Meribel & Mottaret ski resort
Snow Range
1300-3200m
Resort Quote
the largest linked ski area in the world on your doorstep
Intro
Meribel is right in the centre of the Three Valleys, one of the largest ski areas in the world, making it a skier’s paradise for all levels. The resort is also blessed with two terrain parks and a competition standard half pipe. When the lifts close Meribel comes alive with live bands and lively bars open until the small hours. We also offer accommodation in the more peaceful satellite village of Meribel Village and the modern, high altitude resort of Mottaret.
- the experience
- the slopes Meribel & Mottaret snowboarding
- Meribel & Mottaret lift passes and tuition
- ski/snowboarding tuition in Meribel & Mottaret
The experience
Meribel & Mottaret Nightlife
Meribel & Mottaret have a buzzing night life with bars and clubs open until the early hours · Jack's Bar, Scotts, The Tavern and Dicks T-Bar nightclub · Le Rond Point is renowned for its mad afternoons and daily live bands from 5-7pm
Activities
Olympic ice skating rink, swimming pool, hang-gliding, parapenting, snowshoeing (Mottaret) & ten-pin bowling (Meribel)
Eating out in Meribel & Mottaret
A wide choice of over 65 restaurants and bars in both Meribel and Mottaret
· 3 course set menus for approx. €40 · Local specialities including fondues and raclette with wine around €30 · Pizzas around €10 · Chez Kiki, La Taverne, Le Refuge, Pizza Express
Other amenities
· Over 90 shops in Meribel · Cinema often with English language films · Tourist flights over 3 Valleys area and to Mont Blanc · Twice weekly market in Meribel Tues & Fri
Family choice advert
We offer a Private Nanny Service available to families or groups booking an entire chalet in Meribel or Mottaret. Our qualified Nanny will bring a box of toys, books and games and look after your children in the comfort of your own chalet, outdoor play will also be included weather permitting. Call our Family Hotline on 0871 971 0457.
Resort features
- Green resort
Transfer time
Chambery 2 hrs 30 mins, Grenoble 3 hrs 30 mins, Snow Train (Moutiers) 45 mins (Extra 30 mins for transfers to Mottaret)
The slopes
Ski Information Beginners
Beginners are well served by many gentle slopes and relaxing runs through the pine trees, including those by the Altiport and Rond Point des Pistes.
Ski Information Intermediates
Intermediate skiers will rejoice in the vast amount of long red runs, ideal for improving your skiing. The Pic Noir runs from the Col de la Loze, descending through the trees or try the excellent 5km red run down the Combe du Vallon.
Ski Information Advanced
Competent skiers will relish the off-piste challenges, powder snow, glacier skiing and steep descents through the trees. Mogul bashers should try the famous 'Les Bosses' black run, while off-piste enthusiasts can enjoy the Mt. Vallon face above Mottaret. Add to this the fast Women's Olympic Downhill run on La Face, and Meribel really has something for everyone.
Ski Information Snowboarding
Check out the board parks in Meribel and Mottaret, with 3 half pipes and a boarder cross or experience the wide open runs and great Three Valleys off-piste.
Slope facts
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Total Kms of Piste
600kms
Piste type No. of runs Easy 183 Intermediate 119 Difficult 33 -
Number of Lifts
183 (Three Valleys) (3 cable cars, 37 gondolas, 69 chairlifts, 74 drag lifts)
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Snow Cannons
20%
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Longest Run
5kms (Combe de Vallon)
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Mountain Restaurants
43
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Cross-country
120kms (Three Valleys); 25kms (Meribel)
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Snow Range
1300-3200m
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Resort Height:
Meribel: 1,450m (4,757ft); Mottaret: 1,730m (5,577ft)
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Transfer
Please enquire for prices to upgrade to a private transfer
Lift passes and tuition
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
Lift Pass
| 6 Days | Local | Area |
| Adult | £180 | £215 |
| Child | £127 | £163 |
| Senior | £153 | £183 |
| Special 6 Day Family Pass* | Local | Area |
| 2 Adults 2 Children | £563 | £677 |
| 2 Adults 3 Children | £685 | £834 |
| 2 Adults 4 Children | £807 | £992 |
Lift pass coverage: Local lift pass includes all lifts in Meribel & Mottaret. Area lift pass includes the entire 3 Valley ski area.
Photo required for lift pass? Free passes only (under 5 and over 74)
Ski/Board Tuition
| Adult | Child | |
| Ski (6 x 2 hrs) | £172 | £172 |
| Technique Clinic (2 x 2hrs 30mins pm) | £118 | - |
| Board (6 x 2 hrs) | £172 | £172 |
| Mini Kids (6 x 2hrs) | - | £240 |
Children: Ski 6-12 yrs. Mini Kids Mottaret 4-5 years. Board min. 8 yrs. Same hours as adults.
Snow Savers
Kids ski free: FREE helmet for kids booking skis & boots
Senior savers: reduced lift pass prices for seniors 65-74yrs
Ski/board equipment
Ski/Board Equipment
| 6 Days | Adult | Child* | Mini** |
| Bronze skis | £55 | £30 | £20 |
| Silver skis | £75 | £40 | - |
| Gold skis | £90 | - | - |
| Ski/board boots | £35 | £20 | £15 |
| Snowboard | £75 | £40 | - |
| Superior snowboard | £90 | - | - |
| Helmet | - | £15 | - |
** Mini Ski 3-5yrs incl.
Snow Savers
Kids ski free: FREE helmet for kids booking skis & boots
Senior savers: reduced lift pass prices for seniors 65-74yrs
† 2 for 1 lift pass is available on selected accommodation on selected dates. See accommodation page for details.
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