Méribel has a lot to offer the more experienced mountain bike rider with a broad selection of downhill and Enduro or cross country trails.
Red MTB Trails
More technically challenging riding for intermediate mountain bike riders
Downhill trails in Meribel
Tougnete Rocket
Trail no.14 starts from the top of the Tougnete chair lift at 2,434m and is 4.7km long with a descent of 520m. The trail is above the tree-line where you'll get some great views of the valley below.
Forest Jump
Trail no.19 starts from the mid-station of the Tougnete lifts, rejoining a green trail right at the bottom which brings you back to the bottom of the lift. It's 2.3km long and descends 380m through through the trees.
Les Combes
Trail no.8 also starts from the top of the Tougnete lift and is 8km long and descends 700m.
Les Granges
Trail no.9 starts from mid way up the Tougnete lift and follows the same route as red no.11 and black no.6 at the beginning. Head right and right again, and the trail snakes down through the trees for 4.6km, descending 500m, and rejoins the bottom of the Tougnete lift.
Les Allues
Trail no.11 follows red trail no.9 and black trail no.6 at the beginning and then forks off to the right from the black trail and then shortly after, left from red trail no.9. This trail ends in Les Allues so you'll need to pick up the bus to get back up into Méribel centre.
Enduro trails
Les Cretes
Trail no.21 is the longest red trail in the Méribel valley at 13km. You start off on blue trail no.20 (Blue Line) at the top of the Tougnete lift and fork left towards the top of Le Verdet at 2,294m. From here you follow the Roc de Fer ridge line up and over and then down through the trees into Les Allues. From here you can get the bus connection back up into Méribel. Please note this trail is shared with walkers.
Route de l'Eau
Trail no.2 starts from part way along the blue downhill trail (Bellevue no.18) which you can access from mid way up the Pas du Lac lift, and then forks left back towards the bottom of the lift. It's 9.5km long and descends 540m.
Les Grands Numéros
Trail no.15 starts from the top of the Pas du Lac lift at 2,739m. It's only 3.7km long with 44m of climbing and 583m of descent and the trail is also shared with walkers. At the end of this trail you can either join the blue Bellevue trail or black trail Cote 2000.
What to see
Sights in Meribel
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Musée des Allues
Exhibits of the history and traditions of the Meribel valley and surrounding area
The museum in Les Allues is located in an old house the 'Maison Bonnevie', opposite the church and shows exhibits of the Méribel valley's history and traditions.
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Vanoise National Park
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Meribel
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Le Cookie's Club Restaurant
Mountain restaurant with a sunny terrace, easily accessible on skis or a snowboard
Ideal for skiers on the go, Cookie’s Club serves generous international dishes, sweet treats and sunny terrace vibes - all in a prime ski-in/ski-out location.
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Tsaretta Restaurant
Open all year round bar, restaurant and live music venue, in the heart of Les Allues
Located in a traditional stone village house, this British-run bar/restaurant is the centre of nightlife in Les Allues. A dozen pizzas are on offer, including the popular l’Anglaise (mozzarella, tomato, smoked bacon, sausage, mushrooms and egg) or the Orientale (hoisin sauce, shredded duck and spring onion). You can also ‘bespoke’ your pizza by adding or subtracting your own ingredients.
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Aux Petits Oignons restaurant
Fantastic, great value restaurant just above the town centre towards the Altiport.
Owners Sarah Mundy and Eric Gelin have turned this restaurant into a popular eating place and a heart of Méribel social life. Aux Petits Oignons is open all year round and has a reputation for great food and drinks at fair prices and a warm, relaxed atmosphere.
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La Terrasse la Brasserie du Village
Popular après-ski bar and restaurant close to the pistes with international cuisine
La Terrasse, nestled in the heart of Méribel Village just 100m from the Golf chairlift and at the base of the Lapin piste, is open all year round - even during inter-seasons. Book your table online via the “Check website” button above and enjoy lunch, après-ski, or dinner on the heated terrace or in their cosy dining room, whatever the weather.
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L'Adray Telebar Restaurant
Charming mountain restaurant with traditional Savoyard flavours and sunny terrace
Immerse yourself in the warm and authentic world of their restaurant Le Télébar, a true tribute to traditional Savoyard cuisine. Here, they invite you to discover homemade dishes, carefully prepared using local and quality ingredients.
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Barometer Bar and Restaurant
Contemporary restaurant, pizzeria and bar in the centre of Méribel
Located at the heart of the Three Valleys, Barometer Bar offers a warm, vibrant, and stylish setting with a truly international atmosphere. Whether you’re visiting Méribel for skiing, sightseeing, or simply to unwind, this bar and restaurant provides the perfect place to relax, enjoy great food, and soak up the lively alpine energy. Open every day, Barometer is famous for serving some of the best pizzas in town, alongside a menu inspired by both French and Italian cuisine.
What to do
Things To Do in Meribel
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Snowshoe walks
Snowshoe walks for all abilities
Strap on your snowshoes and discover the Meribel trails with a qualified instructor.
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Telemark ski lessons
Private telemark lessons for all levels
Learn one of the oldest and most elegant forms of skiing with the French ski school this winter.
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Adaptive ski lessons
Adaptive skiing with the official French ski school
Skiing is for everyone and everyone should be able to enjoy the mountains. The official French ski school offer adaptive lessons with specialist instructors for a variety of disabilities.
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Biathlon lessons
Private and group biathlon lessons for all levels
Escape the busy slopes this winter and get a biathlon lesson!
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Cross-country skiing
5 or 6 day cross-country skiing course
Why not try a new activity this winter and learn how to cross-country ski!
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Women's mountain biking courses and guiding
Two days women specific courses and groups and mountain bike hire
For girls who want to go mountain biking in women's specific groups, or for those who wish to develop their skills with advice from mountain bike guides, Fast Riding People mountain bike school offers guiding and courses.
