La Mine de la Lappiaz
Take a stroll to the old slate mine, through a forest and to a cheese farm
The historical discovery of slate in Morzine dates as far back as 1732. Found in all the cliffs overhanging the Valley de Sous le Saix (Slate Valley). In the Lappiaz mine, the slate was quarried and made use of between 1856 and 1963.
What to bring
This route can be found on IGN map 3528, Morzine - Massif du Chablais
What to see
Sights in Avoriaz
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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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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
In July and August stop for lunch at La Ferme de Seraussaix. You'll find savoury and sweet Savoyard dishes, salads and sharing plates centred around milk and cheeses produced at the farm. This working cheese farm offers visits on certain days of the week.
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 Reserve Restaurant
Located in the heart of the resort, this restaurant serves a traditionally French Savoyard menu with meat and fish dishes too.
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Les Fontaines Blanches Restaurant
Hearty portions, a large sunny terrace and a great après-ski vibe make this a popular restaurant with locals and tourists alike.
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Mamo's Café Lindarets
Open for breakfast, brunch and lunch, this is a beautiful spot to grab some food during a long day in the mountains.
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Globetrotter Restaurant and après-ski Bar
The Globetrotter in Avoriaz serves a wide range of burgers and Savoyard dishes from breakfast to late-night après-ski parties. Open all day with live DJs and themed events, it’s a lively ski-in ski-out venue. Expect generous portions, good food and a buzzing atmosphere.
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Les Trappeurs Restaurant
Serving Savoyard dishes, as well as Italian specialities, omelettes, burgers and salads, this restaurant is located in one of the busiest piste-side spots in Avoriaz. It's a great place to top up your tan on the terrace and people watch.
What to do
Things To Do in Avoriaz
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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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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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Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar
Located right in the heart of resort, Le Strike Roc is a bowling and gaming bar serving cocktails and snacks. The perfect place to take shelter when the weather draws you indoors.
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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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Outdoor Ice Rink
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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Hydrospeeding
This is an amazing activity where you can have fun on the river, suitable for good swimmers from 14 years and above.
Directions
Along this walking route the entrance to the mine may be wet and slippery so take caution when walking children this way. Starting from the 'Falaise' sector of Avoriaz and walking between the Malinka and Saskia buildings follow the sign for Proclou, keep going along the Col de la Joux Verte, this will take around 20mins. Once at the mine go back and turn left onto the footpath that runs below the Morzine-Avoriaz golf course.
Keep going along the trail through the woods and follow the signs to 'Ferme de Seraussaix' where if you time it right you can catch local cheeses being made. From here you want to take the footpath that goes towards Avoriaz and takes you through meadows with lovely views. You will end up following this path to the golf course club house and then you can take the same route back to Avoriaz.
