When to go to Avoriaz
When to go
To Avoriaz ?
Each season has its own experience
In Avoriaz, there isn’t just one way to experience the mountains. From one season to another, the resort changes its pace and atmosphere, while always preserving what makes it unique: a fully pedestrian resort, both in winter and summer, ski-in/ski-out in winter, making your stay both accessible and especially easy in summer.
Winter unfolds in several moments, from the first snowfall to the magic of Christmas, the buzz of the holidays and the gentleness of spring. Summer, meanwhile, opens up a completely different chapter, more natural and more peaceful, where the mountains can be rediscovered in another way, always with that same feeling of accessibility and freedom.
Rather than looking for the perfect time, it’s really about finding the one that suits you best. Some periods invite you to ski intensively, others to slow down, to share moments, or simply to enjoy the surroundings. While the atmosphere evolves throughout the year, there is always that feeling that each stay in Avoriaz is unique.
Each season has its advantages. Discover the one that suits you best.
Summer in Avoriaz
Another way to experience the mountains
When the snow gives way to alpine meadows, Avoriaz reveals another side of itself—more open and closer to nature, yet still just as distinctive. The resort retains what makes it special: its fully pedestrian layout and easy access to the area and its activities, while offering a completely different experience focused on fresh air, nature, and outdoor pursuits.
Summer in Avoriaz can be enjoyed in many ways. Some come to explore the trails and gain elevation, while others, seeking thrills, take advantage of a vast mountain biking area. Others are drawn by the wide range of outdoor activities, while some simply choose to slow down, reconnect, and fully enjoy the surroundings, not to mention those who prefer relaxing and spending time on terraces.
The atmosphere is gentler, calmer, almost suspended in time, with that sense of freedom that can only be found in the mountains.
As you’ve understood, beyond this natural setting, each stay can take the shape that suits you best without compromise, whether it’s active holidays, a family getaway or moments of relaxation.
Discover summer through our virtual tour
Winter in Avoriaz
Start of the season: first snowfalls and riding spirit
From the very first snowfall, Avoriaz regains its winter energy. The atmosphere is both festive and authentic, firmly focused on skiing and riding, with that excitement unique to the start of the season. First tracks, freshly snow-covered landscapes and the buzz around Rock On Snow, the season’s flagship opening event, set the tone. It’s a lively period, driven by ride culture and the joy of returning to the mountains in the very first weeks.
The magic of Christmas and New Year
During the holiday season, the resort transforms and immerses itself in a magical atmosphere, like a true Santa Claus village. The trees are adorned with decorations, the resort lights up with garlands and glowing lights, and every detail enhances this Christmas spirit. Activities and a shared sense of excitement wrap Avoriaz in a real bubble of magic, where children find a life-sized playground and create unforgettable memories. Days unfold between skiing and shared moments with family or friends, in a warm and festive atmosphere that makes this period truly special. Without a doubt, this is when Avoriaz is at its most beautiful.
January: the mountains at their very best
As the pace of the holiday season slows down, Avoriaz returns to a more peaceful atmosphere. The snow settles in for the long term, conditions are often ideal, and powder days follow one after another to the delight of snow sports enthusiasts. It’s the perfect time to fully enjoy the ski area, the sensations of riding, and the mountains in their purest form. January stands out for this balance between excellent skiing conditions and tranquility.
February: the energy of the winter holidays
During the winter holidays, the resort comes fully alive. The atmosphere is friendly and lively, shaped by days of skiing, entertainment and shared activities. Everyone finds their own balance between skiing, discovery and time spent together. Avoriaz truly reveals its family and collective spirit during this period, in a vibrant atmosphere where people come as much for the experience as for the memories to be created.
The Best for the end: March and April
March and April in Avoriaz mark a gentle transition, where the mountain experience evolves into something sunnier and more relaxed. Snow remains plentiful thanks to the resort’s altitude, but conditions change. You ski on softer snow, under the warmth of the sun, at a slower pace and with fewer crowds. The days grow longer, giving more time to enjoy, link runs together, and then take breaks on sunny terraces.
As the season progresses, the resort takes on a more festive rhythm. Après-ski stretches out in the sunshine, terraces fill up and the atmosphere becomes more sociable, driven by events, concerts and gatherings centered around skiing and riding. Between skiing and relaxation, activity and shared moments, this period offers another way to experience Avoriaz, somewhere between winter and summer.
It’s also during this time that Avoriaz offers particularly attractive deals to make the most of the resort. A great opportunity to enjoy the Avoriaz experience in especially favorable conditions.
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Pedestrian resort
Since its creation, Avoriaz 1800 has been designed as a car-free resort, with a unique concept of a 100% pedestrian village. In winter, people move around on skis through snowy streets where skiers, pedestrians and horse-drawn sleighs share a magical setting. In summer, cars are left behind in favour of walking, cycling or riding a scooter, in a peaceful, family-friendly atmosphere. Everything is within easy reach, surrounded by unspoiled nature. In Avoriaz, freedom and simplicity truly come to life.
Ski area and maps
Avoriaz 1800 is located in the heart of Portes du Soleil, one of the largest cross-border ski areas in the world, where 12 French and Swiss resorts are interconnected.
Domain & Maps
Discover the MTB area of Avoriaz and the Portes du Soleil. In Avoriaz, no more queues to start the day – here, you hop straight on your bike! Easily access the bike parks of Avoriaz, Châtel, Morzine, or Champéry-Morgins, and get back just as easily thanks to the ski lifts. No more waiting for shuttles – make the most of your biking day!
Avoriaz offers your activities
Avoriaz brings together everything essential in one place: relaxation, freedom, and a wide range of activities and all in an exceptional setting that invites you to escape. And the cherry on top: in summer, Avoriaz offers your activities for free! Find out how our summer offer works further down on this page.
Webcams Avoriaz
Discover the breathtaking landscapes of Avoriaz in real time with our webcams! Whether you’re planning your stay, checking the weather conditions, or simply dreaming of the mountains, follow the live views of the ski area, the village, and the surrounding peaks throughout the day.
Webcams on the slopes
In winter, Avoriaz’s webcams take you right to the heart of the snowy ski area. From Le Fornet, Arare, Les Lindarets, or Grand Conche, watch live updates of the slope conditions, weather, and snow coverage. Plan your ski days with ease and make the most of your mountain experience!
