Picture it, at altitude amongst the peaks, way above the clouds, the sky is a dazzling blue…the birds sing their melodies, the sun bathes the treetops in light, the days are getting longer… you can almost taste the freshness of the air.

So what better way to savour this sweet life than skiing?

To make the most of every moment, our experts have put together the ideal programme, taking you from breakfast until the very last ray of sunshine

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Where to ski in the morning in Méribel?

9am-midday: The best snow conditions at altitude

8 a.m; you awake to the sunlight filtering through the shutters of your mountain haven ☀️.

After a trip to the bakery for a delicious breakfast, you’re ready to make the most of this sunny day!

You just need to step outside to access the world’s largest ski area. So, where to start?

You can also enjoy an exceptional panorama from the summit of Mont Vallon, the highest point in the valley. Up there, take a moment to admire the surrounding peaks and glaciers before setting off on one of its stunning red runs.

👉🏾 Psst! Don’t hesitate to check our webcams for a better view of the resort!

Where to ski in the afternoon in 3 Vallées ?

3.30-5pm:  First tracks, last lifts!

Continue to follow the sun as its gentle rays warm the West facing slopes of the Saulire and the Col de la Loze. There is so much choice, of long, wide runs.

💪🏾 For those looking for challenge why not try the red George Mauduit from the top of Saulire, at mid station you can cross to the blue run, down the Altiport and all the way down to the bottom of the Lapin run to complete a descent of nearly 1300m. Or for those seeking a more leisurely afternoon the trees on the side of the Alitport offer delicious shade.

Finally, to end your day of skiing on a high note, Blandine, entertainment project manager, shares her secret for admiring a sky of a thousand colours above the peaks:

So… Happy?

See you soon in the heart of Les 3 Vallées ☀️!

To soften the blow of the return from your summer holidays, we invite you to think ahead to your next ski holiday!

❄️It’s official: Méribel looks forward to seeing you on December 7, 2024 with your skis back on!

Like every year, winter brings its share of new features. The heart of the 3 Vallées is getting ready to offer you an exceptional skiing experience, and much more besides! There’s a whole host of surprises in store for you, from the slopes to accommodation and some special new events.… 👀

So get ready for a winter full of magic and new experiences!

We can’t wait to see you again and to share the adventure of a new season with you.

We hope to see you very soon on the slopes! 👋🏼

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From 5th to 6th  July 2025, don’t miss a brand new experience: the Game Over festival is coming to Méribel, in the heart of the mountains. This event dedicated to virtual worlds and video games will host exhibitors from all over France at the resort’s Olympic Park.

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The word from Blandine, event project manager at Méribel Tourism

“The idea of organizing the Game Over Festival in Méribel came from the desire to offer an innovative theme for the opening of the summer season. The rise of e-sports attracts families, but not only them! Video game and pop culture enthusiasts can gather in an exceptional setting in the heart of the mountains, and mountain lovers will have the chance to discover the world of video games. It’s a fun opportunity to go on a sunny hike outdoors followed by a session in a paragliding simulator!“

This winter has given us unforgettable moments. Thanks to the hard work of everyone involved in the resort, a varied programme of cultural, musical, sporting and gastronomic events has given pleasure to our visitors of all ages.

The adventure continues! 🎉

To round off the 2024-25 season in style, the resort is going the extra mile to offer you a memorable end to the winter.

Conditions are great for a memorable end to the winter season. There’s plenty to do in April to delight everyone, whether you’re holidaying with your family, partner or friends.

So, don’t wait, come to Méribel and be the last to enjoy the ski slopes.

After three successful editions, Méribel Tourisme invites you to experience the theatrical performances of La Comédie des Alpes during the Coup de Théâtre evenings, as well as exciting improv matches.

And for the Jazz Variation concerts, let yourself be captivated by the rhythm of jazz notes performed by renowned musicians.

The concept of Jazz Variations is to showcase jazz in its many forms, inviting audiences to discover or rediscover its rich diversity.

To achieve this, four talented bands will perform on the auditorium stage, promising unforgettable evenings. The concerts will take place from 9 PM to 10:30 PM.

📅 When? Every Thursday from January 2 to 23, 2025, from 9 PM to 10:30 PM.
📍 Where? 27 Place Maurice Front – Auditorium – Méribel Centre.
🎟️ Tickets: €12 online reservation; €20 on-site (card payments only).

La Comédie des Alpes is a theatre company based in Savoie.

