TOP 5 OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES IN AVORIAZ
LUXURY HOLIDAY HOME
Morzine · Avoriaz
Avoriaz, France, is a beautiful alpine village situated in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski area. Located in the Haute-Savoie region of France, Avoriaz is a great destination for outdoor activities year-round, and a perfect place to stay if you're looking for a luxurious getaway. Alpine Creek Chalet is a beautiful holiday home in Avoriaz that sleeps up to 10 guests, making it the perfect place to enjoy the area's activities with family and friends. Here are the top 5 activities you should experience when you visit Avoriaz.
AVORIAZ: THE PERFECT DESTINATION FOR AN ADVENTUROUS GETAWAY
Outdoor Activities · Avoriaz
Skiing and Snowboarding
Avoriaz is renowned for its ski and snowboarding opportunities, offering world-class ski slopes and top quality snow, thanks to it's high altitude . With its convenient location in the middle of the Portes du Soleil ski area, Avoriaz offers guests access to over 600 kilometres of ski runs stretching across twelve resorts. Whether you’re an experienced skier or a beginner, you’ll find plenty of slopes to explore. There are a number of ski schools located in the center of the ski area in Avoriaz, offering ski and snowboard lessons for all levels. You can rent ski equipment from many of the shops in Morzine and Avoriaz, such as Snow Snow Simple and Intersport Le Bourg. Alpine Creek Chalet is conveniently located within walking distance to the Avoriaz ski lifts, and you can ski in from the slopes to your accommodation.
Mountain Biking
Avoriaz is a great destination for mountain bikers of all levels. You’ll find plenty of downhill and cross country trails, with some of the most challenging routes in Europe. Mountain biking is especially popular during the summer months, when the snow on the ski slopes have melted and ski lifts add bike hooks for easy transfer up the trails. Avoriaz 1800 provides information on the open dates of the mountain bike trails and the various trails available. Bikepark Avoriaz and MB Bike are two top providers of mountain bike rentals, lessons and packages. Visit their websites through the links below to see the biking packages they have on offer.
Hiking
Avoriaz is surrounded by stunning mountainous terrain with plenty of hiking trails to choose from, ranging from easy strolls to more challenging hikes up the mountains. For those looking to explore on foot, the Avoriaz 1800 provides maps and information on the area’s trails. Trekking Adventure and Hiking Avoriaz are two top providers of guided hikes and equipment rental. Trekking Adventure is located in the village, while Hiking Avoriaz is located in nearby Morzine.
Paragliding
Avoriaz is one of the best places in France for paragliding. You can take off from the peak of Mont Chéry and soar above the gorgeous alpine landscape for an unforgettable experience. Paragliding lessons and packages are offered by Parapente Evasion, located in the village, as well as Parapente Avoriaz in nearby Morzine.
Horseback Riding
Horseback riding is another popular activity in Avoriaz, with the Avoriaz Horse Riding Centre and the Avoriaz Horse Riding School offering lessons and packages. The Avoriaz Horse Riding Centre is located in the centre of the village, while the Avoriaz Horse Riding School is located in the Hôtel des Dromonts in Morzine.
BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATION IN AVORIAZ
Alpine Creek Chalet
Avoriaz is the perfect destination for an adventurous getaway to the French Alps. With its stunning alpine scenery, convenient location in the Portes du Soleil ski area, and plenty of outdoor activities during both summer and winter, Avoriaz is a great place to spend your holiday. And what better way to experience it all than with a stay at the luxurious Alpine Creek Chalet. With Alpine Creek Chalet as your home base, you’ll have the perfect place to relax and recharge after a day of exploration. Alpine Creek Chalet sleeps up to 10 guests in a luxury and fully equipped chalet, located close to both Morzine and the ski lifts at Avoriaz, making it the perfect group accommodation for skiers looking for a ski-in chalet. Book your stay by sending us an email, or check our holiday home availability.
FAQs
Booking and payments
How do I book?
You can check availability and book online through our website, or email us at bookings@thecreekcollection.com and we'll be delighted to help.
What do I pay, and when?
If you book 8 weeks or more before arrival, a 50% deposit secures your dates, with the balance due 8 weeks before you arrive. If you book within 8 weeks of arrival, the full amount is due at the time of booking. A refundable damage deposit of €300 and a cleaning fee of €399 are payable with the balance.
How do I pay for my reservation?
By bank transfer, debit card or credit card.
What is your cancellation policy?
| When you cancel | Refund |
|---|---|
| 30 or more days before arrival | 100% |
When is my damage deposit returned?
Within 10 working days of departure, once the house has been checked.
The house and sleeping arrangements
How many guests can the chalet accommodate?
Up to 8 guests.
What are the bedrooms like?
There are three bedrooms: a main bedroom with a double bed and doors onto the terrace, a second bedroom with twin beds that can be pushed together and also opens onto the terrace, and a third bedroom with bunk beds. There's an additional bunk bed in a nook in the living area.
How many bathrooms are there?
