Horse drawn sleigh taxis
Avoriaz is a completely pedestrianised resort, no cars, vans or lorries. The best way to travel around, especially if you have little ones or lots of luggage is by horse drawn sleigh.
L'Alpage de Morzinette par les Grandes Sutes
Escape to Hauts-Forts to see blueberries and Marmots on this easy walking route
This circuit can start from Morzine or Avoriaz. Using the cable car with the Multi Pass enjoy a downhill walk from Avoriaz to Morzine.
Starting in Avoriaz, follow the track which rises gently next to the cliff face and follow the round yellow ground markers leading to Combe du Machon (1,775m). Continue to La Choux (1,710m) and Plan du Vieux Chalet (1,710m). You might see, and you'll definitely hear, whistling Marmots! Another 20 minutes downhill and you'll arrive at the Morzinette Chalets.
Morzinette (1,600m) is a summer mountain pasture with traditional chalets and pretty views over the Ardoisieres valley. Return by retracing your footsteps and then follow signs to Pied de la Suette. This footpath goes quite steeply downhill through the forest, to Covagnes via the Plan des Rochers (forest path). At Covagnes catch the cable car back to Avoriaz.
What to bring
This route requires the Multi Pass. Click here for more details.
This route can be found on IGN map 3528, Morzine - Massif du Chablais.
What to see
Sights in Avoriaz
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Cascade des Brochaux
The Cascade des Brochaux is a stunning waterfall located above Les Lindarets, the charming "goat village". Just a 1h30 walk from Avoriaz, or 30 minutes from Les Lindarets.
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La Ferme de Seraussaix
This family run farm is open for visits in summer and winter where you can take a tour or simply buy some of their delicious cheeses.
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Lac Montriond
Lac de Montriond is a peaceful natural retreat surrounded by cliffs and forest. Enjoy swimming, paddle boarding, walking trails, and more in this scenic lakeside spot.
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Les Gorges du Pont du Diable
A great walk through a beech forest and dramatic limestone gorges carved by the Dranse de Morzine. Expect vibrant rock colours, safe cliffside paths and even a daring glass walkway you can try.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Avoriaz
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La Cachette Restaurant
La Cachette is located in the heart of the historical Dromonts area in Avoriaz. It has a cosy alpine interior that will make you feel instantly at home.
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La Fruitière Restaurant
La Fruitière at Folie Douce in Avoriaz serves gourmet regional dishes with a buzzing mountain atmosphere. Burgers include a pulled beef option and the plant-based Le Boyond, plus casual burgers at La Petite Cuisine. Open daily with après-ski entertainment, it’s a must-visit on the plateau.
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Le Fangle mountain restaurant
During the winter you can take your lunches in the heart of the fabulous skiing area Les Portes Du Soleil because Le Fangle is a mountain restaurant located on the slopes heading down from Avoriaz to Morzine. This charming restaurant has a spacious traditional alpine interior with a roaring log fire to keep you warm on chilly days.
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JaJa Bar
JaJa Bar in Avoriaz is the perfect spot for wine lovers seeking a cosy, welcoming atmosphere in the heart of the resort. Famous for hosting one of the largest wine lists in Avoriaz, the bar invites guests to explore an impressive selection of bottles from across the world. Whether you are a connoisseur or simply curious, JaJa Bar provides the ideal setting to discover new favourites and savour timeless classics.
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Globetrotter restaurant and après-ski Bar
Globe Trotter in Avoriaz is a vibrant, all-day destination that welcomes visitors from early December to late April, offering everything from breakfast to après-ski and late-night drinks. Located in the heart of the resort at 47 Place du Snow, it’s a place that changes with the day, moving seamlessly from café to restaurant to lively bar. Since opening in 1997, Globe Trotter has been creating warm, authentic experiences with a perfect balance of friendliness and generosity.
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Le Fantastic
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.
What to do
Things To Do in Avoriaz
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Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar
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.
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Aquariaz
Aquariaz is an aquatic paradise set in the heart of Avoriaz offering a huge water park made up of a gentle flowing indoor river, a slidewinder (an aquatic halfpipe), a toddlers paddling pool and water playhouse, a large pool with natural climbing walls.
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Village Igloo aperitif and dinner
A dining experience like no other! A spectacular and unique 200m2 ice grotto, bar, restaurant and mini hotel in Avoriaz, where you'll enjoy a typical Savoyard cheese fondue or aperitif in a unique setting.
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Horse drawn sleigh taxis
Avoriaz is a completely pedestrianised resort, no cars, vans or lorries. The best way to travel around, especially if you have little ones or lots of luggage is by horse drawn sleigh.
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Outdoor Ice Rink
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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Whitewater rafting, near Avoriaz
A selection of exhilarating rafting excursions to suit all abilities.
Directions
From Jean Vuarnet square in Avoriaz, walk up towards Hauts-Forts until you reach La Bec (1,770m), the starting point of the footpath called Morzinette via les Grandes Sutes indicated by a signpost on a rock.
