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Courchevel Ski Holidays
Courchevel
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Apartment Ariondaz H222
Chalet Ciuk
Apartment Phoenix 602
Apartment Carré Blanc 131
Apartment Triolet
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Apartment Marmottons 1
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Apartment Jardin Alpin 410B
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Le Moriond
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Résidence Le Moriond
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Apartment Carré Blanc 133
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Thinking of Courchevel?
Courchevel serves up some serious skiing alongside its many Michelin-starred restaurants and designer stores. And don't worry, highflying patrons aside, there is something for everyone across Courchevel's cluster of villages.
Widely known as the most luxurious of the resorts in The Three Valleys, Courchevel consists of six distinct villages, each nestled at a different altitude, from the family-friendly Courchevel Village to the glamorous ski paradise of Courchevel 1850. What’s more, you’ll have all 600km of the world’s largest ski area on your doorstep.
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Resort Statistics
| Level | Rating | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | 27 | |
| Intermediates | 82 | |
| Advanced | 10 | |
| Snowboarders | ||
| Total Runs | 119 |
Good for
- Off piste
- Families
- Non-skiers
- Groups
Resort features
Ice Rink
Nightclub
Health Spa
Bowling
Skidoo
Gym
Parapenting
Snowshoeing
Snow sure
High altitude skiing
High altitude resort
Traditional village resort
Lively après ski
Exclusive Resort
Picturesque
New To Skiing
Resort bus
Supermarket
Tourist Office
Resort Statistics
| Resort Altitude | 1850m |
| Highest Lift | 2740m |
| Total Piste | 150km |
| Longest Run | 9km |
| Directions of Slopes | N, E, S/E, W |
| Total Lifts | 67 |
| Gondolas/Cable cars | 12 |
| Chairlifts | 17 |
| Drag Lifts | 29 |
| Snow Parks | 1 |
Courchevel Ski Resort
Glamour meets skiing in Courchevel, the gateway to the Three Valleys, with especially good terrain for intermediates, but plenty on offer for beginners and advanced skiers as well.
Courchevel is made up of six (often) ski-in-ski-out villages - Saint-Bon, Le Praz, La Tania, Courchevel Village, Moriond, and 1850 - situated between 1,100m and 1,850m and all linked by a series of lifts and free shuttles. So, whichever you stay in, you’ll have access to the resort’s many delights.
The variety across these villages means you can have any kind of holiday you want to, whether that’s a quieter trip to the tranquil and car-free La Tania or to be in the heart of the action in 1850.
The slopes are very accessible, and, thanks to the plethora of cruisey blues and fun reds, a top notch resort for intermediate skiers, but beginners and advanced skiers are sure to love it too.
There are loads of other ways to enjoy the snow, including dog sledding, snowshoeing, ski touring and more, as well as more relaxing pursuits for when you’re off the slopes, such as Aquamotion (Europe’s largest mountain aquatic centre), spas, high-end shops, and all those restaurants to tuck into.
Top reasons to choose Courchevel
Here are the top five reasons to choose Courchevel for your next ski holiday:
Vast ski area: Courchevel gives you easy access to the 600km of terrain across the Three Valleys, which also includes the charming resort of Meribel and high-altitude party paradise of Val Thorens.
Variety: Across its six different villages, you can find a place to stay that meets your needs and preferences, whether you want relaxation or raucousness.
Glamourous: If your passions include both skiing and a taste for the finer things in life, Courchevel will be your ideal resort, as it offers both in spades.
Great for intermediates: The many kilometres of interlinked blues and reds make Courchevel a perfect resort for intermediates.
Beginner-friendly: Courchevel is also a great place for beginner skiers, with plenty of greens and blues, especially around the village of Moriond.
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For even more reasons to choose Courchevel, check out our guide on all the reasons why Courchevel is a great ski resort.
Courchevel's villages
There are six different villages in Courchevel, including:
Saint Bon: Courchevel’s original village at 1,100m was the site of the resort’s first hotel, built in 1908. It has charming narrow streets and a baroque church.
Courchevel-Le Praz: With its rustic farmhouses and stone chalets, immerse yourself in this authentic Alpine village for a tranquil ski holiday.
Courchevel-La Tania: A car-free village in the heart of the forest, La Tania is the newest of the six and offers plenty of activities and entertainment for the whole family.
Courchevel-Village (1550): At 1,550m, the Village is amongst the most family-friendly areas in Courchevel, with easy access to the slopes, loads of restaurants, an ‘aquafun’ centre and a toboggan run.
