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  • Ski with like minded skiers
  • Tailored groups of same level
  • Unique OPEN philosophies
  • 10 courses to choose from

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Backcountry – Meribel

  • 26 - 30 January 2026
  • Meribel, France
  • Ski Levels 5 - 7
  • Max Group Size: 7
  • 5 x Full Days
  • Avi Kit Included
Course Details

Our Backcountry courses are the most popular on the programme.  Full days of off piste skiing combined with the local knowledge and passion of our team of hand picked and trained instructors.  These courses will offer you the opportunity to explore, learn and take your skiing and skiing experiences to the next level. 

Our Meribel course is a balance of guiding and instruction from our team that live there. They know the 3-Valleys better than anyone, this has been their stomping ground for over a decade.  You’re in safe hands and you can look forward to a fantastic week of the very best this huge area has to offer. If you think you already know the 3-Valleys we will show you so much more!

 

Minimum requirements for this course:
•⁠ ⁠Skiers who are competent to ski off piste Backcountry for full days, Level 5 and above. See levels 
•⁠ ⁠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 

Unsure of your ski level? If you feel you may be below level 5 then we advise booking a half day Off Piste course first. Check your ski level here.

Meeting Point

At the bottom of the Meribel Saulire express

Monday 09:15 

Price Includes

5 x full days Monday to Friday

Avalanche Kit

Included in the course fee we provide:

  • Rucksack
  • Triple antenna transceiver
  • Metal shovel
  • Probe
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:

We suggest accommodation in Meribel – Ski Hame, Hotel L’Eterlou, Chalet L’Ancolie
Motteret –  Hotel Tarentaise,Les Arolles
Or Brides les Bains – Hotel Golf, Hotel le centre

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 the Off Piste and Backcountry courses?

Both courses feature off piste skiing. Off Piste courses are half days with Snoworks instructors and Backcountry Courses are full days either with Snoworks instructors, or sometimes a combination of Snoworks instructors and local ski guides.. Some Backcountry courses use ski touring equipment to access routes.

Will I be skiing with people of a similar skiing standard?

Yes, this is our aim. Our instructors arrange groups of skiers that will complement each other to progress and improve.  We may have different groups running alongside one another, or mixed level groups depending on numbers.

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