The Vertical Race is an endurance event in which only the ascent is timed on a groomed track. Depending on age category, racers cover an altitude difference of 300 to 1000 m. The start is grouped, with all participants starting at the same time.

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  • Opening periods Saturday 13 December 2025 between 9 am and 12.30 pm.

    Ceremonial schedule between 1 pm and 1.30 pm.



    Subject to favorable weather.
  • Location Front de neige de Mottaret - Front de neige - Méribel - Mottaret - Méribel - 73550
  • Prices Full price: 10 €.
  • Methods of payment Bank/credit card
  • Spoken languages English, French
  • Complementary reception Please note that the race route is subject to change depending on snow conditions.
  • Reservation Tel : +33 (0)4 79 00 50 90
  • Additional reservation Online registration on the FFME website or on site just before the race. Numbers can be collected from the Méribel Mottaret Tourist Office.

  • Clients Reserved for experts/confirmed
  • Environment Mountain location, Ski resort
  • Age group from 16 to 77 years old
  • Pets allowed No

Location

  • Address Front de neige, 73550 Méribel

Information updated on 11/25/2025.

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