Les 3 Vallées, the largest ski area in the world, still has plenty of surprises in store for you! From spectacular innovations to brand-new installations, the 2026-2027 winter season promises unique experiences and upgraded facilities. Get ready to reach new heights and fully enjoy these improvements that will transform your runs.
Updated on 10/08/2026
Stay up to date with the latest news in Méribel and across the 3 Vallées ski area: infrastructure, slopes, ski lifts, services, and experiences. Discover innovations, upgraded facilities, and new activities that make your stay in Méribel even more enjoyable. Whether you’re passionate about skiing, snowboarding, family activities, or relaxation, explore the latest updates from the world’s largest ski area.
The renovation of the Rhodos gondola has entered its final phase, with work now taking place on the upper station.
Following the modernisation of the lower station, intermediate station, machinery and cabins, this latest phase will complete the transformation of this key lift in the ski area.
The work includes the façades, platforms, garage, control room, as well as the creation of new public toilets and a dedicated space for ski schools. The aim is simple: to provide greater comfort for visitors, improve on-site services and enhance safety for operations and maintenance teams.
This year, Méribel Alpina is building a new public toilet block in the heart of the La Chaudanne plateau, to improve comfort for skiers and families.
Designed to make your day on the slopes easier, this new facility will provide modern, comfortable toilets adapted to visitors’ needs. The building will also feature ski pass purchase terminals outside, making access to the ski area even easier and more convenient.
Located in the heart of one of Méribel’s central areas, this new infrastructure will enhance the services available at the foot of the slopes.
In spring 2026, Méribel Alpina began renovating the snowmaking system on the Truite piste, an important link between Méribel-Mottaret and Méribel.
This modernisation will improve snow coverage on this popular green run, which is particularly useful for beginner skiers, while also increasing the energy efficiency of the facilities and improving water resource management.
The water intake supplying the system will also be renovated, with particular attention paid to preserving the natural flow of the watercourse and protecting biodiversity.
Ne skiez plus au hasard, profitez pleinement de chaque instant. Avec Itinemap, la nouvelle fonctionnalité de l'application mobile des 3 Vallées, le domaine skiable devient plus simple à explorer que jamais.
Grâce à une cartographie interactive haute précision et un moteur d'itinéraire intelligent, Itinemap vous guide au cœur du plus grand domaine skiable du monde en proposant le parcours le plus adapté à votre profil. Les recommandations s'ajustent en temps réel selon l'ouverture des pistes et des remontées mécaniques, les conditions d'exploitation du domaine et votre niveau de ski.
Que vous souhaitiez rejoindre un restaurant d'altitude, retrouver vos proches à un endroit précis, accéder à un secteur du domaine ou simplement découvrir de nouveaux itinéraires, l'application 3 Vallées vous accompagne à chaque virage pour une expérience plus fluide, plus sereine et entièrement personnalisée.
The Plattières gondola is getting a creative new look with an original artistic design created in collaboration with Lucas Beaufort.
Known for his graphic universe inspired by surfing, the mountains and board sports, the artist has created a design that pays tribute to the former gondola, whose customised cabins left a lasting impression.
Some of the cabins have become true visual works of art, turning the journey itself into a unique experience. This artistic approach brings a creative and contemporary dimension to the lift, in the heart of Les 3 Vallées.
For the 2026–2027 winter season, the Châtelet detachable chairlift will return to service. Its reopening will provide easy access to the snowpark without having to descend all the way back to the snow front. Freestyle enthusiasts will therefore have easier access to the area.
Work on the Pas du Lac area continues with the reshaping of the Niverolle piste.
This project will improve the skiing experience in the area, with a smoother and more enjoyable piste. The Niverolle is now also equipped with snowmaking facilities, providing more reliable snow coverage throughout the season.
The result: a more comfortable, smoother descent, better suited to skiers using this side of the mountain.
For the 2026–2027 winter season, the Méribel-Mottaret Snowpark is adopting a new visual identity and redesigned signage.
