Sport, culture, relaxation or thrills: this summer, Méribel promises an intense and varied mountain holiday! From fun-filled festivals and top-level sporting competitions to wellness and traditional festivities, the Savoyard resort has a rich calendar of not-to-be-missed events.
Here's a quick round-up of dates not to be missed if you want to make the most of the summer season in the heart of the Alps.
Game Over Festival (5 and 6 July)
Méribel is kicking off its summer season with the second Game Over Festival, a not-to-be-missed event for fans of video games, e-sports and pop culture. Organised by the GamePlay Tarentaise association, the event invites visitors to immerse themselves in the world of video games, with tournaments broadcast on the big screen, an exceptional exhibition of the famous DeLorean from "Back to the Future", and a Cosplay Summit bringing together a host of pop culture ambassadors ready to share their passion.
Find out more : 7 € per day - Méribel Olympic Park
Méribel Golf Cup (6 to 9 July)
Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Alps, the Méribel Golf Cup brings together professional and amateur golfers for a friendly, sporting competition. Each team, made up of three amateur players and one professional, will enjoy a unique experience as they improve their swing on one of the most remarkable golf courses in the Alps, while benefiting from invaluable technical advice from the professionals on hand.
Find out more : Golf de Méribel, registration and programme on meribel.net
Gran Fondo Col de la Loze (13 July)
Just before the Tour de France arrives on 24 July, the Gran Fondo offers a unique opportunity to challenge the legendary Col de la Loze. Amateur and experienced cyclists alike can choose from four routes to suit all levels and ambitions, from the family-friendly route to the extreme challenge of the double ascent of the Col de la Loze. An ideal sporting event to test your mettle on one of the most iconic Alpine routes.
Find out more : Routes from 30 to 117 km, registration on meribel.net
Bastille Day (14 July)
To celebrate the Fête Nationale, head to the village of Les Allues, where locals and visitors alike can enjoy a superb fireworks display launched from Le Villaret and visible from all over the valley. The evening will be enlivened by the orchestra "La fine équipe", while local restaurateurs will be offering entertainment and culinary specialities, ensuring a festive and convivial atmosphere.
Find out more : Fireworks at 10.30pm, village of Les Allues
Le Surprenant Festival (16-18 July)
True to its name, the Surprenant Festival offers three days of astonishing artistic experiences, in harmony with the surrounding nature. The public can enjoy a night-time concert in the forest, admire an aerial show combining poetry and acrobatics, and let themselves be carried away by immersive sound creations in the heart of the Alpine landscapes. An original, poetic and surprising artistic encounter.
Find out more : Free, full programme on meribel.net
French Enduro MTB Cup (19 and 20 July)
This year, Méribel is hosting a prestigious stage of the Enduro Series, the flagship competition on the national mountain bike calendar. For two days, the best French mountain bikers will battle it out on demanding, technical courses, guaranteeing spectacle, adrenalin and thrills for mountain bike fans and spectators alike.
Find out more : Free admission for spectators, information on meribel.net
Zen Altitude (23 and 24 July)
Zen Altitude returns to Méribel this summer to offer two days entirely devoted to well-being in the mountains. Featuring outdoor yoga, relaxing massages, health coaching, meditative walks and art workshops, the event offers an opportunity to experience rejuvenating moments in an idyllic setting, inviting everyone to reconnect with nature and relax to the full.
Find out more : Free activities, booking recommended on meribel.net
FISE District (29 to 31 July)
To round off July in style, Méribel is hosting the FISE District, an international extreme sports festival. On the programme: BMX demonstrations by renowned professional riders, introductory sessions open to all, and special meetings with the athletes. A spectacular event to enjoy with family and friends, to discover or rediscover these urban disciplines in the heart of the mountains.
Find out more : Free, detailed programme on meribel.net
Fanfoué Festival (2 and 3 August)
A not-to-be-missed tradition in the Meribel summer, the Fête à Fanfoué takes over the village of Les Allues to celebrate local heritage and traditions. For two days, visitors can watch folk parades, sample traditional dishes, take part in craft workshops and admire the decorated floats as they wander around in a festive, authentically Savoyard atmosphere.
Find out more : Free, detailed programme on meribel.net
Astronomy Festival (7 and 8 August)
Astronomy enthusiasts will be in Méribel for two exceptional days dedicated to discovering the stars and planets. Fun and educational workshops, night-sky observation sessions, lectures and meetings with experts: these are just some of the opportunities to unravel the mysteries of the cosmos in an unspoilt natural setting that's sure to fill you with wonder.
Find out more : Free, detailed activities on meribel.net
Méribel Trail (9 and 10 August)
The Méribel Trail is back with a brand new 42km maratrail course, adding to the range of existing trails. Crossing the superb Plan de Tuéda nature reserve and reaching an altitude of 2,800 metres, these wild, technical and aerial races are aimed at fans of sporting challenges and mountain lovers, promising breathtaking scenery along the way.
Find out more : Registration required, courses from 2 to 42 km, meribel.net
Street Circus Festival - Du Sol au Ciel (11 to 13 August)
The third edition of the Festival de Cirque de Rue takes over Méribel with three days of magical shows designed to amaze young and old alike. Circus acts, interactive shows, introductory workshops in the circus arts and performances by professional artists will take you on a spectacular journey through poetry and acrobatic prowess, in a joyful, family-friendly atmosphere.
Find out more : Free admission, full programme on meribel.net
Méribel Cyclo Challenge (15 to 17 August)
For its first edition, the Méribel Cyclo Challenge offers cycling fans three days of sporting challenges on the valley's most beautiful mountain roads. From the Col de la Loze to Brides-les-Bains via Méribel Mottaret, cyclists will be able to test themselves on a number of timed dry climbs, adapted to different levels of ability, for a unique and unforgettable cycling experience.
Find out more : Registration on meribel.net
Golf Pro-Am (18 to 22 August)
The Golf Pro-Am is an original competition bringing together amateur and professional players on the exceptional Méribel golf course. For five days, teams made up of three amateurs and one professional will share their passion for golf and benefit from personalised technical coaching in an Alpine setting of rare beauty.
Find out more : Registration and information on meribel.net
Enduro 2 (23 to 25 August)
Bringing the summer to a close, the Enduro 2 is a mountain bike relay race in teams of two, offering an intense programme with over 10,000m of negative vertical drop spread over some fifteen timed special stages. Jack's Bar, Méribel's iconic venue, will be hosting musical entertainment, concerts and festivities to round off the summer season in style.
Find out more : Registration required, info on meribel.net
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