Three bathrooms plus a separate WC, with a bath, showers, a hairdryer, soap and toilet paper.
Where is the chalet?
Alpine Creek is apartment A003, on the ground floor of Les 3 Sophie, 2420 Route des Ardoisières, 74110 Morzine. It sits between Morzine and Avoriaz, closer to the Avoriaz lifts.
Can I see a floor plan?
Yes, the floor plan is on our website.
What's provided
What should we bring?
Just your clothes, ski or hiking gear and food. Bed linen, towels, extra pillows and blankets, a fully equipped kitchen, laundry detergent, dishwasher tablets and cleaning essentials are all ready for you.
Are bed linen and towels provided?
Yes, beds are made up and bath towels are provided, with extra pillows and blankets.
What's in the kitchen?
A dishwasher, fridge, freezer, oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle and Nespresso machine, with pots, pans, crockery, cutlery and wine glasses. Cooking basics (oil, salt and pepper) are provided.
Is there a washing machine?
Yes, a washer-dryer under the stairs, with a starter supply of laundry detergent. A hoover, mop and bucket are also provided.
Is there wifi and TV?
Yes, fast, reliable Starlink wifi throughout, three smart TVs connected to the internet, and a sound system.
Is the chalet warm in winter?
Yes, the whole chalet has underfloor heating, and there's a log burner in the living area.
Where can we store skis and boots?
There's a private ski locker (A003) at the entrance to the underground garage. The key is with the chalet keys.
Is there outdoor space?
Yes, a terrace and two balconies with views over the mountains.
Arrival and departure
What time can we check in and out?
Check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 10am. If you'd like an early arrival, let us know and we'll do our best to arrange it.
Can we have a late checkout?
This is subject to availability on the day of checkout, however, you are welcome to contact us directly and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
How do we get in?
Check-in is self-service. We'll send you the building entry code and key locker code before you arrive; the chalet and garage keys are in the key locker beside the front door.
Where do we park?
You have one free underground parking space, marked A003. There's a 2m height restriction, so roof boxes need to come off before entering. Extra cars will need to park in the village; we're happy to check whether a neighbour has a spare space, but this isn't guaranteed. Please don't use the outside bays, which belong to other apartments.
Can I charge my electric car?
We're sorry, but EV charging isn't available at the chalet. There are public chargers in Morzine town centre, including by Carrefour, and in Les Gets.
How do we get to Alpine Creek?
Shuttle services run from Geneva airport and local train stations to Morzine. We recommend Skiidy Gonzales, Ski Lifts, Mountain Dropoffs and Alpybus, or we can arrange your transfer for you through our Luxury Alpine service.
What do we need to do before we leave?
Please empty the fridge, take rubbish to the communal bins (a 3-minute walk, by the roundabout at the Navet bus stop), strip the beds (leaving the mattress and pillow protectors on), put used towels in the bath, and return furniture to its place. Rubbish left in the building or garage incurs a charge.
Families and children
Is the chalet suitable for children?
Yes. The Avoriaz ski school is close by and welcomes children of all ages, and there are nursery slopes next to the resort.
Pets
Can we bring our dog?
No Pets are allowed
House rules
Can we smoke?
No, Alpine Creek is non-smoking, inside and out.
Any other rules we should know?
Please keep noise considerate, as Les 3 Sophie is a shared residence. We may decline bookings from single-sex groups of more than six, or groups of three or more under-18s.
Local area
How close are the ski lifts?
The Prodains cable car up to Avoriaz is a short walk or two stops on the free bus. It's also the easiest place to collect ski passes you've bought online. In good snow, you can ski back towards the chalet.
How do we get into Morzine?
A free bus stops 50m from the chalet and reaches Morzine centre in about 10 minutes.
Where can we buy groceries?
There's a Carrefour in Morzine, 5 minutes' drive or 10 minutes by bus, and a supermarket in Avoriaz.
When is the best time to visit?
The ski season runs from December to early April. Summer is busiest in July and August, with mountain biking, hiking and Lac de Montriond. Spring and autumn are quieter and better value.
Activities and Recommendations
Can you arrange ski hire, lift passes, transfers or catering?
Yes, through our Luxury Alpine service. We'll quote for the services you'd like, plus a small arrangement fee, before booking anything; please ask well in advance. Alternatively, Doorstep Skis delivers ski hire to the chalet, Alpine Adventures delivers breakfast, lunch and dinner, and lift passes can be booked online.
Is mid-stay cleaning available?
Yes, extra cleaning during your stay can be arranged at an additional cost.
What is the Luxury Alpine package?
An optional add-on for ski passes, ski hire, Geneva airport transfers, catering and restaurant bookings, that we can arrange on your behalf.
Can we book it all ourselves instead?
Yes. The website's recommended partners are:
| Service | Provider | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ski and bike lift passes | Avo Pass | Book online; rates |
| Ski and snowboard hire | Prodains Sports | Close to the chalet; book online |
| Geneva airport transfers | Skiidy Gonzales | Private transfer or cheaper shared shuttle; book ahead |
| Ready-made meals | Dining Direct, La Grange | Delivered, pre-made |
| Private chef in the chalet | Chef Morzine, Spoony Cooks | Full catering |
Where do beginners and children ski?
