Méribel, a ski resort dedicated to joy
Méribel is an ideal destination for buying an apartment or chalet in the French Alps.
The Méribel ski slopes open on December 7th, and are eagerly awaited by snow enthusiasts and lovers of cosy firesides. The resort harmoniously blends back-to-basics elegance, tradition and modernity across both winter and summer months. In a word, Méribel reaches new heights when combining nature and excellence.
Méribel: an iconic 3 Valleys resort
At the heart of the world's largest ski area, the Three Valleys, Méribel promises a unique experience, where skiers never take the same run twice, and enjoy riding on some of the legendary runs, such as La Saulire. A difficult choice between, downhill or Nordic skiing, snowboarding, freeride or ski touring, yet its 600 km of pistes offer an infinite range of possibilities.
With the majority of its slopes above 1,800m, Méribel enjoys exceptional snow conditions annually, surpassing many other resorts around the world. Among its many assets, Méribel is a resort with charm and character: its buildings respect the natural environment and local architectural heritage. Here chalets are traditional, made of stone and wood, and pay homage to the purest Savoyard style. Nestled in a cirque between valleys and forests, the panoramic views are exceptional, with Mont Blanc as a backdrop.
Méribel is a resort with charm and character
Méribel buildings respect the natural environment and local architectural heritage.
Beyond the pleasures of the slopes, Méribel also offers a sought-after lifestyle. The chic resort offers a lively off-piste scene, with renowned restaurants vying with one another to offer gastronomic delights, including the famous Michelin-starred Ekrin restaurant, part of the Hôtel le Kaïla, and Le Resto, part of the Hôtel Savoy.
And if Méribel is enchanting in the snow, the resort continues to thrive year round. A veritable open-air playground, this part of the Alps unveils exceptional landscapes where lakes, forests, streams and alpine trails mingle. An ideal place to recharge your batteries, enjoy unique experiences, and take in the beauty of the landscape with the infinite as your horizon.
Investing in Méribel: the advantages of property in Méribel.
Attracting an increasingly affluent clientele, Méribel has developed its upscale real estate offering. The market is marked by prestige properties - apartments and chalets - with luxury amenities. Since peaking in 2019, prices have continued to fluctuate, as the post-Covid period has heightened buyers' attraction to properties in the heart of nature. Although new developments have moderated prices by expanding supply, demand remains higher. Investing in Méribel is therefore a solid and promising option.
The resort is divided into four districts, each with its own character. The three most sought-after areas are Méribel-Mottaret, Méribel-Centre and Méribel-Les Allues. What attracts people to Méribel-Mottaret is its privileged location, at the foot of the slopes in winter and at the gateway to the Parc de la Vanoise in summer. Méribel-Centre offers a friendly atmosphere right in the heart of the resort. As for Les Allues, this authentic, unspoilt district is appreciated for its mountain lifestyle and its traditional chalets, albeit at relatively higher prices.
Average property prices in Méribel exceed €4,800 per sq m for apartments, rising to almost €8,000 per sq m for luxury properties. Prestige chalets can fetch up to €14,000 per sq m, depending on location and features.
An iconic resort
Méribel promises a unique experience where skiers never take the same run twice, its 600 km of pistes offer an infintie range of possibilites.
Méribel: a must-see resort in the Alps
Known as a family friendly resort, Méribel can accommodate all ages and interest, with wide ranging entertainment options from dedicated child friendly activities such as evening tobogganing, to cultural events, golf, spas, restaurants, tennis courts and other facilities, Méribel knows how to meet the expectations of its buyers and residents year round. And this winter, Méribel is reinventing itself with something new for everyone, including a selection of new and more accessible slopes.
The modernized ‘Tapis de Mottaret’ and the new beginners' zone at La Chaudanne, as well as the new “Rossignol” piste and the “Pic B leu” ski touring route, add further options for ski and nature lovers.
Unique facilities, such as the panoramic rooftop at Roc de Fer and a photo spot at Mont Vallon, offer spectacular views. Whilst the latest “Family Flex” and ‘Skiflex’ ski passes meet the needs of families and flexible skiers.
Last but not least, the updated 3 Vallées application and dynamic signage enhance the digital experience, ensuring that Méribel remains a must-visit resort, winter and summer alike.
Méribel is a rare opportunity, whether you're looking to settle here or invest in a second home or a rental property. Would you like to discover this unique living environment? Discover all our chalets and apartments for sale in Méribel.