Meribel & Mottaret
At the heart of the three valleys, Meribel is really where the British ski industry kicked off in France with Peter Lindsay investing and planning the resort from the late 1930’s .
This resort along with Mottaret hosts hundred of thousands of Brits every winter, the valley itself is very wide, open and sunny but the main problems you really get here are the queues in the bottom of either meribel or mottaret as people are trying to head up the other side.
That said a season here will offer you great skiing and a great seasonairre vibe as there are simply thousands of staff working the bars / restaurants / shops /chalets etc etc
Jobs in Meribel
There is a wealth of opportunities here , every big ski company along with smaller chalet companies , you sometimes wonder if you are in France when you hear the amount of English staff !
Bar & restaurant jobs are plentiful here too.
Chefs of all abilities
Full-time
European Pubs Ltd
Aug, 21
Receptionist / Housekeeper Manager
Full-time
European Pubs Ltd
Aug, 20
Private nanny - Ski Resort
Full-time
Meribel Nanny Services
Aug, 20
Merinannies
Sep, 20
Sous Chefs - Jacks
Full-time
European Pubs Ltd
Sep, 19
Front of House Management Roles
Full-time
European Pubs Ltd
Aug, 21
Hotel Restaurant Manager
Full-time
European Pubs Ltd
Aug, 20
Meribel Resort centre
La Taverne & the Doron Pub , two of the most established institutions in meribel , hosting live music , DJ’s , raffles and madness.
La Poste .. if you have the money !! there will always be a few of the old school ski bums looking at this shaking their heads at what was once the Capricorn (just ask someone when you get there )
Barometer Bar .. always a laid back atmosphere in here .
La Folie Douce is a firm favourite with seasonairres and rich tourists alike, situated at the mid point of the Saulire Express telecabine. If you are working in Courchevel or Meribel you can get a Folie Douce seasonairres card which gets you a decent discount and meal deals too!
Lodge du Village , higher up in Meribel Village , this is now a firm favourite for all seasonaires , great way to finish the day!
Slopes
Depending on the time of the year , you will want to plan your day around the sun , now one wants to be skiing back in the cold shadowy runs!
But you have to head up to Mt Vallon for some brilliant wide open fast skiing , from there you can drop over into Val thorens ( and maybe head to the fourth valley !)
One of the big draws are the two parks : DC area 43 snow park and the Moon park … you will be spending a fair amount of time hanging around here !
Top Tips
The Meribel Couloir ( or Death Couloir ) has been toyed with and you can now get your ride filmed and posted straight to facebook .. although this has taken the mystique away .
On powder days with lots of snow , head into the trees and ski down to Brides les Bains , and don’t miss out on the trees above Raffort.
If you have a three valley pass and Meribel / Mottaret is heaving , then head up to Saulire and drop over into Courchevel 1650 and get away from it all !
Bars..where to start ?
- Le Rond Point (The Ronnie)
- Atmosphere: Known for its lively après-ski scene, Le Rond Point is a popular spot for live music, DJs, and a buzzing outdoor terrace.
- Specialties: Famous for its toffee vodka and party atmosphere.
- Location: Located on the slopes, it’s the perfect place to end your ski day with some fun.
- Folie Douce Méribel-Courchevel
- Atmosphere: A high-energy open-air club on the mountain, known for its daily après-ski parties with live performances and DJs.
- Specialties: Spectacular cabaret shows and dance music.
- Location: On the slopes between Méribel and Courchevel, accessible by ski lift.
- La Taverne
- Atmosphere: A cozy pub with a welcoming vibe, perfect for a relaxed evening.
- Specialties: Great selection of beers, live sports broadcasts, and occasional live music.
- Location: Situated in the heart of Méribel.
- Le Pub
- Atmosphere: Classic pub atmosphere with a mix of locals and tourists.
- Specialties: Wide range of beers, cocktails, and hearty pub food.
- Location: Central Méribel, making it an easy stop for a casual night out.
- Jack’s Bar
- Atmosphere: Known for its fun and friendly environment, featuring live music and comedy nights.
- Specialties: Happy hour deals, cocktails, and pub food.
- Location: Conveniently located near the main lifts.