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The pace of new resort developments across Morzine, Les Gets, Avoriaz and the surrounding valley continues unabated. In fact, it was impossible to fit everything on the pages that follow, so we’ve included a more thorough guide to what’s new and exciting on our website.
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Events
From the Critérium du Dauphiné to the UCI MTB World Cup, a number of excellent events are planned across our villages and valleys this summer. In order to give you the most precise, up to date information, we’ve included them all on our website events calendar, which also includes current COVID-19 regulations concerning gatherings. Head to morzinesourcemagazine. com for the latest events information.
What's new in Bike Park Les Gets?
Our mountain resorts generated very little revenue during the Winter 21 season. Despite this, they continue to invest in improved facilities and trails for the summer season. This is certainly true in Les Gets, where bike park shapers have overhauled the 4-cross at the bottom of La Roue Libre this spring for your riding pleasure. The team have also taken the time to give this arrival zone a facelift, making it even more spectacular. The Triple 8 has also been entirely refurbished by the Bike Park Les Gets team. Go forth and enjoy! Nyon - Dedicated to You
Because not everyone visits Morzine during the summer to hurtle down mountains, Nyon is now dedicated to those seeking a more relaxed pace during the sunny months. Take the free bus from Morzine or leave your car in the free car park at the base of the mountain, ride the brand new escalator to the gondola lift and enjoy the views as you head up to the Nyon Plateau. Take the Pointe de Nyon chairlift to access the 15 metre, glass-floored viewing platform perched at an altitude of 2019 metres for incredible views between Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc. Mountain flora and fauna are also abundant on Nyon, whilst the Pointe de Nyon restaurant is now home to a mini mountain farm with goats, rabbits and chickens, birds of prey and demonstrations by local shepherds. A new environmental trail has also been created next to the restaurant, complete with information boards to help you spot animals, mountains flowers and more. A Bike Park for All Levels in Morzine
Vital MTB voted Morzine’s Bike Park 8th best in the world in 2020, yet progress continues to make it more inclusive for beginner riders. With a focus on creating environmentally friendly features by hand, last summer brought us a brand new, free to enjoy, beginners area at the top of Pleney, complete with small berms and jumps for the smallest of riders. This year a new 4.5km long trail named Family has been installed and as the name suggests, it’s a gentle trail with several banked turns. At the other end of the scale, former French downhill champion and Santa Cruz ambassador Romain Paulhan has collaborated with the bike park team to redesign the red trail, now renamed Super 8. Expect a technical run with jumps and tables. There’s also two new bike wash points at the bottom of Pleney and they’re free to use with your lift pass.
La Casa Co-working in Les Gets
Because #WFH is sure to loose its appeal soon, Pacome Schmitt has launched his own co-working space in Les Gets. “I’ve had discussions with friends who work from home yet find it difficult to be productive,” Pacome explains. “Home working can be distracting for many reasons and it’s very difficult to find a rhythm to separate your work life and your home life,” he continues. Inside La Casa you’ll find seven work spaces including four individual desks and three shared tables. There’s a calm, inspiring vibe throughout plus custom furniture from our favourite local furniture maker, Tristan at Tanko Designs. Pacome plans to add individual offices later this year for those who need privacy while working. Rates start at €20 per day, while weekly, monthly and annual space rental is also available. You can find out more and plan a visit by emailing info.tfcw@gmail.com or head to facebook.com/ lacasacoworking74 for further updates. La Casa Coworking is located at 781 rue du Centre in Les Gets.
Staying Out is the new Staying In
Can there be a better to way enjoy the tranquility of the mountains than an overnight stay in a refuge? Now if you’re imagining day-long hikes to a remote mountain location (you can head to page 40 for those!), think again! Refuge L’Abricotine is located at the foot of the Cascade de Brochaux, which is a relatively flat and easy hike from the Lindarets bowl - it’s incredibly easy to get there, even with the smallest of children. Benjamin and his team await you for an authentic refuge experience featuring Savoyarde specialities for dinner before you bunk down in one of two dormitories. There are 24 beds in total, so why not get a group together? Discover more at refuge-abricotine.com or call +33 (0) 6 66 26 05 26.
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Open for lunch and dinner Located in the centre of Morzine
cuisine gourmande et régionale
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Generous seasonal cuisine and local specialities A warm welcome and a cosy atmosphere… the perfect place for an alpine meal
Morzine Summer Luge New Owners for La Croix Blanche in Les Gets
Accessible from the top of the Crusaz chairlift at the base of the Pleney and open each day between Friday 9th July and Sunday 29th August, 10.30am to 6pm, Morzine’s 800m long, 16 turn summer luge is arguably just as fun to watch as it is to ride. Children aged between three and eight must join an adult for the ride and we guarantee fun for all the family. We’d recommend planning a luge trip in the afternoon when the queues will be shorter but we don’t recommend trying to luge in the rain!
