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Ice Climbing in Méribel: Top Outdoor Adventures Awaiting You

FAQs: Ice Climbing in France

What should I know about Ice Climbing Méribel?

With its ease of access to Vanoise National Park, it’s little wonder this is the top spots for ice climbing enthusiasts headed top Méribel.

For half-day ice climbing outings here, many guides opt to head to Roger Valley’s cascade at Brévières, next to Tignes, the ice tour in nearby Champagny or the cascade of the Daille, between Val d’Isère and Tignes.

For full-day ice climbing trips, many guides, instead, will opt for the Echaillon cascade, sitting between Tignes and Sainte Foy, which is perfect for beginners. For more advanced ice climbers, the cascade of Gurraz, between Tignes and Sainte Foy; the cascade of the Peisey Valley and the cascade of Chapieux Valley, make for apt and scenic challenges.

Why should I choose Méribel for my Ice Climbing adventure?

Stunning scenery

Heading out on an ice climbing expedition is one of the best ways to see the unparalleled natural beauty of the French Alps. From Méribel, there are plenty of incredibly scenic routes in the Ecrons and Vanoise National Park, allowing climbers to get into the heart of this country’s gorgeous alpine scenery.

Vanoise National Park

Sitting just to the east of Méribel, Vanoise National Park is one of France’s top ice climbing destinations. Along with plenty of great frozen cascades and waterfalls for all levels of ice climbers, the scenery is stunning as well, with great views into the picturesque mountains and alpine valleys of the park.

Something for everyone

Whether it is your first time heading out onto a frozen ice fall or you’re a seasoned pro, the mountains and canyons around Méribel are chock-full of incredible ice climbing opportunities. From the slopes of the Ecrins to the impressive frozen cascades in Vanoise National Park, climbers of every level are sure to have a blast.

What can I expect from the weather during my Ice Climbing trip in Méribel?

During the winter, average daily temperatures in Méribel range between -6 ºC and freezing. While winter is one of the driest times of year in Méribel, there is still plenty of ice and snow.

How can I get to Méribel?

Most trips to Méribel will begin with a flight into Alpes–Isère Airport (GNB), near Grenoble. From here, Méribel is an easy two hour drive and only a bit farther by bus from the airport.

Which language is predominantly spoken in the Méribel region?

French

What's the country code for the Méribel region?

+33

What currency is accepted around Méribel?

Euro

Best time to climb

December to March

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