Morzine and the surrounding area is a hive of activity for anyone who loves to experience the freedom and beauty of the outdoors.
This year we are pleased to be members of the Portes du Soleil Multipass Scheme, which enables all guests to have unlimited access to a variety of activities including swimming, ice skating, tennis and pedestrian chairlifts, for just 1Euro per person per day
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Ideal for all, to relax and enjoy the beauty and peace of the French Alps or for those who prefer the more active side, experience one or more of the following:
Mountain Biking With over 500kms of mountain trails to bike on and chair lifts to get you started, the area has become well known for its terrain. Many events are hosted here, including the World Cup Downhill in Les Gets and the Avalanche Cup in Morzine. Mountain bikers can use these courses throughout the summer, along with the other courses in the Portes du Soleil. There is also the Free Raid which is available for all to enter in early summer. This is a race for the all round riders (downhill and cross country) which takes you all over the area.
Hiking and Walking There is hiking and walking for all ages and abilities from relaxing low level walks through alpine pastures to more demanding high mountain hikes using wires over rough terrain. Should you wish to come out and explore the mountains then there is a large selection of maps and hiking guides on sale at the Tourist Office and in local shops.Guided walks are also available at all ability and fitness levels.
All types of hiking offer fabulous views of the French and Swiss Alps.
There will be a small supplement per person per week for those requiring pick-ups and drop-offs plus a packed lunch for your days hiking.
Golf For the golfing enthusiasts, there are courses at Les Gets and Avoriaz and just 40 minutes down the valley the international course at Evian, with the spectacular course at Chamonix just over an hour away.
Parapente (Paragliding) Morzine is one of the venues for the World Cup. For those who fancy a flight for the first time, a tandem flight can be arranged for about 55 Euros.
River Activities The River Dranse is well known for its water activities. White Water Rafting and Hydrospeeding (floating down the river headfirst with a float) can easily be arranged and are exhilerating experiences for those who have not tried them before.
White Water Rafting An inflatable dingy with a team of between 4 and 8 people led by a qualified guide. Discovery trips for children or more adventurous descents available. Open to anyone who can swim.
Kayak Raft Two-seater boat, technically sophisticated and easy to navigate on the river Dranse. A remarkable compromise in that it's both easy to handle and stable.
Swimming in white water (hydrospeeding) Fly down the rapids, swimming, slaloming and surfing as you go. Discover the sensation of being swept down the river on a foam float. Guaranteed sensations
Available for anyone from the age of 14 who can swim.
Aquatic trekking for those wanting to explore the riverbed without ropes or harnesses. Swim, jump and walk in the water: from 10 years of age.
Canyoning down the river with ropes and harnesses, slide down the natural toboggan runs sculpted by the river, jump into deep pools, ab-sail down waterfalls. Strong emotions and unforgettable memories!
From 14 years of age.
Canoeing and Kayaking
At lake Montriond and the river Dranse. You can either join in in group activities or hire a canoe or kayak and make your own way around the lake.
Introduction to the lake (1.30 hours)Canoe: 13 Euros Kayak: 15 Euros
Going down the riverFirst time: 27 Euros Classic: 32 Euros
The "Pas de l'Ours" cliff, with some routes up to 80 metres in length, up to level 8A, 8B.
The "Touvière" beginners rock face, with routes up to 30 metres in length (5 to 6B).-
The rock-face for experts looking to work on their technique at the Col du Corbier, at Arblay (from 7B).
There is also an indoor artificial climbing wall in Morzine Palais des Sport.
Climbing maps are for sale in shops and at the Tourist Office.
Climbing Guides and Courses:
Beginners climbing lessons on the rock-face from 10 years old. Also available, a course of 3 half-days for children.
A state-qualified instructor will be present for beginners lessons, experienced climbers courses and courses for children from the age of 6.
Private Lessons are also available to both beginners and advanced climbers.
Horse Riding There are two local riding schools: Montriond Le "Ranch de l'Avenir" - Horse riding with Pierre Premat and Françoise Saint Marc, and Morzine's Parc des Dereches.
There is a large range of equestrian leisure activities: initiation, intermediate level classes, outdoor riding etc. For children they do awareness and saddling sessions from 4 years old. You can take many paths through beautiful mountain scenery making for a truly memorable day. 1 hour : 15 euros 2 hours : 27 euros 3 hours : 40 euros All the day : 65 euros
Fishing & Angling Here is the chance to titillate numerous different species in the various rivers (the Dranse in Morzine, the Jotty dam etc) and lakes (Mines d'Or in Morzine, lake Montriond etc). The river Dranse is famous for its trout fishing.
