Christmas in Morzine. Image showing families ice skating in front of the Carousel and Christmas tree.

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

Group of skiers on a chairlift, looking our over the snow and piste below

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

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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

Image showing the light show and parade in the luxury ski resort Morzine at Christmas.

Continue the Christmas celebrations in Morzine with the annual Tourist Office parade. Prepare yourself for something spectacular! From flame throwers 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 Christmas time!

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

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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, 27 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.

Chalet Vesper

A collage image of one of the best luxury ski chalets in the Portes du Soleil: Chalet Vesper. Featuting the living room, bed, dining table, and a fireplace snug.

There is no better place to spend time looking for Santa Claus and his sleigh this Christmas Eve than Chalet Vesper 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 self-catered 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.

Chalet Chardon

A collage of the stylish dining room, living room, a bedroom, and billiard room of Chalet Chardon.

This luxury catered ski chalet is the perfect choice for a memorable Christmas ski holiday in Morzine. There’s an array of facilities at Chalet Chardon to keep the whole group entertained, including an alfresco hot tub and sauna, a pool table, and incredible views from the wraparound balconies. This 6-bedroom chalet is just 50 metres from the Pléney slopes, and 10 minutes walk into the town of Morzine. As a result, guests are never far from the myriad of entertainments in the village, and the 650km of pistes in the Portes du Soleil ski area. On Christmas Day, exchange gifts with loved ones around the fire, and enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading to the slopes for a festive ski.

Chalet d’Espoir

Collage of Chalet d'Espoir, a luxury ski chalet in Morzine. Featuring the stylish living room, hot tub with an alpine view, a bedroom, and a tv snug room.

Chalet d’Espoir is a characterful and contemporary chalet that has lots of charm, tucked away just 10-minutes’ walk from the heart of Morzine village. Kick back before the panoramic views from the outdoor hot tub, or snuggle together with a glass of crisp champagne in front of the fire. This luxury Christmas ski chalet in Morzine can be taken on either a catered or self-catered basis, and comes with an in-resort driver service for complete convenience. There is so much to add to the festive atmosphere during a stay 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.

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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.❄🎄❄