If you’re currently planning your summer holiday, we can’t recommend highly enough that you make the most of your few days off to head to the mountains to recharge your batteries and breathe in some fresh air. Although summer holidays in the mountains are becoming more and more popular every year, choosing the right time of year is essential to make the most of your stay and enjoy glorious weather.

With its stunning emerald-coloured lakes, the mountains are just as exceptional in summer as they are in winter. If you’re not sure when to visit Méribel this summer, we’ll help you find out the best time to book your holiday in the great outdoors, depending on the activities you’d like to do.

This year, you’ve decided to go on a summer holiday to the mountains in July – the perfect time to rediscover Méribel without its blanket of snow. For the summer season, Méribel is open from 29 June to 30 August 2024. We therefore invite you to book your holiday today so you can relax before you set off.

By choosing to head to the mountains in July, you’ll be able to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the mountains and switch off from the hustle and bustle of city life for a few days. Booking your summer holiday in the mountains during July is the perfect opportunity to discover vast, soothing open spaces and lose yourself in the beauty of crystal-clear lakes and breathtaking landscapes.

If you’re a keen cyclist, you can hop on your mountain bike and set off to explore the hidden corners of Méribel with your friends. With the ESF Méribel, a family summer holiday in the mountains can also be an opportunity to go on themed or glacier hikes.

If this activity appeals to you, we recommend booking your holiday for July, as the outdoor temperatures will be milder than in August and it will be easier to take part in such an intense sporting activity in direct sunlight. To prevent your children from getting sunstroke or becoming too hot, July is also the best time for your holiday.

In August, outdoor temperatures have been getting higher and higher – even unbearable – for several years now. That’s why many people decide to go on a holiday in the mountains in August. So, whether you’re travelling with friends or family, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to escape the heatwave by making the most of a lovely sunny day to go for a swim in one of the lakes near Méribel.

If you’d like to take part in some fun and sporting activities, the Méribel ESF offers a range of workshops: an introduction to wild mountain plants, themed hikes, glacier walks, and more. Children and adults alike will find something to suit them amongst our many activities suitable for all ages and will enjoy a dream holiday.

During your stay in Méribel in August, you’ll also enjoy staying hydrated by drinking natural spring water straight from the source. By heading up to higher altitudes in the summer, you’re guaranteed a successful holiday and a chance to escape the sweltering heat, whilst enjoying a change of scenery for a while. Don’t wait any longer – book your stay in Méribel now!