Forecast today: Light snow
Most won’t even need to explore the other valleys, but if you’re a keen intermediate upwards then it will add another dimension to your holiday this winter.
Méribel is the ideal resort for a chalet holiday, with a huge choice of tour operators calling this resort home. Unlike many other purpose-built resorts, it has been tastefully designed, with wood-clad buildings the norm and not the exception. There is a lively après scene – Le Rond Point and the Folie Douce are the hotspots – but this is also a good resort for families.
A modern lift system whisks skiers and boarders around a vast network of pistes. Most are best suited to beginners and intermediates but in the form of Mont Vallon in particular, Méribel has some great terrain for advanced and expert skiers, including two new red runs in the Roc de Fer area this year. The location at the heart of the Three Valleys makes access to Courchevel and Val Thorens super quick and easy.
More experienced skiers and boarders have the entire Three Valleys playground at their disposal, which after fresh snow opens up a huge range of terrain. The altitude usually preserves the snow in good condition, but parts of the Méribel valley are prone to strong sunshine which can alter the snow’s condition.
Méribel’s jewel in its crown is Mont Vallon, a vast playground with two steep groomed runs and a huge expanse of ready-to-ski off piste. The 2018 upgrades to the Mont Vallon gondola have been a great improvement – significantly cutting queues and making the journey up much quicker.
For a purpose-built resort, Méribel is much more attractive than most, especially its near neighbour Val Thorens. A lot of accommodation is in chalets, many of which are catered and run by British tour operators – this is the ideal place to try your first chalet holiday experience. There are two bases to chose from, with Mottaret being higher and more snowsure, but it is also home to some of the bigger accommodation blocks.
Méribel is a good choice for families, especially those wanting a chalet holiday – most of which will specially cater for children. The nursery slopes are nearby and the sunny aspect of the resort is a bonus during mid-winter when other ski areas can be cold. Off the slopes, the swimming pool is good for a cold, snowy day and there is even an opportunity for children to build their own igloo – contact the tourist office.
Méribel comes alive as the lifts begin to close and the resort has a very vibrant après scene. Le Rond Point is usually a focal point and there is raucous live music and table dancing seven nights a week – head there between 5-6.30 to see it at its liveliest. Add in the Folie Douce and numerous bars and clubs in town, and you can really see why this resort is high on the list for those looking to party.
Chambéry is the closest airport to Méribel and private transfers are the best option – the drive takes around an hour and a half. Geneva is further away, with the drive taking around two and a half hours.
A great option is to travel by train, catching the Eurostar and TGV to the town of Moûtiers in the valley before grabbing a quick bus transfer up to the resort. Check out the Ski Club’s Guide to travelling to resort by train.
Connections to the rest of the Three Vallees network open and close on the same dates.
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| Adult (Aged 18-74) | €69.20 | €138.40 | €346 |
| Child (Aged 5-17) | €56.70 | €113.40 | €283.50 |
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| Adult (Aged 18-74) | €81.80 | €163.60 | €409 |
| Child (Aged 5-17) | €67 | €134 | €335 |
| Senior (75+) | €20.40 | €40.80 | €102 |
