'll find plenty of entertainment and competitions for the kids up on the slopes also, so be sure to check with your ski school for anything going on.
The Morzine-Avoriaz Hockey club play competitive and friendly matches throughout the summer and winter season.
Rock on Snow Tour is a festival bringing together all things snow that kicks off the Portes du Soleil winter season in some serious style.
The world's leading obstacle race company brings its Spartan race to Morzine in winter over one weekend, with races over 10km or 21km.
Christmas is a wonderful time of year wherever you spend it, but high in the snowy mountains, it's even more magical!
DJ Thursday at Folie Douce
Finish the year in style and start next year with the best of dance floor sound.
If you're coming to Avoriaz this month or later in the summer, now is the time to start thinking about booking accommodation, how to get here, and some of the many things you can do whilst you're in resort.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsThere is plenty going on in Avoriaz throughout the year. The resort plays host to a number of winter music festivals which take place across the resort and pistes, namely Rock the Pistes and Snowboxx in March. In summer, the Pass'portes du Soleil mountain bike festival is the biggest event for bikers, with the occasional Tour de France stage passing nearby.
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