Méribel & Mottaret - Introduction — France — Kuoni Travel Snow 2008 online holiday brochure

The attractive villages of Méribel and Mottaret nestle in the heart of the Three Valleys and have long been a firm favourites of the British who enjoy the endless skiing opportunities on offer. méribel & mottaret Méribel and Mottaret really do seem to have it all. Attractive centres, pretty tree-lined slopes, high altitude runs and a bustling nightlife. Added to this, the resorts have an enviable position right in the centre of the superb Three Valleys ski area with easy access to neighbouring Courchevel and Val Thorens so you can really enjoy the superb skiing and boarding. MOUNTAIN FACTS Altitude pistes 2950m Altitude resort 1750m Pistes 150km Méribel Valley, 600km Three Valleys Direction of slopes northwest, east and southeast Gondolas 16 Cable cars none Drag lifts 12 Chair lifts 18 Cross-country trails 33km Snow cannons 650 Pistes Green Blue Red Black No. of runs 4 40 24 9 6 day lift pass Adult Child £162 £123 Child 5-12 years Pass covers all lifts in the Three Valleys and includes a day in the Espace Killy (transport not included). MÉRIBEL VALLEY PISTE MAP Mont du Vallon 2952m Dent de Burgin 2739m Rocher de la Loze 2526m Aiguille du Fruit 3051m Mont du Borgne 3153m Mont de la Chambre 2850m 3 Marches 2704m Mont de la Challe 2573m Roc de Tougne 2537m Tougnete 2434m Cherferie 2129m Roc de Fer 2294m Meribel Altiport 1700m Altiport Courchevel La Tania MERIBEL 1450m Meribel Village 1400m Chandon Brides Les Bains 600m Les Allues 1100m Meribel Mottaret 1750m Plan de L'homme Ski school Ski Ski hire Ski & boot hire Adult £128 Standard £73 £98 Child £275 Superior £87 £116 Child £39 £52 Le Raffort Adult 5 x 2 hours, Child 6-12 years 5 x 4¼ hours LOCAL SKI INFORMATION BEGINNERS There are gentle sheltered slopes for beginners at the Altiport above Méribel and at Mottaret. INTERMEDIATES Méribel and Mottaret are a paradise for intermediates with miles of runs and perfect access to the Three Valleys. The 5km red run from the top of the Mont Vallon is a definite `must'. ADVANCED The whole of the valley offers plenty for the advanced skier, with some off-piste opportunities on the Mont Vallon and from the Côte Brune chairlift or try out the moguls on `Les Bosses'. BOARDING Terrain parks 1 Meribel Mottaret (5 in Three Valleys) Board school Adult Child Board hire Adult Child £128 £128 Board hire £87 £56 Adult 5 x 2 hours, Child 10-12 years 5 x 2 hours Board & Boot hire £116 £75 Boarding Info Méribel is a favourite resort with British snowboarders due to the fact it has powder fields, well groomed pistes and an excellent board park. The Campagnol and Mont Vallon are suitable for advanced boarders, whilst beginners can try the runs between Méribel and Mottaret. For more details about the resort and its facilities visit our website at www.kuoni.co.uk APRÈS SKI The atmosphere is very lively with many British-run bars. Le Rond Point terrace is a favourite spot for an après ski drink at sundown. ACTIVITIES There is an Olympic park with ice rink, ice karting, climbing wall and large swimming pool in Méribel. Outdoor activities include paragliding, dog sledding and snowmobiling. 1 3 4 1 The beautiful setting of Méribel and Mottaret 2 Show off your ski skills on the slopes of Méribel 3 Hotel Alpen Ruitor 4 Allodis, on the piste 2 36

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