Courchevel: The Ultimate Luxury Ski Resort Guide

Courchevel: Where Luxury Meets the Slopes

Courchevel is the crown jewel of Les 3 Vallées — the world's largest linked ski area with 600 km of runs. It's famous for its luxury hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants, and impeccable pistes.

The Villages

**Courchevel 1850** — The luxury hub with 5-star hotels, designer shops, and an altiport

**Courchevel 1650 (Moriond)** — Great for families, more affordable

**Courchevel 1550** — Budget-friendly with easy access to the ski area

**Courchevel Village (1300)** — Charming, quieter base

Getting there

AirportDistanceTimeVTC Price fromChambéry (CMF)110 km1h 30€155Lyon (LYS)190 km2h 15€235Geneva (GVA)160 km2h 00€210

Dining

Courchevel 1850 alone has **7 Michelin stars** across its restaurants, making it one of the highest concentrations of fine dining in the Alps.

Best time to visit

**December to April** — Ski season, best snow January–March

**February** — Peak luxury season, Russian New Year celebrations

**Summer** — Hiking, mountain biking, and golf at altitude