This summer, open a new chapter of adventure in Méribel. Here, the mountains aren’t just a place to visit – they’re a place to fully experience, alive with events and activities that will make your holiday unforgettable.
Throughout the summer, numerous events will offer unique experiences, blending sport, culture and nature. From trail races to outdoor festivals, plus events focused on art, gaming and wellness – Méribel reinvents itself every year to deliver special moments.
When it comes to exploration, everything is possible in Méribel. Wander the wild trails of the Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve and Vanoise National Park, where pristine natural beauty invites you to reconnect with nature. For thrill-seekers, the Méribel BikePark’s 258 km of MTB trails offer an exhilarating playground with technical descents and family-friendly routes.
For a more serene experience, indulge in a wellness retreat at altitude: yoga sessions with mountain views, meditative breaks by crystal-clear lakes or simply moments of contemplation in a peaceful setting.
Méribel is more than just a destination; it’s an adventure waiting to be explored throughout the summer, filled with new discoveries, memorable encounters and moments of awe in the shadow of the towering peaks.
SUMMARY
SUMMER EVENTS
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THE MÉRIBEL VALLEY IN FIGURES
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DayOUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
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HAVE A BREAK
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GET BACK IN THE SADDLE
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SUMMER PERIOD
JULY 5TH TO AUGUST 30TH
SOAK UP THE LOCAL CULTURE
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Summer events
GAME OVER FESTIVAL
5–6 JULY
To kick off the summer season, Méribel is excited to host the Game Over Festival for the second consecutive year. Bringing together e-sports and virtual universe fans, this festival – organised by the GamePlay Tarentaise Association – invites both players and curious newcomers to dive into the world of video games.
It’s a chance to participate in e-sports tournaments on the big screen or admire the famous DeLorean – the time machine from Back to the Future. For its second edition, the Cosplay Summit will take place at the Parc Olympique, where pop culture ambassadors will share their passion.
Price: €7 per day
BASTILLE DAY
14 JULY
Join us in Allues for fireworks at 10:30 pm. Fired from Villaret, the display will be visible from most villages in the valley. Allues will come alive with activities, restaurants and the dance orchestra “La Fine Équipe.”
THE SURPRISING FESTIVAL
16-18
JULY
The Surprising Festival lives up to its name, offering an unexpected experience. Merging art and nature, it features nocturnal forest concerts, acrobatic performances and poetic sound and light shows.
M é RIBEL GOLF CUP
6–9 JULY
Set against the stunning Alpine landscapes, this competition will see both professional and amateur golfers showcasing their skills. Each team consists of a professional golfer guiding three amateurs, ensuring a unique experience for all enthusiasts of the game.
GRAN FONDO COL DE LA LOZE
SUNDAY 13 JULY
Ahead of the Tour de France, where the legendary Col de la Loze will be climbed by the world’s best cyclists on 24 July, the Gran Fondo offers the perfect challenge for cycling enthusiasts.
Four courses are available, catering to all levels:
• The Ultimate: Col de la Loze x 2 (117 km, 4,377 m D+)
• Col de la Loze by Méribel (53 km, 2,424 m D+)
• Col de la Loze by Courchevel (46 km, 2,141 m D+)
• Brides-les-Bains by Les Frasses (30 km, 741 m D+)
FRENCH ENDURO CUP
19-20 JULY
The Enduro Series stops in Méribel for two days of mountain biking competition. Riders will race through the MTB trails, competing for the best times.
ZEN ALTITUDE
23-24 JULY
Méribel’s Zen Altitude returns for two days of well-being! This event offers relaxation and rejuvenation, offering outdoor yoga, terrace massages, wellness coaching, artistic workshops and contemplative walks in the peaceful mountain environment.
FISE DISTRICT
29-31 JULY
To wrap up July, Méribel hosts the International Extreme Sports Festival. Watch professional BMX riders and try out the sport yourself.
