Mountain refuge, awarded the Méribel Label, located at La Traie (1650m) above Les Allues
Refuge du Christ
Mountain refuge in Meribel with 13 beds located above Les Allues
Access by foot or snowshoes, from Le Villard (1hr/1hr30), from Les Ravines car park (2hrs/2hrs30) or off-piste skiing from Roc de Fer, via La Lune pass.
N 45° 25’ 46.329’’/E 6° 31’ 54.5478’’.
Refuge with all modern conveniences - unique in les 3 Vallées – open for lunch or dinner and a night in a cosy bed. Exceptional panoramic view over the Mont-Blanc, Grand Casse, Grand Bec, Burgin peak, and Mont-Vallon.
- 13 beds with 2 dormitories (4 and 5 pers.) and 2 two-bedded rooms.
- Traditional cuisine, Savoyard specialties, wine list.
- Private evenings available.
- Sledge descent to Le VIllard.
- Open every day. Out of season, open on request.
Booking recommended
Things to do nearby
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Rafting In The Alps
Half and full day white water rafting for all abilities from eight years-old
White water rafting is accessible to all who love the natural environment and who are in search of a bit of adventure. These excursions will leave you with some unforgettable memories.
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Cross-country skiing
5 or 6 day cross-country skiing course
Cross-country skiing is a good way to stay active and explore Méribel’s winter trails. Qualified instructors offer group lessons for beginners and those looking to improve their technique, with the choice of classic and skating styles. Lessons help you build confidence, develop your skills and enjoy skiing away from the downhill pistes.
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Hydrospeeding
Half-day white water swimming/hydrospeeding. This is fast, fun and unforgettable
This activity is accessible to those comfortable in water, no need to be a professional diver or swimmer, you just have to be smart at using the water movements, obstacles and waves.
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Telemark ski lessons
Private telemark lessons for all levels
Private telemark lessons offer the opportunity to discover or improve your skills in this traditional style of skiing. Suitable for different ability levels, lessons are tailored to your experience and goals, with guidance from qualified instructors. Whether you're new to telemark or looking to refine your technique, you can develop your skills at your own pace.
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Biathlon lessons
Private biathlon lessons for all levels
Biathlon combines cross-country skiing and rifle shooting, offering a different way to enjoy the mountains. Suitable for beginners, these private lessons introduce you to both disciplines with guidance from qualified instructors. You'll develop your skiing skills, practise your aim and concentration, and experience the challenge of switching between physical effort and precision shooting.
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Adaptive ski lessons
Adaptive skiing with the official French ski school
Adaptive ski lessons offer people with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy skiing with support tailored to their needs and abilities. With specialist instructors, lessons are adapted to your experience, mobility and objectives, helping you build confidence and make the most of your time on the slopes. Whether you're trying skiing for the first time or looking to improve, individual tuition provides guidance suited to you.
Restaurants nearby
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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.
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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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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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La Fruitière Restaurant
Fine dining on the slopes and part of the famous Folie Douce complex
This restaurant is ideally situated right on the slopes of Meribel at the Saulire Express mid station with easy access from the Maudit and Biche pistes. La Fruitière serves some of the best food to be had on the slopes with their dishes lovingly prepared by Franck Mischler, Maître Cuisinier de France.
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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.
Sights nearby
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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 
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.
Lifts/Pistes nearby
Ski Lifts/Areas & Skipass Offices in Meribel
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Meribel Village Ski Pass Office
Lift Pass office in Meribel village next to the Telesiege du Golf
Situated in the heart of Meribel Village next to the Telesiege du Golf chairlift lies the lift pass office.
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Brides Les Bains Ski Pass Office
Lift Pass office at the Telecabine de L'Olympe in Brides Les Bains
Situated at the Telecabine de L'Olympe and open everyday in the winter season you can pick up your Meribel or '3 Valleys' ski pass from this lift pass office.
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Altiport Ski Pass Office
Lift Pass office located at the Meribel Altiport
Located at the hub of the Meribel Altiport, near to the Altiport chairlift and at the top of the Morel chairlift.
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Le Rond Point Ski Pass Office
Lift Pass Office at the Rond Point next to the ESF meeting point
At this lift pass office you can get your lift passes, pedestrian passes, piste maps and more.
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Telecabine de Tougnette (La Chaudanne) Ski Pass Office
Lift Pass Office in the Telecabine de Tougnette building
Located right at the bottom of the slopes in the Telecabine de Tougnete building in the La Chaudanne central lift station area.
Read more about Telecabine de Tougnette (La Chaudanne) Ski Pass Office
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Meribel-Mottaret Le Hameau Ski Pass Office
Newly renovated lift pass office at the Le Hameau Residence
Warmer and more friendly for customers, you can buy your Skipass in this pleasant environment.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Meribel
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Les Allues 
Les Allues
A traditional Savoyard village linked by a gondola to Méribel at 1,100m
Les Allues is a charming traditional Savoyard village just a short gondola ride from Méribel. It offers a genuine Alpine atmosphere with a mix of chalets, apartments and essential amenities. Ski access is good, though the return run may close early in the season. It’s perfect if you want a peaceful stay close to the slopes with authentic village life.
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Méribel Village 
Méribel Village
A traditional quiet village hamlet of Méribel at 1,400m altitude
Méribel Village is a small, traditional hamlet of chalets and converted barns and is a popular destination for those who prefer a tranquil, village atmosphere.
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Brides Les Bains 
Brides Les Bains
A spa town at 600m at the bottom of the Méribel Valley, linked to Méribel by a gondola lift
Brides-les-Bains is a bustling spa town at 600 metres down at the bottom of the valley, linked with Méribel by the Olympe gondola lift. This valley town offers a decent range of accommodation at a fraction of the price of the Méribel resorts.
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Méribel 
Méribel
The largest and most widely known part of the Méribel resort at 1,450m - 1,700m
Méribel is the biggest and best known village in the valley with the widest selection of bars, restaurants and shops. Famous for its picture postcard chalets and chalet style apartment buildings and hotels, Méribel has retained all the charm of a traditional mountain village with its wood and stone buildings and forest setting. Fast, modern ski lifts offer easy access to the Méribel valley ski area (150km of pistes) and the three Valleys (600km of pistes).
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La Tania 
La Tania
A small traffic-free family resort at 1,400m in between Courchevel and Meribel.
La Tania is a small, family-friendly resort known for its traffic-free centre and charming wood-clad buildings. Sitting between Courchevel and Méribel, it offers easy access to the Trois Vallées ski area and a relaxed, good-value atmosphere. Perfect for those seeking a quieter, welcoming ski holiday.
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Mottaret 
Mottaret
A ski-in/ski-out purpose built part of the Méribel resort at 1750m altitude
Méribel-Mottaret is a purpose-built resort dating from the 1970s. It shares Méribel’s chalet-style architecture but most of its accommodation is in the form of large apartment blocks and hotels. The resort is mostly car-free and much of the accommodation is ski-in, ski-out. It has a good selection of shops, services, bars and restaurants.
