About
Courchevel is a ski village in the French Alps, in the Savoie region of south-eastern France. It sits within Les Trois Vallées, one of the largest linked ski areas in the world, so a visitor arriving here has access to a very wide network of pistes and lifts from a single base.
What a visit is like
Courchevel is first of all a winter destination, built around skiing and snowboarding on its slopes. The resort is known for its luxury character: exclusive chalets, a number of Michelin-starred restaurants, and an atmosphere that many visitors describe as polished and understated rather than rustic. It attracts skiers who want high-end comfort as much as challenging terrain.
The setting is mountain country throughout. Whatever the season, the views across the Alps and the surrounding valleys are the backdrop to most days here.
Planning your trip
- Who it suits: keen skiers and families looking for a sophisticated resort, and visitors who want fine dining after time on the snow.
- Getting there: the village lies in the mountains of Savoie, so allow for the journey into the Alps before you arrive.
- Around the resort: the wider Les Trois Vallées area gives you more routes than most visitors can cover in one stay.
Courchevel is best suited to those who have come for the mountains and want a refined base for them. Check current conditions, lift access and opening arrangements before you travel, as these vary by season.