Get together with friends

It’s hard to believe it’s actually happening… you’ve been waiting, dreaming and planning for so long, but now it’s finally here and everybody is together. The people we hold so dear, our rocks, our partners in crime, those with whom we share both the good times and the bad, loved ones we haven’t seen for far too long, and that we never see enough of in the first place, in a word: Friends. Your whole little world has managed to meet up, here and now. Everybody has been able to break off from their routine for a few days, get out of their family and work commitments, block off the dates in their diary, postpone meetings, find childcare… A little miracle in our overstuffed lives: a priceless ski break with friends.

These days will be a total bubble, perfect for catching up, recharging your batteries, sharing life moments, anecdotes, mad laughter, snowsports, incredible panoramas, powder-snow fields and moguls, emotions, lasting memories, and a much-needed blast of fresh air…

And naturally, to make the break go as smoothly as possible for everybody whatever their ski ability, Les 3 Vallées has proven to be a perfectly adapted ski destination for group getaways.

Because skiing can take many different forms, even among friends, with varying technical ability, preferences, physical fitness, pace, and level of apprehension, it could be virtually impossible for one group to all share the exact same needs and expectations. But because of its size and the way it’s managed, Les 3 Vallées ski area is perfectly adapted to expert skiers and beginners alike, to gourmets and athletes… making it easy for everybody to rub along next to one another!

Snowparks and fun zones

Like the Bump'N'Jump boardercross in Méribel: shifting terrain, banked turns, who’ll be first over the finish line?!

Another unmissable challenge to take on with friends, this time without your skis: a crazy descent on the Moriond Racing toboggan run! Or break out your inner F1 driver and tackle the 3 kilometers of mad laughs, with turns, tunnels and more… everybody will feel like they’re 10 years old again.

And those who really want to glide can try the Mega Zip Line: travel at some 100 kilometers an hour over 1.3km, from the top of Le Bouchet chairlift on the Orelle ski area at an altitude of 3,230 meters all the way to the top of the Thorens Funitel!!

Discover the 3 Vallées' snowparks and fun zones

Exceptional panoramic views

Just like everything else, exceptional panoramic views have an extra sparkle when shared with friends after a great day’s skiing. The beautiful late-afternoon light that illuminates and tints all the surrounding summits offers breathtaking sunsets.

It’s impossible not to record the experience by taking a few shots of your nearest and dearest: in Méribel, the top of Roc de Fer is an instant photoshoot backdrop with some of the most beautiful panoramic views in Les 3 Vallées.

Other unmissable backdrops and perfect photo spots include La Piste de la Masse in Les Menuires with its 360° panorama, and even La Cime Caron perched at an altitude of 3,200 meters, right at the top of the ski area.

Restaurants & terraces

After all these thrills, there’s nothing like a fantastic lunch on the sunny terrace of one of the ski area’s many restaurants.

Little authentic gems, exclusive establishments, or big nights out, classic clubbing with views over the summits from La Folie Douce in Val Thorens or equally panoramic views from the Méribel/Courchevel version… Anything is possible.

Setting off from Val Thorens, Cime Caron takes you up to an altitude of 3,200 metres to admire the panoramic views. From there it’s no messing as you hit the Combe de Caron black run, which has a sizable vertical drop.

Next, hop on La Masse gondola lift to get your breath back and ski towards the North face in search of fresh snow. On the way down, take a little ski tow to the Dame Blanche black run, which has a lovely incline and is never busy.

Then, from the Mont de la Challe summit, the ungroomed Bartavelle run offers up a fantastic mogul field. Follow that up with Les Coqs, a pretty red run that you’ll never get bored of, and round it off with the little-known Combe du Laitelet.

Then it’s time for a well-earned break all together on a terrace in the centre of Méribel! After a coffee and a laugh, climb back up to Col de la Loze to take on the famous Éclipse Alpine Ski World Championships 2023 run: a challenging route with a major vertical drop that finishes in the forest of Courchevel le Praz.

Up in Courchevel 1850, the Petit Dou red run offers some highly challenging undulating terrain. On the way back, head to Val Thorens via Méribel-Mottaret - anyone whose legs are up to it can opt for one last descent to La Saulire, from a choice of the Freeride Lab or the Couloirs du Vertical Xperience, with an average incline of 33°.