Les Menuires (Alpes du Nord) - A family resort par excellence in the 3 Vallées, which is the largest ski area in the world, Les Menuires is the best value for money in the area.
Not to be missed
Formerly known as Speed Mountain, the Les Menuires toboggan run has been given a makeover this winter to pay tribute to the history of the valley's fabulous heritage of old mines. It is reopening under the name of "La Mine". For the anecdote, the old coal mines were called the "M'nuires" and gave their name to the resort of Les Menuires.
On this ride aboard the speeding waggons, you can follow the route of the brave miners who worked hard to transport their precious resources down a 100-metre descent. The attraction is open to children aged 5 and over (minimum height: 1.10m) on their parents' sled. From the age of 10 and 1.40m, children must pilot the sled on their own.
- Price : 9€ for one run, 39€ for 5 runs, 69€ for 10 runs and 119€ for 20 runs
- Address: access is in the Bruyères district, where you are welcome from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Contact: undisclosed
The ski area
Les 3 Vallées is one of the world's leading ski areas. And with good reason, as it brings together some of the finest resorts in the Tarentaise region, from Courchevel to Orelle, via La Tania, Saint Martin de Belleville, Les Menuires, Val Thorens, and of course Méribel.
The sheer size of the area means you can find good snow at any time of day, following the path of the sun, and moving from the gentle forest of Courchevel de Praz to the high altitude alpine atmosphere at the summit of Cime Caron in Val Thorens.
It's worth noting that the pistes in Les 3 Vallées have the reputation of being the best prepared in the world, thanks to the use of over 70 snow groomers every evening.
In figures Les 3 Vallées is :
- 600 kilometres of pistes
- 330 pistes
- 156 ski lifts
- From 1 100 to 3 230 metres above sea level
Focus on Les Menuires :
- 160 kilometres of track
- 82 tracks in total
- 30 ski lifts
- 12 green slopes
- 40 blue runs
- 22 red slopes
- 8 black runs
- From 1 850 to 2 850 metres above sea level
The Jerusalem piste is recommended for its breathtaking scenery. From the summit of Tougnète, at an altitude of 2,400 metres, you can admire the view over the Méribel valley and the Belleville valley. All you have to do is let yourself slide on this quality snow and you'll be on your way to Saint-Martin de Belleville, a typical 3 Vallées village.
Ski passes
- For Les Menuires
4 hours or 1/2 day : adults: €52 / children €41.60
The day adults €60 / children €48 / seniors €67.50
The 6-day week adults €309 / children €247.20
- For the 3 Valleys
4 hours or 1/2 day : adults: €67 / children €53.60 / senior citizens €60.30
The day adults €75 / children €60 / seniors €67.50
The 6-day week adults €375 / children €300 / seniors €337
Off-ski activities
Visit to the "Maison de l'abeille noire" (House of the black bee)
Using interactive tools and short films, discover the origins of the black bee and its daily life in its natural environment.
From its journey through the Alps to the making of honey, follow "Apis Mellifera Mellifera", as it is really called, through its adventures and those of local beekeepers. Enjoy this activity on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2pm to 6pm at the Plan de l'Eau des Bruyères, 73440 Les Menuires.
- Price: €5 per person, €4 concessions and free for under-16s
Building an igloo
Who hasn't dreamt of experiencing life in an igloo? Give your little one the chance to build this Eskimo habitat during your trip to the snow. Children will be equipped with snow shovels to build their own shelter in which they can keep warm.
We recommend that they wear warm clothes, boots, gloves and a hat to protect them from the cold and bad weather. The activity is reserved for children aged 5 to 13, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5pm to 7pm. Meeting point is at the following address Résidence Val Chavière La Croisette, Les Menuires, 73440 Les Belleville
- Price: €30 per child
Trapper evenings
Take part in trapper evenings, snowshoe outings accompanied by an instructor and lit by torches. After the effort, a dinner in a mountain hut or farm is also on the programme.
Two providers offer these evenings at the same price, one at 53 rue Notre Dame, Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, 73440 Les Belleville, the other at 1133 avenue de la Croisette, Les Menuires, 73440 Les Belleville.
- Price: from €49
Where to stay in Les Menuires?
Le Chalet du Mont Vallon
This 4-star establishment is ideally located, with ski-to-door access. It offers luxury flats with half-board.
Whether you choose the hotel or rental option, you'll enjoy top-of-the-range facilities including a spa and heated swimming pool, so you can relax at any time of day.
