An exceptional ski area and a wide range of activities
Courchevel 1850 is essentially ski-in/ski-out, whether from the resort’s many luxury hotels or from the luxury chalets available for rent, which are among the most exclusive in the Alps. The infrastructure and ski lifts are remarkable, allowing you to glide through the famous “3 Valleys” that make up the ski area of the same name: Courchevel, Méribel, and Les Ménuires/Val Thorens. Long, perfectly groomed runs, countless mountain restaurants, and experienced private instructors guarantee unforgettable skiing, offering breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding mountains. Most of the slopes are located above 1,500 meters and reach altitudes of over 3,000 meters. Snow is guaranteed for a long ski season, which runs from early December to late April. That’s five months of skiing in the heart of a legendary ski area and its iconic peaks such as Saulire, Mont Vallon, Cime Carron, and Pointe de la Masse. All this on the edge of the Vanoise National Park and with Mont Blanc in sight. Beyond skiing, Courchevel 1850 offers a wide range of activities. From the huge aquatic center to the exceptional après-ski offerings, including a full range of winter sports (dog sledding, tobogganing, ice skating, Nordic skiing, snowmobiling, etc.), everything is there for an exceptional stay. Especially since the resort also stands out for its shopping offerings worthy of a world capital.
Shopping in Courchevel
Courchevel 1850 offers shopping that is undoubtedly unparalleled in the Alps. Luxury is everywhere here, and it’s hard to find a brand not represented in the resort center. Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Prada, Dior, Moncler, Yves Saint Laurent, Loro Piana, and others have their stores here. The “Doux Joaillier” house represents most of the major watch and jewelry brands, from Cartier to Rolex, Messika, Chopard, Piaget, Panerai, and IWC. This remarkable concentration of luxury brands contributes significantly to Courchevel 1850’s reputation, especially since the experienced, multilingual staff is there to welcome you and offer tailor-made services.
Accommodation and Après-Ski
For years now, Courchevel has been home to chalets, each more prestigious than the last, whose standards are continually raised by renowned architects and decorators. Having become the epitome of mountain luxury, their level of service and finish are exceptional, their spas rival each other in comfort, space, technology, and treatments of all kinds. These chalets, most of which are available for rent, benefit from highly sought-after ski-in/ski-out access. For example, Chalet Le Petit Palais, with its 1,500 m2 spread over six floors, can accommodate 14 people and is located on the edge of the Bellecôt slope. It is undoubtedly one of the most exclusive residences in the Alps. The hotel industry is in tune with this level of excellence found in the chalets for rent in Courchevel. Several 5-star hotels here have earned the prestigious Palace distinction. There are five in Courchevel 1850, out of around thirty in France: Les Airelles, Cheval Blanc, Barrière des Neiges, K2, and Apogée. An incredible concentration that pushes the sense of service and hospitality to new heights. Whether on the slopes or in the heart of the resort, gastronomy is also cutting-edge. Great chefs have come to Courchevel to offer their Michelin-starred cuisine: Yannick Alléno at Cheval Blanc (Restaurant 1947***), Sébastien Vauxion at K2 (Le Sarkara**), Sylvestre Wahid at Grandes Alpes (Le Sylvestre**), and Stéphane Buron with Chabichou**. Beyond these iconic Courchevel 1850 addresses, there are no fewer than 10 Michelin-starred restaurants, for a total of 16 Michelin stars, spread across the 3 Valleys area. On the slopes, La Folie Douce, Chalet de Pierres, La Casserole, and Cap Horn are all sure bets that people flock to during the ski season. And once night falls in the resort, it’s time for the festive clubs, discos, and restaurants that set the bar for nightlife. These include La Ferme Saint Amour, L’Aventure by Bagatelle, Le Piaf Courchevel, Les Caves, and La Mangeoire.
Main Events
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- Ski World Cup competitions
- Folie Douce Festival Courchevel
- 3 Vallées Enduro
- Pyrotechnic art festival
- Courchevel Symphony of Light
- Millet XTrail Courchevel