There’s a reason Morzine plays a part in numerous world class events such as the Morzine-Vallée d’dulps Cycling Race, Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré Cycle Race and Tour de France. Offering over 500km of trails for all abilities, the regions of Morzine and Les Gets are considered the best for mountain biking. Choose from;
Cross Country - the most common discipline of mountain bilking, this became an Olympic sport in 1996.
Freeride - one of the most popular disciplines combining aspects as such as downhill and dirtjumping.
Downhill - considered the most technical form of mountain biking requiring ability and skill. The Pleney downhill course involves a vertical drop of 560m over a distance of 3.25 kms.
With 13 resorts spanning France and Switzerland The Portes du Soleil has 10 permanent downhill tracks, 4 bike parks, 1000+ km of marked tracks and a network of 24 lifts.
Or why not try ‘Passeportes’ and experience the Free Raid mountain bile course. The pack includes a road book, Portes du Soleil mountain bike map, plates for your bike and a book which is stamped at 6 different checkpoints along the way. You will also get a certificate if you complete the course. Packs available from tourist offices or local sport shops.
So whether it’s Canyoning, Orientation Trails, Mountain Hiking, Water Walking, Trekking or Mountain Biking, you can enjoy activities ranging from ½ day to an overnight stay in the safety of a guide/s. For more information call the Guides Office on 04 50 75 96 65 or visit www.bureaudesguides.net
