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About Meribel

The resort of Méribel was founded by Scotsman Colonel Peter Lindsay in 1938 when he built the first lift (a 31-seater fixed rope sled that was installed above Les Allues). His aim was to create a purpose built ski resort, which remained faithful to the mountains that surrounded it.

Méribel has grown into one of the great ski resorts and is at the heart of the largest and, for many, the finest ski area in the world, it has remained faithful, to this day, to Peter Lindsay's aims.  All the buildings in the town are constructed in the traditional Savoyarde style from wood and stone, making Méribel one of the most attractive ski resorts in France.

When you arrive you will find there is something for everyone in Méribel, convivial bars and every type of restaurant, from the Michelin Starred to the simple, offering crêpes and traditional Savoyarde cuisine. For non-skiers and skiers alike there are plenty of non-skiing diversions. There are many scenic walks around Méribel and Mottaret and many of the mountain restaurants can be accessed from the gondolas.

Méribel village sits at the heart of the Three Valleys ski area in the world and is without doubt the largest and finest linked ski area in the world. The area is naturally blessed with good snow falls and, along with 1,200 snow cannons, skiing is virtually assured from Christmas through to the beginning of May.

Being part of the three valleys the ski area is truly inexhaustible and with 600km of pistes, there is something for every standard of skier. The three valleys are superbly linked, with Val Thorens under an hour away and Courchevel even closer. Whether you are looking for beautifully groomed pistes, bumps, steeps, or out of the way off- piste runs you will find it in the Trois Vallées.

Other attractions include: Olympic Ice Rink, swimming pool, a bowling alley, fitness centre, squash courts, snow-mobiling and shops of every kind.

Are you looking for a Ski holiday in Meribel?

If so then, great news, as you are already looking in the best place for a whole range of ski accommodation in Meribel.  Here at Independent Mountain we offer all types of Meribel accommodation, from self catered apartments to catered chalets to suit all holiday budgets.

Take time and have a look around our site where you will find a great selection of excellent catered chalets in Meribel.  These include beautiful ski chalets in Meribel ranging from the modern luxury chalet to the traditional Alpine log fire chalet with direct access to all the resort has to offer.

If self catered accommodation is more up your street then you will also find a variety of great self catered chalets in Meribel aswell as self catered apartments in Meribel suitable for families, couples and large groups of friends.

Ski accommodation in the Alps can be pricey especially during the current climate of the credit crunch, therefore, Independent Mountain are always working with their listed property owners to keep you posted on ski deals and all current special offers in Meribel.  Therefore, please keep a regular eye on our site to keep up to speed with the latest discounted offers on ski accommodation in Meribel.

The Ski Area: Les Trois Vallees

Les Trois Vallees or The Three Valleys is a ski region in the Savoie departement of France, above the town of Moutiers and near the Vanoise National Park and the Tarentaise.

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Resort Stats:

• 38 Draglifts
• 18 Chairlifts
• 11 Bubbles
• 23 Cablecars

• 98 green runs
• 191 blue runs
• 214 red runs
• 70 black runs
• 2 halfpipes
• 5 snowparks
• 2 bordercross

Lift Pass Prices

Child: from 5 up to 13 years inclusive ;
Children under 5 years: free ;
Senior: 65 - 75 years;
Identity card is obligatory from 12 years ;