Ski holidays in Avoriaz

Avoriaz has a great selection of restaurants for a variety of different tastes. The food in the area is predominantly French with Swiss influences, and be sure to try some of the delicious wines while you’re away. There are plenty of options that are suitable for families, as well as budget friendly options, including pizzerias, takeaways and cosy bistros. 

Avoriaz has a great selection of restaurants for a variety of different tastes. With French and Swiss influences, there is no shortage of great food and delicious wines - whether you feel like classic Alpine dishes such as fondue or raclette, or family friendly spots, you will be sure to find somewhere that meets your taste.

For on-the-go hearty burgers, curly chips and snacks in an ideal piste-side location, head to Le Changa, just opposite the Prodains cable car summit station. It is incredibly popular, especially on a sunny day.

Also in the area is Chez Flo, offering both inside/outside dining and a delicious menu of Savoyard dishes, croque monseuirs and chips. Next door is Les Trappeurs which is both a lively après bar as well as a good place to stop for a bite to eat, also offering Savoyard dishes but also some Italian specials, and wine.

If you are looking for somewhere to enjoy traditional French dishes, La Reserve offers classic gourmet French dishes, there is also occasional live music.

Après culture reigns supreme in Avoriaz, and plenty of the bars and restaurants come to life at 5pm when the lifts close and everyone is growing a little thirsty. Providing you get the last lift at 5pm back up to Avoriaz, Happy Hours Bar at the base of Ardent is a great choice. Snacks are also served and there is live music occasionally. 

La Folie Douce has made its way to the slopes of Avoriaz, it is an ideal stop on the way back from a day of exploring the Portes du Soleil. A popular apres bar with live music and DJs throughout the season.

Back in Avoriaz and its getting late- head to Shooters Bar, which has a lively atmosphere and mostly indoors so you stay warm in the evenings. The Yak is a basement club and is open until early, with guest DJs, house music and good times! 

If you’re looking for something for the whole family, head to Aquariaz swimming pool complex where you’ll be transported a thousand miles away to a warm sub-tropical climate even when the snow is falling outside. There is an open air spa heated to 34 degrees, as well as massage benches and a water playhouse to keep the kids occupied. 

You can expect to find the usual sporting goods stores, souvenirs, tabac shop, and a chemist (pharmacy) when shopping in Avoriaz. Most of the shops in the town are based along the Promenade du Festival which stretches past the tourism office. There are several Sherpa supermarkets for those who are living in self-catered accommodation and they are based very conveniently close to the hotels. You will find two ATM machines near to the tourism office on Promenade du Festival. 

If you want a full day of shopping it might be best to head down the valley to Morzine, where you will find a much wider array of shops and facilities.

Avoriaz is a purpose built in the 1960s with a ‘space age’ feel to it, but there is still plenty of culture to be had. With both Rock the Pistes and Snowboxx festival happening here every year in March, it’s a real hot spot for music lovers. This season Snowboxx Festival is 14 - 21 March 2025. 

The mountains around Avoriaz are also home to plenty of vista spots that stretch over France and neighbouring Switzerland. For a wonderful experience and photo opportunity head up the Fornet chair lift and you’ll see what we’re talking about! 

More culture and Alpine lifestyle can be found if you venture down into the much older and more traditional Morzine at the base of the mountain.

The Flocon Vert label has been awarded to Avoriaz, demonstrating the resort's commitment to environmental preservation and highlighting its dedication to sustainable development. Since the resort opened in the 60s it has been pedestrianised, making it incredibly accessible whether on skis, on foot or even horse drawn sleigh. The resort has a partnership with Blablacar, and the BlaBlaBus is the best way to reach the main Avoriaz 1800 station.

Avoriaz is traffic-free; all transfers from the airport or the railway station arrive at the Welcome Centre. From here, our local team organise the snowcats that transfer guests and luggage to their accommodation.

Transfers may be longer during bad weather conditions or French school holidays. French school holidays span 20 Dec 25 - 04 Jan 26, 07 Feb - 08 Mar 26 and 04 Apr - 03 May 26.

Private transfers and self drive are available.