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Courchevel Facts

Everything you need to know about the world's most prestigious ski destination.

Resort facts checked against official sources on 2026-09-13. Catalogue and pricing verified 2026-08-08. Every figure below links to its source.

Key Facts at a Glance

Ski Area

600km

Les 3 Vallées, the world's largest linked ski area

Source: Les 3 Vallées (official resort site)

Courchevel Sector

150km+

Slopes within Courchevel's own area

Source: Courchevel Tourisme — Trails and lifts

Michelin Stars

13

13 stars across 8 restaurants in the 2026 Guide

Source: MICHELIN Guide

Villages

5

1850, Moriond, Village, Le Praz, La Tania

Palace Hotels

5

Holding the French Palace distinction, above five stars

Source: Atout France — établissements distingués Palace

Courchevel 1850

1,747 m

Actual altitude of the resort centre — the name is historic

Source: Courchevel Tourisme — the heights of Courchevel 1850

Our Portfolio

240+

Chalets and apartments, live catalogue verified 2026-09-13

Source: Courchevel Rentals live catalogue

Nearest Airport

Geneva

2 hours by road

Detailed Information

Location

  • Courchevel is located in the French Alps, in the Tarentaise Valley of the Savoie department.
  • The resort is part of Les 3 Vallées, the largest linked ski area in the world. [source]
  • The resort centre of Courchevel 1850 sits at 1,747 m. The "1850" in the name is historic, not an altitude. [source]
  • Courchevel spans altitudes from roughly 1,300m at Le Praz to 2,738m at the top of the ski area.
  • The nearest international airport is Geneva (GVA), approximately 2 hours by car.
  • Chambéry Airport is 1.5 hours away and Lyon Airport is about 2.5 hours away.
  • Courchevel has its own altiport at 2,007m altitude for private aircraft and helicopters.

Villages

  • Courchevel 1850 is the main village and the most prestigious, home to Palace hotels and high-end boutiques.
  • Courchevel Moriond (1650) offers excellent skiing access and a more relaxed atmosphere.
  • Courchevel Village (1550) is family-friendly with a charming traditional feel.
  • Le Praz (1300) hosted the 1992 Olympic ski jumping events and maintains an authentic village character.
  • La Tania was built for the 1992 Olympics and offers ski-in/ski-out convenience at lower prices.

Skiing

  • The Courchevel sector covers more than 150 km of slopes. [source]
  • Les 3 Vallées offers 600km of marked runs across seven linked resorts. [source]
  • The ski season typically runs from early December to late April; the 2026-27 season opens on 4 December 2026 and runs to 18 April 2027.
  • Around 65 ski lifts serve the Courchevel sector. Published counts vary between sources and the resort does not publish an official figure.
  • Courchevel is known for its wide, well-groomed pistes suitable for intermediate skiers.

Accommodation

  • Our Courchevel portfolio covers 240+ luxury chalets and apartments available for rental (live catalogue, verified 2026-09-13). [source]
  • Weekly rental prices range from €1,050 to €200,000+ per week depending on size, season and service level (live pricing, verified 2026-08-08). [source]
  • Most chalet rentals run from Saturday to Saturday.
  • Service levels include Essential (self-catered), Comfort, Prestige (with breakfast), and Excellence (half-board, private chef).
  • Many chalets feature private spas, swimming pools, and cinema rooms.
  • Courchevel has 5 hotels holding the French Palace distinction, the official rank above five stars. [source]

Dining

  • Courchevel holds 13 Michelin stars across 8 restaurants in the 2026 Michelin Guide. [source]
  • Le 1947 at Cheval Blanc holds 3 Michelin stars. [source]
  • Le Chabichou holds 1 Michelin star in the 2026 Guide (chef Stéphane Buron, MOF). [source]
  • Many luxury chalets offer private chef services.
  • Traditional Savoyard specialties include fondue, raclette, and tartiflette.

Prices

  • Weekly rentals in our catalogue run from €1,050 to €200,000+ per week, with the Excellence level (private chef, half-board) starting at €50,000. [source]
  • Apartments in Moriond, Le Praz or La Tania start from around €1,050 per week (live catalogue, verified 2026-08-08). [source]
  • Christmas runs 39% and New Year 81% above a normal January week, compared only on the properties available in both weeks (baseline week 2027-01-09). [source]

Best Time to Visit

  • Peak season runs from Christmas through New Year and during French school holidays in February.
  • January offers quieter slopes and often excellent snow conditions.
  • March provides longer days, warmer temperatures, and spring skiing conditions.
  • Early December and late April offer lower prices but variable snow conditions.
  • The resort is also popular in summer for hiking, mountain biking, and golf.

Activities

  • Beyond skiing, Courchevel offers snowshoeing, ice skating, and paragliding.
  • The Aquamotion centre features pools, spas, and a surfing simulator.
  • Horse-drawn sleigh rides are available through the villages.
  • Helicopter tours offer views of Mont Blanc and the surrounding peaks.
  • Shopping options include luxury boutiques from Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Dior.

The Five Villages

Courchevel 1850

1,747 m

The most prestigious address in the Alps. Home to Palace hotels, designer boutiques, and the see-and-be-seen atmosphere that defines luxury skiing.

Best for

Ultimate luxury, fine dining, exclusive shopping

Courchevel Moriond (1650)

1,650m

A more relaxed atmosphere with excellent skiing. Increasingly popular with guests seeking space over address.

Best for

Families, value-conscious luxury, spacious chalets

Courchevel Village (1550)

1,550m

Traditional Savoyard village atmosphere. Authentic alpine charm with modern amenities and direct lift access.

Best for

Authentic atmosphere, local experience

Le Praz (Courchevel 1300)

1,300m

The original village, home to the Olympic ski jump. Charming streets, excellent restaurants, and genuine mountain community.

Best for

Local charm, families, budget-conscious

La Tania

1,400m

Purpose-built but charming car-free village. Perfect for families with gentle slopes and a relaxed pace.

Best for

Families with children, car-free convenience

Sources

Every figure on this page comes from one of the sources below, with the date we last checked it. Where no official source publishes a figure, we say so rather than round it. Journalists are welcome to reuse anything here with attribution.

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