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| Snow expected | 0.3 cm | 0 cm | 0.4 cm | 8.3 cm | 0.8 cm | 0 cm | 0.5 cm | 1.3 cm | 0.7 cm | 0.4 cm | 0.7 cm | 0.6 cm | 1.3 cm | 3.3 cm | 4.9 cm | 2.2 cm | 1.7 cm | 1.8 cm | 1.2 cm | 0.7 cm | 0.6 cm | 1.5 cm | 2.6 cm | 2.5 cm | 2.8 cm | 3.1 cm | 3.3 cm | 2.4 cm | 1.7 cm | 1.6 cm |
| Max temp | -8.3°c | -8.3°c | -11.2°c | -7°c | -7.2°c | -9.9°c | -7.2°c | -7.1°c | -8.7°c | -6.3°c | -6.3°c | -8.1°c | -6°c | -6°c | -6.4°c | -5.6°c | -5.6°c | -6.9°c | -5.6°c | -5.7°c | -7.3°c | -5.5°c | -5.5°c | -6.1°c | -4.7°c | -4.8°c | -6°c | -4.4°c | -4.6°c | -6.1°c |
| Min temp | -10.7°c | -11.3°c | -11.8°c | -9°c | -9.9°c | -10.8°c | -9.5°c | -8.8°c | -9.9°c | -10.8°c | -8.1°c | -8.6°c | -8.7°c | -6.8°c | -6.6°c | -7.4°c | -6.9°c | -7.4°c | -8°c | -7.3°c | -8.2°c | -8.3°c | -6.5°c | -6.5°c | -6.7°c | -6.2°c | -6.4°c | -6.4°c | -6.2°c | -7.2°c |
| Feels like temp | -15.6°c | -8.4°c | -11.3°c | -9°c | -11.4°c | -9.9°c | -9.5°c | -7.2°c | -8.7°c | -10.8°c | -6.3°c | -8.1°c | -13.8°c | -11.6°c | -13°c | -12.4°c | -9.8°c | -11.4°c | -12.7°c | -10.2°c | -11.5°c | -8.3°c | -5.5°c | -6.1°c | -6.7°c | -4.8°c | -9.6°c | -10.3°c | -7.9°c | -10.1°c |
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| Max temp | -8.3°c | -8.3°c | -11.2°c |
| Min temp | -10.7°c | -11.3°c | -11.8°c |
| Feels like temp | -15.6°c | -8.4°c | -11.3°c |
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| Snow expected | 8.3 cm | 0.8 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -7°c | -7.2°c | -9.9°c |
| Min temp | -9°c | -9.9°c | -10.8°c |
| Feels like temp | -9°c | -11.4°c | -9.9°c |
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| Snow expected | 0.4 cm | 0 cm | 0.2 cm | 5.8 cm | 0.7 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.3 cm | 1.1 cm | 0.7 cm | 0.3 cm | 0.4 cm | 0.5 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.5 cm | 1.4 cm | 0.6 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.6 cm | 0.3 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.5 cm | 0.6 cm | 1.9 cm | 1.2 cm | 1.2 cm | 3.2 cm | 1.4 cm | 0.6 cm | 1.4 cm |
| Max temp | -0.3°c | 0°c | -3.9°c | 0.1°c | 0.4°c | -2.6°c | 0.9°c | 0.9°c | -1.5°c | 1.2°c | 1.4°c | -1.3°c | 2.5°c | 2.7°c | 0.6°c | 2.9°c | 3°c | -0.3°c | 2.3°c | 2.4°c | -0.7°c | 2.8°c | 2.8°c | 0.5°c | 2.4°c | 2.5°c | 0.3°c | 2.8°c | 2.8°c | 0.4°c |
| Min temp | -3.9°c | -3.9°c | -5.8°c | -3.3°c | -2.6°c | -3.6°c | -3.2°c | -1.6°c | -2.9°c | -4.1°c | -1.3°c | -2.1°c | -3°c | 0.6°c | -0.3°c | -1.5°c | -0.3°c | -1.8°c | -2.5°c | -0.7°c | -2.2°c | -2.4°c | 0.5°c | -0.6°c | -1.1°c | 0.2°c | -0.2°c | -0.6°c | 0.4°c | -1°c |
| Feels like temp | -3.2°c | -0.3°c | -3.9°c | -3°c | 0.1°c | -5.7°c | -2.9°c | 0.8°c | -1.5°c | -4°c | 1.1°c | -1.3°c | -6.8°c | -0.6°c | -3.4°c | -5.1°c | 2.6°c | -0.3°c | -2.5°c | 2.1°c | -3.4°c | -2.4°c | 2.5°c | 0.4°c | -0.9°c | 2.2°c | 0.3°c | -0.3°c | 2.5°c | 0.4°c |
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| Max temp | -0.3°c | 0°c | -3.9°c |
| Min temp | -3.9°c | -3.9°c | -5.8°c |
| Feels like temp | -3.2°c | -0.3°c | -3.9°c |
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| Snow expected | 5.8 cm | 0.7 cm | 0.2 cm |
| Max temp | 0.1°c | 0.4°c | -2.6°c |
| Min temp | -3.3°c | -2.6°c | -3.6°c |
| Feels like temp | -3°c | 0.1°c | -5.7°c |
| Snowfall | Last Snowfall | 25/01/2026 |
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| Next 3 days | 21.6 cm | |
| Depths | Upper piste depth | 165 cm |
| Lower piste depth | 115 cm | |
| Snow conditions | Snow quality | New snow |
| Lifts | Lifts open | 149 out of 159 |
| Resort opening date | Sat 22 Nov 2025 | |
| Resort closing date | Sun 03 May 2026 |
Updated 22/01
A promising week is in store for the French Alps, as the freezing line prepares to take a long walk off a short pier and plummet to finish off the week, as unsettled weather moves in at the same time. Snowfall already falling over the Alps will therefore being to reach lower slopes over the course of Thursday.