The aim is to make the freestyle area easier to navigate, more recognisable and more immersive for riders.
This winter, the La Tania gondola is getting a makeover to offer greater comfort to skiers and visitors.
Located on the snow front, this key lift in Courchevel carries nearly 400,000 people every winter. Opened in 1990, it is now entering a new phase of modernisation to provide a smoother, more enjoyable experience that better meets today’s expectations.
The 52 existing cabins will be replaced by new 8-seater Poma cabins, featuring panoramic views, comfortable seating, wider doors and storage for skis and snowboards. The stations and technical equipment will also be upgraded to improve the reliability and safety of the installation.
The sledging run connecting Courchevel 1850 to Courchevel Village is getting a new atmosphere with Fera Lumia, a new themed experience inspired by Courchevel’s distinctive elegance.
Designed as a descent through forests, speed and light, Fera Lumia transforms the run into a vibrant experience that can be enjoyed day and night. In the forest, lighting effects highlight the curves, follow the movement and bring a new intensity to the descent.
The experience focuses on precision, smooth gliding and the staging of the surrounding landscape. During the day, the run blends into the mountain’s natural reflections. At night, it becomes a luminous trail guiding sledgers all the way to Courchevel Village.
From the 2026–2027 season, the top of Chenus will feature a new 300 m² wooden panoramic terrace, open to both skiers and pedestrians.
Facing Saulire, it will offer one of Courchevel’s most striking viewpoints, with an ideal orientation for making the most of the mountain scenery. Carefully selected furniture, a dedicated relaxation area and unobstructed views of the peaks have all been designed to make this stop a true moment to pause and take in the surroundings.
Located opposite the new picnic room, fully inaugurated in 2026, the terrace will complete a service area designed to meet every need: taking in the views, enjoying a quick lunch, meeting up with friends or simply relaxing in the sunshine.
They will also appear at the top of Signal and at the Col de la Loze. Two new landmarks to discover while taking a break and enjoying some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Alps.
At Les Menuires, the Pelvoux sledging area, located on the La Croisette snow front, is getting a brand-new visual identity.
New features have been added to improve safety and comfort during descents, while foam benches have been installed for accompanying adults.
A more clearly defined and welcoming space for enjoying sledging with the whole family.
The Montagnette and Pixel Area fun zones have been enhanced with new features dedicated to skiing and play.
These areas offer a greater variety of descents and add an extra fun dimension to the day on the slopes, particularly for families.
At the top of the Roc 1 gondola, a new beginners’ area welcomes skiers discovering the joys of skiing.
Designed for first descents, this secure space allows beginners to build confidence in a simple and accessible environment. Thanks to a freely accessible magic carpet, beginners can easily ride back up the slope and practise at their own pace.
This new facility gives beginners the opportunity to learn the basics of skiing, progress at their own pace and gradually become more independent.
Following an initial trial in the Lac du Lou area, the resort is continuing to roll out this technology with a second autonomous drone now operating in Val Thorens.
Remotely controlled, this equipment can monitor a large, heavily used off-piste area and support the teams in their surveillance, safety and rescue operations.
This winter, a new photo system is being introduced on the Peyron chairlift in Orelle. A few seconds before reaching the top, skiers are automatically photographed.
The photo can then be collected free of charge from a terminal at the chairlift exit, using their ski pass or an email address. A simple way to keep and share a souvenir of your time in Orelle with family and friends.
With La Trace du Loup, Orelle is offering a new route dedicated to ski touring.
Suitable for intermediate-level skiers, this itinerary offers a different way to discover the mountains, at your own pace, in a quieter setting and closer to the great outdoors. The route features a rewarding climb, with around 650 metres of positive elevation gain over 2.5 hours of effort.
A new experience for those who enjoy gaining altitude, taking in the silence of the mountains and discovering Orelle in a whole new way, with skis on.
Winter 2026-2027 promises to be exceptional in Les 3 Vallées! With new features and enhanced comfort, everything is in place to make your stay an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Alps.