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.
Snow Report, 11 December 2025
Winter is settling in well across Avoriaz this week. The resort has been sitting in a colder weather pattern, the high plateau has held its snow nicely, and conditions across the upper mountain have started to feel properly wintry. It has been a calm and bright few days, but more snow is on the horizon, and the town has that familiar early season buzz with the main opening weekend just ahead.
Snow & Weather Summary
Recent snowfall across the Portes du Soleil has helped keep the pistes in good shape for this stage of December. Avoriaz is currently reporting strong snow cover at altitude, with healthy depths on the upper runs and reliable coverage through the main beginner and intermediate areas. Overnight temperatures have stayed well below freezing on the mountain which has helped preserve the natural snow and allowed the piste teams to work with good conditions.
Forecasts for the coming days show the chance of a light top up, particularly from Friday into Saturday, along with another spell of colder air. Mid mountain could see several centimetres of fresh snow if the system tracks across the Haute Savoie as expected. Freezing levels are expected to sit low enough to protect the existing base, so the snowpack should continue to improve rather than deteriorate.
Lower down towards Morzine and Les Gets, snow cover remains more variable, as usual for this time of year, but Avoriaz itself remains firmly in winter territory.
Outlook & What's On
If the forecast snowfall arrives, pistes should feel refreshed heading into the weekend. The cold nights will help the snow settle well and should make early morning skiing the best of the day. More terrain is expected to open gradually as the snow consolidates, giving visitors a wider choice of runs.
Avoriaz begins its full seasonal programme from this weekend, with village activities, festive decorations going up and regular events restarting across the plateau. The first week of Christmas markets and family entertainment begins shortly after, and the resort will shift fully into holiday mode by mid December. Local businesses are reopening steadily and mountain restaurants are preparing for their first busy period of the season.
Snow Takeaway
Avoriaz continues to outperform many lower altitude resorts at this stage of the season. The snowpack on the upper mountain is solid, the weather is trending in the right direction, and early season conditions look set to improve further with the next round of snowfall. Anyone heading up this weekend should expect good skiing on the higher pistes and a steadily expanding ski area as more terrain opens.
Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and above for real time photos from Avoriaz. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday, so check back next week to see how the pistes are shaping up and what to expect from the snow forecast over the next seven days.
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Ski Hire in Avoriaz
Ski Hire in Avoriaz
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Avoriaz Sports
This ski hire shop is ideally located next to the Prodains cable car and a few meters from the ESF Ski School. The shop is in the same building as the 'La Taniere' restaurant. Pierre and his team will welcome you and assist you in the store.
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Le 720
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 first skiing day.
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Ski Land
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the Skiset Ski Land store!
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Burton
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the NetSki Salomon store!
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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!
Ski Schools in Avoriaz
Ski School Lessons in Avoriaz
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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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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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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
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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Group ski lessons
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer group lessons with no more than eight people per lesson.
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Private ski lessons
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer private lessons for beginners up to those looking to hone technique.
Airport Transfers in Avoriaz
Transfers for Avoriaz
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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.
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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.
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Private airport transfers
The Loyal Transfers 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.
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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.
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Private and shared airport transfers
With over 15 years of experience in the Alps, Getaway vans use this knowledge to ensure your holiday gets off to the best possible hassle-free start.
Winter Things To Do in Avoriaz
Wintersport Things To Do in Avoriaz
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Outdoor ice rink
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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Snowmobiling
When the pistes and lifts are closed in Avoriaz, you can still hit the slopes after dark on a snowmobile.
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Helicopter tours
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
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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.
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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.
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Snowshoeing
Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.
