Resort Meribel - les 3 Vallée

Welcome to Chalet Holidays in Meribel

It was 1938 when the first ski lift was built above les Allues in Meribel, since then the resort has become a phenomenally popular destination for avid skiers from across the globe. Located in the Tarentaise Valley in the French Alps, the resort is part of an interlinked ski lift system with many of the neighbouring towns and villages.

Why pick a chalet holiday in Meribel?

A Catered Chalet in Meribel provides possibly the best location for intermediate & advanced skiers. The three valleys ski area is one of the world's best ski areas, with an rivaled scale of skiing and range of terrains - you'll find everything in abundance here. Then take world leading infrastructure - fast, modern lifts & well maintained slopes. There's a good reason the three valleys has a reputation as one of the best places to ski in the world.

Meribel is in the middle valley of the three, so gives great access to all the sections of the Three valleys. So if your group has intermediate and advanced skiers who are keen to make the most of this ski area, then a central location like Meribel's makes the perfect base.

Meribel is not only known for its skiing but also its nightlife with a wide range of bars, restaurants and nightclubs open until the early hours that offer theme nights and live music.

Chalets in Meribel

The first catered chalets in Meribel were constructed in 1939, since then a large number of first-class chalets and other accommodation have been built in the area. Ski Chalets in Meribel has continued to expand and become more bespoke; with catered chalets in Meribel available to suit all requirements. It does though have a good range of top class chalets, so if you are looking for a luxury chalet holiday then Meribel would have a good range of chalets for you to select from.

Independent Chalets currently has three 5 star catered chalets in Meribel, Catered Chalet Iamato, Catered Chalet Rachelle and Self Catered Chalet Renard Rouge.

Meribel Webcams

This web cam shows the main ski slopes coming down into Meribel village

Meribel Lift Passes

There are two options when on a chalet holiday in Meribel:

Option 1: Meribel Valley Lift Pass

This is the smallest option, and covers the whole of the Meribel valley (the central valley of the three). It has 150kms of pistes and 45 ski lifts. We'd recommend this pass for beginners. If your are moving past the beginner stage and looking to explore a bit further then you might want to consider the full area pass as Meribel is situated so well in the centre of the Three Valleys, it makes the perfect base to explore the whole area.

Option 2: The Three Valleys Lift Pass

This gives you access to the whole area, all 600kms and 180 ski lifts! This is a huge area, and in a week even the most enthusiastic skier would do well to make much inroads into exploring and area so large. Meribel is the central valley of the three, making it a great base for exploring this ski area. We'd recommend this option for intermediates and above.

Lift Pass Prices

Those 4 yrs and under, & 75 yrs and over, are free.

Meribel Snow Forecast

This is the snow forecast for Meribel Mid-Station, at 2200m, to give you an idea of the conditions on the ski slopes.

Below is the forecast for Meribel Village itself (1450m)

Meribel Piste map

This piste map show the whole three valleys ski area, Meribel in in the centre valley.

Please click on the map to expand

Meribel Ski Schools

Meribel has a great range of ski schools for you, with terrain and lessons to suit all levels. Everyone from beginners to pros are well catered for in Meribel

The perfect ski resort for Advanced Ski Lessons

The three valleys has a wonderful range of challenging slopes for those looking to push their skills - steeps, moguls, off-piste and much more. Meribel is in the centre of the Three Valleys giving wonderful access to all of this. If you are an experienced skier looking to take your skiing to the next level then some Ski Lessons in Meribel would be the ideal opportunity.

ESF Meribel

ESF are, as in most French Ski resorts, the largest ski school offering the largest number of lessons. They are of particular note for those with young families - they have lesssons from aged 3 upwards, and the largest number of classes to help make sure everyone is in a group with others of a similar level.
ESF Meribel

Parallel Lines

A British Ski School offering group lessons for adults & children, as well as private lessons. They also offer snowboarding lessons in groups or individually. All British Instructors.
Parallel Lines Meribel

Magic Ski School Meribel

A small French Ski School, Magic offer group & private lessons, adults & children, skiing and snowboarding.
Magic Ski School Meribel

Alpine Masters

A Small British Ski School covering several resorts in the Three Valleys, Alpine Masters offers both private lessons and group lessons for adults and Children.
Alpine Masters Meribel

New Generation

A British Ski School providing a range of group lessons, from beginners to advanced, for both children and adults. The also provide private lessons too.
New Generation Meribel

BASS Meribel

BASS (British Alpine Ski School) are possibly the largest British ski school in the French Alps covering many resorts. They've been in Meribel for over 10 years now and offer group and private lessons for all abilities.
BASS Meribel

Ski Excel

Ski Excel are a small ski school specializing in private lessons for children and families. They also offer off piste and race training.
Ski Excel