Your Complete Guide to Courchevel

The Ultimate Luxury Ski Destination

This resort has masterfully cultivated an image of exclusivity while remaining a fantastic destination for families, intermediate skiers, and anyone who appreciates the finer things in life. It's a place where perfectly groomed pistes meet Michelin-starred restaurants, where luxury chalets are hidden amongst alpine forests, and where the skiing experience is second to none.

Getting to Courchevel

Your Journey to Alpine Elegance

The first step in planning your luxury ski holiday is ensuring a smooth and sophisticated arrival. Courchevel's prestigious location in the Three Valleys is easily accessible from several key international airports.

Geneva Airport

Switzerland
2h 30min

The most popular gateway for international visitors, offering a vast range of flights.

Lyon-Saint Exupéry

France
2h 30min

Major airport with excellent global connections and reliable transfer times.

The Luxury of a Private Transfer

While you can take a train to the Moûtiers station in the valley below, the final part of the journey to the various Courchevel villages involves a winding mountain road. For a resort where service and comfort are paramount, a private airport transfer is not just an option; it's an essential part of the luxury experience.

Forget the logistical challenges of public transport or the stress of navigating alpine roads in a rental car. A premium private transfer service ensures your holiday begins with effortless style. You will be greeted at the airport by a professional driver and escorted to a comfortable, high-end vehicle with ample space for your luggage and ski equipment.

Choosing Your Courchevel Village

Courchevel consists of several villages at different altitudes, each with its own character and appeal. Choose wisely as this will define your entire experience.

Courchevel Moriond (1650)

Perfect Balance

The ideal compromise between luxury and value. More relaxed atmosphere than 1850 but still sophisticated. Excellent restaurants, good shopping, and direct access to the Three Valleys. Popular with families and groups.

Great Value Family Friendly Central Location

Courchevel Village (1550)

Charming & Affordable

A more budget-friendly option without compromising on the Courchevel experience. Charming village atmosphere with excellent connections to the main ski area. Great choice for those who want Courchevel quality at better prices.

Budget Friendly Authentic Good Connections

Courchevel Le Praz (1300)

Traditional & Authentic

The most traditional and charming of all the villages, Le Praz is a genuine Savoyard village with narrow streets and stone buildings. It's the home of the Olympic ski jumps from the 1992 Albertville Winter Olympics. A hidden gem with authentic alpine experience.

Olympic Venue Authentic Best Prices

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Courchevel's local ski area offers 150km of pristine pistes, but its real strength is its central position within the 600km Trois Vallées. The snow conditions are generally excellent, thanks to the resort's altitude and north-facing slopes.

600km
Trois Vallées Pistes
150km
Local Courchevel Area
Dec-Apr
Season Duration

Skiing for Every Level

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For Beginners

Bellecôte Glacier

High-altitude, snow-sure beginner slopes with spectacular mountain views and gentle gradients.

Le Praz Green Runs

Perfect learning environment in a traditional village setting with excellent ski schools.

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For Intermediates

Creux Run

Long, cruising descent offering spectacular views and perfectly maintained snow conditions.

Three Valleys Connections

Fast, efficient connections to Méribel, Les Menuires and Val Thorens for incredible ski journeys.

For Experts

Couloir Tournier

Legendary steep couloir offering one of the most challenging descents in the Three Valleys.

Off-Piste Adventures

Endless off-piste opportunities with guide services available for backcountry exploration.

Beyond Skiing

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Aquamotion

One of the largest water parks in the Alps with pools, slides, and spa facilities.

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Tobogganing

Thrilling 3km toboggan run in Moriond with tunnels and exciting turns.

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Ice Skating

Natural outdoor ice rink at La Croisette in the heart of 1850.

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Mountain Walking

Pedestrian lift passes and groomed walking trails through alpine forests.

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World-Class Dining

Le Chabichou

Courchevel 1850

Two Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant offering exceptional French cuisine in an elegant alpine setting.

2 Michelin Stars

La Bouitte

Saint-Marcel

Three Michelin-starred restaurant showcasing the finest ingredients from the Tarentaise valley.

3 Michelin Stars

Bel Air

Courchevel Moriond

Long-standing favourite known for its sunny location, excellent value, and welcoming atmosphere.

Traditional Alpine

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Best Time to Visit

December

Magical festive atmosphere, but can be very cold. Good snow cover thanks to snowmaking.

January

Coldest month with fantastic powder conditions and the quietest pistes. Insider's choice.

April

Great for sunny spring skiing. Softer snow, long lunches, often great deals.

Essential Tips

📅 Book Michelin restaurants months in advance
🎿 Pre-book ski hire online to save time
🚌 Use free resort shuttle buses between villages
⏰ Plan a full week to explore Three Valleys
🎯 Choose your village based on budget and preferences

Your Perfect Courchevel Experience Awaits

Courchevel is a resort of unparalleled quality. It offers a skiing experience that is both vast and perfectly maintained, a dining scene that is world-leading, and a range of accommodation that defines alpine luxury. But it is also a place of charming villages and sunny, family-friendly slopes. It truly is a destination that can be tailored to your perfect vision of a winter holiday.

Your Courchevel Holiday Checklist

✓ Village chosen
✓ Transfer booked
✓ Accommodation reserved
✓ Restaurants booked
✓ Ski equipment organized
✓ Activities planned

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