Meribel, like all ski resorts are mainly about skiing. However Meribel does have some alternative activities and some great amenities. There are fantastic facilities at the Meribel Olympic sports Centre with swimming pool, ten-pin bowling, ice-skating and even a climbing wall and are all superb choices for an afternoon. There is also a twice-weekly Meribel market with many stalls displaying a selection of cheeses, cured meats, confectionery and the occasional clothing bargain. There is a cinema, which does play VO (Version Original) There are also many fashionable clothes and gift shops.
A pedestrian lift pass can be purchased .There are many scenic walks around Meribel and Mottaret and many of the mountain restaurants can be accessed from the gondolas, offering a chance for a non-skier to meet with friends for lunch at the mountain restaurants and bathe on the sun terraces. It is also possible to get to Courchevel 1850.
Meribel Olympic Parc Monday, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays from 2.30pm to 7pm Tuesdays & Thursdays from 2.30pm to 8pm.
Sundays from 10am to 12pm & 2.30pm to 7pm
The views are stunning, and as you glide over the forests you may see deer and other animals that are normally hidden from view. The pilot controls the height but the wind determines which direction you take, so the flight can take anything from one to two hours, depending on when a suitable landing site comes into view.
Hot air balloon - Paraglider/
Parapente +33 (0)6 80 11 86 77
Meribel Olympic Parc
Bowling is open from 4pm until 1am Monday to Sunday throughout the summer and winter seasons
Open from 11am on bad weather days.
Tel. +33 (0) 479 00 36 44
Guide Office +33 (0)6 43 89 72 91
Be in charge of your own sled and team of excitable husky dogs, driving them along forest paths.
Prices start from €60 per person and you will follow a guide throughout your husky tour
Sled dogs - Sledding (supervised descent) Snowmobile – Snowshoeing Takarnaka
+33 (0)4 79 55 39 52
Meribel Olympic Parc
Open from 2.30pm to 7pm, except Thurdays from 5pm to 7pm (last entry 45 mins before closing).
Themes evenings on Wednesday, during the French school holidays, from 9pm to 10.30pm
Ice-hockey matches, on Tuesday at 8.30pm from Dec.
Let a pilot take you on a tour of the beautiful mountains whilst giving you local knowledge and most importantly outstanding views! A truly unique experience that you can enjoy in both the summer and the winter it makes for the perfect activity with family, friends and loved ones.
Aero club - info@ac-meribel.com
Every day except Saturday: 18:00 / 20:45 + 14:00 on bad weather days.
Thursday: additional screenings at 18:00
+33 (0) 4 79 55 43 15
If you are a beginner and have never been ice climbing or climbing before then choose an adventure company or mountain guide who will take you out on the beautiful natural frozen waterfalls surrounding the 3 Valleys. Teaching you technique, safety and more you can tackle these spectacular falls.
All the equipment is provided such as harnesses, helmets and crampons but just make sure you wrap up warm as it can be a cold start. A truly fun, new and unique experience
Bureau des Guides - +33 (0)4 79 00 30 38
Everyday during the afternoon and for apres ski you can whizz and slide down the slopes in an inflatable ring. Definitely an adrenaline filled and fun activity for groups and families.
S3V lift pass offices to book your inner tubing fun!
Snowmobiles are a great way to explore Meribel especially as you get to ride them when the resort is at its quietest. Disappear into the woods and blast around empty snow fields on your scooter with your own guide. Remember to wrap up warmly especially if you go after dark, and bring goggles if there is powder. This is not a sport for the timid!
Snow Biker +33 (0)6 09 94 18 11