Activities & practical information about the estate

Which lifts are accessible to pedestrians?

Pedestrians can access several ski lifts with a pedestrian pass. This pass is perfect for enjoying panoramic views or reaching points of interest without skiing.

It includes access to:

Saint-Martin 1 gondola – Saint-Martin Express chairlift – Bettex chairlift – Roc 1 gondola – Roc 2 chairlift – Reberty chairlift – Pointe de la Masse gondola – Bruyères 1 & 2 gondolas – Preyerand cable car – Croisette cable lift.

Can you buy a pedestrian pass to access mountain restaurants?

Yes, absolutely! The pedestrian pass gives you access to lifts dedicated to pedestrians so you can reach mountain restaurants and enjoy panoramic views of the ski area.

Available pedestrian passes:

  • 1 or 2 sections in Les Menuires and Saint-Martin-de-Belleville

  • 1-day Les 3 Vallées: perfect for exploring multiple areas on foot

  • 6-day Les 3 Vallées: ideal for longer stays

  • Season Les 3 Vallées: unlimited access all winter

Find all practical info and prices here:
https://www.skipass-lesmenuires.com/en/pedestrians-winter

Tip: The Les 3 Vallées app (https://onelink.to/4376ta) helps you:

  • See lifts accessible to pedestrians

  • Locate mountain restaurants

  • Plan your route.

Which lifts allow dogs?

Dogs are allowed, under your responsibility, on:

  • Saint-Martin 1 gondola

  • Roc 1 gondola

  • Pointe de la Masse gondola (special Pointe de la Masse pass – 1 section)

  • Bruyères 1 & 2 gondolas

  • Preyerand cable car

  • Croisette cable lift


Important: No extra charge applies.
Les 3 Vallées connections are not accessible with an animal.

Which special equipment is allowed on the ski area?

Allowed:

  • Snowscoot (seated or standing) on all lifts except drag lifts

  • Snow-skate only on lifts accessible to pedestrians

Prohibited (by slope regulations):
Yooner, Snooc, Paret…

Where can I find the piste maps?

Live piste map: Les 3 Vallées app: https://onelink.to/4376ta
Download: https://www.skipass-lesmenuires.com/fr/telechargement
Paper maps: available at sales points and the tourist office.

Where can I find ski touring routes?

Secure marked routes are available. Check the dedicated map: https://assets.ctfassets.net/4a1jxa5u6hbl/2wegf8uyGWMO2g3dRoDkCj/53295303770de8d4b107e051931b5a88/plan-sentiers-raquettes.pdf

Where can I see groomed slopes?

Check groomed slopes overnight on the Les 3 Vallées app: https://onelink.to/4376ta or at https://www.skipass-lesmenuires.com/fr/meteoouvertures

Where can I find a restaurant on the slopes?

Mountain restaurants are marked on the piste map.
Download it here: https://www.skipass-lesmenuires.com/fr/telechargement
Or check it live on the Les 3 Vallées app: https://onelink.to/4376ta

Where can I find a picnic area on the slopes?

To locate picnic areas, check the piste map:
https://www.skipass-lesmenuires.com/fr/telechargement
Or the Les 3 Vallées app: https://onelink.to/4376ta

Where can I find toilets on the slopes?

To locate toilets, check the piste map:
https://www.skipass-lesmenuires.com/fr/telechargement
Or the Les 3 Vallées app: https://onelink.to/4376ta

How can I reach Les 3 Vallées and ensure my return?

For your safety and comfort:
Respect lift schedules to guarantee your return.
Check weather and opening times here: https://www.skipass-lesmenuires.com/en/weatherandopenings

Which resorts are part of Les 3 Vallées?

Les 3 Vallées brings together 7 legendary resorts: Courchevel, Méribel, Brides-les-Bains, Les Menuires, Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, Val Thorens, and Orelle.
Find connections and practical info on the Les 3 Vallées app: https://onelink.to/4376ta

Key facts about Les 3 Vallées ski area:

  • 161 ski lifts

  • 600 km of slopes

  • 57 pedestrian trails

  • 54 lifts for pedestrians

  • 56 mountain restaurants

  • 25 accessible summits

  • Over 85% of the area above 1,800 m

  • Slope distribution: 16% green, 42% blue, 32% red, 10% black

Key facts about Les Menuires and Saint-Martin area:

  • Altitude: 1,450 m to 2,850 m

  • 160 km of slopes: 12 green, 39 blue, 22 red, 8 black

  • 30 ski lifts

  • 2 sledging runs, 5 fun zones (Friendly Natural Park, Pixel Area, etc.)

