Activities at Region Dents du Midi

Le Pas de Chavanette or "the Swiss Wall" in Champéry, Portes du Soleil, Valais

Le Pas de Chavanette - The Swiss Wall

Famous as one of the steepest and most difficult runs in the world, the Pas de Chavanette is reserved for experienced skiers. It begins on the border between Switzerland and France; French enthusiasts call it “the Swiss wall”. Just over 1 km long, the run has a vertical drop of 400 m with gradients of more than 50%, demanding respect from all who would tackle it. After heavy snowfall, the moguls can grow to a height of two metres. Best, then, to gain plenty of confidence before tackling this monument of the Portes du Soleil ski area, where even the piste-grooming machines dare not venture.

The most exciting ski runs

Wildlife parks

Le Relais

The wildlife parks „Le Relais“ in Les Crosets will make you feel close to the nature with its accessible enclosures to caress and feed the animals, its playing field next to the park, the possibility to ride ponies through the mountain and many other activities. You will be able to see alpacas, kangaroos, mini pigs, Ouessant sheep’s, pygmy goats, peacocks and many others.

Wildlife parks

Ski region Torgon, skiing, winter, Valais

Ski areas

Portes du Soleil - Area Torgon

Torgon is the first ski resort on Swiss ground in the Portes du Soleil (the largest internationally linked ski area in the world) and offers a spectacular view of Lake Geneva and the Dents du Midi. Varied slopes and powder-covered northerly slopes, Torgon has a wide range of winter sports facilities to meet everyone’s needs.

Ski areas

Ski touring

Rando-Parc (Touring Tracks)

The Rando-Parc powered by Movement Skis was set up in Morgins in the Portes du Soleil area. The “touring tracks” are aimed at ski tourers of all abilities, with one black, two blue and three red trails. The tours take between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours 45 minutes, with an average altitude difference of 600m. This specially enclosed area is the ideal place for an introduction to ski touring.

Ski touring

Ski areas

Region Dents du Midi - Portes du Soleil - Area Champoussin

The resort of Champoussin is part of the largest cross-border ski area in the world, the Portes du Soleil. It offers a breathtaking view of the Dents du Midi and a perfect playground for all levels.

Ski areas

Ski areas

Region Dents du Midi - Portes du Soleil - Area Champéry

The mountain village of Champéry, nestled between the Dents du Midi and the Dents Blanches, is an ideal starting point for numerous winter sports. Within five minutes the cable car of Champéry - Croix-de-Culet or the 6-seater chairlift of Grand-Paradis takes guests to the "Portes du Soleil" ski area. A snowpark meets the needs of freestylers. A highlight of the ski resort is the run at Pas de Chavanette, often simply called "Le Mur Suisse" (the Swiss Wall) – it is one of the steepest in the world. Within a single kilometre the descent drops nearly 400 metres, with gradients of up to 50 degrees.

Ski areas

Ski region Les Crosets, skiing, winter, Valais

Ski areas

Region Dents du Midi - Portes du Soleil - Area Les Crosets

The Les Crosets resort is located on a beautiful sunny mountainside between Champéry and Morgins in the middle of the Portes du Soleil, the largest internationally linked ski area in the world. The ski area is characterized mainly by its guaranteed snow cover, and within minutes guests can access the slopes on the French side of the resort via the Pointe des Mossettes (2'277 m).

Ski areas

Ski region Morgins, skiing, winter, Valais

Ski areas

Region Dents du Midi - Portes du Soleil - Area Morgins

The sunny village of Morgins is situated directly on the border to France and is part of the largest international linked ski area in the world, "Portes du Soleil". At this ski resort visitors travel only with skis from one station to the next, from one valley and country to another – a unique experience. The Children's Snowland offers two lifts with varying difficulty so that the little ones can experience their first snow adventures. Morgins is also home to many renowned ski stars, including Didier Defago (alpine skiing), Yannick Ecoeur (ski touring), Joël Gaspoz (alpine skiing) and Martial Donnet (alpine skiing).

