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🇫🇷

Alps, France

Meribel Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early December

Season dates, 150 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

9,843ft

Peak Elevation

5,250ft

Vertical Drop

150

Trails

180"

Annual Snow

Overview

Meribel is a ski resort in Alps, France, with an elevation range from 4,593ft (1400m) to 9,843ft (3000m). The vertical drop is 5,250ft (1600m) across 150 trails served by 40 lifts and 3,700 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Chambery Airport (CMF), about 100 minutes away by car. Meribel receives an average of 180 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early December to Late April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Early DecemberCloses: Late April
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

55cm(22in)Moderate

Average snowfall in February, Meribel's snowiest peak-season month.

180"

Annual Snowfall

(457cm)

0°C

February Avg High

-7°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 40% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

180"

annual avg

50
Jan
55
Feb
40
Mar
15
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
3
Oct
10
Nov
45
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

150

Total Trails

40

Lifts

3,700

Skiable Acres

5,250ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

20%
Beginner: 30 trails
42%
Intermediate: 63 trails
28%
Advanced: 42 trails
Expert: 15 trails
20%Beginner (30)
42%Intermediate (63)
28%Advanced (42)
10%Expert (15)

Meribel has 150 trails: 20% green, 42% blue, 28% black, and 10% double-black.

Lift System & Elevation

40

Total Lifts

5,250ft

Vertical Drop

1,600m

(5,250ft)

Elevation Profile

9,843ft

Peak

4,593ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$70

avg/day

$72
Jan
$78
Feb
$68
Mar
$58
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
$72
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($58)

Best Month to Visit Meribel

Top Pick

January

Solid snowGreat valuePeak conditions
71
score
50cm
Moderate
$72/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Meribel, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 50cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

February

55cm snow, very high crowds, $78/day.

Best Value

April

$58/day, 15cm snow, low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

50cm

snowfall

-2°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$72

day pass

February

Peak Season

55cm

snowfall

0°/-7°

high/low °C

crowds

$78

day pass

March

Open

40cm

snowfall

4°/-3°

high/low °C

crowds

$68

day pass

April

Late Season

15cm

snowfall

9°/2°

high/low °C

crowds

$58

day pass

December

Open

45cm

snowfall

-1°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$72

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Meribel.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$68

per day

Season Pass

$1,100

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Trois Vallees

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Meribel is included on the Trois Vallees pass.

Getting to Meribel

Nearest Airport

Chambery Airport (CMF)

Approx. 100 min drive

Location

Alps, France 🇫🇷

45.3963°N, 6.5651°E

The drive from Chambery Airport to Meribel takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Meribel open for the season?
Meribel typically opens in Early December and closes in Late April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Meribel?
A day lift pass at Meribel starts at $68 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Meribel good for beginners?
Meribel has 20% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.
How much snow does Meribel get per year?
Meribel receives an average of 180 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 40% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Meribel?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Meribel in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 50cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
4,593 - 9,843ft
Vertical Drop
5,250ft (1600m)
Trails
150
Lifts
40
Skiable Acres
3,700
Annual Snowfall
180" (457cm)
Season
Early December - Late April
Day Pass
$68
Nearest Airport
CMF (100min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprDec

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