2-3 AUGUST
This summer, rediscover the traditions of the Méribel valley during the Fête à Fanfoué. Held in Allues village on 2 and 3 August, this event celebrates community and tradition with traditional performances, local dishes, entertainment, exhibitions and a parade.
ASTRONOMY FESTIVAL
7-8 AUGUST
An exciting event for astronomy enthusiasts! Méribel offers a two-day immersive experience exploring the stars and astronomy, with educational activities set against the stunning mountain backdrop.
CIRCUS FESTIVAL FANFOU é F e TE
11-13 AUGUST
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CYCLO CHALLENGE
15-17 AUGUST
In its first edition, the Méribel Cyclo Challenge offers three days of cycling challenges on the valley’s roads. Cyclists can compete on one or more intense climbs, from Brides-les-Bains to the Col de la Loze, passing through Méribel Mottaret.
PROAM GOLF
18-22 AUGUST
Held at one of the most beautiful golf courses in the Alps, this unique five-day tournament pairs three amateur golfers with a professional, offering a chance to improve skills and share a love of golf.
M é RIBEL TRAIL
9-10 AUGUST
From a 2 km fun run to a 42 km marathon trail, the Méribel Trail promises a rugged, technical and thrilling experience. It crosses the Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve and offers breathtaking views reaching nearly 2,800 metres above sea level.
The street circus festival returns for its third edition, with three days of captivating performances. It includes circus acts, workshops and shows for children, bringing excitement to Méribel.
ENDURO 2
23-25 AUGUST
This mountain bike and e-bike relay race in teams of two will wrap up the biking season. The event features more than 10,000 meters of downhill and 15 special stages over three days. It’s a chance to discover the cycling world in a friendly atmosphere, with Jack’s bar bringing the hype with live concerts.
The Méribel Valley in figures
1,100 HECTARES OF NATURE RESERVE, ON THE WESTERN EDGE OF THE VANOISE NATIONAL PARK
283 ,000 VISITORS IN SUMMER 2024
9 ,049 AVAILABLE BEDS
29 ACTIVITIES
2,952
ONE 18–HOLE GOLF 6
258 KM OF MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS
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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
From the minute your holiday starts, let yourself be amazed by one of our 29 outdoor activities offered in Méribel. From tree climbing to hiking, golf to trail running – there’s something for everyone!
Walk a tightrope
High wire adventure courses for all levels
Agility, balance, daring – all these three qualities are required for Méribel’s tree-top adventure trail.
It’s the perfect outdoor sport for challenging yourself and conquering your fear of heights, all enjoyed at your own pace and level.
Parcobranche de Méribel Bois d’Arbin - Méribel centre
Golf at Méribel
The jewel of the valley
Open from June to September, the golf course is a highlight of the valley. Offering a unique experience in a stunning setting, it’s ideal for high-level golfers, as well as being beginner friendly. Various options are available for all skill levels: family-friendly discovery offers, private lessons for all ages or junior camps. Qualified coaches will help you progress at your own pace!
In winter, you ski over the golf course!
Get up high
The via ferrata on top of the world
Winding its way through the Altiport forest at an altitude of 1,500m is Méribel’s golf course, one of the finest in the Alps. The greens, fairways, lakes and bunkers of this 18hole course offer panoramic and ever-changing views over the valley. Méribel golf course welcomes players of all levels.
DENT DE BURGIN 2739M
For a vertiginous adventure, tackle the Croix du Verdon via ferrata on la Dent de Burgin at the top of Saulire in Méribel. Securely anchored to the rock at 2,700m, this climbing itinerary is equipped with metal ladders and hand-holds, allowing you to climb the rock faces on one of France's highest via ferratas and enjoy a 360° panorama over the Méribel and Courchevel valleys. Via Ferrata: Accessed by the Pas du Lac gondola
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AIGUILLE DU FRUIT 3051M
GET WARMED UP
A true paradise for nature lovers, the Méribel valley is the ideal place for a gentle start to the holiday. Discover this unspoiled area with its varied landscapes with these three outstanding itineraries that you can discover in your own way.
