Our 10 extraordinary panoramic views

Altitude: 2250 m.

Atmosphere: Imagine yourself transported to the Dolomites, where calm reigns supreme and space stretches as far as the eye can see.

What to see: Treat yourself to a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc, majestic and imposing. Behold the Brèche de la Portetta, a breathtaking natural spectacle. Don't miss the towers opposite, evoking the splendor of the Dolomites, which you can discover thanks to the orientation table.

The +: Bathed in sunshine all day long, thanks to its location in Moriond, making it an ideal place to recharge your batteries. Enjoy the tranquility and low crowds. Relax on the wooden deckchairs provided. Appreciate the warm welcome offered by the trackers, who are always ready to chat and share a friendly moment.

Access: Reach this haven of peace using the Chapelets or Signal chairlifts from Courchevel Moriond.

Altitude: 2294 m.

Atmosphere: The arrival at the summit of Roc de Fer envelops you in a soothing silence, where time seems suspended. It's a moment of absolute peace, where the grandeur of the Alpine peaks contrasts with the sensation of proximity, especially on sunny days when the Écrins massif seems within reach. The wild aspect of this slope reveals a pure, unspoiled, almost untouched Méribel. The Daguet or Raffort runs plunge you into the eponymous forest, where every bend reveals captivating natural vistas.

What to see: Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views in an unspoilt area far off the beaten track. Contemplate the Encombres and Bellevilles valleys, as well as the Hautes-Alpes and Écrins mountains, in particular the Écrins bar.

The +: This year, the Roc de Fer is hosting the World Alpine Ski Championships on its legendary slope. You can also reach the village of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville via the blue Verdet piste.

Access: From the Chaudanne plateau in Méribel, take the Legends chairlift. Follow the Caves and Gelinotte runs. Then take the Olympic chairlift to the Roc de Fer summit.

Altitude: 1450 m.

Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the authenticity of an unspoilt village, where time seems to stand still. Saint-Martin-de-Belleville offers a warm atmosphere and a timeless journey, ideal for a mountain getaway.

What to see: Enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and the Encombres valley, offering a breathtaking natural spectacle.

The +: Discover the friendly atmosphere of this small village, where it's good to stop for a gourmet break. Don't miss the Bistrot Simple et Meilleur, run by Michelin 3-star chefs René and Maxime Meilleur.

Access:

From Méribel:
- First option: Take the Tougnète 1 gondola or Legends chairlift, then the Tougnète 2 chairlift. Then descend the Gros Tougne (blue), Pezolet (blue) and Biolley (blue) runs.
- Option 2: Take the Legends chairlift, then follow the piste des Caves (green). Then take the Cherferie chairlift, then the Jerusalem piste (blue), one of the 3 Vallées' legendary runs.

From Les Menuires: Take the Roc 1 gondola, then Roc 2. At the top, follow the Grand Lac run (blue), then the Pezolet run (blue), which takes you straight back to the village.

Altitude: 2804 m

Atmosphere: Enjoy a 360-degree high-mountain panorama, offering one of the finest views in the 3 Vallées. The atmosphere at Pointe de la Masse is breathtaking, where every glance transports you to the heart of the Alpine peaks. 

What to see: Admire this breathtaking 360-degree view, offering an unobstructed view of the surrounding mountains and beyond. Every detail of this awe-inspiring landscape invites contemplation.

The +: The gondola's arrival area offers a platform with lettering for memorable photos, making for a unique souvenir of one of the 3 Vallées' finest panoramas. Tables and chairs on the terrace make this an ideal place to picnic and enjoy the scenery.

Access:

From Les Menuires: Follow the Montagnettes green trail from the Les Menuires resort snow front to the start of the Pointe de la Masse gondola.

From Val Thorens: Take the blue Cairn trail from the resort center, then follow Boulevard Cumin, a timeless trail that winds along the valley floor, to the departure point of the Pointe de la Masse gondola.

Altitude: 3200 m.

• Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in a high-mountain atmosphere, where the horizon seems infinite and the vistas unobstructed. At Cime Caron, the atmosphere is both grandiose and striking.

• What to see: Discover the new orientation tables installed at the "real" summit, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding area.

