Planning your first holiday in the mountains with a baby? Morzine is one of the best family-friendly destinations in the French Alps, offering a relaxed village atmosphere, excellent facilities and plenty of activities for parents and little ones alike.
Whether you’re visiting in summer or winter, you’ll find that Morzine is well equipped to make travelling with a baby as easy and enjoyable as possible.
Why Choose Morzine for Your Family Holiday?
Unlike purpose-built ski resorts, Morzine is a traditional Alpine village with everything within easy reach. The centre is compact, there are plenty of cafés and restaurants that welcome families, and you’ll find supermarkets, pharmacies and medical facilities close by.
Staying in a self-catered apartment also gives you the flexibility to keep your baby’s normal routine, prepare meals whenever you need to and enjoy quiet evenings after bedtime.
Travel Light – Hire Baby Equipment Locally
One of the biggest concerns when travelling with a baby is how much equipment you need to bring. The good news is that you don’t have to pack everything.
Little Goat Co offers a wide range of baby equipment for hire with delivery directly to your accommodation before you arrive, helping you save valuable space in your car or luggage.
Equipment available includes:
- Travel cots
- High chairs
- Pushchairs and strollers
- Baby baths
- Baby carriers
- Bed guards
- Stair gates
- Changing mats
- Bottle warmers and sterilisers
- Toys and play equipment
Having everything ready and waiting for you means you can travel much more comfortably, especially if you’re flying into Geneva Airport.
Family-Friendly Accommodation
Choosing the right accommodation makes all the difference when travelling with young children.
Many of our Snow and Trek apartments offer:
- Fully equipped kitchens
- Washing machines
- Lift access
- Private parking
- Spacious living areas
- Balconies or gardens
- Plenty of room for cots and baby equipment
If you’re unsure which apartment would best suit your family, our local team will be happy to recommend the perfect property.
Getting Around Morzine
The village centre is easy to explore with a pushchair, although, as with any mountain village, there are some hills.
During the summer months, pavements are easy to navigate and many cafés have outdoor terraces.
In winter, a pushchair with larger wheels works well for cleared pavements, while a baby carrier is often the easiest option after fresh snowfall.
The free village shuttle buses also make it simple to get around without using your car.
Summer Activities
Lac de Montriond
A beautiful lake just outside Morzine, perfect for gentle walks, picnics and relaxing by the water.
Riverside Walks
The paths alongside the River Dranse are mostly flat and suitable for pushchairs.
Morzine Aquatic Centre
The outdoor paddling areas and grassy spaces are ideal for families during warmer weather. With pools for all ages, and a wet area for the smaller kids.
Scenic Chairlifts and Gondolas
Several lifts remain open throughout the summer, allowing you to enjoy spectacular mountain views without a long hike.
Village Parks
Morzine has several small playgrounds where toddlers can enjoy a break between adventures.
Children Cycling
If you don’t want to bring your own equipment, Intersport Morzine offers a range of family-friendly bike hire options, including:
- Child bike seats
- Children’s bikes
- Mountain Buggy hire
Winter with a Baby
Even if your little one is too young to ski, there’s still plenty to enjoy during a winter holiday.
Families love:
- Walking through the snowy village
- Taking scenic gondola rides
- Visiting cafés with mountain views
- Watching the skiers from the village centre
- Gentle sledging with older toddlers
Warm clothing, a baby carrier and plenty of layers are all you’ll need for a memorable winter adventure.
Childcare Services
If you’d like to enjoy a morning skiing or an evening meal together, Morzine has several professional childcare providers offering:
Cheeky Monkeys
- Babysitting
- Private nannies
- Hotel and chalet childcare
- Full and half-day care
Cheeky Monkeys has been looking after visiting families in Morzine for many years and is one of the area’s best-known childcare providers. Their qualified English-speaking nannies provide full and half-day childcare in your accommodation, evening babysitting, children’s lunch clubs and ski school collections.
Contact: Sharon McCrae
Tel: +33 (0)6 16 12 28 80
Morzine Kids
Founded by qualified UK paediatric nurse Helen Barnett, Morzine Kids provides professional, fully insured childcare throughout Morzine.
Contact: Helen Barnett
Tel: +33 (0)6 84 06 40 98
ABC Childcare
ABC Childcare is run by experienced local nanny Amy Bezant, who offers flexible childcare and babysitting throughout the year.
Contact: Amy Bezant
Tel: +33 (0)6 64 05 50 66
Email: info@abchildcare.fr
Sophie Rowe Childcare
Sophie is a qualified UK teacher specialising in creative education and special educational needs. After several winter seasons working as a nanny and outdoor educator, she now lives in Morzine year-round.
Contact: Sophie Rowe
Tel: +33 (0)7 44 90 03 60 or +44 (0)7738 171635
Alpine Resort Nannies
Alpine Resort Nannies specialises in premium childcare across Morzine and Les Gets. Their experienced team provides bespoke childcare tailored to each family’s needs, helping create memorable ski holidays for both parents and children.
Alpine Childcare
Alpine Childcare operates slightly differently, offering an online directory of qualified local nannies.
Contact: Suzie
Tel: +44 (0)7967 241775
Morzine Childcare
Run by Payton Ball, Morzine Childcare offers friendly and flexible childcare for children of all ages throughout the year..
Contact: Payton Ball
Tel: +33 (0)6 36 15 94 13
Email: paytonball@morzinechildcare.com
Les Marmottins Tourist Daycare
Managed by the Morzine Tourist Office, the crèche welcomes visiting children from Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Available options include:
- Half-day sessions (morning or afternoon)
- Full-day care
- Five half-day packages
- Five-day packages
Lunch, snacks and nappies are all included, making it an easy solution for families spending the day skiing.
Email: creche@morzine-avoriaz.com
*Booking well in advance is recommended during school holidays.
Medical Facilities
Travelling with children can sometimes be unpredictable, but Morzine has excellent healthcare facilities. Local pharmacies also stock nappies, baby food, formula milk, medicines and many other baby essentials.
- Doctors
- Pharmacies
- Dentists
- Physiotherapists
Eating Out
Most restaurants in Morzine are very welcoming to families.
Many provide:
- High chairs
- Children’s menus
- Outdoor seating
- Plenty of space for pushchairs
French restaurants are generally very accommodating when dining with babies and young children.
Stay with Snow and Trek
At Snow and Trek, we know that travelling with a baby requires a little extra planning.
Our spacious self-catered apartments give families the flexibility and comfort they need, while our local team is always happy to recommend the best accommodation, family-friendly activities and local services to help make your stay as stress-free as possible.
Whether it’s your baby’s first mountain holiday or you’re returning for another family adventure, Morzine is the perfect place to create lasting memories together.
We look forward to welcoming you and your family to the French Alps.
