De Three Valleys consist of several areas, of which Courchevel, Méribel, Les Menuires and Val Thorens will probably sound familiar to winter sports enthusiasts. Les 3 Vallées is considered the world's largest contiguous winter sports area.

Of these three valleys is Meribel the ideal choice for a holiday with the whole family.

This lake is located in the middle of a beautiful valley, surrounded by the nature reserve Plan the Tueda, with a beautiful view of Mont Vallon, the proud highest peak of Méribel. In winter this valley is frequented by cross-country skiers, but in summer there is plenty of room for walking. You can walk around the lake or up the mountains through the pine trees. You determine the length of your walk yourself. And when you get hungry, you can stop by Restaurant La Tueda  for a delicious lunch on the comfortable sun loungers by the lake. Good to know, swimming in the lake is not allowed because it is a protected nature reserve.

Or pedal far away. Because riding a bike is totally the thing in Méribel; Electric mountain bikes in particular are popular locals. We understand, with all those mountains. Electric mountain bikes are here just for rent. Top for Col de la Loze: This exceptionally beautiful cycling route through the mountains has a gradient of more than 20% in some parts, making it a quite challenging tour. But the breathtaking views you encounter along the way make it all more than worth it.

It is good to know that for many activities the summer season usually runs from the end of June to the end of August. Then the green mountains turn into white slopes again.

Méribel also has all kinds of exciting activities that are great for the summer. Admire the green mountains from the air during it paragliding or climb the 14 meter high climbing wall up in the village.

You can also climb the highest peak in France, via the Via Ferrata de Burgin. With a Via Ferrata, which means 'iron road', you secure yourself up the mountain using iron pins, hooks and carabiners. The Burgin takes you to an altitude of about 2700 meters! That is certainly not nothing and you get the view of all the other surrounding mountain peaks in return. The level is average and it will take you all day. If this sounds too extreme, there's also the Via Ferrata from La Rosière, ideal for beginners or with the kids. You will have completed this route within 2,5 hours. The most impressive thing? The suspension bridge that hangs straight through the valley!

Or choose the Via ferrata Cascade de la Fraîche in Pralognan. This is nice and short but intense and ends with two cool zip lines of 200 and 400 meters long.