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Les Menuires

Les Menuires Ski Resort Guide

Les Menuires, France

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Ski Area Highlights
Recommended ForExpert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall!
Total Piste Length160km
Highest Lift3,200m
Resort Height1,850m
 Nearest AirportsChambery and Grenoble
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Les Menuires

Les Menuires offers a fantastic skiing experience in the Trois Vallées. With diverse terrain and family-friendly slopes, it's perfect for all levels.

Summary

The ski area of Les Menuires is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,850m, with 160km of marked runs.

Les Menuires is part of the Three Valleys ski area with access to 600km of downhill skiing, with 497 marked pistes, served by a total of 180 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Les Menuires itself (160km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Three Valleys ski resorts of Courchevel, La Tania, Méribel, Saint Martin de Belleville and Val Thorens.

Les Menuires comprises the villages of Les Bruyères and Reberty.

Skiing

Les Menuires features 160 km of ski slopes, with elevations ranging from 1,450 to 2,850 meters. Notable pistes include the famous 'La Croisette' and the 'Mont de la Chambre,' easily accessed via the high-speed lifts like 'Reberty' and 'Les Menuires.'

There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.

Snowboarding

Snowboarding at Les Menuires is enhanced by excellent terrain parks, including the 'Stade de Slalom' and 'Fun Park,' catering to various skill levels and offering features for all riders.

Snow and Weather

Les Menuires enjoys reliable snowfall, with average snow depths reaching up to 3 meters in peak season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

When will it snow in Les Menuires?

The next notable snow forecast is 5cm, expected on 25 July.

See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.

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Ski Area Stats

Les Menuires Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
 6 12km
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
2450km
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
4489km
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
 5 9km
Downhill
Total Length
160km
Cross Country
Total Length
28km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
40

The Three Valleys Ski Area

Piste and Lift Stats
Black Pistes
Expert Trails
49
Red Pistes
Intermediate Runs
175
Blue Pistes
Easy Trails
207
Green Pistes
Beginner Runs
66
Downhill
Total Length
600km
Cross Country
Total Length
130km
Ski Lifts
Number of Lifts
180

Altitudes & Slopes

Les Menuires Ski Area Heights

Lift Heights and Resort Altitude
Highest Lift3,200m
Lowest Piste1,850m
Resort Altitude (Les Menuires)1,850m
Max Vertical1,350m

Ski Slope Aspects

N, E, SE, W

Les Menuires has ski slopes facing north, south, as well as east and west, offering both sunny and sheltered skiing.

Ratings & Suitability

Ratings for Les Menuires
Expert Skiers
Intermediate Skiers
Beginners
Snowboarding
Snow
Apres-Ski

Les Menuires Overview

Les Menuires is a charming ski resort located in the heart of the Trois Vallées ski area. It boasts a vast range of slopes, making it ideal for both families and seasoned skiers alike.

 Notable Ski Runs

The longest possible descent in Les Menuires is 8km long and the most difficult run is the 'Leo Lacroix', which is 2km in length.

Ski Lessons in Les Menuires

Find a Ski Instructor

To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Les Menuires Ski Schools and Les Menuires Ski Instructors.

Location and Map

Where is Les Menuires?

This ski resort is in the French Alps in Les Belleville, Albertville.

Map

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How to get there

 By Air

The nearest airport to Les Menuires is Chambery, 80 minutes drive away.

Grenoble, Annecy, Geneva, Lyon Bron, Lyon St-Exupéry and Turin Caselle airports are all within three hours drive.

Les Menuires is accessible via major airports such as Geneva and Lyon. From there, shuttle services and car rentals provide convenient transport to the resort.

Infrastructure

Ski Lift Capacity

The 40 ski lifts are able to uplift 50,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.

Snow Making

Snow-making is available, on 65km of ski runs, with 418 snow cannons.

Season Dates

When is Les Menuires open?

We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.

Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Late April.

NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.

Talking about Les Menuires

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Aprés Ski

After a day on the slopes, enjoy vibrant après-ski at bars like 'Le Challenge' and 'La Grange.' For dining, 'L'Ourson' offers delicious meals, while 'Le K' is a popular nightclub for late-night fun.

Les Menuires