Méribel caters really well for everyone from little tots to energetic teenagers.
Spring half-term activities in Méribel
The best things to do with kids in Méribel this half-term
Half-term is the perfect time to embrace the magic of the mountains, and Méribel is one of the most welcoming resorts in the French Alps for a family winter escape. Set in the heart of the legendary Three Valleys ski area, this charming alpine resort combines beautiful scenery with a huge range of activities for all ages. From snowy adventures and scenic mountain rides to ice skating, sledging, swimming and memorable days out together, Méribel offers plenty to keep toddlers, teens and adults entertained. Here’s our guide to making the most of your February half-term holiday in the mountains.
Evenings out in Méribel
The bars in resort are generally very family friendly, especially during the early evening when it's perfectly normal to see families enjoying a relaxed drink after a day on the slopes. Children are made to feel welcome, with many venues offering games, cosy seating and a laid-back atmosphere, whilst those serving food often have dedicated children's menus if your après drinks spill over into dinner… (no pun intended).
Bars & Clubs in Meribel
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En Bord de Piste Bar
Relax with drinks and mountain views from sun terrace to fireside
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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Tsaretta Bar
Popular bar with live music and showing sports, open all year round in the heart of Les Allues
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. Grab a cold beer, order from the delicious pizza and burger menu - which is also available to take away - and soak up the friendly, vibrant atmosphere.
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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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Lodge du Village Bar
Live bands for après-ski, tasty cocktails and non-stop bar food
Lodge du Village (LDV) stands above La Terrasse du Village as Méribel Village’s most iconic après-ski and late-night venue, offering a complete day-to-night experience under one roof. Open from midday, LDV is the ideal stop for lunch, a casual bite between runs, or a relaxed family meal. Their upstairs snack bar, Miaou Miaou, serves a selection of satisfying favourites throughout the day, including hot dogs, loaded fries, and smash burgers - ideal for refuelling before heading back to the slopes or settling in for the afternoon.
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La Folie Douce Bar
Famous on piste après-ski bar near the mid station of the Saulire Express
At La Folie Douce, great food and unforgettable fun go hand in hand. Perched on the slopes of Méribel-Courchevel, this legendary venue redefines après-ski with its high-energy Clubbing experience, where guests can forget the everyday and immerse themselves in alpine entertainment like no other.
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Le Cafe del Mott Restaurant and Bar
Hotel bar with great sunny terrace and chilled après-ski scene
Part of the Hotel le Mottaret, this bar has a fantastic sunny terrace serving lunch and après-ski tunes, just 50m from the Perdrix and Furet green runs.
Fun on the snow
Méribel has plenty of dedicated spaces and activities designed to make younger visitors feel at home in the mountains. Head to family-friendly areas such as the Piou-Piou zones and beginner ski areas across the resort, where children can enjoy gentle slopes, playful features and fun learning spaces designed to help them gain confidence while having their first snowy adventures.
You’ll find that local sports shops sell and rent plastic sledges, so pick up your own and head to one of Méribel’s dedicated sledging areas for some classic winter fun. The Mission Black Forest toboggan run is a favourite with families, offering an exciting descent through the trees, while smaller sledging zones around the resort provide a safe introduction for younger children. Whether it’s a first trip down the hill or a family race to the bottom, sledging is an easy way to enjoy the snow together and create lasting memories.
Ski Hire in Meribel
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Skishop Mottaret
Ski & board hire in the Plan du Lac building in Mottaret, near the main lifts
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Meribel? Just visit the Skiset Skishop Mottaret store!
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Le Creux de L'Ours
Ski hire at the top of resort close to the pistes in the Odalys residence
Rent skis and snowboards located on the top of Mottaret near Odalys accommodations. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
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Mottaret
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
This ski and snowboard rental shop is situated in the Club Hotel main shopping centre at the foot of the pistes right in the heart of the resort.
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Altistore
Snowboard & Ski hire on the first floor of the Altiport Hotel
Jerome, Krista, Max and Frea welcome you to their store at Meribel Altiport. It is situated next to Meribel Airport on the first floor of the Altiport hotel.
