About Courchevel

Courchevel 1850

Courchevel 1850 (or just Courchevel since being renamed) is also located within the Three Valleys and provides access to the largest ski area in the world. One of five villages that make up the overall resort of Courchevel and is the largest of the group and the centre of the ski and après-ski action. It is perfect for everyone from complete beginners to the world’s top freeride skiers, such as local legend Manu Gaidet.

Courchevel is still the chosen ski resort of the elite. It has an airstrip, which has the largest area for private aircraft of any ski resort on the planet. Since transfer by helicopter has increased in popularity over recent years, the Courchevel heliport is going to be extended. Combine the best skiing you can dream of, amazing après ski venues, a range of Michelin-star restaurants and fantastic shopping, Courchevel really is the ultimate ski experience.

Courchevel 1850 in brief:

  • highest point 1850m
  • part of the Three Valleys (Les Trois Vallées), the largest interconnected ski area in the world
  • 150km of pistes across the whole of Courchevel
  • 600km of pistes in the Three Valleys (52% beginner/intermediate, 38% advanced, 10% expert)
  • 1 cable car, 10 gondolas, 20 chairlifts, 29 drag lifts and 3 magic carpets
  • 53 ski chalets
  • 22 hotels

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Courchevel 1650

Perfectly located at the end of the Three Valleys, Courchevel 1650 (Courchevel Moriond) is within the largest ski area in the world - but without the large crowds associated with the more central ski areas. It is like a mini-resort in its own right. Courchevel 1650 is one of five villages that make up the resort of Courchevel. The others resorts in the area are Courchevel 1550, Courchevel 1850 (Courchevel Village), Le Praz and La Tania.

Popular with Skiers and Snow Boarders from across the globe, Courchevel is one of the premier French Ski resorts. Courchevel has a vibrant night life and plenty of après ski venues - and it has something to offer skiers of all ages and indeed a great range of venues to suit every budget.

Courchevel 1650 in brief:

  • highest point 1650m
  • part of the Three Valleys (Les Trois Vallées), the largest interconnected ski area in the world
  • 150km of pistes across the whole of Courchevel
  • 600km of pistes in the Three Valleys (52% beginner/intermediate, 38% advanced, 10% expert)
  • 1 cable car, 10 gondolas, 20 chairlifts, 29 drag lifts and 3 magic carpets
  • 31 ski chalets
  • 4 hotels

Courchevel Ski School Courchevel Ski Holidays

Download Courchevel Piste Map