→ Want free & direct Avoriaz access: Zore Parking (arrive before 8:30 AM)
→ Want reliable all-day parking: Nyon Parking
→ Just dropping kids at ESF: Pléney (45 min free)
→ Want zero stress: Book a stay with parking included
📍 Which parking to choose for your profile?
- Skiing towards Avoriaz: Skip the town center. Aim for Zore parking (free) or pay the high price at Prodains (€26).
- Families with young children: Pléney parking (paid) is the most convenient for the beginner area and village center.
- Weekly stay without driving: Park at Nyon (free) and use the free shuttles to get around the resort.
📋 In this guide
- Understanding parking in Morzine in 2025-2026
- Zore Chairlift Car Park — The smart option for Avoriaz
- Nyon Car Park — The large, reliable free car park
- Nantégué Car Park — The hidden gem
- Prodains Car Park — Convenient but expensive
- Parking in Morzine town centre
- The shuttle trick: park far, ski everywhere
- Full car park comparison
- Morzine Parking FAQ
🗺️ Understanding Parking in Morzine in 2025-2026
Morzine has modernised its parking system for winter 2025-2026: no more barriers, but cameras that automatically read licence plates on entry and exit. Payment is made at the meter or via the PayByPhone and PrestoPark apps.
- Winter (mid-December → mid-April): most car parks near the ski lifts switch to paid parking.
- School holidays: heavy pressure on free car parks from 8:30am. Arriving early is essential.
- Summer: much easier — Nyon, Prodains and others revert to free parking.
1️⃣ Zore Chairlift Car Park — The smart option for Avoriaz
Zore Chairlift Car Park
This is the go-to spot for locals and ski instructors. This small, informal car park — completely free — sits above the Super-Morzine gondola, at the base of the Zore chairlift, a 4-person lift that connects Super-Morzine directly to the Avoriaz plateau.
Why is this so strategic?
- Zero euros in parking fees versus €26/day at Prodains.
- Direct access to the Avoriaz ski area via the Zore chairlift, bypassing the queues at the big gondola stations.
- Shorter lift queues than at Prodains or Super-Morzine.
- Perfect if you're mainly skiing on the Avoriaz / Portes du Soleil side.
⏰ Timing is everything: In February and during school holidays, this car park is full before 8:45am. Arrive before 8:30am to stand a chance. Outside holiday periods, you can usually find a space until 9:15–9:30am.
2️⃣ Nyon Car Park — The large, reliable free car park
Nyon Car Park
This is currently the only confirmed large free car park in Morzine in winter. With 250 spaces, it has real capacity — and it stays free in both summer and winter, making it a valid option year-round.
- Direct access to the Nyon cable car and the Chamossière sector.
- Long-stay parking possible (a full week without any issue).
- Much quieter than the Pléney / Prodains area.
- The Nyon sector is also one of the most beautiful for skiing: fewer crowds, wilder terrain, often better snow conditions at the end of the day.
3️⃣ Nantégué Car Park — The hidden gem
Nantégué Car Park
Less well-known than Nyon or Zore, the Nantégué car park is nonetheless a solid free alternative with 188 spaces. It's open in winter and served by the free shuttle buses to reach the ski lifts.
If the first two options are already full when you arrive a little late, Nantégué can save the day — especially since very few visitors know about it.
4️⃣ Prodains Car Park — Convenient but expensive
Prodains Car Park
Very convenient for heading straight up to Avoriaz via the Prodains Express gondola (just 4 minutes!), but rarely good value unless you truly have no other option.
The system now works without barriers: your plate is read on entry, you pay at the meter or via the app, and your exit is recorded automatically.
5️⃣ Parking in Morzine Center (Pléney & Super Morzine)
Parking in the town center is paid throughout the winter, managed by a camera-based system (LAPI) with no physical barriers. The main advantage: the 45-minute free rule, perfect for quick drop-offs or small errands.
🚠 Pléney Parking — In the heart of the action
Pléney Parking
Ideally located for accessing the Morzine-Les Gets ski area and dropping children at the ESF ski school, this outdoor parking is very popular (and fills up quickly during school holidays). Remember to pay at the machine or via the PayByPhone app even for a short stay to avoid a fine (FPS).
🚠 Super Morzine Parking — Express access to Avoriaz
Super Morzine Parking
Located near the suspension bridge, this is the natural starting point to head towards Avoriaz from Morzine center without driving to Les Prodains. The major downside is its very small size; it is usually full as soon as the slopes open.
🚌 The Shuttle Trick: Park Far, Ski Everywhere
If you're staying outside the centre or arriving late, the best strategy is to park in authorised residential areas (Route de la Manche, certain sections of Route de la Plagne depending on local signage) and reach the ski lifts via the free shuttle buses.
Shuttles run every 10 to 30 minutes depending on the line. If you're carrying ski equipment, it's accepted on board — allow a little extra time at peak hours.
📊 Full Car Park Comparison
| Car Park | Winter Price | Spaces | Lift Access | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zore Chairlift | Free | ~50 | Avoriaz (via Zore) | ★★★★★ |
| Nyon | Free | 250 | Nyon / Chamossière | ★★★★ |
| Nantégué | Free | 188 | Shuttles → centre | ★★★ |
| Prodains (P0/P1) | €26/day | 540 | Avoriaz (direct) | ★★ |
| Pléney town centre | Paid | 200 | Morzine / Pléney | ★★ |
| Avoriaz covered car parks | €18/day | 1,730 | Avoriaz (in-resort) | ★★★ |
🏔️ Save €182 on parking this week
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View our apartments with parking →❓ Morzine Parking FAQ
Are there still free car parks at the foot of the slopes in Morzine in 2025-2026?
Yes, mainly the Zore chairlift car park (Avoriaz access, ~50 spaces) and the Nyon car park (250 spaces, Nyon cable car access). The Nantégué car park (188 spaces) is also free in winter. Spaces are limited — arrive before 9am during peak season.
Can I leave my car for the whole week for free?
Yes, at the Nyon car park in particular. Avoid the blue zones in the town centre (limited to 1h30) and check the signage for residential areas.
What is the exact rate for the Prodains car park in 2025-2026?
The official rate (source: avoriaz.com) is €26/day for P0 and P1, with 45 minutes free. A week costs €182. These rates apply from 12 December 2025 to 19 April 2026.
Which is the most convenient car park for skiing in Avoriaz?
The most direct is Prodains (€26/day, gondola in 4 min). The best free compromise is the Zore chairlift car park — you access Avoriaz via the chairlift, with no queue and at zero cost.
Can I park for free and take the shuttles?
Absolutely — and it's actually the recommended strategy. Park in authorised areas (Route de la Manche, etc.) and use the free shuttles — particularly Line A, which runs from the Pléney to Prodains every 15 minutes, or Line N for Nyon.
Have the Morzine municipal car park rates changed?
Yes. The town council has taken back direct management of its car parks and installed a new barrier-free system (LAPI licence plate reading). Payment is made at the meter or via PayByPhone/PrestoPark. If you don't pay, a penalty notice (FPS) is issued automatically.