Discover the latest Meribel lift opening and closing dates
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The extensive network of Meribel lifts are open both summer and winter.
The world's largest ski area, this 600km network of ski runs is the number one destination for snow lovers from across the globe, and its impressive lift system includes a whopping 183 lifts to get you around this vast domaine.
Weather and snow conditions permitting, you can usually ski in Meribel from December to April using the lift system. Naturally, the season can be extended, typically with weekend openings in November or by ski-touring and hiking yourself up.
Season start and end dates may vary slightly as they are dependent on snow conditions. There may be a reduced ski area in operation if snow cover is insufficient or due to early/late season ramp up/down.
Lift area
Opening
Closing
Courchevel area
5 December 2025
19 April 2026
Courchevel Moriond (1650)
6 December 2025
12 April 2026
Courchevel La Tania
6 December 2025
12 April 2026
Meribel area Brides les Bains
6 December 2025 13 December 2025
17 April 2026 10 April 2026
Val Thorens area
22 November 2025
3 May 2026
Three Valleys linked area
6 December 2025
17 April 2026
Ski season dates in Meribel 2025 - 2026
The lifts usually open at 09:00, and start to close around 16:20 (the time varies for each lift). From February onward the lifts stay open for a further half hour. You can find the exact closing times for each main lift at the lift stations.
Take a look at our website for this year's ski lift pass prices, keep an eye on live lift status and discover maps to find your way around the pistes. Plus you can read more about the ski lift system in Meribel and the variety of winter activities you can do on your visit.
Summer season dates in Meribel
When are the lifts open in Meribel?
During the summer months the lift-system is more restricted than in winter, but still offers fantastic mountain access to hikers, bikers and selfie-takers. Not all lifts are open every day of the week and times may vary, check locally before setting off.
Lift area
Opening
Closing
Courchevel area
5 July
30 August
Meribel area
5 July
30 August*
Val Thorens area
5 July
28 August
St Martin and Les Menuires** area
4 July
28 August
Summer season dates in Meribel 2026
*Pas du Lac lift is closed every Saturday.
**Pointe de la Masse Gondola is closed on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
Lift
Opening
Closing
Verdons
09:30 closed Saturdays
16:40
Saulire
09:30 closed Saturdays
16:30
Le Praz
09:30 closed Saturdays
16:45
La Tania
09:30 to12:30 closed Saturdays
13:30 to 16:45
Summer lift times in Courchevel
Lift
Opening
Closing
Tougnete 1
09:30
16:30
Tougnete 2
09:40
16:30
Pas du Lac 1 and 2
09:30 closed Saturdays
16:30
Summer lift times in Meribel
Lift
Opening
Closing
Cairn-Caron
10:00 closed weekends
15:10
Caron
10:15 closed weekends
15:30
Moutière
10:00 closed weekends
16:00
Summer lift times in Val Thorens
Lift
Opening
Closing
Roc 1
09:30 to 12:45 closed Mondays and Fridays
13:30 to 16:30
Bruyeres 1
09:30 to 12:45 closed Thursdays and weekends
13:30 to 16:30
St Martin 1
09:30 to 12:45 closed Mondays and Fridays
13:30 to 16:30
St Martin Express
09:30 to 12:45 closed Mondays and Fridays
13:30 to 16:30
Speed Mountain
10:30 to 12:45
13:30 to 19:00
Summer lift times in St Martin and Les Menuires
Please note: all dates and times are subject to change due to adverse weather and events. You can keep an eye on live lift status and visit our maps page to find your way around.
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