Montriond

Montriond, France

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Montriond

Montriond is a picturesque ski resort nestled in the French Alps. With its stunning landscapes and varied terrains, it caters to skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

 Summary

The resort features a blend of traditional Alpine charm and modern amenities, making it an ideal destination for families and adventure seekers alike. Its proximity to Avoriaz and the Portes du Soleil adds to its appeal, offering extensive skiing options.

The ski area of Montriond is at an altitude of 900m 2,953ft .

Montriond is part of the Portes du Soleil ski area with access to 650km 404 miles of downhill skiing, with 285 marked pistes, served by a total of 196 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Montriond itself the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Portes du Soleil ski resorts of Abondance, Avoriaz, Châtel, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Grande Terche, Les Gets, Morzine, Saint Jean d'Aulps, Champoussin, Champéry, Les Crosets, Morgins and Torgon.

With ski lifts as high as 2,200m 7,218ft , snow cover is generally reliable.

Snow and Weather

Montriond typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm throughout the season. For the latest updates on snowfall and conditions, be sure to check J2Ski.

When will it snow in Montriond?

The next notable snow forecast is 15cm 6in , expected on 11 April.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Skiing

Montriond boasts access to over 650 km of pistes within the Portes du Soleil ski area, with elevations reaching up to 2,466 meters. Notable runs include the scenic Arare and the challenging Chavanette, served by efficient lifts like the Ardent gondola and the Mossettes chairlift.

Montriond offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.

Ski Lessons in Montriond

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Montriond Ski Schools and Montriond Ski Instructors.

Snowboarding

Snowboarders can enjoy a variety of terrains, including the dedicated terrain parks at nearby Avoriaz. The stunts and features in the Stash park provide excellent opportunities for both beginners and experienced riders.

Location and Map

Where is Montriond?

This ski resort is in France.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Montriond is Geneva, 44 minutes drive away.

Annecy, Berne, Sion, Chambery, Grenoble, Lyon St-Exupéry and Lyon Bron airports are all within three hours drive.

Geneva is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.

Reaching Montriond is straightforward, with Geneva Airport being the nearest major hub, approximately 1.5 hours away by car. Regular shuttle services and transfers make it easy to access the resort.

Season Dates

When is Montriond open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Talking about Montriond

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Two new lifts for Portes du Soleil this winter

Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, unwind at local favorites like Le Vieux Chêne or Bar Le Vieux Moulin. For a livelier atmosphere, check out L’Igloo nightclub for dancing and socializing.