There are nursery slopes next to the Avoriaz resort, and gentle slopes at Le Pleney in Morzine. The Avoriaz ski school is close to the chalet and takes all ages, including children.
What else is there to do in winter?
Snowshoeing, sledging, ice skating, snowmobiling, paragliding, cross-country skiing, the Aquariaz water park, a cinema and yoga, among others.
What is there to do in summer?
Mountain biking (buy a bike lift pass), hiking, Lac de Montriond for swimming and paddle boarding (about 10 minutes), summer tobogganing, via ferrata, canyoning, golf, tennis and horse riding. Peak summer is July and August.
Which ski school do you recommend?
For children: Easy2Ride, Evolution 2, Ecole de Ski 360 or ESF. For snowboarding: Mint. For adults: Supreme or ESF, both with over 20 years' experience. All are in or near Avoriaz:
- ESF Avoriaz, group and private lessons, all levels
- Easy2Ride, opposite the ice rink, children from age 4
- Evolution 2, lessons plus a children's programme
- Ecole de Ski 360, ski, snowboard, off-piste and touring
- Mint Snowboarding School, snowboarding from age 3
- Supreme, teaching since 1991, meets near the main lifts
- Also: Avoriaz Snowboard School, Ski Beyond, New Generation, Ski with Ease
What are the best outdoor activities in Avoriaz and Morzine?
Our top picks, with the local providers we recommend:
- Skiing: over 600 km of runs across the Portes du Soleil from Avoriaz, and 250 km from Morzine's Pleney and Super Morzine. Hire and lessons: Snow Snow Simple, Intersport Le Bourg, Ski Morzine, SKIHUT
- Mountain biking: downhill and cross-country trails, with bike hooks on the lifts in summer. Bikepark Avoriaz, MB Bike, Morzine Mountain Biking, Ride the Alps
- Hiking: Lac de Montriond, Col de la Joux Plane and Col de la Ramaz. Guides: Trekking Adventure, Hiking Avoriaz, Alpine Footprints, Morzine Hiking
- Paragliding: take off from Mont Chéry. Parapente Evasion, Parapente Avoriaz, Parapente Morzine, Paragliding Morzine
- Horse riding: Avoriaz Horse Riding Centre, Avoriaz Horse Riding School, Morzine Equitation
- Shopping: Morzine Market and the Morzine Shopping Centre
Where do we book summer activities?
Avoriaz is car-free, so children can get around most of it on foot. Many activities can be booked at the Avoriaz Tourist Office.
- Adventure: paddling at Nauti'chill on Lac de Montriond; guided outings with the Bureau des Guides; rafting, canyoning and white-water swimming; Avoriaz Bike Park; Blugeon Hélicoptères; ski-joering and trekking
- Family: Village des Enfants, mini golf, bowling at Le Roc Strike, trampolines, bouncy castle, La Ferme de Seraussaix, skate park
- Sport: Golf d'Avoriaz-Morzine and the driving range, squash and bouldering, beach volley, tennis, trail running, aqua fitness at Aquariaz
- Relaxing: Cinema Le Rex in Morzine, Deep Nature spa and Avoriaz Spa, and the pool at Hôtel Neige et Roc
Where is the best après-ski?
La Folie Douce, on the slopes at the top of Avoriaz. Après runs roughly 3pm to 6pm with DJs and live music. It has a gourmet restaurant (La Fruitière), a casual canteen (La Petite Cuisine, no booking) and a VIP balcony.
Which restaurants do you recommend?
Book ahead in peak summer and winter, as these fill up.
| Restaurant | Where | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Le Chasse Montagne | Morzine area | Savoyard classics, terrace views (a host favourite, book well ahead) |
| La Terrasse des Lindarets | Les Lindarets | Modern French, live music some nights (a host favourite) |
| La Chaudanne | Les Lindarets | Fondue and tartiflette, stone-cellar wine bar (a host favourite) |
| Le Clin d'Oeil | Morzine area | Relaxed sharing plates, valley views |
| L'Atelier, Hôtel Le Samoyède | Morzine | Michelin-starred tasting menu |
| La Grange | Morzine | Upscale local dishes, live music |
| Le 155 Steakhouse | Avoriaz | Steaks and grills |
| Le Bec Jaune | Avoriaz | Terrace, fondue and tartiflette |
| Mamma's | Morzine | Quick, affordable food and takeaway |
| Le Tavaillon | Avoriaz | Traditional French, big screens for sport |
| La Rotonde | Morzine | Huge menu: Savoyard, Asian, pizza; mountain-view terrace |
Where's good for a drink in the evening?
In Morzine: The Dixie Bar and The Cavern Bar. In Avoriaz: The Hill Bar (DJs nightly), La Kinkerne, Le Bowling Bar and The Place.