15 chalets for between 6 and 22 guests

Courchevel is probably the best-planned ski resort in the world
It has the most efficient lift system, whisking you off to some of the finest snow on Europe’s best-groomed pistes. There really is something for everyone: from the total beginner who can make the most of the free lifts until finding their feet, to the extreme skier with no sense of fear. A hands-free ski pass system was recently installed, so the skiers of Courchevel now have toasty-warm hands all winter. The free valley bus service runs until late too, should you get waylaid in Le Praz or distracted by the shops in 1850.

The world’s largest ski area is waiting for you
The Courchevel Valley alone features 65 lifts and 117 runs. Lying at the Eastern end of the most extensive ski area in the universe (as far as we know), it forms part of Les Trois Vallées, linking easily with Méribel and Val Thorens. With 330 runs, Les Trois Vallées has more skiing than Vail, Verbier and St Anton put together. A phenomenal 600km of piste are ready for you to explore. In 1650 try ‘Chapelets’, with its new 6-person chair to whisk you back to the top, then the red rollercoaster of ‘Jean Pachod’ or the twists and turns of the challenging black ‘Chanrossa’. Over into 1850, for some snapshots from the top of La Saulire, then maybe Méribel, Le Praz or La Tania.

Four resorts in one valley
Courchevel is split into four linked, but distinctive, resorts, each named after its altitude in metres - 1300 (Le Praz), 1550, 1650 (Moriond) and 1850. We chose to base ourselves in 1650, the location of the very first lift to be installed in the 1950s. A little more French, a little more intimate and a little less ‘glam’ than further up the hill, we feel at home in 1650. It also has less queues, quieter slopes and cheaper restaurants than 1850. Crucially, the whole of the Courchevel Valley is North-facing, which means that it keeps its snow longer than neighbouring Méribel.

A warm welcome
Over the 24 years that Le Ski has been based in Courchevel 1650, we have built excellent relationships with villagers and local suppliers, so you get an especially warm welcome when you holiday with us. The resort has substantially progressed since our first guests arrived back in 1982, with covered pavements, attractive stone-cladding and more facilities. In the centre of the village ‘Le Bubble Bar’ has become renowned for its relaxed atmosphere with comfy sofas, internet access and a huge range of refreshments.

See an altogether different view of the Valley
Courchevel has experiences to offer beyond fabulous skiing: perhaps a gentle paragliding excursion over the forests of La Tania. Maybe a sky-dive excites you more - taking off from the tiny airport, and landing in Le Praz, wide-eyed and tingling with the adrenaline. Why not hire snowshoes and explore the terrain on foot, leaving you more time to enjoy the picturesque scenery? How about cross-country skiing? There is also a good selection of shops where you can buy anything from a fur coat for your glamorous granny, to a beanie for your big brother. There’s also a bowling alley, an ice-rink and a climbing wall, a gym for those who just can’t get enough exercise, and hotels with swimming pools for those on holiday to take it easy. Enjoy the variety of Courchevel.