Intro To Ski Touring – Meribel

23 - 27 March 2026
Meribel, France
Ski Levels 5 - 7

Max Group Size: 7
5 x Full Days
Avi Kit Included

Course Details

An introduction into the incredible world of ski touring. Join us and experience the freedom and beauty of the mountains away from the bustling resort. No previous ski touring experience is required. Ski touring opens up a whole new world of skiing where you earn your turns. Ski touring equipment can be rented in resort.

This is the perfect course if you’ve never tried ski touring, or have only just begun, if you’re an experienced tourer please check out our adventure trips to Poland and the Haute Route, or our April Ski Touring course in Tignes.

What to expect from this course:

Ski touring training, the techniques required, how to use the kit, what to take on a day tour and more
Off piste ski technique
Touring experiences with skin durations as short as 30 minutes to a maximum of 2 hours

Essential equipment:

Ski Pass. We will be using the ski lifts to get to and from our ski touring training areas and day tours
Skis, bindings, boots and poles equipped for ski touring, please ask our resident experts for advice on what and where to book your rental equipment, as some shops will provide unsuitable equipment if you say ‘ski touring’ such as super light boots and PIN bindings.
Small rucksack, with all avalanche equipment and space for layers, water, and lunch (Snoworks can provide this backpack and off piste safety kit you don’t have your own)

Minimum requirements for this course:
•⁠ ⁠Skiers who are competent to ski off piste Backcountry for full days, Level 5 and above.
•⁠ ⁠Skiers who have a good level of fitness to ski all day off piste in all conditions, with a break for lunch
•⁠ ⁠Ability to get up unaided after a fall is essential

Check your ski level here.

Meeting Point

Meeting point at the bottom of the Meribel Saulire express lift

Monday 09:15

Price Includes

5 x full days Monday – Friday

Avalanche Kit

Included in the course fee we provide:

Rucksack
Triple antenna transceiver
Metal shovel
Probe

Required Equipment

Touring skis, bindings, skins and ski crampons are required for this course – If you don’t have your own, then we recommend pre-booking your touring ski equipment here: Skimium or SkiHigher

Resort Information

The biggest ski area in the world. And some would say the best!

Meribel is situated in the heart of Les 3 Vallées with direct access to 600 km of pistes. The 3 linked resorts of Courchevel, Meribel and Val Thorens offer you vast amounts of on and off piste skiing.

For over 20 years now Les 3 Vallées has been able to guarantee opening from the beginning of December to the end of April, with the runs located between altitudes of 1,100m and 3,230m. The area also has the benefit of regular top-ups with over 2,700 snowmakers covering the ski area.

Our team here at Snoworks will show you the amazing and vast playground of this fantastic ski area, both on and off piste. Join us and let our instructors help you discover new routes and the best snow conditions.

Accommodation options:

Hotel Les Grangettes – Meribel. Situated next door to Jack’s Bar and a snowball’s throw from the main ski lifts and our course meeting point.

Other alternatives: accommodation in Meribel – Ski Hame, Hotel L’Eterlou, Chalet L’Ancolie
Or Brides les Bains – Hotel Golf, Hotel le Centre. Mottaret is also just one run from the meeting point.

Travel Suggestions:

By Air – Fly to Geneva, Lyon, Grenoble or Chambery
By Rail – The closest station is Moutiers, transfer up to Meribel by local bus or taxi

Transfer operators: Pleisure, 3VT, Le Praz Transfers

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FAQ's

What’s the difference between Backcountry and Ski Touring courses (formally Backcountry Access)?

For Backcountry courses the off piste descents are accessed by ski lifts alone, for Ski Touring courses the descents are accessed by ski lifts and touring skis, involving skinning for up to 2 hours per day.

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