Description Morzine, France
Morzine - a democratic atmosphere, affordable prices, infrastructure, scenic hills, covered with soft snow, and cozy hotel with the famous alpine sloping roofs, built in traditional Tyrolean style. Low-building attached to the town of Morzine chalets attractive charm of traditional alpine village. There are no huge hotel complexes, and look pleased with winding streets with many shops, bars and small restaurants. Morzine is situated 80 km from Geneva airport, 200 km from the airport of Lyon. The nearest railway station - Cluses or Thonon-les-Bains - located 30 km.
The resort is located in a key spot Port du Soleil, and belongs to the province of Rhone-Alps. This is the largest of 14 interconnected ski resorts in the region of Port du Soleil, situated between Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc.
Morzine - a cozy small alpine village, turned into a resort of high class. Morzine has a sufficiently large and interesting area for skiing. The slopes of Morzine steep and varied, many of them and they are right next to the hotel. From Morzine is easy to get into the vast region of interesting riding, beginning in Avoriaze, with the legendary brown tracks and a paradise for snowboarders. Travel to Avoriaz (which is at 800 meters above the Morzine) can move up the cable car. Conversely you can go down on skis.
For professionals in Morzine is fairly steep descent Pointe de Nyon (Pointe de Nyon, 2019 m), but in Avoriaze are more interesting for the professional route, including the descent the world championship. Sector Chatel (Chatel) has excellent slopes for skiing off-piste.
For the average fit the Port-du-Soleil (Port du Soleil), which offers a large selection for under-experienced skiers. The main road passes through picturesque woods. Worth trying slopes Shamperi (Champery) and district Linder (Linderets), where almost the whole area of riding at your disposal.
For beginners, spacious and comfortably laid-related tracks, well-handled by snow cannons.
When buying a subscription (ski-pass), you will be able to ride, not only in France but also in Switzerland. All routes serve the modern ski lifts. Once a week, in February and March, open trails for night skiing. Pine forests and beautiful mountain scenery will give you a feeling of spaciousness, tranquility and freedom.
The slopes, slopes, lifts