• The + : Enjoy a 360-degree panorama of the French, Italian and Swiss Alps, with over 1,000 peaks to contemplate. Cime Caron is a true symbol of Val Thorens, with its ropeway whose arrival station is anchored in the rock. Inaugurated in 1982, it was the world's largest ropeway at the time. A must-see during your stay in Val Thorens, whether on skis or on foot.

• Access:
  
  From Val Thorens: access from the resort center via the Cairn and Caron gondolas, then the Cime Caron cable car*.
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  From Orelle: access from Plan Bouchet, via the Orelle-Caron gondola.

Altitude: 3230 m.

Atmosphere: Experience a radical change of atmosphere when you reach the top of the Bouchet chairlift, where a high-mountain atmosphere imbued with calm and serenity reigns.

What to see: Don't miss the superb view of the Bouchet glacier, offering a breathtaking natural spectacle.

The +: This is the emblematic summit of the 3 Vallées, culminating at 3230 meters above sea level, located in Orelle in the Maurienne region.

Access:

From Orelle: Take the Orelle gondola, then the Peyron and Bouchet chairlifts to reach the summit.

From Val Thorens: Take the Portette chairlift, then the Thorens gondola. Cross the Col de Thorens at 3002 meters, enjoy the panoramic view, take the blue La Lory trail offering a magnificent panorama of the Aiguilles d'Arves, then take the Peyron and Bouchet chairlifts. This is the easiest and most panoramic option.

Other options include Moutière and Grand Fond or Cime Caron for the more athletic.

Bonus: Take advantage of the mega zip-line to reach the Col de Thorens and head back to Val Thorens.

Altitude: 2850 m. 

Atmosphere: The Col de la Chambre embodies the essential link between Val Thorens and Méribel, making it an unmissable and easy-to-spot pass. The atmosphere here is charged with a unique energy, characteristic of this junction between two major resorts.

What to see: Don't miss the superb panoramic view of the Borgne glacier and Mont Vallon, another mythical 3 Vallées summit located in Méribel. This breathtaking scenery will leave you speechless.

The +: The magnificent, easy and long Lac de la Chambre blue run is accessible from this summit, providing fluid access to Méribel Mottaret and Méribel for skiers of all levels.

Access:

From Méribel Mottaret: Take the Plattières gondola, then the Bouquetin chairlift. Take the red Alouette piste down to the Côte Brune chairlift for the Col de la Chambre.

From Val Thorens: Take the Plein Sud chairlift, then the 3 Vallées chairlift for a sunny ascent. As you go up, enjoy the little bonus of taking the Funitel 3 Vallées, an emblematic and pioneering lift in Les 3 Vallées.

Altitude: 2952 m.

Atmosphere: A wild and icy atmosphere reigns at the summit of Mont Vallon, offering a vast and impressive panorama. The poetry of this place is palpable: the birds of the peaks soar majestically over the summits, pecking at the remains of the trackers. The calm and small sounds of nature permeate the spirit of every visitor.

What to see: Contemplate the breathtaking view of the 3 Vallées' largest glacier, the Glacier de Gébroulaz, as well as the Tueda National Reserve. Mont Vallon is one of the must-see points of interest in the 3 Vallées, not to be missed under any circumstances.

The +: At just under 3,000 meters, Mont Vallon is Méribel's highest peak, offering an incomparable altitude experience.

Access: Take the Mont Vallon gondola to the summit. Pedestrians can also take advantage of round-trip access to discover this exceptional panorama.

Altitude: 2304 m.

Atmosphere: Despite its popularity, the Col de la Loze offers a soothing, majestic atmosphere. Paragliding flights add a touch of dynamism to this serene landscape. From the summit, a breathtaking panorama stretches over the two valleys of Courchevel and Méribel, offering unobstructed views of the villages below.

What to see: Don't miss the captivating spectacle of paragliders taking off from the pass. In the late afternoon, watch the sun decline, a magical moment just before the ski area closes.

The +: The Col de la Loze was a must-see stop on the 2020 summer tour! Its return in summer 2023 makes it one of the most complex stages according to the racers, testifying to its fame and difficulty.

Access:

From Courchevel, take the Dou des Lanches chairlift to the top of Col de la Loze.

From Méribel, take the Loze chairlift to reach this exceptional viewpoint.