Morzine / Avoriaz
Morzine · Haute-Savoie · France
1,000m
Vertical Drop
196
Runs
49
Lifts
2,600 ha
Skiable Area
800 cm
Avg Snowfall
Dec 2025 – Apr 2026
Season
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About
Gateway to the massive Portes du Soleil ski area spanning France and Switzerland with 650km of linked pistes across 12 resorts. Morzine is a charming traditional Savoyard village at 1,000m, while Avoriaz is a purpose-built, car-free resort at 1,800m with striking brutalist architecture. Hugely popular with British seasonal workers.
Terrain & Mountain Profile
Run Breakdown
Summit
2,277m
Base
1,000m
Vertical Drop
1,000m
Lift Breakdown
3
Gondolas
25
Chairlifts
21
Surface Lifts
Employment & Recruitment
Estimated Seasonal Staff
2,000–3,000
Main Employers
- Serma (lift company, Morzine side)
- Pierre & Vacances/Avoriaz (resort accommodation)
- Hôtel Le Samoyède
- Hôtel Le Dahu
- ESF Morzine / ESF Avoriaz (ski schools)
- BASS Morzine (British Alpine Ski School)
- Mint Snowboarding
- UK tour operators (Inghams, Esprit, Family Ski Company)
- The Cavern Bar
- Bec Jaune Brewery
Common Seasonal Jobs
Languages Required
- Visa Requirements
- EU/EEA citizens can work freely under EU freedom of movement. UK, Australian, New Zealand, and Canadian citizens aged 18–30 (35 for some) can apply for a Working Holiday Visa (PVT) for France. Non-EU citizens otherwise need employer-sponsored work permits.
- Recruitment Timeline
- Tour operators recruit from May–July. Hotels and bars hire August–October. Ski schools from September. Morzine is the easiest French resort for English speakers to find work due to the huge British community.
Worker Amenities & Living
Staff Housing Available
- Cost of Living
- EUR €200–€350 (housing, food, transport — more affordable than high-altitude resorts)
- Public Transport
- Free shuttle bus in Morzine. Avoriaz is car-free (horse-drawn sleighs and snowcats). Regular bus to Thonon-les-Bains and Cluses SNCF stations. Geneva Airport only 1.5 hrs by transfer — closest major airport to any French resort.
Staff Perks
- Discounted or free season pass
- Accommodation often included with chalet jobs
- Staff meals provided
- Pro deals on gear
- Mountain biking in summer (Morzine is a major MTB hub)
Local Life & Community
- Après & Nightlife
- Very lively British-influenced après scene. In Morzine: The Cavern (live music), Bec Jaune Brewery (craft beer), Le Tremplin, Dixie Bar, Café Chaud, L'Opéra, and Tibetan Café. In Avoriaz: Le Yak, Shooters bar, and Le Fantastique. More relaxed than Val Thorens but still plenty of nightlife.
- Healthcare
- Medical centre in Morzine centre with doctors and physiotherapists. Pharmacy in Morzine and Avoriaz. Nearest hospital: Centre Hospitalier du Léman in Thonon-les-Bains (40 min).
- Shops & Services
- Spar and Carrefour Montagne supermarkets, bakeries, butchers, banks, ATMs, post office, numerous gear shops and rental outlets. Morzine has a real-town feel with year-round services.
- International Community
- Very large — Morzine has one of the largest British expat/seasonal communities in the French Alps. English is spoken almost everywhere. Large Australian, New Zealand, and South African presence.
Outdoor Activities (Non-Ski)
Nearby Towns
Morzine
0 km awayA traditional Savoyard village in the Portes du Soleil — one of the world's largest ski areas spanning France and Switzerland. Morzine has authentic village charm with a massive British seasonal community.
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Dec 2025 – Apr 2026
Climate & Snow
- Winter Temps
- -6°C to 2°C
- Snow Reliability
- medium
- Snowmaking
- 35% of runs
- Avg Snowfall
- 800 cm/yr
Location
46.1797°N, 6.7092°E
Nearest town: Morzine