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.
Le Lac de Chavanette
Enjoy the Massif du Chablais from the French-Swiss border on this walk
This gentle walk is very sun exposed so before setting off make sure you have plenty of water and suncream for the duration
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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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
There are many great places to eat while you are in Avoriaz, here is a helpful list of some of the best.
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 Folie Douce Bar
La Folie Douce in Avoriaz is the ultimate destination for combining great food, music, and fun in a spectacular alpine setting. Every afternoon, this legendary après-ski venue brings together locals and visitors alike for open-access clubbing, spectacular shows, and unforgettable moments with family or friends.
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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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Les Ancelles Restaurant
Traditional bar and restaurant accessible on skis in winter or by foot in summer, within close reach of the Cascade des Brochaux.
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Chez Flo Restaurant
With inside and outside dining as well as a bar, this is a popular, large restaurant in Avoriaz. Dine on local Savoyard dishes, croque monsieur or frites, it all comes at a reasonable price.
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Le Chaudron Restaurant
In the heart of the idyllic mountain village known locally as the 'goat village', enjoy your lunch on the sunny terrace or inside the traditional wood-clad restaurant. In the summer you can watch the cheeky goats roaming around the chalets and playing with the visitors!
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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Outdoor Ice Rink
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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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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Snowshoeing
Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.
Directions
Starting out in the 'Place du Snow' take the path that goes between the 'snow' and 'allegro' buildings. Walk past two chairlifts, the 'Stade' and Lac Intrets' and keep going along the trail that follows the Avoriaz lake. Follow the track until it forks and take the trail back round the other side of the lake back to resort.
If you want to make the walk a little longer go along the path that heads uphill at the fork, passing a small lake and keep going until you reach the Chavanette pass. Here you will be on the French/Swiss border and can admire the views. To head back to resort take the trail back and then follow the lake around the other side and you will be back in Avoriaz.
