Family must-sees in Morzine

Parc des Dérêches

Situated by the river and easily accessible from the centre of Morzine, the Parc des Dérêches is ideal for a family day out with games, walks and outdoor activities. Activities: easy walks, play areas, skatepark, accrobranche, padel, swimming pool…

Nyon experiences

Accessible via the Nyon cable car, this area dedicated to discovering the mountains offers fun activities, easy trails and events focusing on nature and mountain pastures. A perfect outing for children and parents alike.
Access by free shuttle bus or pay car park.

Lifts open in summer

In summer, several ski lifts provide easy access to the summits and the most beautiful panoramas in the Portes du Soleil. An excellent way to enjoy the mountains with your family and children.

The Nyon cable car, the Prodains cable car, the Pléney cable car, the Super Morzine cable car and many others provide quick access to the heights and the trails.

Family lakes

Lake Montriond

With its turquoise waters and exceptional natural setting, Lac de Montriond is one of Morzine’s summer must-sees. It’s the perfect place for a swim, picnic or family outing around the lake. The 3km path is accessible with a pushchair.

On site, you can enjoypaddleboat and canoe hire, swimming, a walk around the lake, a children’splay area and several restaurants with terraces.

The Golden Mines lake

Nestling in the heart of the mountains, the Lac des Mines d’Or offers an authentic Alpine setting and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for a family nature outing.

You can get there easily by shuttle bus from the centre of Morzine or by car from the car park by the lake. On site, enjoy an easy walk, a picnic by the water, a mountain restaurant and magnificent unspoilt alpine scenery.

Accessible walks for children and summer tobogganing

Morzine offers a number of easy, pushchair-friendly walks to discover the mountains.

Here are a few ideas:

  • Channel Valley
  • Sentier du Renard
  • Tour of Lake Montriond
  • Walks in the Parc des Dérêches
  • Summer sledging in Morzine

Activities for children all summer long

Throughout the summer, Morzine Tourist Office also offers an entertainment programme with games, workshops and activities for children, as well as many experiences to share with the whole family. Some of these events, in particular the themed weeks such as Morzine Plage and Le Royaume des Marmots, have over the years become not-to-be-missed fixtures of the summer season. Check out our diary to find out what’s on!

With its many outdoor activities, lakes, accessible ski lifts, easy walks and friendly atmosphere, Morzine is an ideal destination for a family summer holiday in the Alps.

Morzine offers a wide range of family activities in summer: easy walks, mountain lakes, beginner mountain biking, play areas, swimming, panoramic ski lifts and outdoor activities for all ages.

Lac de Montriond and Lac des Mines d’Or are the perfect places for a family outing. Lac de Montriond is ideal for swimming, walking and water sports, while Lac des Mines d’Or offers a calmer, more natural atmosphere. Swimming is prohibited.

Yes, Morzine has plenty of family-friendly trails, particularly around Lac de Montriond, in the Vallée de la Manche and in the Parc des Dérêches. Some walks are also suitable for pushchairs.

In summer, you can take advantage of the lakes, water parks, paddling, canoeing and forest walks to keep cool in the mountains.