Our best 3 Vallées outdoor picnic spots

Atmosphere: Breath-taking panoramic views with a feel of the Dolomites or the Grand Canyon, deck chairs … and peace and quiet into the bargain!

We love: An incredible view over the Italian side of Mont Blanc. And our ski patrollers are on hand to chat to.

Access: At the top of Le Signal chairlift.

Atmosphere: A site that became legendary for hosting a Tour de France stage and which will be reliving the experience for the 2023 edition!

We love: Several picnic tables are available, plus a 360° view… or very nearly! Not forgetting the giant bike you can pose in front of for photos…

Access: From Courchevel, take the Dou des Lanches chairlift, and from Méribel take La Loze chairlift.

Atmosphere: A tepee with a view, for an atmosphere that’s authentic and… exceptional!

We love: The incredible view from the wooden deck chairs for peacefully chilling in the sunshine.

Access: Ultra-easy, from Le Col de la Loze, take the blue Col de la Loze run. The cabin is on the left, located 100 metres further down.

Atmosphere: Cultural! You’re surrounded and encircled by works of art. Walk around and feast your eyes…

We love: The beautiful open-air museum. Enjoy your picnic in front of an artist’s canvas, with Mont Blanc as your backdrop.

Access: At the top of the Biollay chairlift.

Atmosphere: Protected from the wind by resort-branded heart-shaped shelters, eat lunch up close and personal with the Saulire summit.

We love: It’s one of our best-kept secrets! Located in a peaceful spot, it’s the perfect site for enjoying a tranquil lunch.

Access: From Méribel centre, take the Legends chairlift. The picnic area is located right next to the top.

Atmosphere: At an altitude of almost 2,300 metres, you can soak up views over the Belleville Valley. When the sky is clear, drink in the panorama of the lower Tarentaise Valley.

We love: You can immortalise your picnic with the new “Instagrammable heart” photo spot installed close by. You’ll be the envy of everyone! This peaceful, relaxing space will make you feel a world away from the ski area.

Access: The picnic tables are located at the top of the Olympic chairlift.

Atmosphere: Before crossing over to the Belleville Valley, it’s time to make a stop! In good weather, enjoy uninterrupted views over Mont Blanc.

We love: It’s the perfect place if you want to head off towards Les Menuires during your ski day. Highly practical, it’s also accessible with a pedestrian lift pass.

Access: From Méribel centre, take the Tougnète 1 gondola lift then the Tougnète 2 chairlift. The picnic tables are waiting for you at the top!

Atmosphere: This often-overlooked spot is the perfect place to go before putting your skis on, or meeting up with your whole clan in the middle of the day.

We love: The Lapin blue run which snakes between fir trees and leads you straight to this authentic village. You’ll feel a world away from the hustle and bustle of the ski area and other skiers.

Access: The picnic area is right next door to the departure point of Le Golf chairlift.

Atmosphere: This central snow platform boasts uninterrupted views over Mont Vallon, the highest summit in Méribel (2,952 metres).

We love: A place to recharge your smartphone and take a fabulous Instagram pic in front of the giant Méribel letters!

Access: Just below Le Bouquetin chairlift, a whole plateau is reserved just for you, far from the crowds.

Atmosphere: Comfortable, with picnic tables and deck chairs for relaxing and sunbathing at the same time.

We love: An orientation table is provided to show the names of the surrounding summits. As well as charging points for mobile phones whose batteries have been put to the test by the cold.

Access: At the top of the Roc 1 gondola lift.

Atmosphere: A lunch break to music! Comfortable pouffes where you can sit down and enjoying the sights of the snowpark… before perhaps giving it a go yourself?

We love: A webcam is installed on the terrace to immortalise the moment (and the panorama!) so you can take home a souvenir of this magnificent day.

Access: At the top of the Pixel Area snowpark.

Atmosphere: Warm and family friendly.

We love: A spot for having fun as much as for picnicking, loved by families with children.

Access: At the Friendly Natural Park.

Atmosphere: A buzzing sector where skiers can meet up with pedestrians enjoying the Mont de la Chambre snowshoe trail or the Montagnette footpath.

We love: Choose your own place to picnic in the sun, in a safe area that won’t interfere with the nearby skiers.

Access: At the Bruyères gondola lift middle station.

Atmosphere: Peaceful and natural, with a first-class panorama.

We love: South-facing, with an extraordinary view over the Aiguilles de Péclet (3,561 metres) and Cime Caron (3,195 metres). The perfect place to gather your strength before tackling the slopes of the world’s largest ski area!

Access: On the Goitschel red run.

Atmosphere: Freestyle because it’s located next to the snowpark. Take the time to admire the amazing spins and tricks pulled off on the VT Park’s many modules.

We love: A spot that boasts excellent sunshine, as well as a magnificent view of Cime Caron.

Access: Via the Plateaux drag lifts. Or, on the way down coming back from Orelle via the Col de Rosaël.