You are happy on red runs and want to avoid the busier areas.
Route 2 – Meribel to Courchevel Moriond
A good route for intermediate skiers
From Méribel Mottaret you can either take the BURGIN 1 & 2 or PAS DU LAC 1 & 2 or head to Méribel to take the SAULIRE EXPRESS 1 & 2 gondolas up to the Saulire. From here you can drop down into the Courchevel Valley via the Creux red run. The CREUX NOIRS will take you back up to the Roches Grises, from which you can choose either a short red or black run to bring you back onto the Creux. Carrry on all the way down to hop on the ROC MUGNIER chairlift and then take the Grandes Bosses blue run down to the SIGNAL chairlift. This will take you to the top of the Chapelets red piste, from where it is a nice long run down to the bottom of the CHAPELETS chairlift. From here take either the red Rochers or the blue Ariondaz (they meet about halfway along anyway). Towards the end of the Arondiaz bear left and head for Restaurant la Casserole.
Lunch: Restaurant la Casserole. Good range of typical French dishes. Lunch served 11h30-15h00. Tel +33 (0)4 79 08 06 35
After lunch take draglift PETITE BOSSE and scoot along the short blue Gravelles to reach the AIGUILLE DU FRUIT chairlift. The Park City and Rama red runs will bring you to MARMOTTES and then come back down the first part of Marmottes red run and then turn off onto the black Suisses. From the top of the SUISSES chairlift you can take the long red Maudit run all the way down to Méribel 1450.
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Black Ski Maverick Soleil
Ski hire shop on Rue du Soleil with easy access to the Cascade lift
Getting the right equipment can make a big difference to your time on the slopes, whether you’re skiing for the first time or looking for a higher-performance set-up. This ski hire shop on Rue du Soleil offers a convenient place to arrange your equipment, with a team of experienced staff on hand to help you choose the right skis for your ability and the conditions.
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Peclet Ski Service
In the Peclet shopping centre beside the pharmacy, at the top of the resort
Pierre and his team welcome you to their new shop for your ski hire in Val Thorens. They look forward to welcoming you throughout the season so they can share their passion for the mountain with you!
Visit websiteSave an extra 5%. Ski hire discount applied automatically on website visit
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Goitschel Sport I
Ski & snowboard hire close to the main piste through the centre of resort
You can’t wait for your next ski trip? Everything is already booked except your ski equipment? Don’t worry, we’ll help you find the perfect equipment to fully enjoy your ski holiday in Val Thorens!
Visit websiteSave an extra 5%. Skiset ski hire discount applied automatically on website visit
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Les Balcons Haut
Ski hire next to the Plein Sud piste in the Balcons de Val Thorens Residences
Hire skis and snowboards at the beginning of the street Les Balcons, 50 m to the residence Altitude, Val 2400 et Chalets du Soleil. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
Visit websiteSave an extra 5%. Use Intersport ski hire discount code: STWSKI
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Chalet des Neiges
One stop shop for all your ski and snowboard equipment hire in Val Thorens
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your first skiing day.
Visit websiteSave 5% automatically when you click here to book
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Peclet
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
Val Thorens shop can be found in the ‘Place Peclet’ at the foot of the slalom piste. The free shuttle bus stops right by the front door to the shop and everything a skier needs can be found nearby (lift pass office, ski school office, ski lifts, restaurants, bars…) and within walking distance.
Visit websiteSave an extra 10%. Click website button and use code: STWSKI
Beginner ski lessons
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Private ski lessons
Private skiing and snowboarding lessons with highly rated instructors
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
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Group ski lessons
Group ski and snowboard lessons for children and adults of all ages and abilities
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Private ski lessons
British school offering a wide range of private lesson options tailored to all ages and abilities
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Group ski lessons
Exceptional group ski and snowboard tuition for all abilities
Their children group lessons are based on making learning to ski fun and are limited to six children per group for the best learning experience.
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Private ski lessons
Teaching a wide range of private snow sports lessons to all levels
This company offer private ski and snowboard lessons throughout the winter season for all ages and abilities.
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Ski Hire in Val Thorens
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Black Ski Maverick Soleil
Ski hire shop on Rue du Soleil with easy access to the Cascade lift
Getting the right equipment can make a big difference to your time on the slopes, whether you’re skiing for the first time or looking for a higher-performance set-up. This ski hire shop on Rue du Soleil offers a convenient place to arrange your equipment, with a team of experienced staff on hand to help you choose the right skis for your ability and the conditions.
Visit websiteSave an extra 5%. Use discount code: STWSKI
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Peclet Ski Service
In the Peclet shopping centre beside the pharmacy, at the top of the resort
Pierre and his team welcome you to their new shop for your ski hire in Val Thorens. They look forward to welcoming you throughout the season so they can share their passion for the mountain with you!
Visit websiteSave an extra 5%. Ski hire discount applied automatically on website visit
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Goitschel Sport I
Ski & snowboard hire close to the main piste through the centre of resort
You can’t wait for your next ski trip? Everything is already booked except your ski equipment? Don’t worry, we’ll help you find the perfect equipment to fully enjoy your ski holiday in Val Thorens!
Visit websiteSave an extra 5%. Skiset ski hire discount applied automatically on website visit
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Les Balcons Haut
Ski hire next to the Plein Sud piste in the Balcons de Val Thorens Residences
Hire skis and snowboards at the beginning of the street Les Balcons, 50 m to the residence Altitude, Val 2400 et Chalets du Soleil. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
Visit websiteSave an extra 5%. Use Intersport ski hire discount code: STWSKI
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Chalet des Neiges
One stop shop for all your ski and snowboard equipment hire in Val Thorens
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your first skiing day.
Visit websiteSave 5% automatically when you click here to book
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Peclet
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
Val Thorens shop can be found in the ‘Place Peclet’ at the foot of the slalom piste. The free shuttle bus stops right by the front door to the shop and everything a skier needs can be found nearby (lift pass office, ski school office, ski lifts, restaurants, bars…) and within walking distance.
Visit websiteSave an extra 10%. Click website button and use code: STWSKI
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