Why Méribel is Highly Rated for Expert Skiers

Méribel is a resort that a lot of expert skiers will be familiar with. Meribel has received our silver award for Best Resort for Expert Skiers. Earning its 4.70/5.00 expert skier rating by delivering some of the Alps' most thrilling extreme terrain. Expert skier Sophie notes that while the resort offers plenty of blue and green runs, it's the challenging black runs that truly set Méribel apart. The mountain's formidable technical challenges are complemented by incredible access to the entire Three Valleys area, allowing experts to explore over 600km of interconnected slopes. Nick, an advanced skier, points out that Méribel offers "very challenging" terrain with "some lift served off-piste available," perfect for those seeking to push their limits. The area around Mont Vallon and Roc de Fer delivers exceptional steep descents when fresh snow falls, with Eddy, an expert snowboarder, mentioning that "the lines around Mont Vallon and Roc de Fer are definitely worth checking out when the snow is fresh."

The resort's professional-level challenges have made it a magnet for expert skiers worldwide. One Snomad community member named Thomas highlights that "The variety of expert terrain is remarkable – from the infamous Couloir Tournier to the demanding Mont Vallon area featuring the exceptional Combe Vallon red run that challenges even seasoned veterans." For those seeking cliff drops and intense vertical, expert skier Jerry enthuses about the resort's ability to "accommodate all skillsets of skiers" while maintaining terrain that pushes the boundaries for the most advanced. Tanya, an advanced snowboarder, succinctly captures what makes Méribel special for experts: "Reasonably hard runs" combined with "great snow" at the higher elevations create the perfect playground for those seeking the ultimate alpine challenge.

Want to know if this resort is right for you? Read our full resort guide to see how Meribel stacks up across all 20 of our community-rated categories.