Made up of around fifteen actors, the troupe travels across Savoie with director Thomas Caruso Aragona. For our greatest pleasure, they will be in Méribel to present several plays, both funny and heartwarming.

📅 When? Thursdays, March 20 and 27, 2025, from 9 PM to 10:30 PM.

📍 Where? 27 Place Maurice Front – Auditorium – Méribel Centre

🎟️ Prices: €12 online reservation ; €15 on-site (card payments only)

So… Let the show begin!

When nature inspires art :

Ever since she was a child, Sandrine Orisio has been fascinated by mountain flowers, animals found in the forest and other wonders that surround us. Representing the environment, which is at the heart of her art, is an expressive way of conveying messages that are both ecological and humanist.

How does nature influence your artistic expression?

Sandrine : I paint trees, animals… to show that this is what is important. The things that surround us are my testimony. In my paintings, I work a lot on all the elements of nature which, in my opinion, have retained a pure aspect. On the other hand, I don’t paint people. I depict man as a stick figure because I feel that our understanding of the earth has not evolved. We are both creators and destroyers of what surrounds us.

Ecology is clearly important to you, it’s a message you want to convey in your work. But are there others?

Sandrine : Yes, humanist messages. Paying attention to the environment and loving everything around us, without making distinctions. And most importantly, we mustn’t forget where we come from. Comfort and modernity run the risk of making us lose our deepest essence, which is Mother Earth. It may sound a little naive to talk about it like that, but for me it’s the crux, the core of all life.

Travelling as a source of inspiration :

The artist has also travelled extensively. Each of her expeditions has helped to shape her personal development, as well as that of her art.

You have mentioned some of the things that inspire you: nature, your inner balance, your travels… what other sources of inspiration are reflected in your art?

Sandrine : I’ve travelled a lot in my life, and I’m also a sort of shaman. I have my outer journeys, to the other side of the planet, and my inner journeys that nourish my painting through colours that are rich in visions. Everything is possible! I can create without logic, mixing styles without any barriers. I give myself total freedom. Above all, each colour has a vibration. They nourish the creator and the viewer, who will feel an emotion. For me that’s the whole point of painting: to make people feel something.

What journeys have left a lasting impression on you?? 

Sandrine : The first major trip I made was to China, and for a long time it was a source of inspiration in the overall vision of my life as an artist. Then there was a recurring trip to Patagonia in Argentina. Over there, I learnt to look more closely, because there is very little vegetation due to the semi-arid climate. So as soon as there’s a plant or a tree, it takes on greater proportions. This has led me to explore our surroundings in greater depth. More recently, Mexico!  That’s where I found my colours: red, yellow…

Explore Sandrine’s artistic world further by taking part in “Sandrine’s Workshops” from Monday to Friday, 3.30pm to 6.30pm, in the auditorium hall. 

The Tour de France in Méribel: the perfect opportunity to experience the excitement of this cycling competition in the heart of the Alps. The riders will take to the mountain roads, with the legendary Col de la Loze in their sights. 🚴‍♂️

Whether you’re a cycling enthusiast, a nature lover or simply looking for a unique experience, this event is not to be missed.

In this article, you’ll find all the practical information you need to prepare for the event: how to attend the stage, specific parking constraints, the best spots to watch the riders, where to stay and much more.

Get ready for an unforgettable day at the heart of the Tour de France action.

You are now ready to experience all the excitement of the Tour de France in Méribel. You’ve got all the practical information you need to attend this event as it passes through the resort.

Join us on site and let your applause resound as you cheer on the riders on the final climb.

If you can’t be there in person, we hope you’ll follow this historic stage from your television screen or smartphone.

May this day, 19 July 2023, remain etched in your memories! 🚴‍♂️

It’s a time for discovery, escape and relaxation in the heart of unspoilt nature. But that’s not all: it’s also a period rich in events and activities to liven up the sunny days.

In Méribel, summer is an explosion of joy, a symphony of laughter and an invitation to discovery. Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation or entertainment, you’ll find what you’re looking for in our tailor-made programme, designed to suit all tastes, ages and interests.

Winter may be over, but its memories remain engraved in our minds.

We laughed, sang, danced and enjoyed every moment of this winter season in Méribel. Together, we experienced moments of happiness, excitement, sharing and profound emotions.

So join us in reliving the best moments of a magical winter in Méribel.

THE CULTURAL INTERLUDES

This ski season at Méribel was indubitably a success. Great snow conditions, memorable cultural and sporting events, sunny days on the slopes and unforgettable moments with family and friends.

