Skiing in Morzine
Morzine is the largest village in Les Portes du Soleil, sitting at around 1000 metres in the Haute-Savoie, France, between the slopes of Avoriaz and Les Gets. It is a proper town that lives year-round, with a centre full of shops, restaurants and Savoyard-style hotels. From the village, cable cars lift you into the area: 640 kilometres of pistes and 252 lifts spread across France and Switzerland, with runs between 1040 and 2403 metres. The low village altitude makes high season the safest bet here. We list 7 accommodations in Morzine, with winter sports holidays from 478 euros per person.
Last checked: 2026-10-26 · Sources: Open-Meteo (snow data), OpenStreetMap (lifts and pistes), partner offers refreshed daily.
Accommodations in Morzine
Morzine8.8Les Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Hotel Club Le Crêt
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence la Corniche
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Sermes
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence Le Fanyon
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence les Portes du Pleney
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence Alp Airelles
Morzine9.4Les Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Hotel Les Lans
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence Chalet Lapia
Morzine7.2Les Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Village Club Miléade de Morzine
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Cesaries
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Chalet Les Triolets
Morzine8.8Les Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Hotel Club Le Crêt - halfpension
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence Elan
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence Les Bergers
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence les Chevruls
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Chalet l'Efanle
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Résidence Carlina
Morzine9.0Les Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Hotel Le Petit Dru
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Residence Echo du Pleney
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Chalet Griotte
Morzine8.6Les Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Chalet Hotel Alpina
Morzine7.1Les Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Village Club du Soleil Morzine
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Chalet l'Auberge
Morzine9.3Les Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Hotel Champs Fleuris
MorzineLes Portes du Soleil, Frankrijk
Chalet Beauséjour
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The ski area from Morzine
Morzine sits between two ski sectors: on one side of town a cable car accesses the terrain towards Les Gets, on the other you rise towards Avoriaz and the heart of Les Portes du Soleil. In total, 640 kilometres of pistes and 252 lifts are within reach, extending across the Swiss border.
The terrain directly above Morzine is wooded and friendly, with plenty of blue and red runs. For steeper skiing and snow-sure altitude you continue to the Avoriaz sector. Having two sides to choose from makes Morzine flexible when the weather shifts.
Snow reliability in Morzine
Morzine lies at about 1000 metres, which deserves an honest note: snow in the village is not guaranteed outside midwinter, and recent winters recorded a maximum of around 84 centimetres in the area. December and late March are more changeable; you then ski higher up and ride the lift back down if needed.
In January and February cover is usually ample, especially on north-facing slopes and around Avoriaz at 1800 metres. The first fresh snow of the season had already fallen up high by late October 2026.
The town of Morzine
Morzine is a lively mountain town with roots in slate mining that has welcomed visitors for generations. The centre offers shops, a wide choice of restaurants, bars and facilities such as an ice rink and pool; the town is alive summer and winter.
Apres-ski is sociable and varied, livelier than the small villages but without the industrial-scale partying of some Austrian resorts. Morzine traditionally attracts many British and Dutch guests and has an international, easy-going feel. A ski bus links the various lift stations.
Who is Morzine for
Morzine suits those who want town life alongside the skiing: families, groups and couples who enjoy restaurants, shops and some evening buzz. Beginners and intermediates have a fine learning environment on the wooded pistes above town, while experts use Morzine as a base for the full area.
If snow certainty and ski-in ski-out top your list, choose Avoriaz higher up. With a starting price of 478 euros per person and the best amenities in the area, Morzine offers strong value for money.
Practical: getting there and booking
Morzine is one of the easiest French resorts to reach: from Geneva you drive to the village in about an hour and a half, with no high passes. That makes fly-and-transfer especially attractive; by car from the Netherlands or Belgium it is a long but straightforward drive.
Christmas and the French February holidays are peak weeks; January and March bring lower prices, with March skiing best done higher up. We list 7 accommodations in Morzine, with winter sports holidays from 478 euros per person.
Morzine on the map
Webcams · Morzine
📷 Les Gets: Mont Chéry
📷 Les Gets › South-west: Piste Marmotte
📷 Taninges › North: Le Foron - Chemin Rural de Bonnavaz À Combafoux - Roc d'Enfer
📷 Val-d'Illiez › West: Les Crosets (Portes du Soleil)
📷 Bellevaux › North-east: Les Mouilles
📷 Mieussy › East: Plateau de Sommand
📷 Mieussy › North: Haute-Pointe
📷 Val-d'Illiez: Champoussin
FAQ about Morzine
How much piste can you ski from Morzine?
From Morzine you reach the Les Portes du Soleil ski area with around 640 km of marked pistes and 252 lifts.
What does a ski holiday in Morzine cost?
Accommodations in Morzine start from around €481 per person; Nivosola compares 25, refreshed daily.
Is there enough snow around Morzine?
Yes. Recent winters in Les Portes du Soleil reached a maximum snow depth of around 84 cm. December to March is the most reliable period.
How high is Morzine?
Morzine sits at about 1000 metres in the valley, while the pistes of Les Portes du Soleil run between 1040 and 2403 metres. Cable cars take you from town to both ski sectors.
Is Morzine suitable for beginners?
Yes, the wooded pistes above town and towards Les Gets are friendly and easy to navigate. Ski schools are well represented in the village.
How lively is Morzine in the evening?
Morzine is the liveliest village in Les Portes du Soleil, with plenty of restaurants and bars plus facilities like an ice rink. It stays pleasantly town-like rather than becoming a party resort.
Which village is an alternative in the same area?
Avoriaz at 1800 metres is the choice for snow certainty and ski-in ski-out, Châtel for a smaller traditional village. All villages share the same Portes du Soleil lift pass.