Freeriding is a great way to explore unspoilt landscapes and reach the very best of the Portes du Soleil, away from the groomed slopes, off the beaten track. This activity will give you access to the wild side of the mountains in winter.
Off-piste skiing with the Bureau des Guides
Private lessons Ski / Off piste with Adrénaline Ski School
Off piste skiing with Marco Deshayes
Off-piste snowboarding with MINT Snowboard School
Chamossière Freeriding Ski Area
The Chamossière Freeriding Ski Area in the Morzine-Les Gets ski area is the perfect place for experienced skiers looking to have some fun in the powder snow. This area at an altitude of 2,000 metres is a vast, open valley that is ideal for freeriding, and can be easily reached using the Chamossière chairlift. Thanks to the wide-open space, varied terrain and level of altitude, Chamossière benefits from natural snow cover for the whole of winter. The area is north-west facing and so it is protected from the sun, which comes with the guarantee of excellent skiing conditions right up until the end of the season.
Don’t forget the safety equipment
Wherever you choose to go skiing, either on the slopes or off-piste, be careful and always follow the safety rules. Before setting off, make sure you check the snow conditions and any risk of avalanche. You could ask the ski patrollers for advice so that you don’t go the wrong way.
Freeriding is an activity that can be risky and requires extensive experience of the mountains. Never overestimate your ability. It’s always better to turn around and go back the way you came, rather than take risks! Make sure you have all the right safety equipment (avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, etc.) and don’t hesitate to get in touch with a professional instructor.
If you want to take your experience even further, try Heliskiing
You can also take a helicopter up to the peaks and gain access to the freeriding areas that would usually be inaccessible. A helicopter will take you and your skis up to the peak and you’ll be able to admire the breathtaking view of the Alps, with Mont-Blanc and Chablais valley serving as the backdrop. Then comes an extraordinary skiing experience, where you’ll get to really embrace the joys of the mountains and the adrenaline rush of this incredible adventure.
Whiz down untouched slopes and take in the pure pleasure of skiing in this natural environment as you leave the first marks in this immaculate wilderness.
