MTB 3-hour beginner's pass in Les 3 Vallées
€18.00 / person
For 3 hours adult
Summer 2026
- 3 hours
- Adult, Child
3 VALLÉES AREA MTB ESCAPADE 3-HOUR BEGINNER’S PASS
No stone has been left unturned in our quest to give cyclists exactly what they’re looking for in Les 3 Vallées. Amateurs and families will love the trails adapted perfectly to their level, and even beginners will find exactly what they need.
Effortlessly admire the unique panoramic views as they unfold before your eyes…
3 VALLÉES AREA MTB ESCAPADE 3-HOUR BEGINNER’S PASS: HAVE A GO AT MOUNTAIN BIKING IN THE MOUNTAINS

If you love making new discoveries and are keen to explore Les 3 Vallées mountain biking itineraries for the first time, why not start with the 3-hour Pass, to see if you enjoy it? If you do, there’s nothing to stop you choosing a longer Pass afterwards!
Cycling at altitude thanks to the ski lifts, as you take in a breath of fresh air and enjoy the peace and tranquillity you were seeking.
PRICES :
Adults from 18 years old: €18
Children aged 5 to 17: €13.50
Children under 5: Free
Cycling in the vast expanse of nature, at the heart of the action, where you can forget everything else.
Cycling over ever-changing routes: it’s easy to do in Les 3 Vallées as the choice is endless.
Opt for the 3-hour beginner's pass to discover this activity with complete peace of mind.
Good to know
USEFUL INFO
- While mountain bike passes allow access to the ski lifts in pedestrian mode, the reverse is not possible.
- Upon presentation of an official document, access to the ski lifts is free for children under 5 years old. You must visit a sales point to collect this free pass.
- The descent is free of charge, provided that an ascent has been purchased.
- Holders of a Winter 25-26 Unlimited, 2/7, and Skiflex Season Pass have access to the open ski lifts during summer 2026, whether on foot or by mountain bike. However, it is important to note that holders of a Winter 25-26 Pedestrian Season Pass can only access the ski lifts on foot.
- Holders of a 3 Vallées Liberté Pass cannot use the lifts in summer, either on foot or by bike. You'll need a summer pass.
Escapade 3 Vallées Area:
- These passes grant access to the ski lifts of the Belleville, Méribel, and Courchevel valleys, according to the operating schedule of each resort. The opening days and hours can be consulted online, at Tourist Offices, and at ski pass sales points.
Specific Conditions for the Pointe de la Masse Gondola:
- The Pointe de la Masse gondola is not accessible for mountain biking but only for pedestrians.
- Holders of a 7-Day Mountain Bike Escapade 3 Vallées Area Pass benefit from one pedestrian ascent to the Pointe de la Masse per week.
- Holders of a Mountain Bike Season Escapade 3 Vallées Area Pass can access the Pointe de la Masse as pedestrians.
- If you are a holder of a Winter 25-26 Unlimited Season Pass, as well as 2/7 and Skiflex passes, you can access the Pointe de la Masse gondola as a pedestrian.
OPENING OF LES 3 VALLÉES SKI LIFTS FOR THE SUMMER 2026 SEASON
Open from Saturday 4 July to Friday 28 August
COURCHEVEL VALLEY
Ski lifts open 7 days a week from 04/07 to 30/08
Saulire cable car: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Verdons gondola: 9:30am – 4:40pm
Praz gondola: 9:30am – 4:45pm
MÉRIBEL VALLEY
Ski lifts open 7 days a week from 04/07 to 30/08, except Pas du Lac* (see note below)
Tougnète 1 gondola: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Tougnète 2 chairlift: 9:30am – 4:30pm
Pas du Lac 1 & 2 gondola: 9:30am – 4:30pm *(closed on Saturdays)
BRIDES-LES-BAINS
Ski lifts open 2 days a week from 05/07 to 24/08
Olympe gondola: 9:30am - 4:30pm (open Saturdays and Sundays only)
LES MENUIRES and SAINT-MARTIN-DE-BELLEVILLE
Ski lifts open 7 days a week from 04/07 to 28/08, except the Pointe de la Masse gondola, closed from Thursday to Saturday inclusive
Saint Martin 1 gondola: 9:30am - 12:45pm / 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Saint Martin Express chairlift: 9:30am - 12:45pm / 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Roc 1 gondola: 9:30am - 12:45pm / 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Pointe de la Masse gondola: 9:30am - 12:45pm / 1:30pm - 4:30pm
VAL THORENS
Ski lifts open from 04/07 to 28/08
Caron gondola: 9:30am - 4:25pm
Caron cable car: 9:45am - 4:15pm
Deux Lacs gondola: 9:15am - 4:30pm
Castor & Polux magic carpet: 9:15am - 4:30pm
ORELLE
Ski lifts open 7 days a week from 04/07 to 30/08
Orelle gondola: 9:30am - 4:30pm (last departure Plan Bouchet - Orelle: 4:30pm; last departure Orelle - Val Thorens: 3:30pm)
Orelle-Caron gondola: 9:45am - 4:15pm (last departure Plan Bouchet - Val Thorens: 4:00pm; last departure Cime Caron - Orelle: 4:15pm)
*No link between Orelle and Val Thorens on 29 and 30 August
Why not make the most of our ski lifts to discover Les 3 Vallées in summer on mountain bike? A whole host of different MTB passes are available to fulfil your need to get away from it all.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF BUYING YOUR SUMMER MOUNTAIN BIKING PASS ONLINE?
Being able to take the time to find out about all the different passes available from the comfort of your own home, and choosing the one that suits you best.
Being able to recharge it online without having to go into one of the skipass outlets.
Being able to cancel or exchange online in the event of a last-minute change.

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