New Generation Ski School Avoriaz

Yes, Avoriaz is an excellent choice for beginner skiers. In fact, the whole Portes du Soleil ski area is fantastic for beginners. With plenty of ski schools to choose from, and endless gentle terrain to practice on, including 25 blue runs and 4 green runs.

First-time skiers should start on Ecoles or Dromonts pistes in the middle of the snow front in the resort. There are also three of the four green pistes nearby and over four blue pistes (Proclou, Gernues, Seraussaix and Proclou) which are easy, gentle and spacious for you to practice and build confidence.

Yes, the village of Avoriaz sits at an altitude of 1800m and is known for keeping its snow long into the springtime.

Fly to Avoriaz

Fly to Geneva airport, which is the closest airport and pick up an airport transfer to the resort.

Airport Transfers: Geneva – Avoriaz

Most people that use air travel fly into Geneva airport as it’s less than 100 km drive to Avoriaz.  There are shuttle buses from 25-50€ per person, or you can take a private taxi.  There are also shuttle bus services from Lyon, Chambery and Grenoble, but for the higher price of between 60-100€ per person.

We recommend the following transfer companies:

• Snowlinx Transfers
• AlpyBus
• Skiidy Gonzales

Train to Avoriaz

Alternatively, you can take a train to Cluses or Thonon les bains and then take either a public or shuttle bus or a private taxi into resort.

Drive to Avoriaz

If you have an electric car, we highly recommend driving out to the Alps. It is by far the lowest carbon route to the Alps.

The best lift pass options for kids:

• Whippersnappers to Bombers need the Avoriaz Pass.
• Rockets to Pro-riders will need the Avoriaz Pass. Our ski instructors will advise if your child needs to upgrade to a Portes du Soleil Pass.

The best lift pass options for adults:

• Adults in our Level 1 groups need the Avoriaz Pass.
• Adults in our Levels 2, 3 or 4 need the Avoriaz Pass. Our ski instructors will advise if you need to upgrade to a Portes du Soleil Pass.
• Adults in our Off-Piste groups will need the Avoriaz Pass.

There is a regular bus service linking up with Morzine, Les Gets, Montriond and even as far as Les Jotty. Timetables can be found at the bus stops and in the Tourist Office.

Unlike some other French resorts, Avoriaz is a reasonably priced resort. With plenty of affordable accommodation options and fantastic restaurants to suit every budget. It is more expensive that the less known French resorts, but it gives you access to the Portes du Soleil, whereby you can ski to Morzine, Les Gets and even over into Switzerland.

Information regarding when Avoriaz ski resort will open can be found here.

Whether you’re a non-skier or have one in your party, or you’re looking for something to do when the weather draws in, there’s plenty of non-skiing activities to keep you entertained in Avoriaz.

Ice skating – In the center of Avoriaz, open during the morning and late afternoon.

Aquariaz – A tropical paradise in the heart of Avoriaz. This is a great activity for kids with water slides, water guns, and tipping buckets of water. There is also a chill-out space that’s fab for the big kids.

Horse & sleigh

Snowshoeing or Nordic walking

Or have you ever thought about having a workout and trying different disciplines like ski touring or cross-country?

These can be accessed on the Avoriaz website.

Avoriaz ski resort sits at 1800m altitude.

Avoriaz is a great resort for families. It really is hard to find a resort that is as safety focused and centred around children’s enjoyment on the mountain. The ski area is huge and there are:

• 3 specific zones for beginners
• 37 green slopes
• 123 blues

It’s also good to note that in Avoriaz 1800, children under the age of 5 ski for free, and the child ski pass is valid up to the age of 15 years (inclusive) rather than the usual 12 years. There’s also a reduced rate for teenagers aged 16 to 19 years too – so they can enjoy all the joys of skiing without breaking the bank!

In Avoriaz & Morzine we recommend one company who provides childcare options:

Jack Frost’s
Quality childcare in the Portes du Soleil.

If you’re looking for more information about the resort including what’s on during your stay, then try one of the following websites:

See Avoriaz
A helpful site with regular event listings of what’s going on in the resort, snow reports and more.

Avoriaz Tourist Office
The official site for Avoriaz