Morillon is a very authentic French Alpine village. Even if you do not want to get carried away with the winter activities there is so much to do in Morillon and the surrounding areas. Besides the traditional French restaurants and bars in the village, you can see and do so much.
Find out more infos on Morillon official website:
www.ot-morillon.fr
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The Grand Massif offers 265km of superb skiing for all abilities.
At one level Morillon holds a coveted place in the "P’tits montagnards Club" of French Ski Resorts, offering a warm welcome with excellent facilities and activities for kids. The Village des Enfants caters for skiing and non-skiing kids between 6 months and 10 years.
At the other extreme you can climb higher and higher into the mountains towards Flaine which has a better snow record than any comparable resort in Europe. The locals put this down to a micro-climate created by it’s proximity to Mont Blanc.
Whether you're skiing or snowboarding, prefer freeride, freestyle or carving, you'll enjoy your favourite snowsport in a magnificent setting
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Grand Massif 1100m-2500m
www.grand-massif.com
The Grand Massif links five resorts: Morillon, Flaine, Samoens, Les Carroz and Sixt.
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134 pistes accessed by 80 lifts : 15 black, 51 red, 53 blue and 15 green.
Marked, patrolled and mechanically groomed: 15 black, 51 red, 53 blue, 15 green
Marked, patrolled but not mechanically groomed: 10 black
Capacity: 73 500 persons per hour.
Artificial snow: 128 snow canons
Piste preparation: 37 machines
Authentic-Alps are happy to help you with ski hire, lift passes, the village des enfants and ski school lessons... just drop us an email at: info@authentic-alps.com
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Cross country skiing (Nordic)
Morillon is a member of the "France Ski de Fond" organisation and the cross country area has 95 km of trails for the "traditional" or the "skating" way of skiing. These routes take you throughout the entire valley and will eventually lead you to the fabulous ‘Cirque du Fer à Cheval’ at Sixt.
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The famous Ecole de Ski Français (ESF) has 44 teachers in Morillon who can provide lessons and help you to appreciate the joys of alpine skiing, nordic skiing or snowboarding. Lessons can be given in English. Authentic-Alps are happy to provide you with further information or help you with booking lessons... just drop us an email at
info@authentic-alps.com
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Ice Driving
At the École de conduite Renault in nearby Flaine you can take beginner’s and advanced lessons with the instructors at the ice track. Authentic-Alps are happy to help arrange first-time sessions, private tuition or courses, from introductory level to courses lasting several days...
just drop us an email at info@Authentic-Alps.com
Ice Quads
Quads are the perfect 'boys toy' for having fun with driving lines and skid control. As with Ice Driving this akes place on a specially prepared circuit. Authentic-Alps are happy to help arrange quad hire and courses for adults and kids over the age of 7...
just drop us an email at info@Authentic-Alps.com
Snow Scooters
In ski season every evening, after the pistes have closed, Flaine Motoneige organise accompanied snow scooter rides across the slopes and forest paths. If you fancy this Authentic-Alps are happy to help with further Information and booking...
just drop us an email at info@Authentic-Alps.com
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On Foot
With 15 different signposted tracks to help you discover the valley and its’ villages you may even surprise a chamois or a squirrel!
Snow Shoes
Several local organisations offer guided snow shoe walks throughout the winter. Authentic-Alps are happy to help you with further information or booking... just drop us an email at info@authentic-alps.com
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Grand Massif/Morillon area
Morillon is a very authentic French Alpine village. Even if you do not want to get carried away with the winter activities there is so much to do in Morillon and the surrounding areas. Besides the traditional French restaurants and bars in the village, you can see and do so much.
Helicopter Flight
Fly over the Grand Massif or over the fantastic Mont Blanc mountain range. Takes place every Thursday morning and Authentic-Alps are happy to help with registration which takes place at the tourist office in Morillon village... just drop us an email at info@authentic-alps.com
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Annecy - 45 minutes drive
Try a trip to the Annecy and visit one of the most beautiful lakes of Europe. With its lovely castle, canal walks, shops, restaurants and historic entertainment, this place is a must and only about 45 minutes drive away. Try a boat trip and why not have lunch, or even dinner, on the luxury boat Le Libellule whilst enjoying the cruise.
Chamonix - 40 minutes drive
- Aiguille du Midi Cable Car (3842m)
One of the highest cable cars in the world, in two sections, it will take you on a spectacular aerial voyage, up to Aiguille du Midi surrounded by world-famous summits. Forever linked with mountaineering firsts - you will be able to contemplate a unique panoramic view over the Mont Blanc and the Alps. The views are stunning.
- Brevent (2525m)
The best views of the Mont Blanc massif are from the top of the Brevent cable car.
