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Family skiing © Matthieu Vitré
Mountain-biking© Matthieu Vitré
Ski-lift© Matthieu VitréStretching across 650km of piste and taking in 12 resorts, the Portes du Soleil offers 283 pistes (27 black, 104 red, 119 blue and 33 green), 197 lifts, 10 snowparks, and 90 mountain restaurants. In summer, it comes into its own as a mountain-biking and walking paradise, with plenty of other activities available for all ages.
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Things to do with kids in Portes du Soleil
Les Portes du Soleil is a family ski playground with rolling pistes that mean you can take children off in almost any direction without fear yet put in some serious distance (and find some steep slopes) when they’re in ski school. When they get out of school, most just want to ski with Mum and Dad for the afternoon, so a large area where they feel they can travel and explore is perfect.
For details of the most family-friendly resorts, see our destination guides to Les Gets, Morzine and Avoriaz.
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Eating out and self-catering are both easy in this region of child-friendly resorts. See our French Alps and Switzerland guides for more on local cuisine.
By Rhonda Carrier
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When to go to Portes du Soleil
The winter sports season lasts from mid-December to late April. For summer activities, the season runs from June to September.
How to get to Portes du Soleil
With the region straddling the Swiss border, this part of the Haute Savoie is one of the easiest places to get to – flights to Geneva are generally your quickest option, followed by relatively short transfers to resorts.
Cost
With the exception of busy times such February half-term, Les Portes du Soleil need not be an expensive destination, especially if you choose self-catering accommodation.
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Family friendly places to stay in Portes du Soleil
Les Portes du Soleil's most family-friendly resorts are well set up with everything from luxury catered chalets to basic but comfortable self-catering apartments. Alternatively, click on the Trips tab for a family activity holiday in the region.
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Kids Club
Pierre & Vacances Premium Residence L'Amara, Avoriaz
A great self-catering option for family skiing in the car-free resort of Avoriaz; catering well for the youngest of children.
Club Med Avoriaz, Avoriaz
Avoriaz is a perfect resort for family ski holidays It is car free and has a variety of slopes for all abilities. A great all-inclusive choice
Chalet Negritelles, Les Gets
Chalet sleeping up to 10 people, centrally located in Les Gets and just a few minutes walk from the ski lifts.
Residence Electra, Avoriaz
Self-catering apartments in the heart of Avoriaz, with ski-in/ski-out access; ideal for families.
Pierre & Vacances Residence Atria-Crozats, Avoriaz
Luxury self-catering modern apartments in the popular family ski resort of Avoriaz.
Chalet Le Marjorie, Les Gets
A spacious chalet in Les Gets sleeping up to 21 people, just a short walk from the ski lifts and resort centre.
Pierre & Vacances Residence Antares, Avoriaz
Self-catering apartments with beautiful views of the mountains and with direct access to slopes.
Vardaf Apartments , Les Gets
Peaceful Apartments overlooking Les Gets, offering great family value.
Simply Morzine holidays, Morzine
Luxury winter and summer family alpine holidays with Simply Morzine.
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Family friendly organised trips in Portes du Soleil
In summer, some families find an organised family activity holiday in the region a good way of making the best of the great outdoors.
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Kids Club
Morzine and The Alps 7 nights
The combination of a charming town, spectacular scenery and thrilling activities make Morzine the ideal base for a family holiday.
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