Grand Massif ski area, map and ski passes

Morillon is part of the Grand Massif (including Flaine, Morillon, Les Carroz, Samoens, Sixt) ski area which offers great varied terrain skiing and snowboarding throughout the winter season (Mid December to end of April). The Grand Massif is known for its consistently good snow record. The slopes range in difficulty from fairly flat and wide beginners slopes to narrow and steep slopes for advanced skiers and boarders. The Grand Massif has 265 km of pistes served by 75 ski-lifts and is one of the largest ski areas in Europe.

Morillon and Les Carroz have beautiful tree lined pistes. As you ski over to Samoens and then on to Flaine the scenery changes to wide open pistes and stunning vistas of the mountains. There are several peaks on the way to Flaine which culminate at nearly 2600m. From the peaks Mont Blanc can clearly be seen making a great backdrop for holiday photos.

It takes about 1-2 hours to ski from Morillon to Flaine and makes a great day trip on skis or board with lunch at a mountainside restaurant at Flaine. Skiing/snowboarding off piste is exciting with huge areas of of open powdery snow and tree lined slopes. There are also several snow parks to practice your tricks.

The Grand Massif has stunning 360° views from the peaks and with somewhere different to go every day on the 265kms of piste you will not regret skiing the Grand Massif. To see a promotional video of Grand Massif ski area click here

Ski passes for the Grand Massif are available for: (1) Beginers areas only, (2) Massif (Morillon, Samoens, Les Carroz, Sixt and first lift in Flaine) and (3) All areas including Flaine. See grand-massif.com for prices. The ticket office is located next to the ski hire shop we use and we will take you there.

Hiring your ski equipment

These are approximate prices as there are many different kinds/ levels of equipment:

• skis and boots : about 15€ a day and 80€ a week

• Snowboard and boots : about 20€ a day and €90 a week

We take you to the local ski hire shop, which is located next to the ski lift, to get your skis/ snowboarding equipment

Ski Schools

Morillon and Samoens have excellent areas to learn to ski or snowboard. We can advise you on ski schools and instructors/ guides. If you want lessons in the school holidays we recommend that you book your lessons ASAP as the best lessons / instructors get booked early.

360 International - This is a small school run by Jocelyn who looks after you. They are based at Samoens and Les Gets. They provide certificates on your achievements over the week and have small classes. ecoledeski360.com Tel: +33 (0) 450 533892 or +33 (0) 608024486

ZigZag - They take you to both Morillon and Samoens depending on ability. It is run by Adrien who tries hard to fit in with your requirements. It is an international Ski School (English/ Dutch and French). We recommend Adrien and his team as they are small and client focussed.
zigzagski.com Tel : + 33 (0) 686 660721. Email: info@zigzagski.com

ESF - We also recommend ESF who are well known for their expertise. You can choose either a group lesson or an individual lesson. Lessons can be given in english but you need to ask for english instructor.

 There are 2 ESF offices depending on where you want your lessons:
esfmorillon.com to book and pay online group lessons in Morillon. Telephone / fax: +44 (0) 450 901152 (Morillon 1100 - Les Esserts) to book private lessons. (ask for an instructor that speaks your prefered language and make sure you get your tickets sent to you. If you are asked to pick tickets up then make sure you ask to pick them up at Morillon 1100).

esfsamoens.com to book and pay online group lessons in Samoens.Telephone Samoëns 1600 : +33 (0) 450 344312 or +33 (0) 450 344086 to book private lessons (ask for an instructor that speaks your prefered language and make sure you get your tickets sent to you. If you are asked to pick tickets up then make sure you ask to pick them up at Samoens 1600). We drop you at Vercland or Samoens lift for lessons here.

We can help with advice on ski lessons as there are several options available and we know some of the instructors who we can recommend.

Child Care
At Morillon 1100 there are excellent facilities for beginners and a creche for those too young to ski. The child care should be booked early to avoid disappointment. The “Village des Enfants” is for children from 6 months to 10 years. It opens from 9 to 5 . Alongside at the “Jardin des Neiges” children over 3 can play and learn supervised by Ski School instructors. Children over 4 can have ski instruction. Click here for child care facilities available at Morillon.

There is also a kindergarden at Samoens which starts from age 3.

Other Winter Activities

Snow shoe walking with or without guide

There are 15 different signposted tracks to help you discover stunningly beautiful the valley, its’ villages and wildlife. Itineraries are on sale at the tourist office. Zig Zag zigzagski.com and 360 International ecoledeski360.com ski schools have snow shoe guides which we can recommend or the Bureau des guides de la vallée du Haut Giffre : Day or half-day walks every day : +33(0)4 50 34 43 12

Paragliding (tandem)
Ski or run off the side of the mountain. Discover amazing views of the mountains and the valley from up high with a certified instructor. Pegase Air paragliding Tel: +33 450 34 95 80 or Visit: parapente-samoens.com

Speedriding
The ultimate skiing and flying buzz. See specialised activity trips page or phone/email to discuss as we organise this for you.

Specialiised skiing and Snowboarding trips
We organise special weeks were like minded individuals who want an on and off piste guided adventure join together for an action packed week. We go to places you would never go on your own and teach you new skills so you finish the week at a whole new level. See specialised activity trips page or phone/email to discuss as we organise this for you.

Ice Climbing
Zig Zag ski school have an Ice climbing guide. zigzagski.com Tel : + 33 (0) 686 660721. Email: info@zigzagski.com

Igloo building
Kids go snow shoe walking and build an igloo. gustadventures.com/AlpTracks Tel: +33 - (0)6 61 78 64 57.

Sledging

Behind and infront of the chalet there are slopes that are excellent for sledging for all ages (sledges provided with chalets).

Helicopter flight
Contact the tourist office of Morillon. Prices vary on where you are going; there are 2 different flights: the Grand Massif flight and the Mont Blanc flight.

Ice Rink
There is a an open air ice rink at Morillon (next to Lac Bleu) and at Samoens near the tourist office.

Dog Sledding
You can go dog sledding. Contact tourist office.

Skidoo riding
Possible to go skidoo riding after the pistes close. Organise via our staff.

Yoga
If you want to stretch, breathe and relax why not do Yoga at the chalet: Michelle & Matt Willmott +33(0)450581961

Spa, Massage and Beauty Treatments
Spa, indoor swimming, massage and beauty treatment is available at La Reine des Pres in Samoens.

Tourist Office
For tourist attractions contact tourist office at Morillon or Samoens Tel +33 4 50 90 15 76
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