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Morzine-Avoriaz: Responsible Tourism, New Refuges, and 2026-2027 Ski Season Dates

other · 2026-08-18

In 2021, the French Alps resort of Morzine-Avoriaz earned the "Flocon vert" designation for its commitment to sustainable tourism. Situated at an elevation of 1,000 meters, it boasts a lively village atmosphere alongside swift access to high-altitude skiing. This ski area has been a venue for Alpine Ski World Cup competitions and has developed talents such as Oscar Mandin and Valentin Delluc. The Chamossière sector includes a designated freeride zone, while the "1000D" run features a vertical drop of 1,000 meters. Highlights include Chemin des Zouzous and Eagle Park, and the AlpinExpress Pass encourages eco-friendly vacations. Winter itinerancy is enhanced with paths leading to three winter refuges. The provisional opening dates for winter 2026-2027 are Avoriaz (Dec 11, 2026 - Apr 18, 2027) and Pléney-Nyon-Chamossière (Dec 19, 2026 - Apr 4, 2027).

Key facts

  • Morzine-Avoriaz received the "Flocon vert" label in 2021
  • The ski domain has hosted Alpine Ski World Cup events
  • The "1000D" descent from Pas de l'Aigle offers nearly 1,000 meters of vertical drop
  • The AlpinExpress Pass, created by Montagne Verte, benefits rail travelers at about fifty valley partners
  • Three refuges are open all winter: La Golèse, Bostan, and Cabane du Col de Cou
  • Cabane du Col de Cou is a renovated former customs post on the Swiss border between Morzine and Champéry
  • The newly renovated Le Savoie building provides 31 accommodations for seasonal workers
  • Avoriaz sector opens December 11, 2026 to April 18, 2027; Pléney-Nyon-Chamossière from December 19, 2026 to April 4, 2027

Entities

Artists

  • Oscar Mandin
  • Valentin Delluc

Institutions

  • Montagne Verte
  • Ski-club Morzine-Avoriaz
  • Hockey Club Morzine-Avoriaz
  • Mairie de Morzine
  • Office de Tourisme de Morzine
  • Société des remontées mécaniques de Morzine

Locations

  • Morzine
  • France
  • Avoriaz
  • Les Gets
  • Portes du Soleil
  • Chamossière
  • Pointe de Nyon
  • Pas de l'Aigle
  • Switzerland
  • Champéry
  • Alps
  • Cabane du Col de Cou
  • La Golèse
  • Bostan
  • Picos de Europa
  • Spain

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