Christmas in Meribel
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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).
The village lies on the side of the mountain and therefore receives plenty of sunshine. It stretches from 1,450m at the centre to 1,700m at the Altiport area. The village is relatively spread out and is composed of numerous areas, each with its own character. Some areas offer direct access to the slopes and all are well served by frequent, free buses.
Méribel centre/La Chaudanne Méribel is the largest and best known village in the valley, sitting between 1,450m and 1,700m and offering the widest choice of bars, restaurants and shops. Famous for its picture postcard chalets and traditional wood and stone buildings, it has kept the charm of an authentic mountain village while offering all the facilities you could want. The resort is well placed for sunshine and has fast, modern lifts that give you easy access to both the Méribel Valley’s 150km of pistes and the 600km across the Three Valleys.
The village is spread across several distinct areas, each with its own character, with some offering ski-in ski-out access and all linked by regular free buses. At its lively heart is Méribel Centre and La Chaudanne, home to the main ski lifts, ski school meeting points and nurseries for young children. You’ll also find the Olympic Centre here with an ice rink, swimming pool, spa, gym, climbing wall, bowling alley and even a nightclub. Accommodation ranges from private apartments to hotels and serviced apartment buildings, and if you want to make the most of the après-ski scene, this is where you’ll want to stay. Méribel offers all services including bars, restaurants, nightclubs, supermarkets, banks, bakeries, tourist office, post office, clothing and sports shops, estate agents, newsagents and interior design shops.
Mussillon is one of the valley’s original hamlets. Situated at the entrance to the resort, this area is made up of individual chalets, both old and new. This is an attractive area and intimate in feel. The town centre can be reached on foot in five to ten minutes, or you can use the free bus service to reach the slopes.
Le Plan du Moulin is just a short walk up from the town centre. Accommodation is mostly in apartment buildings.
La Renarde and Les Chalets are chic and tranquil areas offering beautiful private chalets, a few small apartment buildings and hotels. From here, you can easily walk to the main piste that runs through the resort.
Morel and Altitude 1600 lie on the road which leads from Méribel centre up to the Altiport. Accommodation is mostly 1960's style rental apartments with a few chalets. This area offers several shops: a supermarket, sports shops, bars, restaurants and a medical centre. The Morel chairlift links directly to the beginner Altiport pistes or you can take the free buses to the pistes.
Le Plateau and Le Rond Point is a lively area with its own shops, bars and restaurants. It is a good area for young families as it has an ESF Les Piou-Piou ski kindergarten. The slopes can be reached on foot or even on skis from the hotels and many apartment buildings. The hotel restaurants have beautiful sun terraces, ideal for a lazy lunch break.
Le Belvédère is at the top of the resort. This chic area was constructed for the 1992 Olympic Games and offers luxury chalets and hotels, many right on the main piste.
The Altiport is a separate area, located above the resort at 1,700m. Set in a protected forest, it enjoys an exceptional and peaceful natural environment. This area offers direct access to the pistes, the cross-country ski area, walking trails and, in summer, the 18-hole golf. Tourist flights can be taken from the little airfield in summer or winter. Apartment accommodation is ski-in, ski-out, and so is ideal for beginners and families. There is also one hotel with a restaurant and sports shop. The free bus service links with Méribel.
| Location | Km from Meribel | Best for |
| Meribel Centre | 0 | Being in the heart of everything |
| Meribel Village | 3.5 | village atmosphere five minutes drove from Meribel centre |
| Les Allues | 7 | Alpine year-round charming village, linked to the ski area |
| Meribel-Mottaret | 7.4 | Purpose built resort, large apartment residences, hotels and mostly car free |
| Brides-les-Bains | 13.5 | Spa town with more affordable accommodation and links to Meribel by cable car |
| Moûtiers | 17 | 20 minute drive to Meribel |
| La Tania | 7.6 | Purpose built resort with cheaper accomoodaiton options |
Events in Meribel
Events in Meribel
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New Year's Eve in Méribel
Celebrations start at 16:30 with simultaneous torchlight descents from ESF and fireworks in Méribel at la Chaudanne, in Méribel-Mottaret on the snow front, and in Méribel Village.
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Meribel Soundclash at La Taverne
A great outdoor disco party with a DJ battle! Everybody is welcome to party!
Sights & Attractions in Meribel
Sights in Meribel
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Musée des Allues
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.
Dining in Meribel
There is a wide variety of restaurants in Méribel centre to suit every taste, from gourmet fine dining to snack bars and everything in between.
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La Terrasse la Brasserie du Village
La Terrasse, located in the heart of Méribel Village, just 100m from the Golf chairlift and at the foot of the Lapin Piste, is open year-round, including inter-seasons. You can book your table online via the “Check website” button at the top of the page to enjoy a meal and drinks on the terrace or inside the restaurant, no matter the season.