Fishing permits, either for the day, the week, 15 days or a month are available to buy.
Hot Air Ballooning Flights over the Alps lasting between 45 mins and 1,5 hours. If you want to enjoy a birdseye view of the Alps and take some amazing photos then this is the one for you.
Introductory flight from 183 euros
Archery Archery on the banks of Mondtriond lake with the "Baron's Archers". For both beginners and experienced archers; mountain archery, biathlon and cross-country circuits, raids and beginners courses.
Sandy 4x4 At Montriond Lake there are mini electric cars for kids. Open every afternoon in July and August. There is also an area of the lake for swimming with lifeguard on duty.
Prices: 1 ticket (6 rides) : 3 euros.
Water Park & Swimming Morzine has an outdoor Olympic size swimming pool open to the public. There are also lakes at Montriond and Les Gets where you can swim.
Water Park
The Olympic swimming pool offers sunbathing and greenery for all. There are 2 pools, including one measuring 50m by 21m, a paddling pool, lawn, terrace and solarium, deckchairs and parasols...
Activities available:Swimming lessons for adults and children, beginners or advanced. An aqua-gym club Activities free of charge all week: water park, inflatable ball, slide race, beach volleyball, ping-pong, water polo, mini triathalon. Every Tuesday, introduction to scuba diving, beach volleyball tournament, mini football etc.
Open in July and August from 8am to 7pm plus special evening opening on Tuesdays until 9pm. Saturday and Sunday opening from 9am to 7pm.
Other Activities Summer luge, tennis, basketball, football, skateboard park, ice skating, crazy golf, devil carting, bungy jumping, helicopter rides, and mountain boarding.
Events and Entertainment Summer
Cyclosportive Morzine-vallee d'Aulps - cycle race following in some of the tracks of the Tour De France, including the Joux Plane Pass. 2 circuits of 145 and 80 km
26-27 June 2010 MTB Pass' Portes du Soleil and the Pass' Portes Bike Show- MTB trek over French and Swiss parts of the Portes du Soleil. A choice of 3 circuits: 30, 45 and 75km, using 15 of the 24 mountain-lifts open in summer.
Harley Davison Rally - A giant gathering of Harley Davison motorbikes, organised by HOG France. Loads of entertainment, motorbike trips and concerts.
'Gourmande' Week - A week of entertainment aimes at enticing the discovery of new mountain flavours:tasting sessions, cooking lessons, conferences, children's workshops, hikes for gathering ingredients...
Outdoor Festival - A week of entertainment designed for discovering all kinds of outdoor sports. Have a go yourself or watch demonstrations, equipment testing, films, exhibitions, conferences.
Trade-Craft Show - Tradecraft exhibition:demonstrations using wood, leather, stone, textiles etc
Bygone Trades Fete - Big traditional fete where locals from Morzine dress up and work as in the olden days: slate cutting, cooking 'beignets & merveilles', cider-making, vintage cars, heritage exhibition, watch-making, folk-dancing, old-fashioned meal and dancing.
Zen Week - a week of workshops designed to make you feel and look great: Qi-gong, Tai-chi, massages, Yoga, Sophrology, Mandalas, gentle hikes, plant conferences...
September 2010 Mont Blanc Rally in Morzine- Part of the French Rally championships, with top drivers taking part.
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Golf 
White Water Rafting An inflatable dingy with a team of between 4 and 8 people led by a qualified guide. Discovery trips for children or more adventurous descents available. Open to anyone who can swim.
Kayak Raft Two-seater boat, technically sophisticated and easy to navigate on the river Dranse. A remarkable compromise in that it's both easy to handle and stable.
Swimming in white water (hydrospeeding) Fly down the rapids, swimming, slaloming and surfing as you go. Discover the sensation of being swept down the river on a foam float. Guaranteed sensations
Canyoning down the river with ropes and harnesses, slide down the natural toboggan runs sculpted by the river, jump into deep pools, ab-sail down waterfalls. Strong emotions and unforgettable memories!
Canoeing and Kayaking
Horse Riding 
Fishing & Angling 
Swimming pools
Cable car to Avoriaz
Nyon Waterfall 
Via ferrata
Mountain biking for all ages
Morzine-Avoriaz road race.
Village fete
Lake Montriond
View from Avoriaz to Morzine
the garden
dining out
fun and relaxation
view across Pleney
garden sunset