Morgins Ski Resort Guide
Morgins, Switzerland
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 100km |
| Highest Lift | 2,470m |
| Resort Height | 1,400m |
| Nearest Airports | Sion and Geneva |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Morgins
Morgins is a charming ski resort nestled in the Swiss Alps. It offers diverse terrain for both skiers and snowboarders, along with stunning mountain views.
Summary
Morgins is part of the Portes du Soleil ski area, featuring over 650 km of slopes. The resort is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and a mix of beginner to advanced runs.
The ski area of Morgins is in the Swiss Alps at an altitude of 1,400m, with 100km of marked runs.
Morgins is part of the Portes du Soleil ski area with access to 650km of downhill skiing, with 285 marked pistes, served by a total of 196 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Morgins itself (100km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Portes du Soleil ski resorts of Champéry, Champoussin, Les Crosets, Torgon, Abondance, Avoriaz, Châtel, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Grande Terche, Les Gets, Montriond, Morzine and Saint Jean d'Aulps.
With ski lifts as high as 2,470m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Morgins is 6km long.
Snow and Weather
Morgins typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snowfall of around 300 cm per season. For the latest snow depth and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
When will it snow in Morgins?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Morgins.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Morgins Ski Area
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 11 | |
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| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 14 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 100km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 20km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 35 | |
Portes du Soleil Ski Area
| Pistes Number of runs | 115 | |
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| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 115 | |
Morgins Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,470m |
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| Resort Altitude (Morgins) | 1,400m |
| Lowest Piste | 1,000m |
| Max Vertical | 1,470m |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Snowboarding | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The ski area in Morgins reaches an elevation of 2,250 meters, with notable pistes like the 'Chavanette' and 'Les Crosets.' Key lifts include the 'Morgins' gondola and 'La Foilleuse' chairlift, providing access to varied terrain across the mountain.
Morgins offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Morgins
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Morgins Ski Schools and Morgins Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy the terrain parks in Morgins, particularly the 'Morgins Snowpark,' which features jumps and rails suitable for all skill levels. The resort's diverse slopes also cater to freeride enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Morgins?
This ski resort is in the Swiss Alps in Troistorrents, Monthey District.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Morgins is Sion, 50 minutes drive away.
Geneva, Berne, Annecy, Chambery, Basel, Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Zurich, Turin Caselle and Dole–Jura airports are all within three hours drive.
Sion is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Morgins is accessible via major airports like Geneva and Bern. From Geneva, take the A1 motorway towards Lausanne, then follow signs to Morgins, making it a straightforward journey to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 35 ski lifts are able to uplift 17,790 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 7km of ski runs, with 15 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Morgins open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is late December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Talking about Morgins
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Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, Morgins offers a cozy après-ski scene at bars like 'Le Bar de la Taverne' and 'L'Atelier.' Dining options include local favorites, ensuring a delightful end to your ski day.
