APRES-SKI IN LES MENUIRES
Conveniently clustered right at the bottom of ski runs, many of the terraced bars are 'ski into' and often bathed in sunshine. Comparatively, Les Menuires is a little quieter than neighbouring resorts like Meribel and Val Thorens when it comes to après ski, however there is still enough going on, and the resort itself gives off a very French atmosphere.
The main hub for après ski in Les Menuires is La Croisette, home to most of the resort's bars and clubs.
Top Après-Ski Bars and Pubs
- Fahrenheit Seven Les Menuires: The hotel's own 200m² après terrace, run in collaboration with Veuve Clicquot, with DJs every day. Fahrenheit Seven is known for its après-ski focus, and this terrace is set to become an après destination in its own right.
- Bar Le Challenge: A popular slope-side spot in La Croisette hosting live music sets that often stay open until around 2:00 AM.
- Pub La Mousse: Located just below Le Challenge in La Croisette, a lively pub with pool tables, regular live music, and a friendly, unpretentious crowd.
- Jacks Les Menuires: A firm après-ski favourite already established in Meribel, now also in La Croisette, with live bands, Rock 'n' Roll bingo, happy hours, and parties.
- Roc Seven: Slope-side and sun-drenched, with après-ski dance music.
Alternatively, Val Thorens is also within easy reach for those wanting to après ski there. A free inter-resort bus connects Val Thorens and Les Menuires, running every hour until 7 pm, or a taxi costs roughly 40 euros. Once there, the Folie Douce is worth a try — while smaller than its Meribel counterpart, it makes up for it with a buzzing atmosphere, and 360 is also well known for its big on-piste parties. If you're skiing back rather than taking the bus or a taxi, don't leave it too late, as ski patrol start closing the connecting runs between 4.30 pm and 5 pm.
Apres ski at La Folie Douce, Les Menuires/Val Thorens:
Les Menuires Nightlife
Beyond the bars already mentioned for après ski (which normally stay open until late anyway), there's a good choice for those who consider themselves wine or beer connoisseurs, plus a couple of proper late-night venues.
- Le Kube: A piano bar with a cosy lounge atmosphere until 10 PM, turning into more of a bar/pub with a pool table and an extensive cocktail list from 10 PM to 2 AM. Live music typically starts around 5:30 PM, followed by DJ sets from 10 PM onwards.
- Cave des Belleville: A wine bar open from 5 PM to 9:30 PM in the evenings.
Clubs and Late-Night Venues
- Le Leeberty: Situated in Les Bruyères, it runs a happy hour from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM before transitioning into a late-night club with themed music playing until 4:00 AM.
- Le New Pop: Located in La Croisette, a classic resort nightclub for keeping the party going into the early hours.
Val Thorens is just a short taxi drive away if you want a larger selection of bars and clubs to wet your whistle.
Apres ski at Le Leeberty, Les Menuires:
