Avoriaz Activities

With the whole of the Portes du Soleil area to explore, Avoriaz is definitely a great place for biking as the different and varied terrains suit bikers of all levels. Just down the road from Avoriaz, Morzine is pretty much a Mecca for mountain and road biking. Whether you enjoy a leisurely cycle around some of the lower level trails, or a day's hardcore downhill mountain biking exhilarating extreme action is more your ‘thang’, Avoriaz definitely has something to suit all tastes. ... see "Avoriaz & Portes du Soleil for Mountain & Road Biking" for more

From the heights of Avoriaz one can glide down to the bottom of the valley on a tandem paraglider controlled by the instructor. He manoeuvres the parachute while the passenger enjoys the ride and fantastic views. Taking off is the only scary moment; once you have been equipped with a helmet and strapped to the instructor behind you in a rather intimate way, both of you simply point your skis (or board) downhill, and carry on getting faster and faster until the parachute lifts you into the air. An early intermediate skier can manage the take-off, but for boarders a good technical level is needed. ... see "Avoriaz for Paragliding" for more

The majority of things to do in Avoriaz relate to being outdoors, and whilst there are many organised activities, getting out there is mainly what it is about - at a leisurely pace or at warp speed, it's up to you. The list of activities available in the summer is endless and there is always something to suit everyone; whether it be families with small children, seasoned hikers, thrill-seekers or simply those who want to get away from it all and try something new. ... see "Avoriaz Activities - Summer" for more

Well of course, you are always going to have the ubiquitous skiing and snowboarding, but whilst you’re in Avoriaz, you may want to try your hand at one of the many other winter activities available in this town. Below are a few suggestions to tickle your imagination! ... see "Avoriaz Activities - Winter" for more

If you are unlucky enough to find yourself in Avoriaz when the rain is pouring and the wind is howling, or if you simply want to have a day off all of those extreme sports you've put your body through, there's no shortage of things for you to do in Avoriaz. Whether you fancy some pampering at a spa, want to catch a movie at the cinema, or take the kids to the sports park; here's a few suggestions to keep you entertained during your stay. ... see "Avoriaz Activities - Indoor / Bad Weather" for more

There is a wealth of activities to keep the whole family happy in Avoriaz – from things that you can do together to activities where the children can be left to play with their new ‘holiday friends’. Your only problem might be fitting in everyone’s top choice! ... see "Avoriaz Activities - Families & Kids" for more