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 | 2.6 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.2 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.4 cm | 0.9 cm | 0.8 cm | 1 cm | 0.6 cm | 2 cm | 2.4 cm | 0.5 cm | 0.5 cm | 0.7 cm |
| Max temp | -7.2°c | -6.8°c | -8.1°c | -4.5°c | -4.4°c | -6.7°c | -0.3°c | -0.3°c | -4.4°c | -1°c | -1°c | -3.8°c | 2°c | 2°c | -1.8°c | 1.7°c | 1.7°c | -2.5°c | 1.1°c | 1.1°c | -2.5°c | -0.2°c | -0.2°c | -2.9°c | -1.5°c | -1.5°c | -4°c | -2.6°c | -2.6°c | -5.4°c |
| Min temp | -10°c | -8.1°c | -9.1°c | -8.4°c | -6.7°c | -8°c | -6°c | -4.4°c | -5.9°c | -6.1°c | -3.8°c | -4.9°c | -4.5°c | -1.8°c | -3.6°c | -4.3°c | -2.5°c | -4.4°c | -4.9°c | -2.5°c | -3.7°c | -4.4°c | -2.9°c | -4.1°c | -4.8°c | -4°c | -5.2°c | -6.7°c | -5.4°c | -6.3°c |
| Feels like temp | -16.3°c | -12.6°c | -13°c | -12.8°c | -9.2°c | -11.4°c | -6°c | -0.3°c | -4.4°c | -6.1°c | -1°c | -3.8°c | -4.5°c | 1.8°c | -1.8°c | -4.3°c | 1.5°c | -2.5°c | -4.9°c | 1°c | -2.5°c | -4.4°c | -0.2°c | -2.9°c | -4.8°c | -1.5°c | -7.4°c | -10.4°c | -2.6°c | -5.4°c |
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| Snow expected | 2.6 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.2 cm |
| Max temp | -7.2°c | -6.8°c | -8.1°c |
| Min temp | -10°c | -8.1°c | -9.1°c |
| Feels like temp | -16.3°c | -12.6°c | -13°c |
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| Snow expected | 0.2 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -4.5°c | -4.4°c | -6.7°c |
| Min temp | -8.4°c | -6.7°c | -8°c |
| Feels like temp | -12.8°c | -9.2°c | -11.4°c |
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| Snow expected | 2.1 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.3 cm | 0.4 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0.1 cm | 0.1 cm | 0 cm | 0.5 cm |
| Max temp | 0.5°c | 1°c | -0.4°c | 2°c | 2.6°c | -0.1°c | 6°c | 6°c | 1.6°c | 5.8°c | 5.9°c | 2.5°c | 8.8°c | 8.9°c | 4.6°c | 9.3°c | 9.3°c | 4.4°c | 8.7°c | 8.8°c | 4.5°c | 7.4°c | 7.4°c | 4°c | 6°c | 6°c | 2.7°c | 4.5°c | 4.7°c | 1.5°c |
| Min temp | -1.8°c | -0.4°c | -2°c | -2.3°c | -0.1°c | -2°c | -1.2°c | 1.6°c | 0.8°c | 0°c | 2.5°c | 1.1°c | 0.6°c | 4.6°c | 2.5°c | 1.4°c | 4.4°c | 2.2°c | 1.4°c | 4.5°c | 3.2°c | 2.3°c | 4°c | 2.6°c | 1.6°c | 2.7°c | 1°c | -0.2°c | 1.5°c | 0.7°c |
| Feels like temp | -1.8°c | -2.4°c | -0.4°c | -2.3°c | 1.8°c | -0.1°c | -1.2°c | 5.4°c | 1.4°c | 0°c | 5.3°c | 2.3°c | 0.5°c | 8.2°c | 4.2°c | 1.2°c | 8.6°c | 4°c | 1.2°c | 8°c | 4.1°c | 2.1°c | 5.8°c | 3.7°c | 1.5°c | 5.6°c | 2.5°c | -0.2°c | 4.1°c | 1.4°c |
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| Snow expected | 2.1 cm | 0.2 cm | 0.3 cm |
| Max temp | 0.5°c | 1°c | -0.4°c |
| Min temp | -1.8°c | -0.4°c | -2°c |
| Feels like temp | -1.8°c | -2.4°c | -0.4°c |
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| Snow expected | 0.4 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | 2°c | 2.6°c | -0.1°c |
| Min temp | -2.3°c | -0.1°c | -2°c |
| Feels like temp | -2.3°c | 1.8°c | -0.1°c |
| Snowfall | Last Snowfall | 18/02/2026 |
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| Next 3 days | 0.7 cm | |
| Depths | Upper piste depth | 310 cm |
| Lower piste depth | 250 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 17/02
Strong snowfall continues into this week after last week’s incredible numbers – with the avalanche risk remaining very high as a result, with Level 4 (High) and Level 5 (Very High) dominating across the French Alps. Around 25cm of snowfall is coming down on Tuesday with flurries continuing into Wednesday, with cloud and obscured conditions in play. This will reach most elevations as the freezing line remains close to 1,000m throughout, taking a long walk off a short pier overnight as it hits sea level.
Another large snowfall is due on Thursday, continuing to bring excellent snow but maintaining this avalanche cycle – this new snow is sitting on a persistent weak layer dating from December that has been causing issues all winter, and remains a severe risk now.
Temperatures remain cold, with the freezing line holding fast at around 1,500m. This means that around 70cm of snowfall will hit upper slopes, with decent totals of 20cm reaching lower slopes, too.
Cloud clears – as does the snow – over Friday and into Saturday, meaning those of you still skiing may well experience amazing conditions now that this new loading of snow has had a chance to sinter and bind to the layers below; although with a persistent weak layer in play this will remain dangerous for some time.
Conditions take a marked turn towards spring, with sun during the day and cold temperatures overnight, creating a distinct freeze-thaw cycle.
Meet your Rep using the details below, or reach out to them using the contact number or via the Ski Club App.
Your Ski Club Reps are in resort for one reason only; to help you discover better skiing. They are your personal resort gurus, with years of experience skiing here and around the world, who will bring you and your fellow Members together to conquer the mountain! Stay up to date with everything in resort, find the best spots for an après beer, and ski to your hearts content.
Check out the weekly programme for details on where and how to find your Ski Club Rep, reach out to them using the contact numbers of via the Ski Club App, and register to let them know you’ll be in town using the form below.
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.
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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