New Trails in Avoriaz 1800
Located at the foot of the slopes of Les Gets’ Chavannes mid-station, the sunny terrace of La Croix Blanche has been a Source favourite for many years. Summer or winter, the views are incredible! Under new ownership from this summer season, the Alpine Restaurants group will instal a brand new menu under the guidance of Michelin-trained group Changement de propriétaire head chef Anthony Trezy. Come autumn, the restaurant will undergo a full renovation ahead of the winter season, in keeping with the chic, contemporary style of Vina Annapurna (also open this summer in Les NEW OWNERSHIP Gets) and La Bokka (opens December 21), which are also operated by the Alpine Restaurants group. What can we expect on the menu this summer? Tuna tataki, marinated soya beans and wasabi coulis for It’s been a busy spring for the shapers of Avoriaz MTB. Not only have starters! To make a reservation call +33 (004 50 75 80 66 the existing trails received a good once over, new routes have been constructed for your downhilling pleasure. Hattock on the Super Morzine has been extended via a new black trail from the top of the Zore lift. You’ll also find two brand new, hand-shaped trails over in the Seraussaix sector. Named Wallibi (red) and Goupil (blue), they split off from the Fourmiz trail and rejoin it at the bottom of the Seraussaix lift. The creation of new hiking trails in Lindarets means the Chemin des Brochaux is now dedicated to bikes and renamed ‘The Goat’. It’ll be further enhanced this summer, while the chemin de la Cabana aux Garde also becomes an official bike trail.
Avoriaz 1800 continues its dedication to enduro and e-bikes with ‘The Loop’. Undulating from Avoriaz to the bottom of the Zore lift and back, The Loop makes use of existing trails but will be clearly signposted. You’ll also discover that the Avoriaz MTB Trail Progression scale in partnership with Santa Cruz Bicycles has been updated and split into Tech and Flow trails to help riders better understand their progression and trial choice.
Our Mountains in Your Home
Photographer Jacquie Cutler has been taking stunning pictures of our local landscapes for many years. Inspired during the first lockdown by requests for her images as prints, Jacquie launched Finesse Art, an online gallery featuring almost 200 of her favourite local photos. From a beautifully frozen Lake Montriond to a refreshing sunrise over Avoriaz, Jacquie’s work features some of our most iconic viewpoints and they’re all available in a selection of sizes and finishes to suit your home. In a year when we’ve all had our travel wings clipped, decorating your home with views from your favourite destination is a must. Jacquie even provides a digital in-situ service so you can see her artwork on your wall before you buy. Head to finesse-art.com for more details. Let Them Eat Cake
If you’ve ever lusted after a slice of delicious, homemade cake midmountain-hike, you’ll be very excited about this news. Local hike specialists DayAway Adventures have joined forces with local bakers Apeeling Cakes to launch Cream Tea Hikes. As the name suggests, Vivien and Jason from DaysAway will accompany you on a guided hike in our beautiful mountains and you’ll enjoy freshly made scones, jam and creamy creme fraiche along the way. To book your Cream Tea Hike, head to daysawayadventures.com/half-day-private-hikes for more details.
La Croix Blanche
OUVERTURE JUILLET 2021 / OPENING JULY 2021
3973 Route des Chavannes, 74260 Les Gets +33 (0)6 75 11 31 58
Micro Adventures in Avoriaz
With so many different activities available in the Portes du Soleil’s highest resort, the choice can be overwhelming. To help you plan the ultimate summer holiday, Avoriaz 1800 have developed 16 different micro adventures with something to suit everyone. From yoga paddle boarding on Lac de Montriond, to cow-working (not a typo!) at the Ferme de seraussaix, these micro adventures aim to break down the mountain holiday experience into bite-size chunks of fun. You’ll find the full offering at avoriaz.com.
English Immersion Courses by Alpine French School
French immersion in the Alps
Learn French on Holiday with our language immersion courses while enjoying activities in the great outdoors. Maximum progress in minimum time!
I stayed for a week with Fred and Carol and became friends for life! They are some of the most genuinely nice people I've ever met, and do an incredible job of creating a welcoming experience. They really make you feel a part of the family.
Tailored private language lessons
Practice your new French skills whilst skiing, hiking, sightseeing & cooking. Stay for a weekend or stay for longer, we can tailor make a package for you.
Weekend packages From 500€pp
Hosted in our welcoming, eco-friendly home in Morzine, 1hour from Geneva
We look forward to welcoming you into our home:
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This summer Morzine will welcome French children on a quest to improve their English skills. They’ll be hosted by local English families so they can learn to speak English in a relaxed, immersive way, while also enjoying fun, inspiring activities across the valley. If you’re English and living locally and you’re interested in hosting French adults and children as part of this Alpine French School initiative, you’re invited to get in touch! info@alpinefrenchschool.com or call +33 (0) 4 50 79 08 38. Find out more: www.fcmorzine.com
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Adventure Summer Camps for All!