Everyone can do it
Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve
1,100 protected hectares, 400 animal species, 540 plant varieties... The Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve is an unmissable place in Méribel. Its unique biodiversity, that of an Alpine ecosystem, can easily be discovered along the footpaths that surround the lake.
The "Tour du Lac de Tuéda" walk is 1.8km long and has no ascents or descents, making it suitable for all ages and abilities. For a longer walk that offers added fun, take part in the Explor Games® to search for the Heart of Méribel and discover the secrets of the nature reserve.
Explor Games® Free - App available online
Work your calf muscles
Tour of the Col du Fruit
To enjoy panoramic views over the Courchevel and Méribel valleys, choose this walk to the Col du Fruit along the ridges.
This challenging route, with some vertiginous sections, is well worth the effort. Start by taking the Pas du Lac gondola lift to the summit of Saulire.
Then take the ridge path towards the majestic Aiguille de Fruit, which dominates the landscape of the Nature Reserve in summer and winter.
This ridge path offers views over both valleys before reaching the Col du Fruit. The Col du Fruit marks the start of the descent via a series of tight switchbacks to the Plagne plateau and then the Plan de Tueda, which takes you back to the starting point at Méribel Mottaret.
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Experienced hikers
Set out to discover Mont Coua’s 6 hidden lakes, situated between 2,520 and 2,820m, and immerse yourself in a striking and rocky world – it’s sure to blow you away. To reach the lakes requires a 7-hour hike of moderate difficulty. It's a chance to walk through unique and rarely visited landscapes.
For a gentler experience, the walk can be done in two stages, with an overnight stay at the Saut refuge (20.4 km and 1,160m total ascent).
LAKE
THE 3RD LAKE
Created in 1990, the Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve is home to 545 plant species and around 400 animal species.
Among the remarkable species present are sizeable populations of black grouse and spotted nutcrackers. A number of species found in cool, damp or aquatic environments have also been recorded at the bottom of the valley, including the viviparous lizard, red frog and alpine newt, dragonflies such as the alpine and arctic cordilleras, and butterflies such as the lesser fritillary and the marsh martin.
All summer long, the Maison de la Réserve offers visitors the chance to learn more about the exceptional environment of the Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve, with a series of exhibitions, events for all ages and walks plus a café.
Mont Coua lakes
UNE NUIT EN REFUGE !
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HAVE A BREAK
With its mountain lakes and vast stretches of woodland, Méribel is an ideal place for relaxation and discovery: discover the secrets of nature, outdoor yoga sessions, Shiatsu, or massages in the open air... the perfect elements for a truly relaxing holiday.
Holiday workbook
Family botanical trail
Take the time to explore the heart of the Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve. The relaxing 2km botanical trail is equipped with explanatory signs which reveal the secrets of this exceptional place.
And breathe
Yoga in the heart of nature
There's nothing like a yoga session in the heart of nature to restore your inner balance. On the banks of the peaceful Lake Tuéda or at sunset at the Altiport, this practice allows you to relax and unwind while you experience the mountains in a different way.
Core values
Pilates classes
Pilates devotees can exercise in an idyllic setting in the Altiport forest with a breathtaking view over the mountains. After working on breathing, building core strength and concentration, the body becomes freer and reconnects with what's essential.
It may be somewhat unusual, but it's highly effective! In Méribel, you can go barefoot in the mountains. In the heart of the Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve, you can enjoy a silent, mindful walk with breathing exercises and increasingly dynamic movements.
GET BACK IN THE SADDLE
Whether you've never ridden a mountain bike before or are a seasoned rider, Méribel offers you a unique playground for mountain biking with 258km of trails. Whether you want just a couple of hours or a whole day in the saddle, a ride in the bike park is definitely a must.
Without stabilizers
Family trails
The Méribel Bike Park offers 3 routes suitable for all the family. It's an easy way to discover the valley's most beautiful landscapes on easily accessible routes, on an electric or traditionally powdered bike.
Let's ride
For more thrills
Looking for higher routes through the forests or up to the summits? The bike park offers a variety of trails, viewpoints and terrain where you can perfect your skills in safety.
