2025 Les Allues Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

Les Trois Vallées in France is one of the world’s largest and most famous ski areas, offering an unbeatable playground for winter sports enthusiasts. Located in the French Alps, this vast ski domain connects several resorts including Courchevel, Méribel, and Val Thorens, providing over 600 kilometers of groomed slopes suitable for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. The sheer size and variety of terrain make it a dream destination for anyone looking to explore alpine skiing at its best. Beyond skiing, the resorts boast modern lift systems that make getting from one valley to another smooth and efficient, minimizing wait times and maximizing time on the snow. Access to Les Trois Vallées is straightforward, with the nearest major airports being Geneva, Lyon, and Grenoble, all about two to three hours away by car or shuttle. Many visitors choose to rent a car or use shuttle services directly to their chosen resort. Inside the ski area, free shuttle buses connect the villages, allowing easy movement without the need to drive. Lift passes vary depending on the length of stay and access areas, with daily adult passes around €60 to €65 and multi-day passes offering better value. Discounts are often available for children, seniors, and early bookings. Beyond skiing and snowboarding, Les Trois Vallées offers plenty of other activities such as snowshoe hiking, ice skating, and sledging. The villages themselves are charming and lively, with a variety of shops, restaurants, and après-ski spots where you can relax and enjoy local cuisine. In summer, the area transforms into a hiking and mountain biking haven, making it a year-round destination. For the best experience, staying in a ski-in/ski-out accommodation is highly recommended, especially in popular resorts like Méribel or Val Thorens. Also, booking lift passes and equipment rentals in advance can save time and money. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, Les Trois Vallées delivers an unforgettable alpine adventure. #travel#staycation#naturalwonders#thingstodo#familytravel#myitinerary

Nestled in the French Alps, Hotel le Coucou Meribel offers a blend of luxury and coziness that's just right for any mountain getaway. 🎿 First off, the rooms are a dream - spacious and spotless, with a view that'll make your heart skip a beat. Waking up to the sight of snow-capped peaks? Yes, please! 🏞️ Plus, the amenities are top-notch; think plush robes, high-end toiletries, and all the tech trimmings. But it's not just about the rooms. The hotel services are the cherry on top, with staff that go the extra mile to make your stay smooth and special. Need a lift to the slopes or a spa booking? Consider it done. 🚡💆‍♀️ Foodies, rejoice! The dining is divine, serving up local flavors with a gourmet twist. Whether it's a hearty breakfast before hitting the slopes or a romantic dinner, your taste buds are in for a treat. 🍴 And the cherry on top? The value you get for your money here is as sweet as the mountain air. Luxe living without breaking the bank? Sign me up! Find this alpine paradise at 464 Rte du Belvédère, Les Allues, 73550, France. 📍 #Meribel #MeribelHotel #MeribelTravel

Must-visit list. The Three Valleys in France is vast, and the weather is unpredictable, so make sure to visit the beautiful sights on a sunny day❗️ Here's the must-visit list for you, arrange according to the weather: 1️⃣ Ice Cave next to the Courchevel cable car VT13, best visited on a sunny day outside the cross path 2️⃣Courchevel 3200m (the highest peak in the Three Valleys) take the large cable car that fits a hundred people, it might close when it's windy, and you won't see anything when it's foggy 3️⃣FOILE DOUCE bar, world-famous for its after-ski electronic parties, every day from 3:00-5:00 PM, you need to queue up for a security check at the entrance 4️⃣High-end shopping street in Courchevel, the shop assistants are very nice, they'll chat about skiing even if you don't buy anything, the shops are like the clothing stores down your street 5️⃣Beautiful Belle Park, where you can crawl through pipes and tunnels, there's a long chase path, many types of boxes, even small kids with legs can jump, and there's also a mini U-tube. There are many parks in the Three Valleys, just go in when you encounter one, some require a tow 6️⃣Courchevel Town, a good place for affordable skiing gear, the overall cost of dining is cheaper than in Courchevel ⚠️When skiing in the Three Valleys🏂⛷️ ✅Bring a big mountain board for easy switching between on and off-piste ✅Bring a map🗺️, download the Three Valleys map app (sometimes it shows real-time slope openings) ✅For crossing the Three Valleys, pack a backpack: bring a map, water, food, chocolate, and if you plan to ski off-piste, bring the three essentials for backcountry skiing ✅Bring money❗️If you take the wrong slope and miss the cable car, you'll need to take a bus or taxi back to your valley, some routes are 🆓, but some are not, like from Méribel to Courchevel you can only take a taxi ✅Bring walkie-talkies, the ones from home will work. Sometimes the signal is bad on the mountain due to strong winds, so you might have to repeat yourself About the most convenient place to stay in the Three Valleys: This time I stayed in Méribel, the cheapest accommodation area in the Three Valleys, but overall, I wouldn't really recommend it, because it's not very convenient to go to any valley, and Méribel is at the lowest altitude with too many flat linking paths 👍Staying in Courchevel is probably the best value for money considering all factors, it's convenient to go anywhere, the town is nice to stroll around, and there are many restaurants Staying in Courchevel is for the wealthy, as everything from dining to accommodation is expensive, but it's also an option if you want to splurge