Meribel ski resort, France

Meribel is situated in the heart of the 3 Valleys so access to all areas couldn’t be easier. Although Meribel as a resort is large in size, the construction is that of a traditional alpine village, with many picturesque freestanding chalets. Mottaret, located just above the main town of Meribel at 1750m, is a series of medium sized, low level buildings, almost all with doorstep skiing and a variety of bars, restaurants and shops and a very friendly village atmosphere.

Resort statistics

Altitude (m)	1450
Highest ski lift (m)	2950
Total piste (km)	600
Longest descent (km)	5
Ski Lifts	198

Pistes
Easy (green)	101
Intermediate (blue/red)	146
Hard (black)	28

Terrain / Snowboard Park	Yes

Ski Resort Ratings
Beginners	4/5
Intermediates	5/5
Advanced	4/5
Snowboarders	4/5
Families	5/5
Non-Skiers	4/5
Apres-Ski	5/5
Ski Resort Charm	4/5

Apres Ski

Both Merribel and Mottaret have buzzing nightlife with bars and clubs open until the early hours - Jacks bar, the El Poncho, the Doren pub and Dicks T-Bar nighclub. The piste-side Rond Point's happy hour starts at around 4 pm. Scotts is a lively restaurant and Le Plein Soleil is renowned for live music and crazy theme nights

Eating out

A wide choice of restaurants and bars in both Meribel and Mottaret. 3 course set menus for approx 25-30 Euros. Local specialities include fondues and raclette with wine around 30 Euros. Pizzas around 13 Euros. Try the Chez Kiki (Morel), Plein Soleil, Chez Patrick, Grand Coeur, La Taverne, Le Grenier and la Tarentaise.

Activities

Plenty to do for the non-skiiers - Bowling Alley, Casino Swimming pool, Olympic ice skating rink, Hang-gliding, Paragliding tandem flights, Skidoos and Dog Sledding.

Children's facilities

Meribel is a perfect resort for families with children of all ages. The ski area is amazing; there is the large Altiport area for beginners. It is covered in green and blue runs. There are some great British speaking ski schools, which provide group lessons for adults and children, as well as private classes. For those with smaller children, there are plenty of childcare options, and chalets that are specifically suited to families, where private nannies can be booked. There is easy access to the slopes and ski school meeting points. Many of the chalets are close to the slope, and for those a little further away there are minibus driver services, and a free local bus.

Snow Reports

Meribel: (last updated on 29/03/2010)

Weather:-	Snow forecast
Lower Slopes:-	87cm
Piste Conditions:-	Good
Num Lifts Open:-	46 of 46
Upper Slopes:-	168cm
Off Piste:-	Varied
Date of last snow:-	28 March 2010
Comments:-	Great ski conditions

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