Are you looking for a top-notch hotel for cyclists in the heart of Morzine or accommodation to access some of the most incredible road cycling routes in the Portes du Soleil? Look no further! The Morzine resort offers flexible hotel options, whether you are seeking a short 2-day stay, a full week, or a weekend getaway to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life.
Most importantly, some of these establishments have received a special certification, the “Accueil Vélo” label, which highlights those that go above and beyond to welcome cyclists in the best conditions. Whether they provide appropriate facilities for cyclists, such as secure bike storage, or offer tailored services like luggage transfers, laundry and drying services, or repair kits, you can be assured of a warm welcome at these hotels.
Alpen Roc hotel
Hermine Blanche Hotel
Igloo hotel
Hotel Le Petit Dru
Morzine, cycling destination
Morzine, certified “Accueil Vélo”
First, it should be noted that the “ACCUEIL VÉLO” label rewards the efforts of the Morzine Tourist Office and the resort in catering to the cycling public as a whole (mainly cyclotourism, but also mountain biking and/or e-bikes). This includes the implementation of services tailored for cyclists and the creation of an extensive network of cycling routes. The certification logically aligns with the Tourist Office’s initiative to promote cycling activities around the resort. The goal is to highlight the efforts and tourist infrastructures adapted to cyclists.
You will also find accommodations labeled “Hébergement Cyclo,” which provide attentive services to meet the needs of cycle tourists, such as secure and equipped storage for bikes, laundry service, meals suited for physical activity, early breakfast, and packed lunches upon request. Some sports shops have also received the cycling label due to the specialized services they offer, such as road bike rentals, sales of accessories (tires, inner tubes, repair kits), and bike adjustments and repairs.
These markers that line the passes around Morzine
If you have already crossed some of the passes in the region by bike, you have surely noticed them. They accompanied you throughout your ascent and likely became your best allies to tap into your last reserves before reaching the summit. These are the milestone markers installed along the roads, providing valuable information for cyclists: the altitude, the remaining distance to the summit, and the average gradient of the upcoming kilometer. Around Morzine and in the Vallée d’Aulps, you will see them on all the climbs: Avoriaz from Morzine, Joux Verte from Montriond, Joux Plane from Morzine or Samoëns, Tréchauffé from the Route des Grandes Alpes (CD 902), La Vernaz from Bioge, Encrenaz from Essert-Romand, as well as for the ascent of other passes in Haute-Savoie, such as La Ramaz, Pierre Carrée, and La Colombière.
Morzine Mountain Cycling, a comprehensive range of routes and services
All the information regarding cycling options in Morzine has been gathered on a single website, Morzine Mountain Cycling. Here, you will find 16 mapped routes starting from Morzine, representing over 1,200 km of routes around the resort, along with 5,000 km of marked paths in Haute-Savoie and the Tour du Lac Léman nearby, featuring routes ranging from 30 to 150 km each with varying levels of difficulty to accommodate all skill levels.
Additionally, there are 25 passes listed within a 50-kilometer radius. For each outing, you will have access to detailed maps and descriptions specifying distance, elevation gain, profile, estimated time, and water points. You will also find safety tips and practical information for riding safely (safety instructions, useful numbers, weather information, road openings, what to bring, and precautions for mountain biking).