- Prices : around €260 per night for a village suite (2 adults and 2 children) for mid-March
- Address: 196 Quartier Les bruyères, 73440 Les Ménuires
- Contact: 04 88 36 08 28
Hillary Hotel
Nestling on the heights of the Les Menuires resort, the Hotel Hillary is a fully renovated 3-star hotel with ski-in/ski-out access, a panoramic view from its south-facing terrace and a restaurant combining modern cuisine with Savoyard specialities.
Authentic and contemporary at the same time, the rooms are real refuges of softness after experiencing the great thrills and emotions of a day on the slopes. An added bonus: all the amenities are within easy reach: mini-market, ski shops, restaurants...
- Rates: around €400 per night for two adults sleeping 4 for mid-March, including breakfast
- Address: 1671 Rte de Reberty, 73440 Les Belleville
- Contact: 04 79 00 60 57
Chalet Hotel Kaya
This 4* hotel combines luxury and authenticity at an altitude of 2,000 metres on the Les Menuires snow front. It's sure to be the starting point for a fabulous adventure. With mountain views, the ethnically decorated rooms and suites offer the warmth of moments that really matter.
The little ones will create indelible memories at the Kids's Camp club, where the activity leaders offer nature discovery trips, while you enjoy some time to yourself. Relax, for example, in the wellness area. You still have to choose between sauna, hamam, swimming pool or massages... or not!
- Prices : around €470 per night for 2 adults and 2 children, including breakfast, for mid-March
- Address: 486 rues des cimes, Village de Reberty-Les-Menuires, 73440 Saint-Martin-de-Belleville
- Contact: +33 4 79 41 42 00
Where to eat in Les Menuires?
Là Haut
Sit by the fireplace and you'll never want to leave. You've been warned... It's true that the warm, mountain atmosphere of Là Haut is addictive, as is the hearty Savoyard cuisine prepared there.
Good to know: once a week, guests are treated to live music, adding an extra touch of warmth to the atmosphere.
- Prices : not disclosed
- Address: 145 rue des Chevreuils, Les Menuires, 73440 Les Belleville
- Contact: 04 79 01 04 76
Peuf Daddy
Looking for Savoyard specialities? You've come to the right place. This mountain brasserie with its superb sunny terrace prepares the best in the area, using fresh, local and traditional produce.
A gastronomic discovery menu is offered on Thursdays, in a festive atmosphere.
- Prices : At lunchtime, the express menu is €19.50, and in the evening, the discovery menu starts at €49.
- Address: Chalet de Reberty, 73400 Les Ménuires
- Contact: 09 81 90 34 96
La Terrasse de l'Ours Blanc
It is one of the best-rated restaurants on Tripadvisor. La Terrasse de l'Ours Blanc is rated 5/5 with over 250 reviews collected. Authenticity and quality are the watchwords of this establishment, which is accessible on skis at all times.
On sunny days, sit out on the panoramic terrace facing the mountains to enjoy your lunch and soak up the sunshine. On cold or snowy days, head for the wood-panelled indoor dining room, which boasts both traditional and contemporary charm.
- Prices : for lunch, snacks are available from €22
- Address: Rue des Iris Quartier Reberty 2000 within the Ours Blanc Hotel & Spa, 73440 Les Menuires, Les Belleville
- Contact: 04 79 00 61 66
How to get to Les Menuires
- By plane
You can get to Les Menuires by plane from a number of airports. The four nearest airports are Chambéry, Grenoble, Geneva and Lyon Saint-Exupéry. From these airports, you can easily find buses to Moûtiers station on their respective websites. The rest of your itinerary is shown below.
- By train or bus
The nearest station is Moûtiers Salins Brides-Les-Bains, 27 km from Les Menuires. Once at the station, you have a choice of 3 means of transport to reach the resort.
- By coach: transfers are provided from the station: click here to book your journey
- By taxi : click here to download the list of taxis
- By hire car
- Per car
From Moûtiers, you are only 27 km from Les Menuires. To keep up to date with traffic conditions in real time, don't forget to check the traffic information.
When you arrive, there are free car parks in every part of the resort. In Les Menuires, you can leave your car at rest for the duration of your stay and use the free shuttles to get around between the resort's districts and between the valley's villages. It should also be noted that special equipment for vehicles is compulsory in winter. These provisions apply throughout the Savoie department and concern all users from 1 November to 31 March.
Les Menuires, in brief
Les Menuires is a family resort which, for 60 years, has offered a wide range of accommodation and services to suit all profiles and budgets. The atmosphere is guaranteed by the popular clientele and the locals who are particularly attached to the history of their snow-covered territory.
The station has been open since 9 December 2023 and will remain open until 19 April 2024.