Meribel 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.
Though 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.
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.
The 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.
The
ski area is truly inexhaustible and with 600km of pistes in the Three
Valleys (600km in Meribel), there is something for every standard of
skier. The valleys are superbly linked, with Val Thorens under an hour
away and Courchevel even closer. So 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.
Sightseeing
flights can be taken from the Altiport. There is the Olympic Ice Rink,
swimming pool, a bowling alley, fitness centre, squash courts,
snow-mobiling and shops of every kind.
Meribel web sites
www.meribel.net The official Meribel tourist
office website.
www.merinet.com A great unofficial site
for everything Meribel
Family
Ski Accommodation in Meribel & Mottaret Reviews
Chalet
Emma - Meribel
Set
amidst a small group of chalets, in an out of town location in Morel,
Chalet Emma is a comfortable, well equipped, well furnished choice for
families and groups who want easy access to the piste and
après
ski action. All chalets have a no smoking policy.
Location:
In a quiet
location, just 400 metres walk from the centre of Meribel.
Facilities:
Sauna -
Satellite TV - Video - Radio/cassette/CD player - Fireplace - Heated
boot racks - Ski room.
Food
& drink:
Meals are provided for six days a week by the chalet host. Breakfast
only is provided on the chalet host's day off.
Accommodation:
Three en suite twin rooms, one en-suite double room and two en-suite
rooms for four. Rooms for four have twin beds and bunk beds. Bathrooms
have hairdryers.
Board
basis: Half
board - Sleeps 16.
* Online Booking Discount Available
Residence
Fermes De Meribel
This modern property, furnished tastefully in an Alpine style, is
conveniently situated for all ski and apres-ski activities, and has a
superb choice of on-site leisure facilities for a comfortable and
relaxing stay.
Location:
1.5km from the resort centre, though the nearest shops, restaurants and
cafes are within 100 metres. Ski lift is only 125 metres away and the
ski school meets 700 metres away. The ski bus stop is 120 metres from
the property and offers free rides to lift pass holders.
Facilities:
Reception - Lounge - Indoor swimming pool - Fitness room - Pool table*
- Ski storage - TV room - Jacuzzi - Turkish bath - Sauna -
Games
room.
Acommodation:
1 to 4 bed apartments available sleeping up to 11 have TV, kitchenette
with cooking rings, oven, grill, microwave, fridge, coffee maker and
dishwasher, bathroom with half bath, shower and wc.
Board
basis:
Self-catering - sleeps up to 11
Official rating 4 Star
* Free Child Places Available
Hotel
Le Tramplin - Meribel
The
popular Hotel Le Tremplin is situated in the heart of
Méribel.
The warm atmosphere of the hotel is complemented by the traditional
chalet style rooms and decor. The main, Chaudanne' lift area is only a
few metres from your doorstep and for après ski you can
enjoy
the hotel's excellent leisure facilities.
Location:
in the resort centre · 1 minute from nearest lift
(Tougnette),
ski school meeting place, nursery slopes · ski bus stop
opposite
hotel · ski hire shop virtually next door
Features:
new outdoor heated pool · lounge · bar
· à
la carte restaurant · games room · FREE gym,
sauna and
steam room
Meals:
continental buffet breakfast · 4 course evening meal or
buffet
style evening meals, with choice of starter and dessert (taken in the
newly refurbished restaurant of the adjoining hotel) ·
Christmas
& New Year Gala Dinners included
Board
Basis: Half
Board
Official rating: 3 Star * FREE child places (local
charge for meals)
