Méribel in the heart of the world’s largest ski area, the 3 Vallées, has announced that it is installing two new lifts and reshaping a key piste ahead of next season, which will run from December 2017 to 22 April 2018.
The old Roc de Tougne draglifts at Mottaret are to be replaced by a high-speed detachable six-seat chairlift which will cut uplift time to just three minutes.
The new lift will make it easier to reach north facing slopes and to transfer across to the slopes of neighbouring Les Menuires.
In addition the Lac de la Chambre piste Val Thorens and Méribel will be easier to ski or board as several difficult sections will be by-passed, meaning the piste can be down graded from red to blue.
Other improvements will include a new covered conveyor lift for beginners at the popular Rond-Point, a new easier terrain park, an expansion of snow making, more rest-spots and additional features in terrain parks.