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Home delivery & fitting service
Ski and snowboard rental delivered anywhere in Meribel, with easy online booking
Rent your equipment the easy way! This company delivers and fits your skis or snowboards at your accommodation, so there’s no need to traipse to the shop after a long journey.
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SkiPlace
Ski hire shop in the Galerie Ruitor, leading directly onto the pistes in Mottaret
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Meribel? Just visit the NetSki SkiPlace Meribel store!
Action packed days
If you’ve got young adventurers looking for more excitement on the mountain, then Méribel has plenty of activities to add an extra thrill to their holiday. Speak to your ski school about the additional experiences they offer, from freestyle sessions and fun challenges to specialist lessons that help young skiers take their skills further.
For children who are ready to try something different, “off-piste”, “freeride”, and “snowpark” sessions are a great way to explore a new side of skiing. With access to the huge Three Valleys ski area and a variety of terrain to suit different abilities, Méribel is a fantastic place for adventurous skiers to develop their technique. Qualified instructors will help them build confidence, learn new skills and safely challenge themselves while enjoying the mountains in a different way.
Ski School Lessons in Meribel
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Group ski lessons
Handpicked multilingual instructors for group ski and snowboard lessons
Operating across the valley, this world-class team of ski instructors is available at convenient meeting points in Méribel.
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Group ski lessons
Group lessons by the official and largest French ski and snowboard school
This ski school is the largest in France and one of the oldest, having been established in 1945. Offering a wide range of lessons and childcare from 18 months upwards they can ensure the needs of your entire family/group are met. They even offer English only children's lessons.
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Group ski lessons
Group ski and snowboard lessons for children and adults of all ages and abilities
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Group ski lessons
British-run group ski and snowboard lessons for all levels
Parallel Lines is Méribel’s biggest British Ski and Snowboard School. With 28 instructors in peak weeks, whether you’re taking your first turns or exploring the off-piste that The Three Valleys has to offer.
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Group ski lessons
Tailor-made ski and snowboard lessons for groups in multiple languages
Run by an Anglo-French team since 2001, this ski school knows the area inside out. Their highly qualified, multilingual instructors specialise in tailor-made lessons to suit every skier or snowboarder.
Out and about in Méribel
With a Three Valleys lift pass you'll have access to a huge range of family adventures across one of the world’s largest ski areas. You can take the Saulire gondola or Tougnète lift for spectacular panoramic views across the Alps, explore neighbouring resorts including Courchevel and Val Thorens, or enjoy a scenic mountain ride simply to experience the incredible landscapes from above.
A day in Méribel doesn’t have to be all about skiing; you can spend time in the village and visit a museum and find out more about the local history, follow snowy walking trails through the forests, discover the different villages that make up the valley, or take a lift up to a mountain restaurant for lunch or a hot chocolate with a view. With its beautiful scenery, easy connections and wide choice of family-friendly experiences, Méribel makes it simple to turn a mountain outing into an unforgettable alpine adventure.
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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.
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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.
Family activities for everyone
Méribel offers a fantastic range of family-friendly activities beyond skiing, making it easy to fill your holiday with memorable mountain experiences. Families can enjoy ice skating at the outdoor rink in the centre of Méribel, take a swim at the Parc Olympique, which features a swimming pool, ice rink, climbing wall and wellness facilities, or race down the Mission Black Forest toboggan run for an exciting adventure through the trees.
There are plenty of other ways to explore the resort too, from husky sledding through snowy alpine landscapes and snowshoeing along peaceful forest trails to bowling, cinema trips and horse-drawn sleigh rides. Families can also enjoy scenic walks, torchlit evening events and paragliding flights for incredible views over the Méribel Valley. With so many activities away from the pistes, Méribel makes it easy to keep the whole family entertained throughout the half-term holidays.
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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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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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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.
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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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Snowshoe walks
Snowshoe walks for all abilities
Snowshoe walks offer a wonderful way to discover Méribel’s winter landscapes away from the ski slopes, with guided outings led by qualified instructors. Suitable for all levels, these walks are available in English and provide an opportunity to explore peaceful forests, mountain trails and traditional Alpine surroundings while learning more about the local wildlife, flora and mountain heritage.
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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.
