Courchevel at a glance
- Ideal for
- All levels: 106 runs, 600 km with Les 3 Vallées
- Beginners: free lifts in 4 villages
- Families: Village des enfants, sledging, Aquamotion
- Less suitable if
- Budget trip: €77 a day in high season
- Skiing in November: opens on 4 December
- Late skiing: closes on 18 April
Weather, snow and webcams in Courchevel
MET Norway forecast, updated daily at 1 am and 9 am.
Snow report · Avalanche bulletin
Where to stay in Courchevel
Recommended hotels for your budget
Budget
Comfort
What to do in Courchevel besides skiing
Courchevel piste map and ski area
Beginners: free lifts in 4 villages · Minipass at €39.50 on greens and blues
OpenSkiMap data · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), unofficial. Official piste map
Courchevel lift pass prices
| Lift pass | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Courchevel · 1 day | €77 | €63.10 |
| Courchevel · 6 days | €385 | €315.50 |
| 3 Vallées · 1 day | €84.20 | €69 |
| 3 Vallées · 6 days | €421 | €345 |
2026-2027 prices · High season, 19 Dec → 9 Apr · free under 5 · 6 days for the price of 5 · insurance €3.50 a day · official ticket office
Ski rental and lessons in Courchevel
Book your skis before you go
- 12 Skiset shops in Courchevel, near the lifts
- Equipment, shop and dates chosen online, in a few minutes
Skiset (12 shops) and Snowrental (16) in the five villages · rent in your own
Ski lessons and schools
| Lessons (2026-2027 season) | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult group, 5 or 6 mornings | from €278 |
| Children’s lesson ages 6-12, 5 or 6 days | from €404 |
| Piou Piou ages 3-5, 5 or 6 days | from €429 |
| Private lesson 2 hours at the end of the day | from €250 |
ESF Club Piou Piou from age 3; Village des enfants: nursery from 18 months, skiing ages 3-12
When to ski in Courchevel
Best time: January to March
Getting to Courchevel
On site
Salle de la Croisette, La Croisette, Courchevel 1850, 73120 Courchevel
Where to eat and unwind in Courchevel
Bars and nightclubs in the evening at 1850; at Moriond, quieter bars and restaurants
Restaurants in the resort
Three Michelin stars, cooking by Yannick Alléno
📍 Courchevel 1850Savoyard specialities and wood-fired pizzas
📍 Moriond, rue du MarquisBistro from Le Farçon’s chef: cocottes, Savoyard dishes
📍 La Tania, EsplanadeMountain restaurants
Spa and relaxation
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Frequently asked questions
When does Courchevel open?
The Courchevel ski area opens on Friday 4 December 2026, and the 3 Vallées the next day. The season ends on Sunday 18 April 2027.
How much is a lift pass in Courchevel?
In high season (19 December to 9 April), a Courchevel day costs €77 for an adult and €63.10 for a child, and a Les 3 Vallées day €84.20 for an adult. Six days cost €385 (Courchevel) or €421 (3 Vallées), the price of 5 days. Free under 5.
Is Courchevel suitable for beginners?
Yes: free lifts are reserved for beginners at 1850, Moriond, Village and La Tania, and the Minipass (€39.50 a day) gives access to the green and blue runs. The ESF Club Piou Piou takes children from age 3.
Which village should you choose in Courchevel?
Courchevel 1850 for its slopeside setting, shops and palace hotels; Moriond and Village for a more family-friendly atmosphere with direct access to the runs; Le Praz and La Tania for peace and quiet, at the bottom of the ski area. All are linked by runs and by free shuttles.
Can you get to Courchevel without a car?
Yes: TGV to Moûtiers, then the S65 bus line to Courchevel (or a taxi, around €75 for 1 to 4 people). On site, free shuttles link all the villages.
Can you ski Les 3 Vallées from Courchevel?
Yes, on skis via the Saulire or the Col de la Loze to Méribel, with a 3 Vallées pass (600 km of runs). A Courchevel pass can be topped up with a one-day extension for €51 at the ticket office.
Sources and method
Resort profile: skipasscourchevel.com, courchevel.com, les3vallees.com, wikidata.org
Lift passes: skipasscourchevel.com, skipassmeribelmottaret.com
Ski area: courchevel.com, skipasscourchevel.com, datocms-assets.com
Snow and season: skipasscourchevel.com, les3vallees.com
Accommodation: courchevel.com
Equipment rental: courchevel.com
Getting there: courchevel.com, altibus.com, les3vallees.com, courchevelparcauto.mairie-courchevel.com
Restaurants and activities: datocms-assets.com, skipasscourchevel.com, courchevel.com
Webcams and reports: skipasscourchevel.com, les3vallees.com
Ski holidays: travelski.com, snowtrex.fr
Runs and lifts: OpenSkiMap · © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Terrain: Mapzen Terrain Tiles (AWS Open Data). Forecasts: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0). Schools, restaurants, spas and practical information: venue websites and tourist office.
Photos: Florian Pépellin, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons.
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