A week of family activities in summer at Méribel

The mountains are attracting more and more families in summer, with a little less crowding than on the Côte d'Azur but with at least as many activities to keep the kids occupied. In the heart of the 3 Valleys, Méribel offers the chance to do all kinds of activities in a superb natural setting in the Alps. Méribel is a Famille Plus-labelled resort, which means that there is plenty of entertainment for children, that prices are adapted to their needs, that children are really pampered by the professionals and that the resort has children's clubs so that adults can enjoy activities with them too. There are children's shows every week, as well as concerts and themed evenings. Even if you can just spend days wandering around the resort to take in all the entertainment, here's a suggestion of a week's worth of activities to do with the whole family._

Family vacations in the mountains

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Day 1: Climbing course for an adventure in the heart of nature

Who is this activity for?

The accrobranche courses are aimed at everyone, even non-sports enthusiasts, as there are courses for all levels.

This activity is aimed more at children over 6 years old or 1m10 but a small fun course is accessible for mini-adventurers from 3 years old.

📍Where can youdo this activity?

Adventure Park

http://www.meribel-aventure.com/?utm_source=easyvoyage

How does the activity work?

After an explanation of the equipment and routes by the instructors, you'll put on a harness, with two lanyards and two karabiners to set off on your own in the park. Children under 16 must always be accompanied by an adult.

The green courses are accessible to children over 1m10 and the blue, red and black courses to those over 1m40.

On the various courses, you can join a hut, snowboard in the air, pedal a bike, take a zip-line descent or experience a mini-adventure with swings from the age of 3.

🕐Hours:

Open from June to September from 9am to 6pm. Every day except Sunday.

💰 Prices:

Mini-adventurer trail: €10

Green course: €10

Green, blue and red course: €24

All courses: €32

⭐### Where to sleep near the tree-climbing course?

Residence Les Fermes de Meribel Méribel

Residence Les Fermes de Meribel

Located in Méribel, less than 44 km from the Albertville Olympic Hall and 50 km from the Col de la Madeleine, Residence Les Fermes de Meribel.
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£246
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Day 2: Botanical trail in the Plan de Tuéda national reserve

Who is this tour for?

For children aged 3 and under, it is important to bring a baby carrier. For older children, this botanical trail is very accessible despite its positive difference in altitude of 180 metres.

How do I get to the trail?

Park in the Plan Ravet car park and the trail starts 200 metres along on the left.

What can you discover on this walk?

During this 2km walk, you'll discover three reading tables: the first on the theme of the marsh, with information on the peat bog and butterwort, a carnivorous plant; the second on the scree slopes and their colonisation by plants, where you can also spot marmots; and the third in the heart of the forest, where you can meet a small bird: the speckled nutcracker.

On arrival at the summit, you can rest and picnic in a dedicated area and relax by the water.

Map of Tuéda

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Instructions for respecting nature:

Don't pick up anything, don't throw anything away, don't bring your dog and be calm so you can enjoy the area without disturbing the wildlife that lives there.

Day 3: Test the electric skateboard

Méribel also offers another rather original activity, an electric skateboard ride.

Who is this activity for?

For children aged 8 and over and adults, of course. The speed of the skateboard ranges from 3 to 30km/h, so there's something for everyone, from those who just want to get out and about to those who want to experience the thrill of the ride.

Who should you try this activity with?

EM Skate in Méribel Centre

☎️06 89 65 89 35

How does the activity work?

You can choose between a 30-minute initiation or a one-hour ride to discover Méribel's best spots.

💰 Price:

Between €20 and €35

Open every day from 9am to 8pm in summer.

⭐### Where to sleep in the centre of Méribel?

Hotel La Taverne Méribel

Hotel La Taverne

All rooms have heating, a wardrobe and a private bathroom with bath or shower.
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£105
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Day 4: Explor Games

A great way to get children of all ages out and about in a fun, interactive treasure hunt.

Who is this activity for?

The Méribel Heart Quest is for everyone, especially children aged 6 and over. Younger children won't be able to understand the game as well, but will enjoy looking for the QR codes hidden along the way.

How does the activity work?

After downloading the "Méribel Explor Games" application, you can launch the "Quest for the Heart of Méribel" trail and begin the adventure.

Your aim will be to save the Vallée de Méribel.

The activity lasts around 2 hours, depending on the age of the children.

© Explore Game Méribel / Youtube

⭐### Where to sleep nearby?

Residence Odalys Le Hameau du Mottaret Méribel

Residence Odalys Le Hameau du Mottaret

The hotel has direct access to the slopes, ski lifts and shops.
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£119
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Day 5: Hike to the Traye refuge and on-site activities

Who is this walk for?

This walk is aimed at children who are used to walking, as it is 6.9 km long with 411 m of ascent and 198 m of descent, but you have the option of going up by shuttle bus or electric mountain bike.

How does the tour work?

You'll set off from Méribel to reach Les Granges, the Chalet des Grandes Arcosses, Plan Parchet, Mergolaz and then the refuge de la Traye.

What to do on arrival?

At the refuge, there are plenty of games and activities on offer, including an educational farm, a tree climbing course with a zip line, archery and painting and pottery workshops.

You can also spend the night in the refuge.

Refuge de la Traye Méribel

Refuge de la Traye

Refuge de la Traye has a restaurant, bar and spa in Méribel.
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£492
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Day 6: Buggy ride

Another way to discover Méribel is on a buggy ride, accompanied by an adult with a driving licence.

Who is this activity for?

All parents with children aged between 4 and 5 (depending on body shape). Please note that pairs are required, with one parent and one child in each buggy.

How does the activity work?

You can go for a one-hour, half-day or full-day ride around the villages, around the Col de la Lune or in the valleys.

Who can I go buggy riding with?

With Quad Biker

Route de Villaret

73550 Les Allues

☎️06 09 94 18 11

🕐Prices and times :

💰For 1 hour of buggy: €130 for the driver and €30 for the passenger.

💰 For half a day: €250 for the driver and €40 for the passenger

💰For a full day: €390 for the driver and €120 for the passenger

⭐ ### Where to sleep nearby?

Chalet KAWA Méribel
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Chalet KAWA

The chalet has a hammam and you can enjoy activities such as hiking, skiing and darts.
9.1 Fabulous
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£741 / night
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Day 7: A canyoning trip

36 minutes from Méribel, in the Eaux Rousses river, you can discover canyoning with the whole family.

Canyoning down a natural water slide

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Who is this activity for?

This half-day canyoning activity is open to children aged 10 and over and to adults, even those who are not keen on canyoning.

Who should take part?

This canyoning trip is organised by

H2O Sports

Espace de loisirs du Perrey

73210 Landry

☎️04 79 07 97 21

https://h2osports.fr/?utm_source=easyvoyage

How does the activity work?

After a 20-minute walk to warm up, you'll head down to the canyon where you'll slide and jump. Half a day to discover canyoning. If you're just a guide, you can follow the participants on a path that follows the canyon.

💰 Price:

62€ per person

Open from 1 April to 30 June, Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 12pm and 2pm to 5.30pm, and Saturday, 9am to 6pm.

From 1 July to 31 August, daily from 9am to 7pm.

⭐### Where to stay near the base of Bozel?

L'alpin 3* hotel Méribel

L'alpin 3* hotel

All rooms have flat-screen TVs, en suite bathrooms and balconies with city views.
From
£125
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