The
village of Morzine / Avoriaz is situated in the heart of the Chablais
moutains, between the lower peaks of the Jura and the higher peaks of the
Mont-Blanc range, near the Swiss border.
By road,
Morzine lies 25 miles from lake Geneva and 40 miles from Chamonix.
The
village nestles between two valleys : the vallon des Ardoisières (slate valley) and the
vallée de la Manche.
The Name Morzine is of Germanic origin, derived from Morgen or Rising sun.
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Off piste
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Cross
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Sledging ![]() |
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Nighttime
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Climbing ![]() |
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Walking ![]() |
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Swimming
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Archery ![]() |
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Hydrospeed ![]() |
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Mini golf ![]() |
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Paragliding ![]() |
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