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Tsaretta Spice restaurant
Méribel is one of the world’s premier ski resorts, offering everything one could want from the mountains, bar one thing… authentic Indian cuisine. Tsaretta Spice has fast become one of the most popular restaurants in the valley, taking the Méribel food scene by storm and is open from December until April every year.
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Le Cookie's Club Restaurant
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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Aux Petits Oignons restaurant
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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Barometer Bar and Restaurant
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.
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Tsaretta Restaurant
This fabulous restaurant reopened under new management and ownership for the winter after a major refurbishment and has had a fun packed and successful first few years. Open during the winter season and into the summer months this is a great place all year round.
Nightlife in Meribel
Nightlife in Méribel in the winter starts at après ski and carries on for as long as you can manage! For the night owls head to Sullys or try Jacks Bar where you'll find a mixture of live music and comedy nights in the winter, or more laid back dining and drinking in the summer.
Bars & Clubs in Meribel
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Barometer Bar and Restaurant
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.
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Tsaretta Bar
Welcome to Tsaretta, a unique bar, restaurant, and live music venue open all year round in Les Allues, Méribel. Combining incredible food, a vast selection of beers, wines, and cocktails, and some of the best live music in the Meribel valley, Tsaretta offers something for everyone under one roof.
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Lodge du Village Bar
The only place to be in Méribel Village! Lodge du Village (familiarly known as LDV) is one of the most popular party destinations in the Three Valleys.
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En Bord de Piste Bar
Perched right on the edge of the piste, En Bord de Piste Bar in Méribel is the perfect spot to unwind, whether you’ve been skiing all morning or simply want to soak up the alpine atmosphere.
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Aux Petits Oignons Bar
Since 2007, the friendly team at Aux Petits Oignons has been welcoming guests with warmth, good food, and a genuine Méribel spirit. Proudly part of the Méribel 1600 community, this year-round restaurant and bar is loved by locals and visitors alike for its relaxed atmosphere, great value, and home-cooked dishes made with care.
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Le Savoy Hotel Bar
Le Savoy Hotel Bar in Méribel is an elegant and inviting space that perfectly reflects the warm, refined, and colourful spirit of the hotel. Designed with the same aesthetic codes as the rooms and living areas, this iconic bar has become a must-visit destination for both travellers and locals alike. Its chic yet relaxed atmosphere makes it the ideal spot to unwind after a day on the slopes, whether for a quiet moment by the fire or a lively gathering with friends.
Things to do in Meribel
Activities include skiing, snowpark and fun areas, cross-country skiing, walking paths, ski touring, snowshoeing, ski schools, paragliding and spas. The Olympic Centre has a pool, ice-rink, gym, spa, massages, bowling alley and a climbing wall. For children there is a “Les Saturnins” nursery for children 18 months to three years and two “Piou-Piou” ski kindergartens for children three to five years.
In summer (July and August), you can enjoy mountain biking, tennis, white water rafting, golf, archery, high wire adventure course, outdoor climbing walls, trekking in the National park, fishing, staying in refuges and a host of other outdoor activities.
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Snowshoe walks
Strap on your snowshoes and discover the Meribel trails with a qualified instructor.
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Biathlon lessons
Escape the busy slopes this winter and get a biathlon lesson!
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Cross-country skiing
Why not try a new activity this winter and learn how to cross-country ski!
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Telemark ski lessons
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
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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Fast Riding People, Meribel
Fast Riding People is a mountain biking company that provides training courses for all levels of experience.
Cycling in Meribel
Cycling Routes in Meribel
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Ferme de Pralong to Col de la Loze
Courchevel, Méribel and Val Thorens offer a variety of challenging and scenic rides. Whether you’re after high-altitude thrills or leisurely panoramic routes, there’s something here for every level of cyclist.
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Col de Tougnète
The Col de Tougnète, often considered the little brother of the Col de la Loze (2304m), has a slightly higher summit at 2405m.
Watersports in Meribel
Watersports in Meribel
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Bureau des Guides - High Mountain Guides, Summer, Meribel
Bureau des Guides de Meribel are a team of highly qualified, experienced and enthusiatic mountain guides. As well as winter activities they also offer a wide range of summer activities for all ages and levels of fitness.
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Swimming pool
25m indoor swimmming pool at the Olympic Centre, with paddling pool and flume. Special events and activities are organised throughout the season.
Chalets in Meribel
There is no end of great chalets to choose from in Méribel, mostly with chocolate box exteriors and a lot of them with ski-in, ski-out locations. From luxury to the budget end of the spectrum, there's bound to be something to suit you.
Chalets in Meribel
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Les S C43 Chalet
Magnificent 5-room duplex apartment with a floor area of 143 m², located in Méribel Mottaret, in the heart of the Three Valleys.
Les S C43 Chalet
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Orphée Chalet
Chalet Orphée enjoys an exceptional ski-in/ski-out location, directly on the Doron slope, along Méribel’s prestigious Route des Chalets. Step out the door and onto the slopes!
