It’s your first day back on snow, you don’t want to ski anything too steep, and you want to ski in the sun all day.
Route 1 – Meribel Valley Blues Cruise
Taking it easy on a tour round the 3 valleys on blue pistes
Starting in Méribel 1450 take the PLAN DE L’HOMME chairlift and then warm up down the Caves piste, heading for the base of the OLYMPIC chairlift. From the top of the Olympic take the Roc de Fer to the CHERFERIE up to the ridge between the Méribel and the Belleville Valleys. Turn back towards Méribel and come down Choucas to the CAVES draglift. From here you can ski down Grive to the TOUGNETE 2. If you want to include a red run you can drop down into the Belleville Valley at this point and take the Pramint piste down to ST MARTIN 2, which will bring you back up to the ridge at Tougnete. If not, stay on the blue Crêtes pistes at the top of the TOUGNETE 2 - at which point it is probably time for lunch!
Lunch: Restaurant Les Crêtes. Small, owner-run restaurant at the top of the TOUGNETE drag lift. Cosy atmosphere and excellent local food. Booking advised, as it is very popular. No credit cards accepted. Lunch served 12h00-15h30. Tel +33 (0)4 79 08 56 50.
From Restaurant Les Crêtes you can access Faon, Perdrix and then Furet before taking the long PAS DU LAC 1 & 2 lifts up to the Saulire. As you exit the gondola lift, make sure you take the easy path straight ahead of you and avoid the short but steep red section immediately on your right, then rejoin the blue pistes of Biche and then Marmotte.
Beginner ski hire
Ski Hire in Meribel
See all Ski Hire in Meribel-
Visit website 
Superski
Next to the P&V Maeva Sentiers du Tueda apartments in Meribel Mottaret
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Meribel? Just visit the Skiset Superski store!
-
Visit website 
Ski Paradise
Ski rental at the shopping centre in the Maeva residence in Mottaret
This shop is situated 50m from the post office, near the ski pass office, free buses, ski lifts, restaurants, Ruitor and Bleuets car parks. Dorothée et Arnaud and team are on hand to welcome and assist you.
-
Visit website 
Le Rond Point des Pistes
Ski hire shop situated in the Alba residence
Ski hire shop located close to the pistes. 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!
-
Visit website
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!
-
Visit website
Marine Sports
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
This ski and snowboard rental shop is opposite the Tourist Office and only 50 metres from the slopes. It is just behind Hotel le Roc and Taverne Bar.
-
Visit website
White Storm Meribel
Friendly ski hire and delivery, right to your door in Courchevel and Meribel
With 20 years of experience, this independent company is run by passionate skiers and snowboarders. Their expert team carefully selects and fits your equipment to the highest standards.
Beginner ski lessons
Ski School Lessons in Meribel
See all Ski School Lessons in Meribel-
Visit website 
Private ski lessons
British school offering a wide range of private lesson options tailored to all ages and abilities
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
-
Visit website 
Private Ski Lessons
Exceptional coaching tailored to your needs for unforgettable skiing
Improve your skiing with personalised private lessons in Méribel, with a world-class team of instructors available across the valley and at all meeting points. Every lesson is tailored to your ability, learning style and ambitions, with individual coaching, carefully chosen terrain and a focus on helping you build confidence, develop your technique and become a more independent skier.
-
Visit website 
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.
-
Visit website 
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.
-
Visit website 
Group Ski Lessons Chaudanne
Group lessons by the official and largest French ski and snowboard school
Group lessons offer a friendly way to learn skiing, snowboarding and other snow sports in Méribel, with 348 qualified instructors providing tuition in English and other languages. From little children taking their first steps on snow to teenagers and adults looking to improve their technique, you can develop your skills alongside others at a similar level. The French ski-level system provides a structured approach to learning, helping you choose suitable lessons, build confidence and track your progress.
-
Visit website 
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.
What should I wear when skiing or snowboarding?
Ski Hire in Meribel
See all Ski Hire in Meribel-
Visit website
Superski
Next to the P&V Maeva Sentiers du Tueda apartments in Meribel Mottaret
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Meribel? Just visit the Skiset Superski store!
-
Visit website
Ski Paradise
Ski rental at the shopping centre in the Maeva residence in Mottaret
This shop is situated 50m from the post office, near the ski pass office, free buses, ski lifts, restaurants, Ruitor and Bleuets car parks. Dorothée et Arnaud and team are on hand to welcome and assist you.
-
Visit website
Le Rond Point des Pistes
Ski hire shop situated in the Alba residence
Ski hire shop located close to the pistes. 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!
-
Visit website
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!
-
Visit website
Marine Sports
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
This ski and snowboard rental shop is opposite the Tourist Office and only 50 metres from the slopes. It is just behind Hotel le Roc and Taverne Bar.
-
Visit website
White Storm Meribel
Friendly ski hire and delivery, right to your door in Courchevel and Meribel
With 20 years of experience, this independent company is run by passionate skiers and snowboarders. Their expert team carefully selects and fits your equipment to the highest standards.
More inspiration...
Find your way around with Piste Maps for Meribel.
Take a look at this year's Ski Lift Pass Prices and if you're not sure which one to buy, read our Guide for more information.
Book My Group Ski Lesson Book My Private Ski Lesson Book My Ski Hire
