Morzine was originally a farming and slate mining village that has a history that stretches back a long way.
Still a traditional market, mountain town keen to preserve its gentle pace of life and authentic Savoyard charm. In the heart of the Portes du Soleil, Morzine is spread along a valley, intersected by a large river gorge and is an ideal point from which to set out and discover a wealth of possibilities.
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A BRIEF DIARY OF THE LAST THOUSAND YEARS OR SO...
1090: Monks come to St Jean d'Aulps and take control of the area.
1531: Morzine is granted independence from the Monks.
1725: Construction of the old bridge by the church.
1734: The start of the commercial exploitation of slate in Morzine.
1800: slate makes its appearance.
1862: The road between Morzine and Thonon was opened in 1862 allowing access to Morzine and its mountains, farming and slate mining.
1910: Creation of the ski club of Morzine
1920: the start of tourism with the building of the “Grand Hotel”
1921: the war memorial is built by the church.
1934: the launching of the Pléney cable car.
1960: Jean Vuarnet wins the Winter Olympics at Squaw Valley.
1960: the creation of Avoriaz
1961: the telepherique at Nyon is built.
1963: Avoriaz telepherique is built.
1973: 1st fantastic film festival at Avoriaz.
1974: the skiing world cup is held in Morzine & Avoriaz.
1992: Super Morzine telecabine opened.
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