Ski areas

The longest ski runs

Ripaille – Grand-Paradis

This scenic red run, 10 kilometres long, is particularly appealing for its variety of landscapes and terrain. Starting at an altitude of 1,820 metres, the descent finishes at 1,055 metres, after a combination of straight schusses and twisting trails. Snowy peaks, fragrant pine forests and the dramatic pinnacles of the Dents du Midi and the Dents Blanches high above: the backdrop for this fun run is simply enchanting.

The longest ski runs

Ski region Portes du Soleil, skiing, winter, Valais

Ski areas

Ski resort Region Dents du Midi - Portes du Soleil

Only one ski pass is required to discover the area between Lake Geneva and the Dents du Midi. Upon reaching this part of the Valais, guests are welcome in the Region Dents du Midi - Portes du Soleil. Its idyllic mountain location offers many athletic, leisure and cultural activities. In addition, 600 km of pistes offer access to a vast and unparalleled winter landscape. The renowned traditional cuisine of the Chablais is characterized by its uncomplicated style using fresh, local ingredients.

Ski areas

Bikeparks

Champéry-Morgins bikepark

The bikepark at Champéry-Morgins has 11 downhill tracks of different levels: 1 green, 1 blue, 7 red and 2 black. From this bikepark, riders can also reach 4 other bikeparks located in French resorts of the Portes du Soleil – at Châtel, Les Gets, Morzine and Avoriaz. Thanks to 20 different cable cars and chairlifts throughout the cross-border holiday region, you can get easily from Switzerland to France and vice versa.

During summer 2023, the Morgins Bike Park will remain closed as the La Foilleuse chairlift will be replaced by a gondola lift. The new opening is planned for summer 2024.

Bikeparks

Champéry, Tour Dents Blanches, summer, hiking, Valais

Hiking Tours

Dents Blanches Tour

This route crosses the administrative border between Haute-Savoie and Valais. This demarcation line is complet...

Hiking Tours

Champéry, Tour des Portes du Soleil, summer, hiking, Valais

Hiking Tours

Dents du Midi Tour

This tour does not present any great difficulty but the climb up the Jorat pass (1,400 metres difference in height) and the Encel pass (narrow section with a handrail) requires a good level of physical fitness. You will need to take some longer rests to make the most of the stunning panoramic views: the Cime de l’Est and the Vierge as you climb the Jorat, the Lac de Salanfe and Tour Salière as you descend the pass, the Ruan Glacier from the Susanfe cabane, the Souffla gorge and waterfall as you leave the Encel pass, the walls of rocks from the Anthème cabane, and the Chablais up to Lake Geneva.

Hiking Tours

Mountain lakes

Lac Vert

Lac Vert has been a destination for shepherds for several centuries. The ringing of the bells of sheep adds to...

Mountain lakes

Kids at the border of Lac d'Anthème above Champéry, Valais

Mountain lakes

Lac d'Antème

Hikers quarrel about who has had more fun on the strenuous ascent to the two lakes. The extensive hike take se...

Mountain lakes

Mountain lakes

Lac de Morgins

The Morgins Lake is a site of national importance. Today, it is part water and part humid vegetation and marsh...

Mountain lakes

Mountain lakes

Lac de Soi

The Lac de Soi is a magnificent place. The hike takes about 3h30, during which visitors have the impression of entering a different, fascinating world. A glorious surprise of nature awaits all visitors. This is not a marvel to be missed!

Mountain lakes

Mobility

Multi Pass

The Multi Pass allows visitors to enjoy nature and the mountains at a very affordable price! This vacation pass provides access to over 60 activities in the twelve towns of the Portes du Soleil. Three Multi Pass choices are available for you: "Holiday Stay" pass, “1 Day" pass and "Season" pass.

Mobility

Adventure Park Acrobranche in Champéry, Portes du Soleil, Valais

Adventure parks

Organic Adventure Park

Obstacle course in the trees situated in Champery, the Organic Adventure Park will surprise you: zip lines, suspension bridges, lianas, climbing nets and other activities will be awaiting you! With its different tree trails, this park will entertain people of all ages. Easier courses for little ones or adapted courses for bigger ones, the park will live up to all of your expectations. The highlight of the park is the “Tyro” course: eight breathtaking zip lines, one after the other (one is 180m long).

Adventure parks