Ski in luxury with access to 600km of pistes and top-notch dining. Explore unique villages, vibrant après-ski, and thrilling activities.
Get to know Courchevel
With some of the best slopes in the Three Valleys, access to 600km of pistes and award-winning restaurants both on and off the mountain, every day there is something new to enjoy in Courchevel.
For après, each unique village has something special to offer, with buses and late-night gondolas making it easy to enjoy them all. From live bands to local ice hockey matches, luging to indoor surfing, there really is something for everyone. Courchevel does nothing by halves, so you’re bound to be impressed, especially if you catch some fireworks.
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At a glance
Ski area
Three Valleys
Resort altitude
1850m
Piste range
600–3230m
Lifts
156
Green runs
48
Blue runs
135
Red runs
119
Black runs
33
More about Courchevel
Skiing in Courchevel
Courchevel is at one end of the Three Valleys epic 600km linked ski area (the largest in the world). Courchevel is home to some of the widest and open runs in the area. It’s a spectacular area to explore from the tree runs around La Tania to the grand couloirs at the top of Saulire.
Another little thing to note is there are a couple of free lifts at the bottom of the mountain (Bellecote - and marked with a yellow rectangle on the piste map) perfect for arrival or departure days if you get there in time and want a few runs without buying a whole day's lift pass.
If you’re up for a bit of a challenge then black run Suisse starts at a lofty 2,600m at the top of the valley. Head down the red Marmottes run into a huge sweeping turn onto the black Suisse for a fast paced run down to the chair.
Self-catered apartments in Courchevel
With five unique villages to choose from, Courchevel has a diverse and extensive selection of self-catering apartments. From small modern studios to large duplex apartments fit for a large group, you're likely to find what you're looking for in Courchevel.
Don't let the price tag scare you away. Despite Courchevel's reputation for being a tad on the pricey side, there are some very humble self-catering apartments that won't break the bank. Check out Courchevel Village & La Tania for the best bang for your buck.
The self-catering chalets of Courchevel
We would be lying if we said that Courchevel wasn't home to some ridiculous chalets. From lavish spas, car lifts, nightclubs and home cinemas, if you're looking for something extra in Courchevel, you'll be sure to find it.
Winding down the hill from Courchevel (1850) however, you'll enter the land of the living. Where a cosy family chalet to share with your nearest and dearest, might not be as expensive as you think.
The skiing is second to none, while the wide, open pistes provide the perfect backdrop for beginners and kids. Not to mention the stunning views that surround the resort.
Courchevel's 5 villages
Made up of five small, well-connected villages between 1300m and 1850m, Courchevel has plenty to offer both on and off your skis, including the largest aquatic centre in Europe, Aquamotion in the family-orientated Courchevel Village.
Moriond is the apres hub, 1850 the luxurious and main village, Le Praz is traditional and full of tree skiing and La Tania is it’s own little world tucked away in the forest.
Hidden gems
Best bite
Alice's recommendation (Mireille agrees!) is to eat here at any opportunity you get. In fact we plan on heading to Courchevel for Le Bistro du Praz rather than the skiing this winter. It's of course a bonus you can do both.
Apres ski
Le Planté de Bâton in Courchevel 1850 is a great place to head for some straight-off-the-slopes dancing to a DJ action. If guitars and singers are more your jam, head to Le Pelican in Courchevel Moriond after to warm up!
Top slopes
Head to Cave des Creux. It’s nearly always freshly groomed because the piste bashers live at the end of it and it doesn't really take you anywhere so it gets forgotten.
Getting here
Geneva Airport
2 hrs 10 min
Moutiers Train Station
35 min
Chambery Airport
1 hr 25 min
Courchevel map
A high flying reputation
World-renowned for its prestige, Courchevel is famous for designer shops, Michelin-starred restaurants and extravagant chalets. It may attract royalty, but accommodation ranges from palaces to (believe it or not) modest apartments that don't break the bank.
Sitting on the edge of the Three Valleys (the largest connected ski area in the world) you’ll enjoy epic skiing, with easy access to Meribel, Val Thorens and over 600km of pistes.
Après ski in Courchevel
Courchevel 1850 is the main and luxurious hub of après in Courchevel. Sophisticated with a price tag to match from piste side bars to Michelin dining and stylish late night clubs.
However head down to Moriond (1650) and you’ll find a buzzing atmosphere and lively après scene without all the razzle dazzle. A village well worth exploring if you love your après.
