Secret spots in the World's largest ski area

Secret slopes in Méribel

Discover the secret slopes of Méribel and the 3 Vallées, lesser-known routes that offer experiences away from the crowds. These hidden runs, accessible to skilled skiers and guided depending on the area, allow you to explore varied zones of the ski domain — from Méribel to Courchevel, Val Thorens, Les Menuires, and Orelle — while enjoying breathtaking Alpine panoramas. Embark on an adventure to experience a different kind of skiing and uncover hidden slopes in the heart of the 3 Vallées.

The magic of les 3 Vallées is that early intermediate skiers can access summits they never dared dream of and complete long descents they never thought possible. For a taste of this magic, head to the summit of Roc de Fer (2,290m) for a breath-taking view (webcam here for a foretaste of what awaits you !). Next, take the blue run of the same name which offers you a sumptuous descent, then a second blue run, Raffort. Ending in the hamlet of the same name, this little-used, winding forest piste is an absolute gem.

How to get there from Méribel on the blues runs ?

How to get there from Méribel on the red runs ?

On the far edge of the 3 Vallées ski area, the Courchevel Moriond sector blessed by its geography with maximum sunshine all season long! Wide open boulevards give way to beautiful forest itineraries, all on naturally rolling pistes. Here, make you way to the Belvédère piste, accessed via the lift of the same name, to discover all these joys in a form suitable for beginners !

How to get there from Méribel on the green and blue runs ?

When you pass from Val Thorens to Orelle, at the other extremity of the ski area, you enter the Maurienne valley. Which is magnificent, to say the very least ! Less frequented than other, more central areas, Orelle has preserved its wild beauty. It’s a paradise for fans of long and almost untouched slopes. This is especially true of Coraïa, the highest piste in les 3 Vallées which starts at the highest point in les 3 Vallées, at 3,230m above ski level. A well-earned pleasure…

How to get there from Méribel ?

Closely associated with the resort it overlooks, la Point de la Masse shouldn’t be missed when you are skiing in the Belleville valley or in les 3 Vallées. And for good reason; this area offers everything a skier could dream of : pistes for all levels, fun zones and legendary off-piste. Expert skiers will naturally want to launch themselves down Lac noir, a black run offering all the sensations of skiing in the high mountains.