Hiking and Walking Trails Morzine

Hiking and Walks around Morzine

Morzine is nestled in the heart of the French Alps and is a paradise for walkers and hikers of all abilities. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful lakeside stroll, a scenic family-friendly trail, or a challenging alpine adventure, Morzine offers something for everyone. With breathtaking views, well-marked routes, and easy access via lifts and public transport, it’s the perfect destination for exploring the outdoors on foot.

Hike Info Booklet

Interactive Hike Map

What we recommend

There is a lot of choice around the Morzine – Avoriaz area for walks and hikes and it’s definitely hard to choose favourites but we have compiled a list of our personal favourites below. For a full list checkout this helpful booklet or to view the interavtive map of hikes and trails in Morzine click here.

1. Le Mont Caly

If you’re looking to swap the crowds for calm, Le Mont Caly is your spot. Just above Les Gets and close to Morzine, this little mountain hamlet feels like a well-kept secret. With wide open meadows, quiet forest trails, and gorgeous views of Mont Blanc. The walking here is gentle and scenic—perfect for a relaxed afternoon hike or even a lazy stroll with a coffee stop. It’s one of those places that makes you slow down, breathe deep, and just take it all in.

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2. Cascade du Nyon

The Cascade de Nyon is a beautiful and easily accessible waterfall located just a short 30-minute walk from the center of Morzine. The trail follows a peaceful forested path alongside a stream, making it perfect for families and casual hikers. The waterfall itself drops about 10 meters into a rocky gorge and is especially impressive after rainfall or when frozen in winter. At the top, a wooden footbridge and viewing platform offer scenic views of the falls.

Nearby, the Cascade de Nyon restaurant provides refreshments, and adventurous visitors can try canyoning or a treetop zipline course above the waterfall.

3. Brochaux

Starting at the Lindarets village, a short 30 minute walk on a well marked trail away, you will find the beautiful 30m tall Brochaux waterfall. Accessible year-round, the setting combines alpine freshness, the soothing sound of rushing water, and the unique charm of roaming goats at the trail’s beginning.

4. Les Crêtes de Super-Morzine

Accessed via the Super‑Morzine gondola and Zore chairlift, offering panoramic views of the Chablais Alps and Lac de Montriond nearly 600 m below. This scenic loop—about 10.8 km with a 200 m elevation gain—takes around 2½ hours and is rated easy, making it ideal for families and casual walkers

Easy & Family-Friendly Walks

5. Lac de Montriond

A flat, 3.5 km loop around a picturesque alpine lake, ideal for families. The trail offers serene views, and you can extend the walk to the Cascade d’Ardent waterfall.

6. Parc Dérêches

A gentle 4.5 km loop through a forested park along the Dranse River, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a family outing. Starting in the heart of Morzine accessible by the tennis courts, with lots of family frienly activities along the way.