Courchevel: Complete Guide 2025 - The elegance of the Alps in the heart of the 3 Valleys

Nestled in the heights of the Tarentaise valley, between 1,300 and 1,850 metres above sea level, Courchevel embodies prestige, authenticity and the art of mountain living. Situated in the department of Savoie (73), within the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, It is part of the 3 Valleys, the world's largest ski area.

Comprising six villages linked by ski - Saint-Bon, Le Praz, Village, Moriond, Courchevel 1850 and La Tania - the resort unfolds along a winding road lined with forests and magnificent Alpine panoramas. Everywhere you look, excellence, comfort and attention to detail are an integral part of the experience.

Whether you come for the skiing, the gastronomy, the relaxation or the discovery, LRC Lugagerie helps you travel light. Your suitcases, skis and equipment are collected from your home and delivered directly to your accommodation in Courchevel, so you can enjoy a stress-free stay.

Discover Courchevel

A mountain resort combining prestige and authenticity

Spread over several altitudes, Courchevel is a multi-faceted resort: elegant, family-friendly, sporty and friendly all at the same time. Connected by the slopes, ski lifts and ski lifts, the resort has many attractions. free shuttles, The six villages form a harmonious whole, with something for everyone.

courchevel ski delivery

When should you go to Courchevel?

  • Winter : From early December to late April, Courchevel reveals all its splendour: guaranteed snow, high altitude ski areas and magical events. Skiing, snowshoeing, dog-sledding or ice-skating: the resort lives to the rhythm of the pleasures of the snow.
  • Summer : From June to September, In Courchevel, the mountains are transformed into an immense green playground. Whether it's hiking, mountain biking, golf, paragliding, climbing, high-altitude yoga or swimming in the mountain lakes, Courchevel has something for everyone.

How do I get to Courchevel?

Before reaching the summits of the Tarentaise, It's important to prepare your journey carefully. Courchevel is accessible all year round, but traffic conditions may vary according to the season. In winter, special equipment is required essential Snow tyres or chains are compulsory for safe driving on the mountain roads leading to the resort.

Getting to the resort by car

Coming by train

La Moûtiers - Salins - Brides-les-Bains station is closest to the station, at 30 minutes by road. It is served by the TGV InOui, OUIGO and TER from Paris, Lyon, Chambéry, Grenoble and Geneva.

 

From the station :

  • Altibus shuttles to Courchevel.

  • Taxis and private transfers available at all times. Tickets and information at sncf-connect.com and altibus.com.

Coming by bus

There are regular services from :

  • Moûtiers, Chambéry, Lyon and Geneva via the network Altibus. Timetables and prices are available on the official website altibus.com.

Getting here by plane: Nearby airports

Courchevel enjoys a ideal situation in the heart of the Alps, close to several international airports for fast access to the resort.

Transfers to the resort

There are several convenient ways to reach the resort from nearby stations and airports.

Accommodation in Courchevel

Here, the art of hospitality is experienced at every level. The resort offers a wide range of accommodation - prestigious hotels, cosy chalets and family residences - combining comfort, authenticity and an exceptional panorama. Whether you are looking for refined luxury or the conviviality of a stay in the mountains, each Courchevel address promises a unique experience, in the heart of the Three Valleys.

The Courchevel ski area

It's one of the largest and most prestigious ski areas in the world! Renowned for the excellence of its infrastructure, the quality of its snow cover and its breathtaking views of the Alps, it offers a unique skiing experience in the heart of the 3 Valleys, the largest interconnected ski area in the world.

piste map courchevel
piste map 3 vallees

An exceptional resort in the heart of the Alps

The Courchevel ski area covers :

  • 150 km of pistes dedicated to downhill skiing

  • 600 km of linked pistes in the field of 3 Valleys, the largest in the world

  • 58 modern, high-performance lifts

  • A highest point at 2,738 m at La Saulire, offering breathtaking views of the Alps

Combining performance, diversity and prestige, Courchevel promises an unforgettable skiing experience in an exceptional Alpine setting.

Take a gourmet break in the resort

Courchevel is also a an exceptional gastronomic destination. From Michelin-starred restaurants to mountain chalets, every meal becomes an experience.

Among the must-sees:

  • Le Chabichou (2 Michelin stars)

Tradition, Le Bistrot du Praz or the mountain restaurants (La Cave des creux and Le Bouc Blanc) offer fondues, raclettes and croziflettes accompanied by a Savoy white wine. And for a sweet break: hot chocolates, home-made pastries and mountain desserts await you in the heart of the village.

Bars and après-ski

Here, après-ski is a time for elegance and good humour:

  • The bar - Cheval Blanc Courchevel to extend the evening

  • Funky Fox for an aperitif overlooking the mountains

With a festive and cocooning atmosphere, every moment is savoured in an exceptional setting.

Off-ski activities in Courchevel

In the resort, fun goes well beyond skiing With its mix of nature, well-being, gastronomy and thrills, the resort offers a complete Alpine experience to suit all tastes.

On the estate :

In resort :

What to do in Courchevel in the evening?

After a day on the slopes, the resort continues to bustle with a chic and friendly atmosphere:

  • Gourmet dinners in Michelin-starred restaurants or mountain chalets

  • Fondue evenings, raclette or wine tasting in a mountain atmosphere

  • Lounge bars, clubs and emblematic party venues

  • Walks under the magical village lights

  • Live concerts, and prestigious shows and events throughout the season.

The resort is alive with elegant evenings and magical moments of luxury, relaxation and conviviality meet at the summit.

Discover Courchevel in summer

From the mountain pastures to the peaks, summer reveals a different side to the resort: nature, adventure and Alpine elegance.

livraison bagages été courchevel

Nature and relaxation

Sport and thrills

Between luxury and nature, Courchevel offers much more than a high-altitude playground: the resort invites you to discover its art of living, its Savoyard heritage and its timeless elegance.

Culture and heritage

Practical information - Preparing your stay in Courchevel

Before planning your mountain getaway, here's everything you need to know to organise your stay. Whether you're going as a family, with friends or as a couple, the Savoyard resort will win you over with its refinement, hospitality and exceptional Alpine setting.

You now have all the information you need to prepare your stay at Courchevel with complete peace of mind...

courchevel ski resort

Luggage shipping in Courchevel - Instructions for use

Why choose LRC Bagagerie for your ski holiday in Savoie?

Avoid complicated journeys and bulky luggage: LRC Lugagerie takes care of your suitcases, skis, snowboards or mountain bikes and delivers them directly to your accommodation at Courchevel, For a stress-free stay and 100 % of pleasure.

The advantages of door-to-door luggage and ski transport

Fast

Delivery in 24/48 hours

Economic

Among the cheapest with sliding scale tariffs

Simple

Your transport booked in 2 minutes

Safe

Real-time support and monitoring

How does LRC Bagagerie work?

Need to send something other than skis? LRC Bagagerie proposes also : luggage shipping, shipment of golf clubsand small removals.

Frequently asked questions - Luggage delivery Courchevel resort

Discover also Val Thorens, Les Ménuires or Méribel, with LRC Lugagerie. Travel light! 

Read the other articles

Table of contents

Luggage shipping

Simplify your travel by shipping your luggage and equipment directly to your destination, in France or Europe, thanks to LRC Bagagerie!