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Courchevel, France
Hameau de la Volière
36 guests·18 bedrooms·10 baths
chalet·ski in-ski-out
Low season:£125,000per week
£3,472 per person
France
Luxury Ski Chalets in Courchevel
World-class skiing meets unparalleled luxury in the heart of Les Trois Vallées.
229 properties available
1,850m
Altitude
2,740m
Summit
600km
Pistes
1,440m
Vertical Drop
4.5m per season
Avg. Snow
Early December - Late April
Season
About the Resort
About Courchevel
Courchevel is the jewel in the crown of France's Les Trois Vallées, holding a reputation as one of the world's most luxurious and glamorous ski destinations. Spread across several distinct villages at different altitudes—from the rustic, traditional charm of Le Praz at 1,300m to the ultra-exclusive Courchevel 1850—the resort offers an unmatched blend of high-end alpine living, Michelin-starred dining, designer boutiques, and lavish five-star hotels.
The Resort
Beyond the glitz, Courchevel boasts truly exceptional skiing. Its meticulously groomed pistes cater brilliantly to all abilities. Beginners will find wide, gentle slopes around the Altiport, intermediates can cruise the rolling, sun-drenched reds in Moriond (1650), and experts can tackle challenging steeps like the legendary Grand Couloir. The resort's lift system is famously state-of-the-art, ensuring minimal queues, heated seats, and maximum time on the snow.
As a cornerstone of the largest interconnected ski area in the world, visitors have seamless access to 600km of trails. Whether you are a family looking for convenient ski-in/ski-out access, a gourmand chasing culinary excellence, or a dedicated skier wanting endless pristine terrain, Courchevel delivers a peerless winter experience.
On the Mountain
Courchevel features immaculately groomed pistes, wide-open cruisers, and excellent beginner zones, making it ideal for recreational skiers. For thrill-seekers, the Saulire sector offers steep, challenging couloirs, while the seamless connection to Meribel and Val Thorens unlocks limitless terrain.
Les Trois Vallées, French Alps
The Three Valleys is the world's largest interconnected ski area, offering 600km of ski-in/ski-out runs linked by a highly efficient, modern lift network.
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Where is Courchevel?
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Ideal For
Courchevel is perfect for
Luxury Seekers
Home to the highest concentration of 5-star hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants in the Alps.
Families
Exceptional ski schools, gentle beginner areas, and dedicated children's zones like the Family Park.
Intermediates
Endless fast, wide, and perfectly groomed blue and red runs connecting the entire valley.
Foodies
An unparalleled culinary scene ranging from high-altitude gourmet lunches to multi-Michelin-star dinners.
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Dining in Courchevel
Le 1947 à Cheval Blanc
Courchevel 1850
The only restaurant in Courchevel with three Michelin stars, offering an unforgettable, intimate culinary journey by Yannick Alléno.
Le Cap Horn
On-piste (near Altiport)
A spectacular spot for a long, lively lunch on a sun-drenched terrace, boasting a nautical theme at 2,000m.
Le Chalet de Pierres
Verdons piste
Housed in a former Maurienne train station, this iconic slope-side restaurant serves elevated traditional Savoyard fare.
Restaurant Azimut
Courchevel Le Praz
A brilliant, unpretentious Michelin-starred restaurant offering exceptional food at a fraction of the cost found in 1850.
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Common Questions
Courchevel FAQ
When is the best time to ski in Courchevel?
The ski season in Courchevel typically runs Early December to late April. The resort averages 4.5m per season of snowfall, so conditions are usually reliable throughout. Courchevel Valley-only passes are available at a slightly lower rate for those not wishing to explore the wider Three Valleys.
What is the skiing like in Courchevel?
Courchevel offers 600km of pistes with a vertical drop of 1,440m. Courchevel features immaculately groomed pistes, wide-open cruisers, and excellent beginner zones, making it ideal for recreational skiers. For thrill-seekers, the Saulire sector offers steep, challenging couloirs, while the seamless connection to Meribel and Val Thorens unlocks limitless terrain. It forms part of the Les Trois Vallées, French Alps ski area.
What makes Courchevel special?
World-class skiing meets unparalleled luxury in the heart of Les Trois Vallées. Courchevel is a luxury ski destination, known for its distinctive character and atmosphere. Key highlights include family friendly, beginners, intermediates, advanced, experts.
What are the snow conditions like in Courchevel?
Courchevel receives an average of 4.5m per season of snowfall. With skiing up to 2,740m, higher altitude terrain holds snow well into spring. Recent snowfall: Consistent winter coverage backed by extensive snowmaking.
Is Courchevel good for luxury seekers?
Courchevel is well-suited for several types of visitors. For luxury seekers: Home to the highest concentration of 5-star hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants in the Alps. For families: Exceptional ski schools, gentle beginner areas, and dedicated children's zones like the Family Park. For intermediates: Endless fast, wide, and perfectly groomed blue and red runs connecting the entire valley.
How do you get to Courchevel?
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, about 190km away (approximately 2h 30min by transfer). Options range from luxury private cars and helicopters (landing directly at Courchevel Altiport) to shared bus transfers. Courchevel is also reachable by train via Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains. Regular regional buses run from Moûtiers train station up to the various resort levels.
How much is a lift pass in Courchevel?
Lift passes in Courchevel are available as Adult 1-Day Pass (3 Vallées) (EUR 79), Adult 6-Day Pass (3 Vallées) (EUR 388). Passes often cover the wider Les Trois Vallées, French Alps area, giving access to a much larger ski domain. Book lift passes online in advance for slight discounts and to avoid ticket office queues on the first morning.
Where are the best places to eat in Courchevel?
Standout dining in Courchevel includes Le 1947 à Cheval Blanc (The only restaurant in Courchevel with three Michelin stars, offering an unforgettable, intimate culinary journey by Yannick Alléno.), Le Cap Horn (A spectacular spot for a long, lively lunch on a sun-drenched terrace, boasting a nautical theme at 2,000m.), Le Chalet de Pierres (Housed in a former Maurienne train station, this iconic slope-side restaurant serves elevated traditional Savoyard fare.). With 4 recommended restaurants in total, the resort offers an impressive dining scene for a ski destination.
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