Courchevel-Moriond (1650): A great spot for beginners thanks to the preponderance of blue and green runs, Moriond is also well-stocked with apres-ski bars and pubs, and receives abundant sunshine.
Courchevel 1850: With its numerous five star hotels, luxury chalets, Michelin restaurants, and sublime skiing opportunities, 1850 epitomises Courchevel.
What's the accommodation like in Courchevel?
Luxury and premium accommodation options are, of course, in plentiful supply in Courchevel, but there are also great value places to stay.
Courchevel is renowned for its number of five-star and even ‘palatial’ hotels, which are amongst the most luxurious in the Alps and often ski-in-ski-out. There are also some lovely two-star options, like the Hotel Olympic.
If you’d prefer to stay in a chalet, there are some stunning catered chalet choices in most of the six villages, as well as cheaper ones. Apartments probably represent the most cost-effective accommodation in Courchevel, usually self-catered and with good access to the lifts.
Courchevel's apres scene
If you want to party with pomp and circumstance, Courchevel offers the premium apres-ski experience.
Up in 1850, the hottest ticket in town is surely La Mangeoire, a restaurant and piano bar that serves exquisite food throughout the evening and then transitions into an all night disco with DJs until 5am.
Wild champagne and Grey Goose-fuelled parties are also available at Les Caves, another of 1850’s late night hotspots, which doesn’t even open until midnight.
But don’t worry, there are also places to indulge in that Alpine tradition of table dancing on the terrace. Folie Douce, located on the mountains between Courchevel and Meribel, never fails to disappoint with its cabaret shows, live music, DJs, and flowing drinks.
Moriond has its own excellent après offering in the form of the Funky Fox, which has everything you could ask for, including food, drinks, live sports, and live music until 2am.
You can also find live music down in La Tania at Pub le Ski Lodge. Bands play every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 5pm, and from 10pm on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Even the quiet village of La Praz has a lively bar, L’Elephant, where you can enjoy sports and live music. It’s open until 2am.
If you prefer a more relaxing drink after a day on the slopes, there are plenty of wine bars to choose from. Try Le P’tit Drink in 1850, a charming spot for wine and tapas, or if you’re in 1550, Les Perles du Palais, another lovely little establishment for enjoying local wines.
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Discover even more apres options in our guide to the top apres bars and nightlife hotspots in Courchevel.
Activities and things to do in Courchevel
Whether you want to relax in a stylish spa or to slide down the mountain on something other than skis, Courchevel has you covered.
Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding, ski touring, tobogganing, Nordic walking, and fat biking are all on offer, as well as, for the really adventurous, skydiving, ice climbing and a hot air balloon ride.
Indoor activities include bowling, climbing, an escape room experience, an ice rink, and the aforementioned Aquamotion aquatic centre.
To truly unwind, why not book a treatment at one of the resort’s many luxury spas?
Skiing in Courchevel
Courchevel is home to 150km of the 600km slopes in the Three Valleys, with varied skiing for all abilities and, probably, the best kept pistes in the Alps.
Across the six villages that make up Courchevel, you’ll find skiing to suit your preferences and skill level, from excellent beginner slopes and tree-lined runs to challenging reds and snow parks - all serviced by state-of-the-art lifts.
If you do manage to exhaust its pistes during your trip, just hop over the mountain to discover Meribel and beyond.
Is Courchevel a good place to ski?
Courchevel offers world class skiing for all abilities. But what is it that makes it so good for intermediates? Well, reds and blues of all shapes and sizes are quite simply abundant, with around 70 in total across the resort.
Highlights include Creux, the longest blue in the valley, a wide slope of varying gradient that you can access from Saulire and that acts as a great warm up for a day’s skiing.
You should also check out Folyeres, a tree-lined blue that snakes its way down to La Tania, and Biollay, a fun and gentle blue that descends from the top of the Pralong and Biollay chairlifts.
For reds, head up to the top of Saulire, where you’ll be spoilt for choice, or go up Signal and try Chapelets, which is often uncrowded and offers great views over the valley.
What about experts? Courchevel is home to 12 blacks, the most in the Three Valleys.
The Jean Blanc Black is a must. It’s a long black that descends down through the trees from the top of the Plantrey chair. Rarely interrupted by crossings, and with its snow quality maintained by the protective forest, it’s a treat.
The cryptically titled M, which has an average gradient of 35% is also definitely worth a look. And don’t miss the ungroomed but avalanche-controlled Grand Couloir.
We should also mention that, as you’d hope from such an exclusive resort, the piste grooming facilities in Courchevel are second to none. Expect to wake up to perfect, corduroy slopes every morning.
Is Courchevel snow sure?
Yes, Courchevel is very snow sure.