We all had the chance to experience some magical moments and create memories that we won’t ever forget.

Thank you, passionate skiers and mountain lovers, for your energy and loyalty.

Now it’s time to say goodbye to our snowy mountains. But it’s only an ‘au revoir’, because next winter we’ll have the chance to restart our love affair with snow, create new memories and experience new adventures.

See you soon, in the heart of the 3 Valleys! 👋🏾

Are you looking forward to the pure mountain air and the spring sunshine? Do you feel like relaxing at altitude and recharging your batteries before the summer period?

Then join the two weeks of Zen Altitude in Méribel. A tailor-made programme designed by Méribel Tourisme’s Animation and Tourist Events department in collaboration with the valley’s professional groups.

How did you go about organising this event?

With my colleagues of the Tourist Animation and Events Department of the Méribel Tourist Office (and especially Blandine Rety, in charge of the events project), we have been working on this new winter edition for several months. The aim is to recontact strong partners who have already participated in previous years. It is often the yoga teachers and massage professionals who respond first, as they are already in a Zen dynamic throughout the season here. At the same time, we are trying to encourage other players to take advantage of this fortnight to offer vegetarian and detox menus or reduced entry prices for their relaxation areas.

In order to have a rich and varied programme, there is a lot of contact (face to face, by email or by phone).

Once the partners have been identified and the sequence of workshops has been established, it is time to communicate. We would like the workshops to be full. To do this, we have produced flyers and posters in conjunction with our communications department, and we have drafted information sheets to be added to our website and to the Coup de Coeur. I even promote it on the radio R’Méribel. Then word of mouth always works very well on the resort. Many people, especially locals and seasonal workers, are looking forward to the Zen programme!

And this famous programme, you can tell me about it?

This year, a great programme is on the way. The workshops are all centred around taking time out and allowing yourself to reconnect with nature and your inner self. Moreover, most of them take place in enchanting settings: Lake Tueda, the Plan de Tueda Nature Reserve Centre, the Altiport forest, the Saulire mid station’s relaxation chalet, the snow front. Other activities take place in the Mottaret hall or in the auditorium.

I imagine that Zen Altitude also means a strong mobilisation of local professionals and your partners…

Yes, it is. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the partners and the socio-professionals who are involved in this event. Our collaborations are precious. So a big thank you to the Folie Douce for their dance initiation, to the Restaurant La Terrasse for its relaxation menu, to the restaurant le Clos Bernard for its well-being menu, to the Hotel Spa de l’AlpenRuitor for its special offers and to the Abreuvoir for its detox cocktail.

Moreover, this year Bonneval is a partner of the Zen Altitude. For example, you will find water tasting areas in the tourist offices.

These are the main topics of Les Sommets, a professional event which will be held for a seventh time from 3 to 5 April 2023. In the form of conferences and workshops, business leaders are invited to question themselves about the company of the future and to draw inspiration from well-known figures from rich and varied professional backgrounds.

To be more in keeping with its name, this year the organisers have decided to go yet higher and set up camp in the heart of the 3 Vallées, in Méribel.

Supporting business leaders in their thinking about the future

In a world where everything is changing rapidly, how should we rethink a company’s priorities, mission and philosophy? How can we adapt to new ways of working (such as remote working and hybrid employment) and how can we predict them? How can we continue to produce in the current economic and ecological context? And what do these changes mean for the notion of leadership?

How must companies and their staff transform themselves so they continue to exist in the coming years?  To which values should they adhere, which contradictions will they encounter, and how will they manage to overcome them?

If you are interested in participating in Les Sommets in Méribel, here is the programme in detail:

• Monday 3 April at 12:00: cocktail reception
• Monday 3 April from 14:30 to 18:00: conferences
• Monday 3 April at 18:30: networking on the lift pitch
• Monday 3 April from 20:00: opening dinner
• Tuesday 4 April from 8:30 to 12:00 conferences
• Tuesday 4 April at 12:00 fondue party on the snow
• Tuesday 4 April from 14:00 to 16:00: outdoor or indoor workshops such as introduction to biathlon or personalised senior management workshop
• Tuesday 4 April at 16:00: conferences resume
• Tuesday 4 April at 19:00: special Les Sommets evening
• Wednesday 5 April from 9:30 to 12:30: outdoor conferences and brunch
• Wednesday 5 April at 13.30: closing of Les Sommets and a final time to spend together.