Trail running in Morzine – go running in the mountains
As well as the natural environment that is perfect for running in the mountains, Morzine also provides an all-round experience for trail runners, to make sure you find the right trail to suit your ability and get the most out of your experience.
More than 12 departure points with 44 marked-out trails covering over 470 km
Morzine has 27 lifts for pedestrians to use and 44 hiking/trail running routes in the Portes du Soleil, so there are so many possibilities for those looking to explore the mountains on foot. To suit all levels of difficulty, there are 14 green trails, 15 blue trails, 11 red trails, 1 black trail and 3 vertical kilometres, offering something for all sorts of explorers, from beginners to the most experienced.
BY VALLEY
- Abondance Valley : 2 green trails, 4 blue trails, 3 red trails
- Torgon : 2 green, 1 blue
- Aulps Valley : 7 green trails, 7 blue trails, 5 red trails, 2 vertical kilometres, 1 black trail
- Illiez Valley : 3 green trails, 3 blue trails, 3 red trails, 1 vertical kilometre
A website devoted to trail running in Morzine provides details of all the possibilities for running in the mountains there. Go to Morzine-Avoriaz Trail Running, and you can browse the details of each route of varying difficulty (map of the route, terrain, detailed description, etc.), information about the permanent markings, guides in various formats, ideas for sightseeing outings, details of upcoming races in and around the resort, and so much more. Nothing is left to chance. If you’d like to chat to other trail runners, you can head to our Facebook page devoted to trail running in Morzine.
Come and explore the Portes du Soleil along the 44 permanent trail running routes, with something for all levels of ability. Cross borders and explore 470 km of marked-out paths. Discover some spectacular panoramic views thanks to the 27 lifts that operate in the summer.
A Portes du Soleil Trail Running experience meets the needs of anyone who is a fan of the mountains and wide-open spaces, experienced runners or beginners who would like an introduction to trail running, to work on their skills or train for an event. The lifts are open to pedestrians so that runners can adapt their outing to their level of ability and needs.
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Enduro Trail Running: Use the lifts to explore even further afield.
Check out our exclusive routes that depart from the centre of the village, and by using the lifts, you can avoid the staggering climbs at the beginning of the routes. Get to the ridges in the blink of an eye and admire the 360° panoramic views without the strenuous effort!
Using our lifts is a way to maximise your experience by reaching the most spectacular views easily, leaving you more time to explore the stunning landscapes. Embark upon our two unmissable trails and you can expect unforgettable scenery.
Which routes and views do you fancy? Now is the time to check them out!
Enduro Trail along the ridges of Super Morzine (14 km and 280 m elevation gain).
From the centre of the resort, take the Super Morzine gondola lift, and then the Zore chairlift. A superb route along the ridges overlooking the Dents du Midi awaits you. The route then continues towards Avoriaz and then a gentle downward slope takes you back to your departure point.
Enduro Trail Avoriaz – Morzinette (9 km and 275 m elevation gain)
Use the shuttle service to get to Prodains, and then the cable car will take you directly to Avoriaz. First of all, this route winds down across the Alpine pastures, offering superb views across the whole valley. Then it continues to Morzinette, a heavenly little place with old chalets, before reaching a pleasant section through the forest and then ending at the church square.
Spectacular scenery and diverse terrain
After the narrow tracks and forest tracks, crossing through forests, across meadows and peaks, you can carry on exploring the Portes du Soleil if you’d like to go further. You have access to 54 marked-out trails covering 400 km between France and Switzerland. To make life easier for trail runners, there’s a special mobile app called ‘Trail Running Portes du Soleil’ with GPS location of the runner on the route, possibility to export the GPS route outline, loop trail terrain, comments from other runners, etc. It is free and available to download from App Store and Google Play.
