In the heart of The Three Valleys
An Introduction to Meribel
Being the centre and heart of the world famous Three Valleys Ski area, Meribel therefore has arguably the best access to the world-class skiing on offer right outside your front door.
The Meribel valley gives you almost two vertical kilometres with ranges from 1100m right up to peaks of 2950m. There are multiple villages that make up the resort and all distinguishable by their altitude. Meribel Centre is a prime location in the Three Valleys.
The Meribel Valley
Connected by a number of villages and small resorts, Meribel has everything there is to offer to guarantee the best experience possible. Each one has its own unique feel, strengths and access to the pistes.
Les Allues
1100m
The Original village of Meribel, offering great value for money, and a real community feel. Although skiing to Les Allues is usually restricted to the very peak of winter due to snow conditions and altitude, the slopes can be accessed via the free bus shuttle to Meribel Village and Meribel centre, or via the Olympic Gondola direct into La Chaudanne.
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Snow Conditions
Access to Skiing
Access to Nightlife
Peace and Quiet
Affordability
Meribel Village
1400m
Located just below Meribel Centre, this quaint village, has a few amenities including a bakery, and excellent apres bar and restaurant (Lodge du VIllage) and access to the slopes via the Golf Chairlift. Meribel Village is also a stop on route for the free Bus Shuttle making it easier for those after skiing Restaurant reservations or drinks.
Snow Conditions
Access to Skiing
Access to Nightlife
Peace and Quiet
Affordability
Meribel Centre
1450m
The main hub and central point of Meribel. It’s sought after location has access to a wide range of restaurants, apres bars and main lift and bus station (La Chaundanne). This is also where you will find facilities such as the tourist office, post office, banks and police station. La Chaudanne is the epicenter of access to the ski slopes, and the main meeting points for ski schools.
Snow Conditions
Access to Skiing
Access to Nightlife
Peace and Quiet
Affordability
Meribel Mottaret
1750m
The highest village of Meribel, the snow conditions are great throughout the season, and its access to the ski area makes it a great place for value for money. With its central hub you can find piste side restaurants, hotels and a number of ski lifts. Meribel Mottaret can also be accessed via the bus shuttle. Boasting a superb lake (Lac Tueda) with cross country ski track and winter walk, it is ideal for non-skiers to explore.
Snow Conditions
Access to Skiing
Access to Nightlife
Peace and Quiet
Affordability
History
After a decline in interest for British skiers to flock to Austria for their holidays, France soon became the number one destination. An untapped Valley above Les Allues, lead Scotsman Peter Lindsay and French Skier Emile Allias to create a French ski resort. Between 1938 and 1941, Lindsay had already overseen the installation of the first ski lift, construction of hotels and chalets before World War II stalled the construction and plans.
Meribel underwent a rejuvenation following its hosting of the 1992 Winter Olympics of Ice Hockey and Women's alpine skiing. It was important to retain the traditional alpine architecture and aesthetics ensuring Meribel remains one of the most popular ski destinations in Europe.
Meribel Tourist
Office
For everything from local taxi numbers, what’s on guides, piste and orientation maps the tourist office has everything covered.
Meribel Tourist Office
Route de Ctre
73550
France
+33 4 79 08 60 01
Winter Opening Hours
Mon- Sun
09:00 - 19:00
Summer Opening
Mon-Sun
09:00 - 12:00
14:00 - 17:00
Medical Centres & Pharmacy
Olympic Medical Centre
Patinoire Meribel
73550 Les Allues
Meribel
+33 4 79 08 60 41
Medical 1600
Doctor Thierry Varbe
Route de Morel
73550 Les Allues
Meribel
+33 4 79 08 65 40
Pharmacie de Meribel
Rue des Jesus Olympics
73550 Les Allues
Meribel
+33 4 79 08 63 59
Post Offices
Meribel Centre
Maison Du Tourisme, La Poste, Meribel
Mon - Fri 09:00 - 12:00 & 13:30 - 15:30
Sat 09:00 - 12:00
Sun Closed
Les Allues
La Poste
Route de la Resse
Les Allues
Mon-Sat 08:45 - 12.15
Mottaret
Mottaret La Poste
Maison du Tourisme de Mottaret
Mon-Fri 09:00 - 12:30