A quick history of Meribel ski resort

The early years of the station
Méribel ski resort was founded in 1938 by Peter Lindsay, an avid British skier. Initially, the station was small, with only a few chalets and a ski lift. The first hotels built were the Hôtel Doron and the Hôtel La Chaudanne. The first ski lifts were locally made ski lifts, but these were quickly replaced by modern chair lifts. The first tracks were laid out by hand and skiers had to deal with difficult conditions, with often uneven snowy slopes and rudimentary ski equipment.

The development of Mottaret
In the 1960s, the ski resort of Méribel experienced strong growth, with the construction of the satellite station of Mottaret, located at a higher altitude of 1,750 meters. This new station offered easy access to the slopes and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Mottaret has become a popular location for skiers and snowboarders looking for steeper and more technical slopes. The construction of new hotels, restaurants and shops has transformed the small resort into an internationally renowned ski destination.

The 1992 Albertville Winter Olympics
In 1992, the resort of Méribel hosted several events of the Albertville Winter Olympics, in particular the alpine skiing and cross-country skiing events. The Games were a great success for Méribel and contributed to the fame of the resort throughout the world. The event also made it possible to invest in new infrastructure, in particular the construction of the Olympe gondola, which links Méribel to the neighboring resort of Les Menuires.

The 2022 World Championships
In February 2022, Méribel will host the FIS Alpine Skiing World Championships. This prestigious sporting event will bring together the best skiers from around the world for downhill, giant slalom, slalom and super-G events. The resort of Méribel has invested in new infrastructure for the event, including the construction of the Legends gondola, which connects the center of the resort to the start area of the competition. The World Championships are a unique opportunity for visitors to discover the resort of Méribel and see the best skiers in the world in action.

In conclusion, the ski resort of Méribel has undergone a remarkable evolution since its humble beginnings in 1938. With its varied slopes, its panoramic views and its friendly atmosphere, Méribel has become a world-renowned ski destination. Investments in new infrastructure and prestigious sporting events such as the Games