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Guide to the best Three Valleys ski holidays in Meribel. Image by Méribel Tourisme © David André

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Three Valleys News for 2025/26 Winter Season

Courchevel, Méribel, Val Thorens, Les Menuires, Saint-Martin-de-Belleville and Orelle – quite a line up for the Three Valleys. From fresh lift upgrades to new places to stay and big-ticket race days, here’s the Three Valleys News for the 2025/26 winter…

Skiing, Snowboarding
Brides Les Bains, Courchevel, Europe, France, French Alps, Les Menuires, Meribel, Orelle, Rhone Alpes, Three Valleys, Val Thorens

Blog, Reviews, Travel Articles

Mountain Biking in Belleville Valley: Review of Les Menuires MTB

In August 2023 I went downhill mountain biking in Belleville Valley, France. Despite awful weather, during this review of Les Menuires MTB I had a great time in this French Alps bike park. You can expect great infrastructure and excellent…

easy mountain bike ride from Les Menuires to St Martin de Belleville

Blog, Reviews, Travel Articles

Review of Les Menuires Summer Activity Holiday in Belleville Valley

Do you fancy an alternative to the annual summer beach holiday this year? If like me, true relaxation comes your from trying out new experience, rather than bagging the ultimate sun lounge, then check out this review of Les Menuires…

Holidays

Skiing in France: French Alps 1-Week Ski Holiday Package

Have fun skiing in France with our French Alps 1-week ski holiday package that includes return UK flights and accommodation! It is no surprise that France is the most popular skiing destination for Britons. The majority of resorts are easy…

Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Avoriaz, Chamonix Valley, Europe, Flaine, France, French Alps, La Plagne, Les Arcs, Les Deux Alpes, Meribel, Portes Du Soleil, Tignes, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens

Holidays

1-Week Snowboarding Holiday Package in the French Alps

Have fun snowboarding in France with our 1-week snowboarding holiday package in the French Alps that includes return UK flights and accommodation! It is no surprise that France is the most popular snowboarding destination for Britons. The majority of resorts…

Snowboarding
Alpe d'Huez, Alps, Avoriaz, Chamonix Valley, Europe, Flaine, France, French Alps, La Plagne, Les Arcs, Les Deux Alpes, Meribel, Portes Du Soleil, Tignes, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens

Holidays

Ski Holiday in the French Alps: Off Piste Skiing in France

Off piste skiing in France! Enjoy a ski holiday in the French Alps. Exploring more of the mountain in natural terrain is a whole new level of fun compared to groomed pistes, but it comes with an increased level of…

1-Week Ski Holiday in France: Exclusive for 18–30 year olds

1-Week Ski Holiday in France: Exclusive for 18–30 year olds UCPA are hosting 18–30 year olds ONLY on 7 different dates throughout the winter season taking over 7 of the best UCPA centres. A great opportunity to ski or snowboard…

Holidays

1-Week Beginner Snowboarding Holiday in France

Learn to snowboard on this 1-week beginner snowboarding holiday in France! Whether you are an adrenaline junkie wanting to try something new or are looking to experience the infamous Après Ski that the alpine resorts pride themselves with, a winter…

France off-piste skiing day: French Alps freeride ski experience with esf

Courses

France Splitboarding course: Splitboard lessons in the Alps

Are you a snowboarder who wants to explore away from the regular slopes under your own steam? Then a France Splitboarding course with esf is what you are looking for. So if you are you a good snowboarder and want…

Splitboarding
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

Courses

Ski Touring course in France: Backcountry skiing in the Alps

Want to explore away from the regular slopes under your own steam? Then a ski touring course in France with esf which will see you backcountry skiing in the Alps. So if you are you a good skier and want…

Ski Touring
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

France ski racing course: Learn to ski race in the Alps with esf

Courses

French Alps slalom training: Learn to ski slalom in France

esf nurtures and grows the seeds of champions and encourages everyone to surpass themselves. Club esf will take you to the top – Train throughout the season and be on top of the test. Do you dream of the perfect…

Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

Courses

France ski racing course: Learn to ski race in the Alps

Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

Courses

French Alps Nordic/Cross Country skiing lessons in France

Surprise yourself in other disciplines under the guidance of our esf mountain enthusiasts! Disciplines include: Cross Country Skiing, Biathlon, Ski Touring plus more. Who is Cross Country Skiing for? Not necessarily a typical British pastime, Cross Country skiing can offer…

Cross Country Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

Experiences

Guided skiing in France with ESF ski instructor for a day

Hire your own esf instructor to ensure you see and discover the areas you want to see. This service allows you or small groups of family and friends to explore more of the mountains with an esf instructor. One of…

Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 1950, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

Experiences

France freeride snowboarding day: Off Piste Alps snowboard experience

Take yourself over the edge of the regular slopes and off the beaten track on a France freeride snowboarding day. Are you a very good snowboarder and want to explore new horizons as well as experience new thrills, knee deep…

Snowboarding
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 1950, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

Experiences

France off-piste skiing day: French Alps freeride ski experience

Take yourself over the edge of the regular slopes and off the beaten track on a France off-piste skiing day. Are you a very good skier and want to explore new horizons as well as experience new thrills, knee deep…

Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 1950, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

France HandiSki tuition: French Alps disability skiing experience with esf

Experiences

French Alps HandiSki experience: Disability skiing in France

Skiing made possible for everyone with esf disability skiing in France. Specialised esf instructors trained in teaching people with disabilities or minor disabilities are there to help you discover the joy of skiing. With many types of equipment adapted to…

Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 1950, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

Courses

France HandiSki tuition: French Alps disability skiing lessons

Skiing made possible for everyone with esf disability skiing lessons in French Alps! Specialised esf instructors trained in teaching people with disabilities or minor disabilities are there to help you discover the joy of skiing. With many types of equipment…

Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

Courses

ESF Piou-Piou kids ski club: 3-5 years skiing lessons in France

ESF Piou-Piou kids ski club is an ideal way to introduce children to skiing in the mountains by playing games and having fun with Piou Piou and friends. Essentially it is 3-5 years skiing lessons in France all in a…

Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve

Courses

5 to 12 year olds ski lessons in France: Kids skiing course

Children learn in many different ways. With esf, every child is encouraged to learn to ski at their own pace whilst having fun in friendly groups. Our established team allow each group to grow in confidence and respect the mountains. …

Skiing
Alpe d'Huez, Alpes Maritimes, Alps, Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 2000, Argentiere, Aussois, Avoriaz, Chamonix, Champagny, Chatel, Combloux, Courchevel, Espace Killy, Europe, Evasion Mont Blanc, Flaine, France, French Alps, Grand Domaine, Grand Massif, Hautes Alpes, La Chapelle d'Abondance, La Clusaz, La Norma, La Plagne, La Rosiere, La Tania, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Le Grand Bornand, Les Arcs, Les Carroz, Les Contamines, Les Deux Alpes, Les Gets, Les Houches, Les Karellis, Les Menuires, Les Sybelles, Lindarets, Longchamp, Megève, Meribel, Montalbert, Montchavin, Montgenevre, Morzine, Paradiski, Peisey-Nancroix, Portes Du Soleil, Rhone Alpes, Saint Francois, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Sainte Foy, Sainte Gervais, Samoens, Serre Chevalier, Southern French Alps, Sybelles Maurienne, Tarentaise Valley, Three Valleys, Tignes, Val Cenis, Val D'Isere, Val Thorens, Valfrejus, Vallandry, Valloire, Valmeinier, Valmorel, Villeneuve