Orphée Chalet
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Iona Chalet
A beautiful chalet situated in its own orchard in Villard, a quiet hamlet in Méribel Les Allues, only a few minutes from Méribel’s slopes.
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La Foret Chalet
Reserved for nature lovers and those who value tranquility, La Forêt will charm you with its magical surroundings!
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Woody Woody Lodge
Elegant suite with pastel tones, light wood finishes and sweeping Méribel mountain views - includes half board for four.
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Altius Chalet
Situated just 150m from the piste in the highly desirable and peaceful La Renarde area of Méribel, this recently completed 400m² chalet surrounded by fir trees is light, modern and sophisticated, with jaw-dropping views.
Villas in Meribel
Villas in Meribel
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La Ferme De Mon Grand-Père Chalet
Jewel of the mountain, Chalet La Ferme de mon Grand-père sits in the centre of Méribel, a renowned winter sports village in the heart of the Three Valleys, the world’s largest ski area.
La Ferme De Mon Grand-Père Chalet
22 Nov 2025, 7 Nights, 1-16 people, Self-cateredFrom €25,200
Holidays Rentals in Meribel
From studio apartments to large properties sleeping more than 10 people, there are many types of apartments available in Méribel.
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Genepi Apartment
Magnificent apartment of 130 m² located in the Rond-Point des Pistes area.
Genepi Apartment
6 Dec 2025, 7 Nights, 1-10 people, Self-cateredFrom €5,696 -
Les Fermes de Meribel Premium
The residence "Les Fermes de Méribel" has spacious and comfortable apartments divided between 6 small stone and wood chalets. It lies in a pleasant wooded environment in the heart of Méribel Village.
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Le Coeur de Meribel Apartment
This apartment is in an excellent location, just 100 metres from the piste which runs down to the Chaudanne lift area and instant access to all the shop and restaurants.
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Woody Woody Lodge
Elegant suite with pastel tones, light wood finishes and sweeping Méribel mountain views - includes half board for four.
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Grand Duc 3 Apartment
Space, comfort, and a fantastic location - this apartment has it all. Just 50 metres up the piste from the main lift centre at the Chaudanne, you can step out the front door, clip into your skis, and you’re off.
Grand Duc 3 Apartment
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L’orchidée Chalet
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Hotels in Meribel
Méribel centre has a good selection of hotels to choose from, suiting every price range and group size.
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Les Ravines Apartment Residence
Featuring traditional wood and stone architecture, the Residences Les Ravines is made up of a single building. The residence is located in the centre of Méribel, a stone's throw from the shops.
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Les Crets Premium Apartment Residence, Méribel - Mottaret
Sitting above the Méribel ski resort, the Pierre & Vacances Crets Residence is one of our finest residences in the French Alps following a recent renovation: apartments have been enlarged and redecorated in warm colours, and top-of-the-range furnishings and equipment installed.
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Les Bleuets Apartment Residence
The residence is located in the heart of Méribel-Mottaret. A shopping centre is also close by. In the heart of the 3 Vallées, this is an authentic Savoy resort with large chalets.
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Adray Telebar Hotel
Tucked away in the forest and only accessible by ski or foot, Adray Télébar blends rustic alpine comfort with a lively atmosphere - perfect for couples, families and friends alike.
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Le Mottaret Hotel
Located right on the pistes in the centre of Méribel-Mottaret close to the ESF ski school and next door to a ski hire shop.
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Les Fermes de Méribel Premium Apartment Residence, Méribel Village
The residence "Les Fermes de Méribel" has spacious and comfortable apartments divided between six small stone and wood chalets. It lies in a pleasant wooded environment in the heart of Méribel Village.
How to get to Meribel
Transfers for Meribel
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Shared airport transfers
Booking with them means your holiday won’t involve the stress of public transport, the cost of private transfers, or the hassle of fitting snow chains on a hire car.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Meribel, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
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Private and shared airport transfers
Helping holidaymakers enjoy seamless airport transfers since 2008. From prompt and professional drivers, to stylish and well-maintained vehicles. A journey with them is more than just a transfer. Their aim is to ensure all their customers travel in comfort and with confidence.
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Private airport transfers
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
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Private airport transfers
This company provides private door-to-door airport transfers at competitive prices. With passenger safety and comfort at the forefront of their minds, they are the perfect option.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to Méribel. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
Property For Sale in Meribel
Property for Sale in Meribel
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Apartment for Sale
A magnificent duplex apartment close to the slopes and all amenities.
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Apartment for Sale
Spacious ski-in/ski-out apartment with four bedrooms, a sauna, and access to a spa and pool, located at the foot of the La Hulotte slope.
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Apartment for Sale, Meribel
Nestled in the Plateau district of Méribel, close to the shops and restaurants, come and discover this bright, functional flat.
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Chalet for Sale
Three bedoom chalet in the heart of Mussillon, ideally situated for the centre of Meribel.
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