Swiss Wall (Le Mur Suisse)
Pas de Chavanette
An extremely steep black run above Avoriaz on the Swiss border, one of the world's most legendary hard runs, covered in moguls.
The Swiss Wall sits at the Col de Chavanette above Avoriaz, where the piste crosses the French-Swiss border. This steep, heavily moguled run is about 1 km long with a vertical drop of roughly 330 m, making it the most storied challenge on the Portes du Soleil. It is suited only to advanced skiers and is especially dangerous when icy or in poor visibility. Intermediate and beginner skiers can take the lift down or simply watch from the top. The viewing terrace at the col alone offers a dramatic view of the steep slope and Swiss mountain scenery.
Opening hours
Cable car hours during ski season
Nearby sights
- Avoriaz
- Aquariaz
- Portes du Soleil
- Lac des Mines d'Or
- Les Lindarets
- Champéry
- Cascade d'Ardent
- Lac de Montriond