For most, Christmas is a time of celebration. Whether it’s the magic of Father Christmas delivering your much anticipated wish list, the ample amounts of delicious food and drink to consume, or the quality time spent with family and friends. Why not do all of this on a Morzine Christmas ski holiday?
How you choose to celebrate is up to you, but I am going to tell you about why I think you should consider a luxury chalet holiday in Morzine at Christmas. Here are my reasons as to why Christmas in Morzine is a magical experience…
#1 A White Christmas
There’s nothing better to get the whole family in the festive spirit than waking up to a picture-perfect snowy scene – and Morzine can certainly offer that! The tree-lined valley and chocolate-box chalets make for the perfect Christmas ski resort view from your luxury ski chalet.
What’s more, children can spend hours playing in the snow; whether skiing, sledging, or building snowmen. These wholesome activities make for a perfect family ski holiday to Morzine at Christmas. Not many can say they have skied on Christmas Day!
#2 Father Christmas in Morzine
Every year, there is a big parade to celebrate the festivities with fireworks and a torchlit descent on the Pleney. Additionally, you can take the children down to meet Father Christmas in Morzine town square. Of course, he gets very busy from Christmas Eve…
Rumour has it, the man in red lives in the neighbouring resort Les Gets. You may even spot the reindeer tracks as he passes by your chalet! Head over to Les Gets where you will be greeted by the elves and shown to the grotto. If you’re lucky, you might even get a chance to help out the elves in their workshop. Of course, they’ll need a few pairs of extra hands in the run-up to the big day!
#3 Morzine Christmas Festivities
Continue the Christmas celebrations in Morzine with the annual Tourist Office parade. Prepare yourself for something spectacular! From flamethrowers and dancers, to fireworks and light shows, there is plenty to “ooo” and “aaah” at! The Enchanted Village Parade offers two full weeks of daily magic and illuminations.
There is also the luminous parade, which tells a magic story beneath the stars. If you are fighting the Christmas spirit, you’ll overcome this feeling after you have watched this magical performance. There’ll be no ‘Bah Humbugs’ in Morzine at Christmastime!
For more things to do in Morzine at Christmas, head on over to the square. There’s the carousel, choirs and bands, ice sculpturing, treasure hunts, and adorable street puppet performances. Of course, there’s also endless amounts of vin chaud and hot chocolate to keep you warm!
#4 Christmas Family Skiing
With 291 pistes and 208 lifts covering 12 resorts, the Portes du Soleil ski area accommodates all ski abilities. There is no compromise for anyone on your Christmas ski holiday. Morzine is the gateway to the Portes du Soleil. It is particularly well-connected to Les Gets and Avoriaz, meaning there is endless terrain for your week-long ski holiday. Morzine alone has 5 green runs, 23 blue runs, 29 red runs and 9 black runs, not to mention off-piste routes, snow parks and snow-shoe/cross country ski trails.
Beginners can practice their turns on the wide, flat pistes, which come with some great scenery. Intermediates can access a vast range of terrain, from whizzing down the cruisy blues to practising their technique on the reds. After all that, you may even take on the challenge of a black run or two.
For advanced skiers, the Portes du Soleil is a playground. With black runs, moguls, off-piste terrain, snow parks and the legendary Swiss Wall, there is plenty to explore. Some great advanced runs to tick off are Pistes A and J under the TS d’Atrayover, Arbis. After that, head to the Chavannes bowl in Les Gets for Yeti and Myrtilles, or Hauts Forts in Avoriaz.
And what about the children? There are plenty of dedicated fun parks to keep them entertained on the slopes. For example, the Native American themed park in Les Gets has small bumps and raised bends taking you via wigwams, musical games and the hunter’s lodge!
The Grand Cry Territory, Les Gets Tourism Office.
#5 Magical Morzine Christmas Chalets
Most will agree that one of the biggest chores at Christmas is having to cook, clean, and entertain all at once! If you choose a luxury catered chalet for your Christmas ski holiday, the chalet staff will be sure to make sure the whole family have their feet up. Enjoy the wonderful chalet facilities and indulge in the meals prepared by your experienced chef. There’ll certainly be no stressing over a dry turkey on this luxury ski holiday!
One priority might be finding a chalet with a large dining table to accommodate the biggest feast of the year. Another might be a games room to sustain the festive competitiveness. Perhaps one is wellness facilities for that full unwind, or a cinema room to watch your favourite Christmas movie… or even a gym to burn off the Christmas indulgences. Whatever’s on your chalet wish list, there’s a luxury Christmas chalet in Morzine for you.
Below are some of the best Christmas chalets in Morzine for your luxury ski holiday. Please note that availability is subject to change.
The Old Macaroni
There is no better place to spend time looking for Santa Claus and his sleigh this Christmas Eve than The Old Macaroni in Morzine. As night falls, the stars appear and the magic of Christmas is in the air. Relax around the log burner, enjoy a hearty festive meal in the open-plan living space, or keep an eye out for Père Noël in the outdoor hot tub. This ski chalet in Morzine is the perfect spot for a family Christmas holiday in the Alps, giving you the freedom to enjoy everything the resort has to offer at your own pace.
La Petite Ferme
This luxury ski chalet is the perfect choice for an intimate Christmas ski holiday in Morzine. La Petite Ferme’s cosy interiors offer space to enjoy quality time together for groups of 4-6 guests. Should you wish to be relieved of all culinary duties over the festive period, this beautifully restored farmhouse can be offered on a catered basis. Just a 5-minute drive from the centre of Morzine and featuring an outdoor hot tub, it’s an ultimate retreat in the mountains for a small family or romantic escape. However, if you do find you have more guests to invite for a large group ski holiday at Christmas, Ferme du Lac Vert next door can be taken alongside, accommodating an extra 24-32 guests.
Chalet Sapphire Gem
Chalet Sapphire Gem is a characterful and contemporary large ski chalet that is situated in exclusive gated grounds, just 10-minutes’ walk from the heart of Morzine village. Alternatively, the private chauffeur service will whisk you there in under 5 minutes to soak up the festive atmosphere in town. If you are looking to gather the large group for a festive celebration, Chalet Sapphire is an excellent choice.
Wellness features ensure the adults detach from the everyday for a well-deserved pamper, whilst the kids play their favourite Christmas movie on the big screen in the TV lounge. Families can come together to feast around the large dining table with mountains views, indulging in outstanding cuisines prepared by your own experienced private chef. Afterwards, put the generations head to head with festive fun with a game of pool. Offering the balance of luxury and magic throughout, you’ll be sure to experience the festive sparkle from the moment you arrive at this beautiful Morzine ski chalet..
At home, there is a lot of pressure on the big day. So how about spread the celebrations across one whole week, or maybe two? From the moment you enquire with us to when you arrive home, you can be sure that you will be looked after. If you need more persuasion, check out our 5 reasons for a luxury ski break to Morzine.
If you’ve decided a luxury Christmas ski holiday to Morzine is ticking your boxes, get in touch with our sales team by email or on +44 1202 203650. We will be happy to help you find the perfect ski chalet to spend Christmas ski holiday in Morzine.❄🎄❄