85% of the resort’s skiable terrain sits above 1,800m, with lifts going all the way up to 2,700m.
The majority of the pistes are on north facing slopes, ensuring they maintain excellent snow conditions even as the sun climbs higher in the sky.
On top of that, Courchevel’s snow record is very healthy. Last season saw well over 200cm of snow on the upper slopes and around 150cm on the lower slopes between January and April.
It also has extensive snow-making facilities, with over 50% of the resort covered.
Is Courchevel suitable for beginners?
Courchevel is great for beginners.
A good starting point is to head up either the Jardin Alpin or Altiport lifts, where you’ll find a number of friendly greens that will help you find your feet.
Then we’d recommend making your way to the slopes of the Signal peak above Moriond.
There are some lovely greens, including Praline and Belvedere, which are just as delightful as their names suggest, as well as blues like Grange and Marquis that are perfect for building your confidence.
There are actually 12 free lifts in Courchevel, a few in each of the main villages.
These are wonderful for absolute beginners as they take you up to the easiest slopes and allow you to try out skiing for the first time without committing to a whole area pass.
Family skiing in Courchevel
If you’re skiing as a family, you’ll have a wonderful time in Courchevel.
We’d recommend staying in the village. There, you’ll have easy access to the Grangettes gondola, which takes you up to 1850, where you can get the Verdons lift to enjoy the dedicated family freestyle park, as well as long greens like Renards.
You can also head up Jardin Alpin or Chenus to enjoy the many greens and blues on the slopes descending from those lifts.
Courchevel ski holidays FAQs
Why is Courchevel so expensive?
Courchevel is expensive because of its luxury hotels and fine-dining restaurants, which have drawn celebrities including the Royal Family to the resort.
That said, there is a lot about Courchevel that doesn’t require a bottomless pocket.
Is Meribel better than Courchevel?
It depends what type of holiday you’re after.
Meribel is a pretty resort and its location at the centre of the Three Valleys makes it ideal for exploring the whole ski area. But if you’re after luxury or a slower pace, there’s only one place to stay and that’s Courchevel.
Is Courchevel good for beginners?
Courchevel is a brilliant beginner resort. It has dozens of greens and reds and literally a dozen free lifts.
How much does it cost to stay in Courchevel?
Courchevel is as expensive as you want it to be. Sure, there are fancy hotels and chalets, but there are also apartments available for as little as £320* for the week.
Why is Courchevel famous?
Courchevel is famous for both its glamour and the quality of its skiing. It marries five star hotels, designer shops, Michelin star restaurants and celebrity clientele with top notch pistes.
*Prices as of 2024. Subject to change
How do you get to Courchevel?
The nearest airport to Courchevel is Chambery, which is around an hour’s drive away.
However, many travellers choose to fly into Geneva, which is about 1 hour and 30 minutes away, but has a much larger choice of inbound flights.
You could also get the snow train all the way from London St Pancras to Moutiers, which is just a 30 minute transfer away from the resort.
Courchevel SKI PASS PRICES
The prices for the Courchevel 3 Valleys lift pass, for the Winter 24/25 ski season can be found below.
| Number of days | Adult price | Child price | Senior price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | €395.00 | €323.90 | €98.70 |
| 4 | €316.00 | €259.10 | €79.00 |
| 3 | €237.00 | €194.30 | €59.20 |
Prices are normally based on a full area lift pass and child ages vary by resort. The above are guides, so please call one of the Iglu team for prices for your holiday.
Courchevel Reviews
(11 Reviews)
Hidden Gem -
01/09/2019
Stayed at le Anemones hotel. A secret gem in the heart of Courchevel 1850. Fantastic access to skiing the 3 Valleys. Great snow, great hotel hosts and a fabulous weeks skiing. The resort has slopes catering for all ski levels and big enough to mean queues for lifts were never onerous. Planning a return this year without fail.
Apres Ski: 5/5
Mark Palmer
Favourite spot in the 3 Valleys -
21/05/2019
Spent a few seasons here and feel it is the perfect 3V location. Situated at 1850m and it has great mix of North and South facing slopes. The resort has an excellent snow record and has all the latest with regard to snow making and piste preparation. Most accommodation is ski in ski out meaning no trekking about before or after skiing. Favourite runs, Try M early morning after grooming or fresh snow. Jockeys down to Le Praz is great after fresh snow and the Couloirs off La Saulire are fantastic. Great Mountain restaurants, try the one next to the altiport and watch planes take off and land while you eat. Les Saint Peres and Caves de Courchevel are the best late night spots.
Apres Ski: 5/5
Mark
Iglu Staff
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