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The lifts carry bikes and give access to a number of high level cycling routes. It is also possible to cycle from Meribel to surrounding villages such as Courchevel and Brides-les-Bains, cycling more or less downhill only, using the lift system to return to Meribel. Bikes can usually be hired locally. Walkers have the choice of following some of the "Grande Randonee" routes which run through the local mountains or simply heading off on a trail with a map - the tourist office provides maps and descriptions of local walks (although not always in English). Look out for the local mountain refuges - these are often set in idyllic locations. Climbers might like to try the climbing wall in the sports centre before testing their skills on the Via Ferrata which has been constructed along the rocky spires of the Saulire mountain above Meribel.

There is a superb golf course located above the village, near to the Altiport. Golfers are advised to beware of low flying planes as they tee off on the third! If you enjoy horse riding, lessons are available and experienced riders can take half-day treks along trails high up in the mountainside. Several companies offer river rafting in the main valley a few kilometres from Meribel, and in the resort itself there are tennis courts, a roller-skating rink, a full-size ice skating rink and a swimming pool with a flume and a tiny baby pool. If you want to take to the air, you could take a hang-gliding trip from the top of the Saulire mountain or learn to parascend - the local school runs courses throughout the summer. The local tourist office runs activity courses for children from five upwards and also runs an activity area near the swimming pool with trampolines, bouncy castles and mini golf. There is a charge for these activities but not for the swings and slides nearby.

If all this exercise sounds too much, the alternative is to sit in the sun and take in the atmosphere, or perhaps to take a few gentle walks. For instance, the local lake is situated in a spectacular, flat, alpine plain just a few kilometres from the village centre. It is usually only necessary to walk for a few minutes from the nearest habitation to find yourself in peaceful and usually solitary surroundings. You will also find that your fellow holidaymakers are much more likely to be French than of any other nationality. In the village, the emphasis is on relaxation in informal surroundings. There is a good range of bars and restaurants, 3 supermarkets, butchers, stationers (with English papers if you must!), gift shops and clothes shops. If you decide to eat in there is no need to cook as the local charcuteries are excellent. Patisseries in the village specialise in pastries decorated with local fruits - very difficult to resist! Mid to end August, the shops start to offer spectacular discounts on last year's ski equipment and clothing, holding a street market on one day near the end of August. With discounts of up to 50% generally available, you can pay for your holiday from the savings on your new gear!

If you decide to explore nearby valleys, you will find them very unspoilt and rural. Villages like Pralognan close by have stunning views from the village and also offer excellent walking, biking and climbing. Easily within driving distance for day visits is Lake Annecy - cyclists could try the cycle track around the entire lake - it's only 30 kms with much of the route on the flat. Other well-known places such as Megeve and Chamonix are also easily within reach.

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The prices quoted are on a weekly basis for the rental of the apartment including electricity, heating, water and local taxes. A deposit of 30% of weekly rental (minimum £100) should then be sent to secure the reservation and the balance plus security deposit paid one month prior to the first day of your holiday.

A security deposit of £250, or £500 for the Chalet is payable (with the balance of your holiday cost) which will be refunded to you upon return of the keys after your holiday The security deposit may be subject to a deduction for breakages, additional cleaning etc. and you may also be liable for any damage in excess of the deposit amount.

If for any reason you do wish to cancel please advise by telephone as soon as possible and then confirm in writing. We will always try to re-let to minimise your loss and if you advise us more than one month prior to the holiday, we retain only your deposit. (The same applies if you do not pay the balance of your rental one month prior to the first day of your holiday.)

Should you cancel within one month of the scheduled first day of your holiday we will attempt to re-let and if successful will deduct only the loss incurred subject to a minimum retainer of the deposit. If we are unable to re-let the accommodation, we regret no refund will be made.

Keys are issued on receipt of your final payment (ie around two/three weeks ahead of your holiday). Bed linen and towel hire are available by arrangement. Please check for costs.

The accommodation is available from 4.00 p.m. on the first day of the rental until 10.00 am on the last day unless otherwise arranged.

Any difficulties with the accommodation during your holiday are handled locally by a British managed company based in the resort.

Although unable to make recommendations or make bookings in resort on your behalf, we can answer general questions about the resort, bike hire, activities, etc. and on ways of getting to and around the resort. The information we give is as known to us at that time and although we naturally apologise if circumstances change by the time of your holiday, I am sure you will understand that we cannot be held responsible for these changes.