Friday will dawn cold as the freezing line hits 500m, and whilst it will recover over the course of the day it won’t climb too far above 1,500m. Snow will begin with flurries throughout the afternoon, then will continue for much of this forecast period. Around half-a-foot will fall over each of Saturday, Sunday and Monday, before the taps open on Tuesday and around 2ft of snowfall could be expected across higher ground – the freezing line will climb to 2,000m thereby limiting this snowfall across lower slopes, before falling again as Tuesday draws to a close.
This snow will fall on a persistent weak layer avalanche problem that has already caused havoc across the French Alps in previous weeks; expect the avalanche risk to climb considerably over this period. Check your local avalanche forecast and plan off piste and backcountry travel carefully.
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Our Reps will be in resort between 3 January and 27 March 2026, skiing six days a week – Reps’ day off/changeover day is Saturday in this resort. Log your upcoming trip to Méribel now via the “My Trips” function on the Ski Club App to let your Rep know when you’ll be in resort. View contact details, meeting times & points, and social hour details now.
Like the line in a Bob Dylan song, "My Heart's in the Highlands". I started walking in the Scottish Highlands from a young age before taking up skiing in my mid 30s and becoming instantly hooked. I have skied with family and friends in many parts of Europe with a few detours to the Rockies. Now, as a retired GP, I can indulge my passion for the hills, whether on skis, skins or foot. When not up high, I can be found refereeing football on the Bristol Downs, playing bridge or tending my allotment, all to the soundtrack of the 2016 Nobel Laureate.
I completed the repping course in December 2022 having been a ski club member for around 10 years, mainly skiing in Val d'isere where I've skied with some really great people and made some good friends. I started skiing in 1986/7 when I did a season in Val d'isere working in Dicks T Bar having never skied before I turned up looking for a job followed by a season in Meribel for a tour company. I've been lucky to have skied in many resorts around Europe including Val d'isere, 3 valleys, Zermatt and La Grave being some of my favourites and are looking forward to skiing with ski club members in some new resorts. In the early 2000s me and my wife Kathryn worked for Silver Ski for 2 seasons running a chalet without ending in divorce. To keep fit I enjoy cycling both road and mountain and playing golf and walking with my cocker spaniel in and around the North Yorkshire dales and moors close to where I live.
I started skiing at 4, being passionate about it ever since! I did 11 seasons when younger, starting from a Chamonix mountain restaurant, then repping and guiding, leading to 6 seasons as an instructor with European and New Zealand ski schools. I’ve returned to skiing work after retiring as an occupational therapist. My hobbies are hiking with husband and friends, travelling, fitness classes, Zumba, tennis and sailing. I love nothing more than being in the mountains, and sharing fun skiing (plus eating/drinking!) experiences with like-minded people, discovering the best snow and runs together. I look forward to meeting and skiing with you in resort!
My life has been pretty chaotic but skiing has been the one consistent thing. My mother took us to Alpbach in The Tyrol to learn to ski. Since then I have skied all over Europe, North America and Australia. The winter is pretty much back to back skiing as a Leader for Ski Club (since 2008), with The Army protocol team, and family and friends. In the other months I reluctantly garden and train the dogs and head for the hills or French sunshine. My grown up children now ski faster and better than me but I still have more stamina than them. I took up touring in 2014, and love the peace and challenge. Snow and fitness allowing I hope to do more.
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