Local activity specialists 7 Aventures launch a brand new activity programme during the months of July and August. Designed specifically for children aged 11 and over, the camps include adventures in the water, on the land and in the air with a focus on rediscovering the natural environment and gaining new skills in the company of experienced professionals. There’ll be a maximum of eight children per group and each camp takes place over five days. Activities include high rope courses in the trees, kayaking and swimming, hiking, mountain biking, canyoning and more. For more information head to 7aventures.com or call Gilles on +33 (0) 4 50 72 15 12.
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A New Local at Le Local
Sarah and Rich from local chalet catering company Spoony Cooks just made it easier for you to avoid cooking at home this summer. Motivated by the idea of a thriving community pub, Le Local opens in June on the site of the old Sherpa Bar in Morzine. The bar and restaurant have undergone extensive refurbishment in a fresh, bright style and the menu promises to include speciality coffees, gastro pub favourites, brasserie classics, flavours from around the world and fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Le Local will be open all year round and this summer you’ll be able to enjoy breakfast from 8am, brunch, lunch, bar snacks (including those famous gourmet hot dogs) and a full evening menu, either in the restaurant or on the terrace. Families with small children are very welcome, but perhaps more excitingly, Sarah and Rich are aiming to source 90% of all their ingredients locally over the next three years. Follow their progress over on Instagram @lelocalmorzine, call +33 (0) 4 50 74 72 65 to book a table or email reservations@lelocalmorzine.com.
Lakeside Yoga with Strength & Serenity Yoga
The shores of Lac de Montriond are perfect for a Saturday morning stretch with Nicole. Back by popular demand between 9am and 10am Taxi Morzine.pdf 1 27/04/2021 11:42 each week during the summer season, this morning vinyasa class is for all ability levels and Nicola hosts in an inclusive way which is sure to kick off your weekend in the right way! You’ll need to book in advance by emailing strengthandserenityyoga74@gmail.com or call Nicole on +33 (0) 6 04 49 42 32. Also look out for further week day lake-side classes More than just a taxi // Bien plus qu'un taxiby following Strength + Serenity Yoga on Facebook.
Licensed taxi | Minibus 8 seats | Minibus 15 seats Minibus 22 seats | Private airport transfersBeat the Bike Queues this Summer In resort taxi service | Excursions New for this summer season, Taxi Morzine’s Jo, Yannick, their 15-seater minibus and their brand new bike trailer will transport you to the top of the Col de Joux Verte each morning on the Morzine Bike Shuttle. You’ll New for Summer 2021 a MTB trailerbook your seat in advance at taxi-morzine.com and board the minibus at Morzine’s central bus station (behind the Rhodos, next to the Police Municipale office) with departures at 8.30am, 9.15am and 10am each day. For just €7.50 per journey, this is the quickest and easiest way to beat the queues; you’ll be deep into the Portes du Soleil before you know it. Head Follow Taxi Morzine on Facebook Call: +33 (0) 6 77 41 16 64to taxi-morzine.com/summer-transport to book your seat. Email: info@taxi-morzine.com Sushi Ninja at Bar Le National, St Jean d’Aulps
Take a break from pizzas, burgers and tartiflette by ordering delicious sushi from the skilled team at Bar Le National. You’ll order in advance from their vast menu for delivery to your home, workplace or holiday accommodation on Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week. On the menu you’ll find gyoza, miso soup and yakitori chicken in addition to a long list of sushi options, from tuna maki to sweet chilli dragon rolls. Prices start at €40 for a two-person, 32-piece menu, veggie and 1829 Route des Grandes Alpes, St Jean d’Aulps fish-free options are available too! View the full menu at facebook.com/ +33 (0) 4 50 38 49 66 | www.barnational.com | hello@barnational.combarlenational/menu
Order by 6pm the night before for freshly made sushi delivered to your door Menu available on our facebook page. Message or call 06 18 25 74 33 to order The Cafe Chaud Food Truck Returns
Saving many a hungover soul for the last few seasons, Oscar and his food truck return this summer to the Cafe Chaud beer garden. Expect homemade burgers and Korean fried chicken, everything on the menu is available as a vegan alternative. The food truck is open between 3pm and 9pm, Monday to Friday and 12noon to 9pm on Saturday and Sunday, all dishes are available to enjoy in the Cafe Chaud beer garden with a locally brewed IPA in the sunshine, or for takeaway.
A New Boutique Chalet-Hotel for Les Gets
Setting new standards of accommodation at the very heart of Les Gets, and just a stone’s throw from the Chavannes lift station, this new luxury hotel (the name will be revealed soon!) is expected to open in December 2022. Featuring eight en-suite bedrooms, a dedicated spa area with a swimming pool, ice room, treatment room and gym, there’s also an expansive roof terrace with roof-top views across the village towards Mont Chery. The new hotel will be operated by Summit Special, who also run the charming Chalet Gentiane in Les Gets. With architecture by Marullaz Architectures and interiors by shep&kyles, we’re looking forward to watching this project develop over the next few months! For more information head to summit-special.co.uk.
