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Event Previews & Reviews from Avoriaz

Read reviews of the best Avoriaz events

The Grande Odyssee Video, Avoriaz 2008

Europes largest husky dog race in the Portes du Soleil.

Through the Savoie and the Haute Savoie, husky-dog mushers from the twelve or so different countries worldwide will be competing during a 2-week effort race over 1,000 km and over 25,000 m of cumulated positive difference in altitude.

a biker jumping through the air

1st Edition of Crankworx Les Gets

The biggest MTB festival in its new European home

Crankworx found a new European home this summer, moving from Les 2 Alpes to Les Gets, where it will stay for at least the next three years and what a success it's been...

a mountain biker in a baseball cap

Countdown to Crankworx with Wyn Masters

With less than 2 weeks to go the star of Wyn TV tells us what to expect

Since it first began in Whistler in 2004 Crankworx has grown to be one of the biggest events in the mountain bike calendar, with extra dates added in Rotorua, New Zealand and France.

What's on for winter 2018/19 in Avoriaz

What's on for winter 2018/19 in Avoriaz

All the biggest events in resort for the upcoming season

Avoriaz hosts some great events each winter, from an epic opening day, to a whole host of music festivals, there's plenty to look forward to this winter.

Road to Sochi with Freestyle Team GB Park & Pipe Team

Freeskiers & Snowboarders, Slopestyle & Halfpipe

How the team trains for the Olympics and how they came to be a team in the first place.

Billy Morgan Road to Sochi with Freestyle Team GB

One Team to Sochi Billy Morgan

Billy Morgan is one of the Britian's best chances of a Freestyle snowboarding medal at the Sochi Olympics.

What's on in & around Avoriaz this week

Charity events, end of season parties & more

There's a lot going on this week with some great events, live music and apres ski parties.

Sky team in paris

British success in Tour de France

Froome takes 3rd Tour de France title in 2016

After four exciting days of racing in the Alps, Chris Froome emerged victorious in Paris for the third win of his career. Equalling the records of Philippe Thys, Louison Bobet and Greg LeMond who all have three Tour wins under their belts, and becoming Britain's first three-time winner.

a cyclist in the yellow jersey of the tour de france

Le Tour 2016 - the story so far

7 days in & it's already produced some spectacular results

Le Tour de France 2016 kicked off last Saturday with stage one and the 'Grand Depart' being hosted by the stunning island community of Le Mont Saint Michel.

a man with his arms crossed

Rock the Pistes Programme 2017

The return of the free music festival on the slopes

Rock The Pistes 2017 has returned to the Portes Du Soleil.

Portes du Soleil Tour to Cookie Cafe

A challenge to get around the Portes du Soleil & up to the Cookie Cafe

This year, Cookie Cafe at the top of Mosettes lift in the Portes du Soleil have set up a challenge for you, our readers to try.

April: What's On & Weather in Avoriaz

April in Avoriaz: What's on and weather

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!

Crankworx Les Gets gets off to a flying start

Crankworx Les Gets gets off to a flying start

Whip-off competition kicks off the 1st edition of Crankworx in Les Gets

The weather thankfully held off long enough for yesterday's European whip off competition in Les Gets to take place and spectators were treated to huge air and lots of style as competitors battled it out for the prize money.

a cyclist on the podium

Chris Froome wins 3rd Criterium du Dauphine

British cyclist on target for another Tour de France victory?

Chris Froome won his third Criterium du Dauphine race yesterday as the race came to a conclusion in Superdévoluy.

James Woods Road to Sochi with Freestyle Team GB

One Team to Sochi - James "Woodsy" Woods

Meet one of Britian's best Freestyle medal chances at the Sochi Olympics; James Woods.

Jamie Nicholls Road to Sochi with Freestyle Team GB

One Team to Sochi with Jamie Nicholls

Episode four of One Team to Sochi is out and it's all about the young lad from Bradford; Jamie Nicholls.

Avoriaz Events Guide for This Week

A look at what's coming up on the events calendar this week

There's lots going on in the week ahead!

Avoriaz in March 2020 - What weather to expect & what to do

March in Avoriaz: What's on and weather

It's quieter, warmer with longer days, great skiing and long lazy lunches in the sun.

More than half the season done, it's magical March and a chilled vibe settles on the resort.

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