Epic twin resorts delivering some of the best corporate ski events in France. Morzine is both charming and buzzing, Avoriaz dramatic and ski-in / ski-out. The ski area is vast.
Located in the heart of the biggest linked ski region in the French Alps, Morzine offers great ski resources and a resort that still retains the authenticity of a local market town. Some of the shortest transfers in the region from Geneva airport, great dining options & fantastic activities, Morzine delivers some of the best corporate ski events in France.
Après ski and nightlife are fantastic in Morzine, with busy streets, bars and restaurants. Linked to Avoriaz by lift, Morzine is part of the vast Les Portes du Soleil ski region.
The twin resort of Avoriaz is located on the dramatic cliff edge, high above Morzine. Snow sure and offering ski-in / ski-out access to the huge Portes du Soleil ski region, Avoriaz has some absolutely incredible off-piste terrain on its doorstep. Most ski days in Avoriaz end on the iconic terrace of La Folie Douce Avoriaz, with champagne and ski boots on tables.
Morzine & Avoriaz make such superb corporate ski resort neighbours, offering great options for piste access in Avoriaz or a stay in Morzine, one of the most authentic ski resorts in the Alps.
MORZINE AVORIAZ SKI EVENT - OVERVIEW
Facts & figures
- Resort height: 1000m (Morzine)
- Resort height: 1800m (Avoriaz)
- Top lift height: 2275m
- Ski lifts: 196
- Season dates: Dec-Apr
- Inhabitants: 2890
Airport transfers
- Geneva | 56 miles
- Chambery | 83 miles
- Lyon | 130 miles
Off-snow
- Après ski
- Tobogganing
- Dining
- Tepee evenings
- Shopping
On-snow
- Linked ski region
- Off-piste
- Cross-border skiing (CH)
- Night skiing
MORZINE AVORIAZ SKIING
With Les Gets in one direction, Avoriaz in the other and numerous linked ski areas in the distance, Morzine is very much a ski resort for those looking to cover plenty of ground. Intermediate skiing can be found in abundance in the area and for adventurous skiers and snowboarders it is possible to ski great distances, as far as Switzerland.
Tree-lined, intermediate skiing is on offer in Morzine, with a similar profile of skiing beyond Morzine in Les Gets. There are varied pistes back into the resort, with blue trails back to the après ski terraces of Morzine or else the Olympique black piste to sort the heroes from the zeros in view of the masses baying for entertainment on the Tremplin terrace.
Neighbouring Avoriaz boasts an impressive snow record, one of the best in France. It is the higher neighbour to Morzine and is lift connected to the resort. Outside of the resort area in Avoriaz, the terrain is generally tougher than Morzine, with the sector directly above Les Prodains offering excellent, steep piste and off-piste skiing.
From Avoriaz it is possible to Chatel or Champéry in Switzerland. Park skiing and off-piste are hugely popular in Avoriaz. Many of those skiing or riding in Avoriaz ensure they are within touching of La Folie Douce so not to miss the afternoon mayhem. The runs down from Avoriaz to the valley can be fantastic in new snow.
MORZINE AVORIAZ EVENT ACTIVITIES
Ski safari
Some 650km of ski pistes await in a huge, cross-border loops that stretches into Switzerland.
Après ski
One of the best après ski experiences in the area with action on the mountain and in Morzine itself.
Luge evening
Climb aboard a luge and descend the closed ski pistes with a head torch and a good helping of courage.
MORZINE AVORIAZ RESORTS
Morzine itself is a busy little Alpine town with a lively spirit. Traditional wooden chalets with slate roofs and stone foundations ensure that the village retains its character and Savoyard charm. This region is known to have a number of unspoilt French villages but Morzine must be close to being the best in terms of atmosphere, facilities and charm.
Morzine is also fantastically located for Geneva airport - a key factor for many group ski and corporate ski trip planners. Morzine is a town full of life offering a range of sporting and cultural activities. There are plenty of excellent restaurants and bars for guests to enjoy the après ski during the winter.
A well-known après ski hangout is Bar Robinson's. Robbo's is a traditional French cafe run by three locals who remember Morzine before it was so busy. Although the bar has no music or entertainment it offers a super strength lager that has made it a popular destination for anyone making their way from the packed terrace at Le Tremplin.
Avoriaz is a totally ski-in / ski-out resort built at 1800m, high above Morzine. With great access to the slopes and lifts it makes an excellent choice for those wanting to maximise time on the snow. Avoriaz has a number of restaurants, shops, an aquatic centre and the famous La Folie Douce – offering further rest and relaxation!
MORZINE AVORIAZ APRÈS SKI
Morzine has some of the best après ski in region. It may not be as ritzy as Val d'Isère or Courchevel but the number of bars, both for locals and visitors make Morzine a great place for a night on the snowy streets. A couple of highlights are Bar Robinson and Le Tremplin.
Le Tremplin is slopeside at the bottom of the Olympique black ski piste - offering music and views onto the afternoon ski carnage. Robo's is famous across the region for its après ski and strong beers, whilst L'Opéra is on hand to ensure early morning gondola queues in Morzine are decimated.
The arrival of La Folie Douce on the slopes of Avoriaz has taken the resort to new levels of après ski. The terrace of La Folie Douce Avoriaz is bouncing from mid-afternoon throughout the winter, attracting masses of skiers and boarders. The post-Folie home run is the stuff of legend.
For skiers and snowboarders leaving the Avoriaz ski area, there are a number of après ski venues around the base-station at Les Prodains. Indoor and outdoor après ski action is available and whilst not high-end establishments, these venues have a good atmosphere and are handily located at the end of the ski pistes.
MORZINE AVORIAZ MEETINGS & SEMINARS
Short transfer connections from Geneva, great après ski and numerous on and off snow activities make Morzine an excellent option for group and corporate ski trips. For large events, the Palais des Sport in Morzine offers space for up to 700 people to meet.
There are numerous room configurations, a restaurant and outdoor areas as well. For smaller events, there are a number of hotels that offer specialist meeting rooms around Morzine.
Activities are a key part of any corporate ski trips. Non-skiers will find Morzine a fantastic location to stroll around with weekly markets in the village, plenty of shops and some non-ski action such as winter walks and snow shoe walking.
Après ski is always a great, group unifier, whilst there are some quality restaurants in Morzine for excellent dining experiences. Tobogganing & Tepee evenings are also a great group activity.
I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for all your help over the weekend with my team!
They have all come back and absolutely loved every second of their trip and that’s down to you so thanks so much for all the planning and preparation that went into this weekend.
Secretary, Legal Partners, London, UK
January 2018, 60 guests
UNMISSABLE IN MORZINE AVORIAZ
15:00 – be there. La Folie Douce Avoriaz is rocking throughout the winter. The absolute focal point of Avoriaz après ski, the terrace is packed by everyone who isn’t on Le Tremplin terrace.
For those staying in Morzine, it’s possible to ski or download to the base-station of the Prodains Express lift after transiting Avoriaz centre. Base station bars await!
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