Courchevel is a ski resort in France with 150 km of pistes and 58 lifts. Skiing reaches up to 2 738 m above sea level and the village sits at 1 850 m. Accommodation with lift pass included can be booked directly, you arrange your own travel there.
Courchevel is the most exclusive resort in Les 3 Vallées and one of the world's most prestigious ski destinations. The resort comprises several villages at different altitudes, with Courchevel 1850 (now simply Courchevel) being the best known for its luxury hotels, designer boutiques and gourmet restaurants. A ski holiday in Courchevel appeals to those wanting to combine world-class skiing with the very best service.
The ski area offers 150km of its own pistes with an unusually good spread across all levels. The wide, well-groomed runs above the treeline are among the best in the Alps for families and intermediate skiers. Courchevel invests more in piste grooming than anywhere else, and the quality of the surface is clearly noticeable.
The resort isn't just one place but four levels: Le Praz (1,300m) with its Olympic ski jump, Courchevel Village (1,550m) which is quieter, Moriond (1,650m) with more favourable prices, and Courchevel 1850, the luxury destination. All share the same lift system and provide access to the Les 3 Vallées network's 600km of pistes in total.
Courchevel 1850 has a concentration of five-star hotels and gourmet restaurants unmatched anywhere in the ski world. Several restaurants hold Michelin stars, and the shopping includes the most exclusive international brands. Despite its luxurious profile, more affordable accommodation can be found in the lower village areas.
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Courchevel offers 150km of pistes and 58 lifts, with direct access to the Les 3 Vallées network's 600km in total. The piste grooming is among the very best in the Alps. The mix favours wide, well-groomed runs suited to families and intermediate skiers. The Saulire peak (2,738m) connects through to the Méribel side. The beginner areas at Pralong and Bellecôte are large and well organised.
Piste map for Courchevel
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Best time to travel to Courchevel
December to April, with the best conditions in January and February. Courchevel's north-facing slopes hold their snow well. Russian New Year (7 January) and the February half-term weeks are extremely popular, with high prices. March offers quieter conditions.
How to get to Courchevel
You arrange your own travel, and many drive their own car. Taking the Eurotunnel from Folkestone and arriving at Calais, it's roughly 968 km to Courchevel, around 9,9 hours of pure driving time through France. Remember that studded tyres are banned in France and Germany.
Courchevel is suitable for
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Suitable to some extent
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Good snow reliability
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See prices for ski holidays in CourchevelFrequently asked questions about Courchevel
No, Courchevel has several village areas at different altitudes. Moriond (1,650m) and Le Praz (1,300m) offer significantly more affordable accommodation with the same access to the pistes and Les 3 Vallées. It's entirely possible to have an affordable ski holiday in Courchevel if you choose your village carefully.
Courchevel is known for having the best piste grooming in the Alps. The resort invests huge resources in piste maintenance, and the wide, perfectly groomed runs are one of the main attractions. The quality is especially noticeable on the blue and red pistes.
Courchevel Village (1,550m) and Moriond (1,650m) are the best choices for families. They have a quieter atmosphere, good ski schools and more affordable prices. Courchevel's beginner areas are large and well organised, with dedicated zones for children.
