Montriond village to the lake
A relaxing stroll along the beautiful river Dranse to Lac Montriond
A beautiful and leisurely walk starting from Montriond town centre at the car park between the church and the town hall, with the church's original bell tower being a spectacular monument itself, take a pause and look at the distinctive structure
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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.
Where to lunch
Le Rocher is situated adjacent to the tourist office in Montriond and is known for good home cooked food at reasonable prices. Open throughout the day you can have a delicious evening meal after your walk or grab a takeaway pizza to eat at the lake.
There are three restaurants at Lac Montriond and a snack cafe in the parking area.
Restaurants in Morzine
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Wild Beets Kitchen Restaurant
The perfect spot for breakfast or lunch or a coffee break with cakes, this restaurant is a delight for foodies.
What to do
Things To Do in Morzine
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Paragliding
See Morzine and Avoriaz from the air with a thrilling tandem flight where you can take in the stunning scenery and even do some aerobatics.
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Canyoning
Fancy diving, swimming, sliding, abseiling and discovering how the water dug its paths along the river and the rocks? Canyoning is for you!
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Evening snowshoe and dinner adventure
Discover the wintry mountains on foot and enjoy an evening meal in a mountain refuge or igloo.
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Equestrian Centre
Discover this equestrian centre in Morzine for a variety of different horse riding experiences, whether you are a novice or proficient rider.
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Cascade Aventure
This is an adventure company based next to the Nyon waterfall in Morzine.
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Parc des Dereches
The Morzine Parc des Dérêches sports centre offers a wide range of sports and fitness activities in summer and winter.
Directions
From Montriond town hall you take the lane towards La Ranche where you will see an oratory on the way. The lane continues to a main road, here you should cross the road and follow the walking signs to the lake, passing the hamlets of Le Lavanchy and Le Dravachet on the way. Wonderful scenery then opens out to the Montriond lake. Return by the same route.