- Mont Blanc Tramway
This railway is the highest in France. Throughout the voyage, peaks and valleys unfold for your delight - the Contamines valley, Aiguille du Gouter, Aiguilles Rouges, Aiguille du Midi.
- Montenvers Railway
Explore the Mer de Glace in its wintery finery at the foot of the Drus, la Verte and Les Grandes Jorasses peak. From the arrival station, you can visit the crystal gallery, the alpine fauna exhibition and the ice grotto.
- Tour of Historic Chamonix
Chamonix has a rich and diverse architectural heritage. Key features of this tour, which can be booked at the Tourist Office include l'Eglise St Michel, la Marie and the Priory.
Evian les Bains - 50 minutes drive
Where the water comes from, this is another excellent day out. It has an Olympic size swimming pool, children's and paddling pools, and one of the longest water slides in Europe. The brave can also do a high dive into Lake Geneva or learn to water ski.
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Geneva
The world famous city with its landmark fountain on the Lake is only fifty minutes drive away. Plenty to see and do, with many museums, art galleries and fantastic shops and fascinating walks through the narrow streets of the old part of the city. Ferries across the lake are very popular.
Martigny
A popular daytrip is a scenic train ride over the border to Switzerland with the Mont Blanc Express from Chamonix to Martigny. This is just across the Swiss border, past Chamonix, and is in the picturesque Rhone valley. Built around Roman remains including a well preserved arena. It is well worth a visit to see the world famous Gianadda Foundation with its superb exhibitions which have included Van Gogh, Matisse, Picasso and Leonardo da Vinci. There is a permanent outdoor sculpture park with works by Rodin, Henry Moore and Miro, amongst others. There is also a magnificent collection of well preserved vintage cars and a permanent art collection.
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Try a trip to the Aoste Valley Courmayeur, through the Mont Blanc tunnel. There are specific market days where you can pick up the local specialities at a very reasonable price.
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Some of the best mountain bike trails in Europe can be found in the Grand Massif and surrounding areas, for all levels. Easyjet now allow you to bring your own bike for a small surcharge of £10 each way or you can rent a mountain bike from Morillon or Samoens. There are excursion trails on the valley floor as well as more difficult ones using the cable car systems to access them. You can also start many of the rides directly from the Morillon apartment.
Authentic-Alps are happy to help you with further information or booking... just drop us an email at info@authentic-alps.com
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The valley is beautiful and the hiking season can start as early as April in Morillon. You will need lightweight boots and shorts, waterproofs, sunglasses, plus skin and lip protection. Always have a drink at hand as well. Walks are well sign posted. In the valley you can do one day walks from the cable car stations and further afield two day plus walks in surrounding French areas, Italy and Switzerland.
Authentic-Alps are happy to help you with further information or booking... just drop us an email at info@authentic-alps.com
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Parapenting is a very popular sport in nearby Les Carroz due to the high mountains and great winds. There are many takeoff sites in Les Carroz.
Authentic-Alps are happy to help you with further information or booking... just drop us an email at info@authentic-alps.com
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You can do all the white water sports listed below in the Grand Massif. Early in the summer, in May and June, the rivers are usually high with snow melt from the mountains. During July, August and September the water levels are usually lower and the temperature warmer.
- Canyoning
Vertical swimming with exciting water-slides into deep pools.
- Hydro speed
White water swimming is offered by all the rafting companies and is great fun. Thick, reinforced wetsuits, crash hats and flippers are provided but you'll still feel vulnerable.
- Kayaking
This is good around Morillon but not well publicised. The Giffre river is good and grade three, the Dranse above Thonon offers a range of levels, The Dora Baltea features a range of difficulties including 15km of grade 6.
- Rafting
This is a good white knuckle ride and the Arve (Chamonix) and the Giffre (at Morillon/Samoens) are popular local rivers. Further afield are the excellent Dranse (between Morzine and Lake Leman) and, in Italy, the terrifying Dora Baltea.
- Swimming, Sunbathing, Windsurfing and BBQs
The local lakes are excellent for these with Lake Passy (20 minutes drive) being amongst the best. The outdoors is generally bug-free so sunbathing can be enjoyed in peace.
Authentic-Alps are happy to help you with further information or booking... just drop us an email at info@authentic-alps.com
- Golf in the Alps is popular with holiday makers who want to take in the mountain air while enjoying a leisurely round of 9-18 holes. Chamonix has an excellent 18 hole course and there are also courses in Flaine, Evian and Verbier.
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You can do all the white water sports listed below in the Grand Massif. Early in the summer, in May and June, the rivers are usually high with snow melt from the mountains. During July, August and September the water levels are usually lower and the temperature warmer.
