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What's new this winter in Meribel
From the ski area to what's fresh in the resort
As winter takes hold in Meribel we take a look at all that's new in the resort and on the slopes
Early signs of snowfall here in The Alps are creating much excitement for the upcoming winter season. The ski industry here is raring to go and this winter looks like being an exceptionally busy one. Meribel ski area opens on the 7 December with Meribel in Lights and ski passes are on sale.
New Three Vallees app
There is a brand new version of this handy app launching this winter to give you more optimised functions. Realtime lift and piste opening and closings, live web cam feeds and options to buy or top up your ski pass. This new app will also include restaurant listings and the ability to book tables. A rescue function to put you in touch with the right service if there is an accident, news in the resort and interactive maps and powder alerts.
Energy saving initiatives
The rising cost of energy and the motivation to win it's first ‘Green Snowflake’ has given Méribel an opportunity to fast track many of their eco/environmental sustainable initiatives for example LED lighting, optimising the speed of ski lifts, the addition of GPS systems in the snow groomers for added efficiency.
The ‘Green Snowflake’ is part of the Méribel 2038 programme and this label would mark a key stage in their ecological and social transition.
Ski for six days, pay for five
New ski pass offer for all. When you buy a ski pass for six days you only pay for five in Meribel and the Three Vallees.
Skiflex season pass
This package has a new offer based on analysis of the use of this formula historically. Now on the Skiflex season package you can benefit from 10 passages per week for a lower price (it was 20 on the old formula). Ideal pass for locals and seasonnaires.
Winter tyres
A reminder that it is now mandatory from 1 November to 31 March to have winter tyres (M&S marking, or all weather (four season) tyres), OR at least two snow chains/socks in the vehicle when driving in the mountain regions in France, following a law introduced from November 2021
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On the slopes
Rossignol slope
Enjoy this newly named, little used and slightly hidden blue run, a gently slope with small jumps. Located between the Open Park snowpark and the La Sitelle piste, accessible via the Plattières gondola, the Plan des mains chairlift or the Chatelets chairlift
New ski touring route
The Pic Bleu route starts from the Méribel Village snow front and covers 5.5 km and 600 m of elevation. Ascending you'll find yourself in different areas, first on the golf course, then in the forest with panoramic views over the Vallée des Allues and the Méribel ski area.
The ski touring route is in three sections: The lower part leads to the blue Lapin trail at the Altiport.
The 2nd “intermediate” section winds through the forest to the start of the Loze TSD and leads onto the green Blanchot trail. The 3rd “high” section climbs to the Pic Bleu chalet and leads to the eponymous blue trail.
First Track
This popular early morning ski for early risers to create the first tracks in the snow is back. Every Wednesday at 07:50 from the Saulire gondola lift followed by breakfast the La Folie Douce.
Kids and families
Family Flex ski pass
The family pass available in Meribel and the Three Vallees is changing and becoming the Family Flex pass. This pass is new this winter and available to families of three or more, 1 or 2 adults and 1 to 6 children aged between 5 and 18 years.
Offering more flexible options to single parents, traditional families, blended families, families with one or more children, with or without family ties, can now all ski at the child rate and benefit from a bonus day with the six days for the price of five offer.
Doron carpet makeover
Locasted on the Méribel-Mottaret snow front, the Doron carpet will now offer protection in all weathers with a new covered gallery to shelter under in all weathers. This will also protect the snow on the slope too.
new Explor Games challenges
Around Lake Tueda new and exciting challenges await as you try to solve the final enigma. Méribel has updated the application to offer an even more exciting experience and with new geocaching beacons.
New features on the slopes
Instagrammable moments
Now you can snap that great insta image from the highest point of the resort in a giant wooden heart. This unique photo location is up on Mont Vallon and offers spectacular panoramic views including the Borgne glacier, the largest in the Three Valleys.
Chill out on Roc de Fer
Three new zones have been designed and created to enjoy the peace and quiet up on this summit. With breathtaking 360° panoramic views on Mont Blanc you can pause a while on the suspended swing within the Méribel heart. This heart is equipped with a camera to capture your selfie!
There's a new terrace with a mountain interpretation system to identify the surrounding mountains and a relaxation area to chill, rest and picnic while soaking up the sun and views.
Street art
This winter, the tunnel beneath the Roc de Fer piste will feature a street art fresco by Franck Bierlot, making street art history!
Travel
Snow Train
This direct Eurostar rail service between London and the Tarentaise Valley will be running again this winter from December to March
The service will hopefully encourage British skiers to travel in an eco-friendly way, departing from London on a Saturday morning and returning Sunday morning. The closest station to Méribel is Moutiers and there are shuttles linking the resort and bus station. Or you can get a transfer or taxi up to the resort. Watch out for package offers including rail travel.
Check out our guide on travelling to resort for more info.
Events
Alongside torchlit descents, forest outings at night and New Year parades you’ll find night time sledging, the FIS Alpine Ski World Championships, yoga and Enduro racing. These events and more are all in our events calendar.
