The Ski Guide
Courchevel 1850 sits at the heart of the Trois Vallées — the largest interconnected ski area in the world. This is the practical companion: lift pass, map, schools, rentals, and how to get to Méribel and Val Thorens by lunch.
Plan your skiing
Trois Vallées area
Area guide
600 km of piste across three valleys, all on a single pass. Connections, timings and the best linking routes.
Lift pass & prices
From €68/day
Courchevel-only vs Trois Vallées pass, family rates, where to buy, free children's pass details.
Piste map
Interactive map
All 150 pistes, sorted by colour and zone, with the village's signature runs marked.
Ski schools
Group & private
ESF, Magic, Oxygène, New Generation and the resort's private-instructor specialists.
Ski & boot rental
Skiset · Intersport
Premium boot fitting, in-chalet delivery, where to skip the queue.
Off-piste & heli-ski
With guide
Hidden itineraries, mandatory guides for the glacier runs, heli-drops on the Italian side.
Season dates
Dec → Apr
When the lifts open and close, when the snow is at its best, and when prices drop.
Frequently asked
Is Courchevel good for skiing?
Yes — it is the showcase village of the Trois Vallées, the largest connected ski area in the world. The terrain suits every level, from gentle nursery slopes at the Pralong to long red descents and serious off-piste behind the Saulire.
How many pistes are in Courchevel?
Around 150 pistes within the Courchevel valley alone, and over 600 km of marked piste across the full Trois Vallées.
Can beginners ski in Courchevel 1850?
Yes. The Pralong and Bellecôte beginner zones are wide, flat and served by free magic-carpet lifts. ESF runs first-time-skier weeks every week of the season.
How much does a week of skiing in Courchevel cost?
Lift pass alone: roughly €380 for a 6-day Trois Vallées adult pass. Add ~€300 for rental, ~€350 for group ski school, and the rest depends on accommodation.