Purpose built resort situated at 1800m, Avoriaz lies at the centre of the Portes du Soleil ski area , which covers 650km and straddles the border of France and Switzerland.
Skiers in Avoriaz will enjoy the well maintained, north-facing slopes, relatively high altitude, and the pleasant, car free village centre. Avoriaz is one of the most popular resorts in Portes du Soleil, and has its own 150km ski area.
Avoriaz is also regarded as among the best snowboard destinations in Europe – it was the first French resort to build a terrain park and half-pipe, and now snowboarders in Avoriaz will find three snowboard parks, including one catering specifically for beginners.
Cross country skiers in Avoriaz can use 48kms of trails locally to the resort, and more than 95kms of cross country skiing in the whole Portes du Soleil ski area.
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Total Piste Length: 150km
Number of runs: 47
Resort altitude:
2350 metres
Highest lift: 2350 m
Total lifts: 37
Gondolas/Cable Cars: 3
Chair lifts: 18
Drag Lifts: 16
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