Courchevel Ski Chalet – One of the most acclaimed ski resorts in the French Alps, Courchevel offers skiers access to one of the largest ski areas in the world – the vast Three Valleys region. Boasting over 600km of pistes, it’s no surprise that a Courchevel ski chalet attract thousands of skiers of all abilities each year.
The renowned resort offers a wide selection of awesome accommodation from comfortable luxury to cosy and budget-friendly hubs.
Diversity is one of the most appealing faces of a Courchevel ski chalet; click here to see a selection of them. It’s made up of different villages boasting varied elevation, location on the mountainside, unique character, as well as authentic style. Courchevel 1850 is famed for its ultra-luxury accommodation, chic restaurants and elegant shops.
On the other hand, the tree-lined slopes of Courchevel Le Praz 1300 plus rustic wooden buildings give this part of the resort a cool traditional ambiance whilst the bustling Courchevel 1650 is the centre of all the action and offers convenience to access the slopes.
Lastly, there is Courchevel 1550 or Courchevel Village with a mixture of graceful chalets, apartments, and a little laid back but fun resort centre.
Courchevel slopes accommodate every level of skiing with beginners and avid skiers alike having seemingly endless options with the local terrain as well as the entire Three Valley ski area.
Courchevel Ski Pass
Courchevel ski pass is super advanced so it’s possible to have a hands-free electronic lift pass without necessarily submitting your photo unless of course, there is a member in your group that qualifies for a free pass – less than 5 years and over 75 years.
If your group has some non-skiers, be sure to book for them the pedestrian pass, which allows them to meet up with the rest of the squad in the mountain restaurants.
Courchevel Events
From fun festive parties to challenging skiing contests there is always something interesting going on in this resort. In addition to well-groomed slopes, Courchevel events keep all guests involved with episodes of festive, cultural, gastronomic and sports entertainment.
Courchevel Piste Map
For easy navigation of the resort, check out the Courchevel piste map here.
Courchevel Apres Ski
Courchevel Apres Ski is probably the most trendy and lively in the French Alps with dozens of varied, energy-filled nightclubs open till the wee hours. Live bands that complement the Alps atmosphere are also easy to find.
Courchevel1850 is especially famed for its après ski with a remarkable concentration of over 50 bars but generally, the whole resort has plenty of cool places where you can kick back after a long day on the slopes.
Les Caves, for instance, situated close to the Courchevel 1850 entrance is one of the best places to sooth your evening off after other bars and pubs are closed.
The bar is pretty popular with locals as well as holidaymakers and although everything may seem a bit expensive, the experience is unparalleled.
Ku de ta is a great alternative if you’re on a budget. It’s conveniently located in 1850 and adjacent to the forum building.
In the lower part of the Courchevel, the après-ski is pretty relaxed and way more affordable with a few sophisticated options – the Taverne in 1550, for instance, is a great choice.