- Canyoning
Vertical swimming with exciting water-slides into deep pools.
- Hydro speed
White water swimming is offered by all the rafting companies and is great fun. Thick, reinforced wetsuits, crash hats and flippers are provided but you'll still feel vulnerable.
- Kayaking
This is good around Morillon but not well publicised. The Giffre river is good and grade three, the Dranse above Thonon offers a range of levels, The Dora Baltea features a range of difficulties including 15km of grade 6.
- Rafting
This is a good white knuckle ride and the Arve (Chamonix) and the Giffre (at Morillon/Samoens) are popular local rivers. Further afield are the excellent Dranse (between Morzine and Lake Leman) and, in Italy, the terrifying Dora Baltea.
- Swimming, Sunbathing, Windsurfing and BBQs
The local lakes are excellent for these with Lake Passy (20 minutes drive) being amongst the best. The outdoors is generally bug-free so sunbathing can be enjoyed in peace.
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Why not try ballooning? Joe Roulet from the tourist office in Les Carroz, very nearby, offers spectacular flights in Le Montgolfiere des Carroz. Joe’s Montgolfiere is the symbol of Les Carroz and is one of the most renowned in France.
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More details to follow... feel free to drop us an email at: info@authentic-alps.com
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More details to follow... feel free to drop us an email at: info@authentic-alps.com
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Grand Massif/Morillon area
Morillon is a very authentic French Alpine village. Even if you do not want to get carried away with the summer sports activities there is so much to do in Morillon and the surrounding areas. Besides the traditional French restaurants and bars in the village, you can see and do so much.
Helicopter Flight
Fly over the Grand Massif or over the fantastic Mont Blanc mountain range. Takes place every Thursday morning and Authentic-Alps are happy to help with registration which takes place at the tourist office in Morillon village... just drop us an email at info@authentic-alps.com
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Annecy - 45 minutes drive
Try a trip to the Annecy and visit one of the most beautiful lakes of Europe. With its lovely castle, canal walks, shops, restaurants and historic entertainment, this place is a must and only about 45 minutes drive away. Try a boat trip and why not have lunch, or even dinner, on the luxury boat Le Libellule whilst enjoying the cruise.
Chamonix - 40 minutes drive
- Aiguille du Midi Cable Car (3842m)
One of the highest cable cars in the world, in two sections, it will take you on a spectacular aerial voyage, up to Aiguille du Midi surrounded by world-famous summits. Forever linked with mountaineering firsts - you will be able to contemplate a unique panoramic view over the Mont Blanc and the Alps. The views are stunning.
- Brevent (2525m)
The best views of the Mont Blanc massif are from the top of the Brevent cable car.
- Mont Blanc Tramway
This railway is the highest in France. Throughout the voyage, peaks and valleys unfold for your delight - the Contamines valley, Aiguille du Gouter, Aiguilles Rouges, Aiguille du Midi.
- Montenvers Railway
Explore the Mer de Glace in its wintery finery at the foot of the Drus, la Verte and Les Grandes Jorasses peak. From the arrival station, you can visit the crystal gallery, the alpine fauna exhibition and the ice grotto.
- Tour of Historic Chamonix
Chamonix has a rich and diverse architectural heritage. Key features of this tour, which can be booked at the Tourist Office include l'Eglise St Michel, la Marie and the Priory.
Evian les Bains - 50 minutes drive
Where the water comes from, this is another excellent day out. It has an Olympic size swimming pool, children's and paddling pools, and one of the longest water slides in Europe. The brave can also do a high dive into Lake Geneva or learn to water ski.
info@authentic-alps.com
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Geneva
The world famous city with its landmark fountain on the Lake is only fifty minutes drive away. Plenty to see and do, with many museums, art galleries and fantastic shops and fascinating walks through the narrow streets of the old part of the city. Ferries across the lake are very popular.
Martigny
A popular daytrip is a scenic train ride over the border to Switzerland with the Mont Blanc Express from Chamonix to Martigny. This is just across the Swiss border, past Chamonix, and is in the picturesque Rhone valley. Built around Roman remains including a well preserved arena. It is well worth a visit to see the world famous Gianadda Foundation with its superb exhibitions which have included Van Gogh, Matisse, Picasso and Leonardo da Vinci. There is a permanent outdoor sculpture park with works by Rodin, Henry Moore and Miro, amongst others. There is also a magnificent collection of well preserved vintage cars and a permanent art collection.
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Try a trip to the Aoste Valley Courmayeur, through the Mont Blanc tunnel. There are specific market days where you can pick up the local specialities at a very reasonable price.
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