Don't miss Whitewater activities this summer in Morzine
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Do you want to spend your summer holidays in the mountains? Have you chosen to spend them in Morzine? If so, we have lots of really nice activities for you!
After a good hike in the Portes du Soleil, or after sunbathing on a deckchair sipping your favourite drink, there is hardly any better activity than white water adventure or going to one of the local mountain lakes to cool off. Morzine is full of activities for all ages, allowing you to spend a holiday that is both sporting and relaxing, whether with family or friends.
The Alps are renowned for their whitewater activities and their lakes, promising moments of pure pleasure in a day filled with sensations and fun.
After a good hike in the Portes du Soleil, or after sunbathing on a deckchair sipping your favourite drink, there is hardly any better activity than white water adventure or going to one of the local mountain lakes to cool off. Morzine is full of activities for all ages, allowing you to spend a holiday that is both sporting and relaxing, whether with family or friends.
The Alps are renowned for their whitewater activities and their lakes, promising moments of pure pleasure in a day filled with sensations and fun.
A swim at Montriond lake is definitely a must
Montriond lake is the ideal place for a refreshing swim. Located in the town of Montriond, a stone's throw from Morzine, it is the 3rd largest lake in Haute-Savoie. Nestled along the cliffs, Montriond lake will amaze you with the colour of its water! You can’t help but fall in love with it! On summer days, many families love to go and enjoy swimming in the small, supervised lake next to the main lake. Children also enjoy the games and activities arranged around the lake.You can also go and swim in the main lake, but beware that swimming there is not supervised.
You should also take a walk around the lake. The walk on its shores is flat and easy. You will definitely love to spend time admiring the lake from all angles!
Relax at the Morzine Aquatic Center
If you don't want to go to Montriond, or prefer to swim in a swimming-pool, Morzine Aquatic Center is located in the heart of the village of Morzine, at the entrance to the Parc des Dérêches. The aquatic area is large enough to accommodate no less than 3 indoor pools and 3 outdoor pools. Both children and other members of the family will find a reason to like it. While some will enjoy the good weather by sunbathing on the deckchairs by the large pool, others will have fun on the slide! Everyone might end up together at the end of the day for a game of Volleyball in the gardens of the Aquatic Center.
How about trying whitewater activities?
In the mood for adrenaline? Go on a canyoning trip, supervised by a qualified guide.Enter walking in the bed of the torrent. Abseiling, jumps, natural slides and descent under the Nyon waterfall are waiting for you! Canyoning is accessible from 13 years old and is considered one of the flagship activities of the summer, especially on very hot days.
If you've already tried canyoning and you fancy other aquatic adventures, why not try rafting for other kinds of thrills ? Set off to storm the river La Dranse under the watchful eyes of an experienced guide to understand the descent in complete safety. With up to 7 people per boat, this activity is accessible to everyone from 8 years old and is an ideal activity for families, especially if you want to make the teens happy!
Not enough adrenaline for you yet? In that case, you could try hydro-speed!
Equipped with a float, fins and a reinforced wetsuit, come and experience the river from the inside with a guide to fill up on thrills. Accessible from 13 years old, this is the dream activity for a sporting holiday in Morzine.
Take advantage of one of these outdoor activities to cool off on sunny days. A multitude of professionals offer whitewater activities in Morzine throughout the summer. After a brief introduction to the equipment and how to use it, as well as safety tips, you will be ready to jump on your boat and go on an adventure!
