
Morzine
Weather at Morzine
Low: -1.7°C / High: 8.5°C
Wind: SW 3 km/h
Recent Snowfall
24 hours: 8 cm
7 days: 70 cm
Snow Depth
Base: 121 cm
Season Total: 80 cm
Resort Status
Lifts: --/--
Trails: --/--
Resort Overview
At the heart of the vast Portes du Soleil ski area, Morzine offers access to 650 kilometers of interconnected slopes spanning France and Switzerland. This traditional Savoyard market town, with its wooden chalets and historic architecture, combines authentic Alpine charm with world-class skiing. The terrain around Morzine caters perfectly to intermediate skiers, while providing plenty of options for beginners and experts within the broader Portes du Soleil circuit.
Trails & Terrain
Trails
Total Runs
69
Total Area
120km
74.6 miles
Morzine Lift System
The area's comprehensive lift network features 196 lifts across the entire Portes du Soleil domain, with Morzine's local system seamlessly connecting to Avoriaz and Les Gets. The Super Morzine gondola provides crucial access to the higher slopes of Avoriaz, while the Pleney gondola serves the local slopes directly from the town center. Modern high-speed chairlifts ensure efficient mountain access, with minimal waiting times even during peak periods.
Lifts
Total Lifts
22
Lift Types
5
Location & Getting There
Just over an hour from Geneva Airport, Morzine combines exceptional accessibility with genuine French mountain culture. The town sits in a natural bowl between peaks in the Chablais Alps, offering easy connections to neighboring resorts. Unlike purpose-built ski stations, Morzine thrives year-round, with a permanent population that maintains a vibrant community atmosphere. The resort center blends traditional Savoyard architecture with modern amenities, creating an appealing balance of authenticity and convenience.
Morzine
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Season Info
The ski season in Morzine typically runs from mid-December through mid-April, with the best snow conditions usually found between January and March. While situated at a relatively low altitude of 1,000 meters, the resort's north-facing slopes and sophisticated snowmaking system maintain reliable conditions throughout the season. The area's microclimate, influenced by proximity to Lake Geneva, often brings substantial snowfall, particularly to the higher slopes of Avoriaz.
Current Season
2025 - 2026
Opening Day
12/6/2025
Closing Day
4/20/2026
Days Open
136
Annual Snowfall
Metric
7m
700cm
Imperial
23ft
276in
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