snowy webcam pic from Avoriaz centre station

Winter 24/25 ski season build up

Imprint: By Caro Blackwell, Updated 26 May 2026

The ski season is upon us, and the excitement is building! Snow is falling across the Alps, and early winter forecasts are looking promising. We can’t wait to keep you updated with the latest snow reports from Avoriaz throughout the season.

Here we are back for another season and eagerly awaiting the arrival of the winter ski season. It's getting colder in the resort with hard frosts now and we’re seeing good snowfall this week all across the Alps down to around 1000 metres.

The high peaks are taking on that majestic freshly snow clad look once again and the pisteurs are out there preparing the slopes. Check back here weekly for the latest snow and weather report.

PRE-OPENING NEWS

Due to the great early snowfall, Avoriaz will partially open the weekend of 30 November/1 December - check social media for full details and below for live lift staus info.

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First snow

The first snow has arrived in Avoriaz with more forecast this week. It's going to be really cold this week with temperatures down to -11°C at 1000m and around 50 - 70cm of snow is expected down to about 1000m, over the next few days.

While you are waiting to get out here, we’ve had our ear to the ground to bring you What’s New in Avoriaz this winter and have been updating our site to bring you the news from Avoriaz this winter.

Avoriaz is well known for great events and music festivals and this year is no exception. The season kicks off with Rock on Snow for the opening weekend. During the season you’ll find a Freeride World Cup qualifier event. As Well as the legendary Rock The Pistes and Snowboxx events. Full details of all the events for Avoriaz this winter are on our events calendar.

Have you got your ski pass yet? There are still early bird deals out there.

Snowy pic above from the Avoriaz centre station webcam today - not much to see there…but you get the idea!

See our Ski Pass Guide

Avoriaz opens on 13 December 2024 with Rock on Snow and goes right through to the 21 April 2025. Plenty of time to come and enjoy the white stuff!

Here's a quick check list to prepare for your winter ski holiday - check all the links below, we've got you covered.

Book your accommodation
How to get to the resort
Need skis and boots?
Get your ski lessons booked
Plan lunch or dinner at your favourite restaurant
Check out what events are on during your holiday

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If you head to the bottom of this page, you can see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams, real time photos from Avoriaz. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday from mid December, so check back in with us to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast each week.

We need you!
If you're in Avoriaz this week, we want to see your images, especially videos, of what you've been up to. So when you post to Facebook or Instagram, please tag us @SeeAvoriaz #SeeAvoriaz. Every week, we'll be posting our favourite videos and images here and sharing on our social media, along with our weekly resort snow report.

We'll see you on the pistes very soon.

Ski Hire in Avoriaz

CMP

Location
Avoriaz

In the heart of the resort, Cmp Skimium is ideally located close to the ski slopes and ski lifts.
Ski Fun

Location
Avoriaz

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the Skiset Ski Fun store!
Burton

Location
Avoriaz

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

Ski Schools in Avoriaz

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.
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.
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.
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.
Group ski lessons

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

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

Airport Transfers in Avoriaz

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.
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.
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 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.
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

See our Activity Guide

Outdoor ice rink

Location
Avoriaz

Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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.
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.
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.
Evening snowshoe and dinner adventure

Location
Morzine

Discover the wintry mountains on foot and enjoy an evening meal in a mountain refuge or igloo.
Night sledging

Location
Avoriaz

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