Woodstock
A descent through the forest with bermed turns and perfect terrain for downhill practice: 1.6 km / D- 290 m
Bellevue
A playful descent from the intermediate Pas du Lac gondola station, with breathtaking views of the valley and Méribel: 8.9 km / D- 950 m
Boucle de Tuéda: Green loop, distance: 9,5 km, Ascent: 295 m // Descent: 295 m
Col de la Loze sprint: Blue loop, distance: 1.4 km, Ascent: 2m // Descent: 98m
No fear
For experts
These are for riders who want to test themselves physically and mentally on Méribel’s more rugged terrain! Launch yourself down the most challenging routes which offer breathtaking views.
DOWNHILL
Forest Jump
A beautiful technical trail in the forest with jumps and bermed turns: 2.3 km / D- 420 m
Tougnète Rocket
Slopes and tight turns with stunning views of the peaks: 3.3 km / D- 520 m
No respite for the experts
Set out to conquer Col de la Loze
A stunning landscape offering breathtaking views of the Belleville and Méribel valleys: 18.3 km / D- 1,690 m / D+ 410 m
Méribel has twice hosted the world's greatest cycling race, the Tour de France (in 2020 and 2023). The riders tackled this formidable Col de la Loze climb as fast as humanly possible: along its 12.5km length to its summit at 2,304m, not forgetting the 23% wall to overcome, before they reached the top of the third highest pass in the Savoie.
Holidaymakers can also challenge themselves on this cycle path, which has become a benchmark for keen cyclists!
The Méribel Cyclo Challenge – taking place from 15–17 August 2025 – offers everyone the chance to compete alongside the best, whether on a standard or electric bike, starting from Brides-les-Bains or conquering a challenging climb from Méribel Centre.
ENDURO
Les Crêtes
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SOAK UP THE LOCAL CULTURE
Authentic wooden chalets, ancient churches and traditional festivals - Méribel's heritage is a veritable ode to Alpine history and tradition. The evidence of its past and cultural heritage offer visitors a total immersion in Méribel’s mountain soul.
Gourmet
heritages
In the heart of the Altiport forest, this restaurant offers a range of fun and enriching family activities. Every day of the week, Le Clos Bernard invites young and old alike to enjoy a bite to eat surrounded by farm animals including pigs, goats, sheep, poultry, rabbits and quail. You can also discover all the secrets of the Savoy black bee: learning about foraging, reproduction and the workings of the hive. Finally, all the family can get involved in a variety of activities including cooking workshops, learning about medicinal plants and treasure hunts.
Perret farm
Located in the heart of the Plan de Tuéda Nature Reserve, the Perret farm invites holidaymakers to discover how Beaufort cheese is made from milk produced in the Méribel valley. It's a great way to expand your culinary knowledge!
Refuge de la Traye
To discover rural traditions, head for the hamlet of La Traie, where the Refuge de la Traie – accessible only on foot or by bike – will be opening for its fourth summer season. Discover the wonderful work of bees in their hives, gentle Valais blackface sheep, dwarf goats and long-haired donkeys that will delight children.
100% traditional
A range of free guided visits are organised by the resort so visitors can explore the valley and find out everything they want to know about the history of Méribel. A peaceful walk around the "village circuit" introduces you to all the secrets of Méribel's mountain villages. For a more leisurely stroll, you can discover former trades in the heart of the village of Le Raffort. At the now-refunctioning mill and sawmill at Raffort, holidaymakers can learn more about the history of mountain forestry and the growing of cereal crops in the mountains (barley, common wheat, rye, etc.).
Founded in the 1930s by Scottish visionary Peter Lindsay, Méribel is known for its outstanding architecture which is in perfect harmony with its Alpine environment. The buildings all follow very precise specifications, with wood and local stone for the main structure and mountain slate for the sloping roofs. This approach gives the resort a rare architectural unity, as evidenced by the famous Route des Chalets designed by Mr Lindsay himself.
