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Pure riding...

The Portes du Soleil is a no-limits winter playground for powder-hounds...the unspoilt mountains are totally uplifting as long as they are treated with respect...enjoy them to the full - but with care!



Avoriaz

Avoriaz Snowcross gives skiers and snowboarders all the thrills and spills of freeriding on runs that are unbashed but safe. After fresh snowfall, riders in search of powder scoot over to Les Crozats, La Frontalière, Les Brocheaux and La Marmotte.



Champéry

At Champéry  Cuboré is a favourite point of call for anyone in search of powder. From the top of the chair the only thing you have to do is choose your couloir… If Chavanette is an iconic run, the bits bordering it are also a favourite for fans of fresh powder turns.



Les Gets


In Les Gets, both sides of the resort have  plenty of powder for experienced skiers –  for instance the Rosta sector (Chavannes side)  or the more technical slopes of Les Planeys near the Snow Park, or Chéry Nord (Mont Chéry side). As an added bonus there's a sumptuous view of the Mont Blanc range...



The Nyon and Chamossière peaks

The Nyon and Chamossière peaks in Morzine are close to the heart of many an aficionado of wide untracked slope riding. Respectfully tip your bobble hat at Mont Blanc and then let the powder bath begin!



Les Crosets and Champoussin

Les Crosets and Champoussin are pure joy for riders. Favourite spots? The Pointe de l'Au and its steep 'n' deep couloirs, La Combe de Bonnavau for beginner freeriders, the Pierre Plate couloir Tovassière way and the Aiguille des Champeys sector… plus many more hidden gems ...go find them!