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What's new this winter in Morzine
From the ski area to what's fresh in resort
As winter takes hold in Morzine we take a look at what's new in town and on the slopes.
Early signs of snowfall here in The Alps are creating much excitement for the upcoming winter season. The ski industry here is raring to go and this winter looks like being an exceptionally busy one. Morzine Les Gets ski area opens on the 21 December and ski passes are on sale.
Energy saving initiatives
The current rise in energy costs is offering the resorts an opportunity to fast track many of their eco/environmental sustainable initiatives for example LED lighting, optimising the speed of ski lifts, the addition of GPS systems in the snow groomers for added efficiency
Morzine Avoriaz has held the prestigious Flocon Vert label since 2021, reinforcing their sustainable commitment of current and future good practices in mountain tourist destinations.
Winter tyres
A reminder that it is now mandatory from 1 November to 31 March to have winter tyres (M&S marking, or all weather (four season) tyres), OR at least two snow chains/socks in the vehicle when driving in the mountain regions in France, following a law introduced from November 2021.
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On the slopes
Snowpark has moved
The Eagle Park has been moved this winter to the Freux piste at the top of the Têtes chairlift which has a nautral snow accumulation each winter, making it a great spot for the snowpark. The boardcross Eagle Park remains just above the Nyon plateau.
New piste maps
Les Gets and Morzine have made a few changes on the pistes so there is a new piste map published. Check our maps page to download
Respecting the environment
To help reduce the amount of artificial snow produced, the snowpark modules are shaped out of earth, this is part of the Flocon Vert label awarded to Morzine in 2021 to respect the environment.
In addition to this, another sustainability investment in Morzine has been replacing the fleet of nine piste bashers with Snowsat machines. The resort continues to provide training in efficient driving and usage to remain environmentally friendly.
In the resort
New routes for shuttle bus
The free winter bus service starts this season on 13th December and runs until 20th April 2025. In an effort to improve the traffic flow on the Avenue de Joux Plane, the A line (between Prodains and Morzine) will split into two different routes when it gets into the village at the cemetery roundabout.
The first will take the regular route to the Pleney along the Avenue de Joux Plaine, the second will finish at the Palais du Sport. It’s hoped that this modification will ease pressure on the streets of Morzine in the mornings and offer faster access to Avoriaz.
Welcome back Le Petit Train
The popular petit train will return to the streets of Morzine this winter. It will operate between 08:45 and 17:45 every day with a service between the Pleney Télécabine and the Super Morzine lift.
Go dog sledding around Morzine
Explore the Manche valley in Morzine with Quentin and his sled dogs. A great experience lasting for about an hour, gliding through snowy landscapes for anyone over the age of two.
Kids and families
Childrens zone moves to higher altitude
Chemin des Zouzous will move for the winter season to a more snow-sure location. The animals of the Zouzous have been re-homed along the Choucas (blue) piste. Access the new location via Les Granges blue piste then on the Charniaz chairlift which takes you to the top of the Choucas cruisy blue piste through the trees.
Pinguin Park
This childrens area at the top of the Pleney has new modules and games to occupy the kiddies this winter.
New covered magic carpet
At Les Chavannes mid-station in Les Gets the existing magic carpet has been extended by over 20 metres and given a cover ready for this winter in the Mappy's beginners area. This new longer and faster carpet now has the capacity to move up to 1200 people per hour.
Hotel news
Le Tremplin
The hotel remains closed during the extensive renovation works, however Camp Tremplin will be offering the daily epic après-ski parties that are legendary in Morzine.
Restaurants and Cafés
Le Wetzet gets a makeover
The Wetzet, a popular ski stop on the Tulipe blue piste in Les Gets has reinvented itself after a major refurbishment. The bar and kitchen have been made larger with new a la carte dishes. Specialising in family cuisine, homemade soup,s omelettes and the speciality Reblochon crêpe.
The exterior facade has been redesigned using a mix of wood and stone and the interior decor has been modernised but maintains that warmth and friendly ambience. Roger has stepped down this winter and is leaving the running of the restaurant to his two daughters.
Semba tapas bar après-ski events
Newly refurbished in the Chalet Marmotte Hotel in Les Gets is Semba tapas bar. Offering a whole host of après-ski parties inbcuding concerts, karoake, batchata classes and more.
Travel
Alpin Express Pass
Montagne Vert an environmental association in the valley have created this pass to encourage local businesses to offer discounts to holidaymakers who travel to the resort by train. Not always the cheapest or fastest option but it is the most environmentally friendly. Many local businesses including the lift company are offering discounts to guests arriving by train as a reward for their efforts to reduce their carbon footprint.
Events
You’ll find many highlights in the winter events calendar for Morzine including the major music festivals including Rock The Pistes and Snowboxx. Wellbeing weeks, Spartan Races and comedy are just part of the diverse line up. Full event details can be found in our events calendar
More inspiration...
A handful of improvements set to make life even better in and around the vibrant little town that is Morzine. Nestled in the heart of Les Portes du Soleil, this area can become an absolute paradise when the weather systems align – something we'll all be paying an increasing amount of attention to over the coming weeks. See you soon!
