Why New Year in Courchevel 1850
New Year's week in Courchevel is unlike any other week in the ski calendar. The resort is at full energy — the mountain is in condition, the restaurants are booked solid, and on December 31st the whole of 1850 gathers under the fireworks. Chalets for this week fill months in advance.
New Year's Eve fireworks visible from the slopes and terraces
Private chef to curate your NYE dinner and celebrations
Champagne and drinks service included in staffed chalets
Ski-in ski-out access for peak-season slope conditions
Dec 27 – Jan 3 week — seven nights over the turn of the year
Concierge to book restaurant tables and après-ski on NYE
Available for New Year 2026/27
Courchevel 1850 · Dec 27, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 · Saturday to Saturday
Booking a New Year Chalet in Courchevel
New Year week — Dec 27 to Jan 3 — is the single most competed-for week in Courchevel. Properties that are available in January or February at short notice will already have been booked for New Year six to twelve months earlier. If you are reading this in summer and haven't confirmed your chalet yet, move quickly.
The premium for New Year is real. Expect chalet rates to be 30-50% above the standard weekly price. What you get in return is access to the resort at peak atmosphere: Courchevel 1850 on December 31st has a genuine event feel, with fireworks launched from the slopes visible from most chalets and terraces in the village.
For the week itself, the skiing is excellent. January 1st in Courchevel is one of the best days of the season — the mountain is fresh, crowds dissipate mid-morning as late celebrations clear, and the Three Valleys are in full condition. Private chef-catered chalets are particularly valuable for New Year because restaurant reservations on the 31st are extremely limited and booked months out.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I book a New Year chalet in Courchevel?
Ideally by July of the same year. The best chalets — particularly ski-in ski-out properties with private chef — are often reserved by April or May. For New Year 2026/27, enquire as early as possible. Last-minute options exist but selection is limited.
Do chalets in Courchevel do a special New Year's Eve dinner?
In staffed chalets, yes. Most private chefs will prepare a multi-course gala dinner on December 31st, often with wine pairing. This is agreed in advance and may involve a supplement on food and drink costs. Self-catered properties leave arrangements to guests — your concierge can assist with restaurant bookings.
Are the Courchevel fireworks visible from private chalets?
It depends on the chalet's position and terrace orientation. Chalets at altitude in Courchevel 1850 with south or west-facing terraces generally have excellent views. When enquiring, ask specifically about fireworks visibility — it is a relevant detail for New Year bookings.
What is the check-in / check-out day for New Year week?
All properties run on a Saturday-to-Saturday basis. The New Year 2026/27 week runs from Saturday December 27, 2026 to Saturday January 3, 2027. Arrival is typically from 4pm on the Saturday, departure by 10am the following Saturday.