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Almost 2m of snow in the past 10 days in Avoriaz

The best conditions of the season so far in the Portes du Soleil

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By George Treble, Updated

The snowstorm cycle started rolling through on February 26th and we've had snow on and off since then. The biggest dump took place last Monday, and there have been regular top-ups every day since then.

Most of these dumps have come with low temperatures, meaning that the whole of the Avoriaz ski area has received fresh snow, and it's the powdery, fluffy kind.

We've got a little bit more snow due tonight and another big dump on Sunday night into Monday. The forecast suggests that temperatures will warm up a bit after that.

Ski Hire in Avoriaz

Ski Hire in Avoriaz

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  • A brightly lit Sport 2000 ski/sports rental shop at night, with snow on the ground, showcasing winter gear in a wooden building.

    Crozats Sports

    Location
    Avoriaz

    No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your 1st skiing day. 

  • Skiers standing on top of a snow covered mountain with the word skiset on the bottom

    Amara Sport

    Location
    Avoriaz

    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!

  • Skimium - Top Ski Ski Hire, Avoriaz

    Top Ski

    Location
    Avoriaz

    Top Ski has been well known name for equipment rental in Avoriaz for more than 30 years. Ideally located in the central square, this ski hire shop is only 50m from the Tourist Office and has easy access to all of the resort amenities.

  • A snow-covered wooden building entrance houses a cinema and Intersport ski rental shop. Snowy ground leads up to the steps.

    Place Centrale

    Location
    Avoriaz

    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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    Pelen Sports

    Location
    Avoriaz

    This ski rental shop in Avoriaz is towards the bottom of the main street, at the foot of the résidence "les Portes du Soleil", above the restaurant La Boule de Neige, close to the pharmacy.

  • A salomon store with skis in front of it

    Burton

    Location
    Avoriaz

    Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the NetSki Salomon store!

Ski Schools in Avoriaz

Ski School Lessons in Avoriaz

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  • A person wearing a jacket that says super on it

    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.

  • A man in a blue jacket helps a woman ski down a snowy slope

    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.

  • An adult and three children in ski gear, some with orange vests, stand on a sunny, snow-covered mountain slope under a clear blue sky.

    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.

  • A group of people skiing down a snow covered slope

    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.

  • A group of people skiing down a snow covered slope

    Private ski lessons

    Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer private lessons for beginners up to those looking to hone technique.

  • A group of people skiing down a snowy hill

    Group ski lessons

    Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer group lessons with no more than eight people per lesson.

Airport Transfers in Avoriaz

Transfers for Avoriaz

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  • Summit Transfers - Private Airport Transfers,

    Private airport transfers

    This private airport transfer company has been operating in the French Alps for over ten years, run by a local who'll also be your driver.

  • A white van with the word aloy transfers on the side

    Private and shared airport transfers

    This company offers a great value shuttle service as well as private transfers from Geneva Airport to Morzine, Les Gets and Avoriaz. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.

  • Private Airport Transfers,

    Private and shared airport transfers

    This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Avoriaz, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.

  • A row of white vans are parked in front of snowy mountains

    Private airport transfers

    The team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.

Winter Things To Do in Avoriaz

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Wintersport Things To Do in Avoriaz

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  • someone ice skating

    Outdoor ice rink

    Location
    Avoriaz

    Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.

  • Val Heliski,

    Heliskiing/boarding

    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.

  • A person walking in the snow with mountains in the background

    Snowshoeing

    Location
    Avoriaz

    Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.

  • Man on snowmobile

    Avoscoot snowmobiling

    Location
    Avoriaz

    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.

  • Val Heliski,

    Helicopter tours

    Location
    Bourg-Saint-Maurice

    A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.

  • Night Sledging, Avoriaz

    Night sledging

    Location
    Avoriaz

    Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.

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