Fresh Snow In Méribel This Bank Holiday
Skiers heading to Méribel this weekend for the bank holiday have been given an early Easter present. The resort – nestled in the heart of Les 3 Vallées – received 60cm of snow last night, with a further 18cm forecast tonight.
You too could be sipping a cold beer on La Folie Douce’s legendary terrace, as revellers dance to pounding beats in the shadow of Mont Blanc.
However, Méribel isn’t just about epic après-ski—the resort is also perfect for families. Fifty per cent of the Les 3 Vallées area is graded blue or green, making it ideal for young children. The resort's renowned ski schools—offering English-speaking lessons—combined with Méribel village's fairytale feel, make for a magical family trip. Méribel also offers a new beginner's zone, located just to the right of the Rhodos bubble. This area features a covered moving carpet, allowing first-timers to find their ski groove. There’s also a dedicated sledging zone for non-skiers. On top of all this, the Méribel family pass allows two adults to take up to six children (aged 5–18) onto the slopes, with everyone qualifying for a child price.
Skiers looking for their fix of off-piste thrills before the season comes to a close will feel right at home in Méribel, which offers some truly jaw-dropping terrain. Wild valleys, immaculate slopes and majestic peaks await those brave enough to tackle the powder. The Le Raffort zone faces east, providing stunning morning views of Mont Blanc and the Vanoise Massif. Other highlights include the Les Avals Valley, with over 1,000m of powder descent, the Saulire couloirs, and the Roc Merlet face. Be sure to carry the right safety equipment and always set off with a professional guide.
Méribel isn’t all about skiing—a quintessential part of any trip to the resort is indulging in locally produced, traditional food. From fondue to tartiflette, Savoyard cuisine—the typical fare from the Chamonix Mont-Blanc region—is the perfect fix after a day on the slopes. To try classic French-Alpine dishes such as wood-fired grilled meats, fondue savoyarde, and raclette, head to Le Clos Bernard. Straight out of Narnia, this chalet-style restaurant offers a horse-drawn sleigh service through the magical Altiport Forest to pick up diners. For something fancier, the five-star Le Kaīla hotel has been awarded its first Michelin Key. Situated in the heart of Méribel, one of the town’s most exclusive hotels now boasts this prestigious new distinction from the Red Guide. L’ Ekrin, the hotel’s fine-dining restaurant, serves a bucket-list selection of specially curated dishes with creative flair in a truly intimate atmosphere.
