Méribel blog, useful info for your Méribel holiday

January in Méribel is without doubt the very best time for those who love winter sports. The snow is cold and light under your skis: a sheer delight to ski. It is also a real treat for the eyes with the snow-covered pines lending the landscape a magical atmosphere against a background of clear skies and uninterrupted views of the white alpine peaks.

Wondering whether to ski or snowboard in Les 3 Vallées? Skiing, from age 3, is all about elegance and versatility on all slopes, while snowboarding, from age 7-8, is all about creativity, freestyle and the feeling of surfing on fresh snow. Choose your style: classic mastery or boarder vibes... or try both and let the mountain decide!

Dropping your kids to ski school and you have only three hours ahead of you for a ski? No worries, we have a plan for you too – leave your usual runs and discover new horizons, viewpoints, different environments and pistes to those you usually ski! The stopwatch is set, so let’s go - we’ll show you around our top routes in the 3 Valleys.

Green, blue, red, black: do you really know the ski trail colors? Understanding this guide is key to skiing safely and picking slopes that match your level. Each resort has its own twists, but our tips will help you read the colors and enjoy every moment on the mountain.

It’s been a few months since you were last on skis or a snowboard… Have you forgotten what it feels like to have snow beneath your feet? No stress! In this article, you’ll find all the info you need to get safely back onto your skis. Whether you’re a newbie or an advanced skier, discover the best ways to perfect your technique whilst respecting the environment around you.

Our modern lives rush by at such a pace: work, commitments, outings, notifications... We're always fighting against time, even at the weekend. So when winter arrives, why not finally allow yourself the time to slow down? Take a break – a real one. Breathe, savour the moment, and maybe even put on your skis? Because skiing isn't just a sport: it's therapy! Let us explain...

The 2nd highest summit of the 3 Vallées, La Cime Caron is a classic of the ski area. 1000 alpine summits can be admired from this summit, from Italy to Switzerland and up to the Southern Alps, all in a very mineral atmosphere. Another specificity: its ski lift, perched in the air. It is also one of the connection points with the Orelle resort, one of the 7 resorts that make up the 3 Vallées ski area.

Méribel, a ski paradise for all in the infinite 3 Vallées ski area. A ski area linked to 7 resorts, each with its own special features: from the mountain landscape, with its high-altitude ambience at 3000m, to the spruce forests through which wind the lively pistes. Here, the choice of possibilities is immense, to suit all profiles, levels and desires.

At Méribel, skiing is all about fun and discovery! So that children learn while having fun, we've designed themed slopes full of surprises... Discover the magical play areas that will make your little ones' eyes sparkle!