  • 28 km of cross-country skiing

  • Lift types: 5 gondolas, 10 detachable chairlifts, 1 fixed chairlift, 5 drag lifts, 7 carpets, 1 cable car, 1 cable lift

Must-see spots in Les Menuires sector:

  • Pixel Area: boardercross + snowpark (Becca or Sunny Express chairlift).

  • Roc’n’Bob: 4 km sledging run (Tue-Fri 2:30 pm-6:45 pm, Mon during school holidays). Start at Roc 1 gondola.

  • Beginners: green slopes Violette and Montagnette (Roc 1 gondola and Menuires chairlift).

  • Photo spot: Pixel Area (Becca or Sunny Express chairlift).

  • Panoramas & chill zones: Roc 1 gondola summit + Pixel Area terrace.

  • Toilets: Croisette snow front, Roc 1 gondola summit, and Doron chairlift.

Must-see spots in Bruyères sector

  • La Mine: rail sledging (open daily, 3 pm-7 pm, Bruyères area).

  • Léo Lacroix: black slope with 950 m vertical drop (Mont de la Chambre chairlift or Bruyères 2 gondola).

  • David Douillet: red slope in two sections (Mont de la Chambre chairlift or Bruyères 2 gondola).

  • Panoramic table: view over Vallon du Lou and Combe de la Masse (Bruyères 2 gondola summit).

  • Chill zone: picnic tables (Bruyères 1 gondola summit).

  • Toilets: Bruyères snow front + Mont de la Chambre chairlift summit (restaurant).

Must-see spots in La Masse sector:

  • Machine Room: discover how a gondola works + LEGO® model (Pointe de la Masse gondola summit station). Guided tour every Thursday at 11 am.

  • 360° Terrace: panoramic view + giant #lesmenuires letters (Pointe de la Masse gondola summit).

  • Bouquetin: iconic station statue (start of Bouquetin blue slope).

  • Liberty Ride Masse: ungroomed but secured area for off-piste thrills (Pointe de la Masse gondola summit).

  • Dame Blanche: black alpine slope (access via Masse drag lift).

  • Friendly Natural Park: fun slope about Vanoise wildlife + educational terrace (access via Pointe de la Masse or Masse 1 gondola).

  • Chill zones & terraces: Bouquetin slope and below Masse 1 gondola summit.

  • Picnic room & toilets: at lift departure and Pointe de la Masse gondola summit.

Must-see spots in Saint-Martin sector:

  • HAPPY SELFIE: capture your family or friends portrait (Saint Martin Express chairlift exit).

  • JERUSALEM: the iconic blue slope (access via Saint Martin Express chairlift).

  • Chill & picnic zones: start and summit of Saint Martin Express chairlift (250 m² Chill Zone for picnics or relaxing with panoramic views over Belleville Valley).

  • Panoramic tables: views over Belleville Valley (start and summit of Saint Martin Express chairlift).

  • Toilets: at Saint Martin Express chairlift start and Granges chairlift start (inside the restaurant).

Top photo spots:

  • Pointe de la Masse (2,800 m) via Pointe de la Masse gondola (360° terrace)

  • Col de la Chambre (2,850 m) via Bruyères gondola or Mont de la Chambre chairlift

  • Tougnète (2,437 m) via Saint Martin Express chairlift (stunning view over Belleville Valley and Mont Blanc)

How to reach Pointe de la Masse?

  • On foot: take the Croisette cable lift (free access) to reach the Pointe de la Masse gondola departure.

  • On skis: follow the green slope Boulevard de la Masse from Croisette.

Included in your pass: access included in ski and pedestrian passes (1 to 6 days and season). Not included in pedestrian passes for 1 or 2 sections.

Is there night skiing in Les Menuires?

There is no night skiing in Les Menuires. Slopes close according to lift schedules; check them here: https://www.skipass-lesmenuires.com/en/weatherandopenings