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The ski capital of the French Alps, Courchevel, has been drawing visitors to its famous slopes and glamourous villages for over 80 years. This achingly beautiful region is located on the eastern edge of the Trois Vallées ski area (which includes Méribel and Val Thorens), the largest interconnected ski region in the world. Discover Villanovo's stunning selection of high-end ski chalets in the exclusive resort of Courchevel and get ready for an unforgettable winter break.
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At Villanovo, our specialists have carefully curated a selection of the finest luxury chalets in Courchevel, offering exquisite decor, warm spas, cinema and fitness rooms, and elegant indoor swimming pools, as well as high-end personalised services and startlingly beautiful vistas for you to enjoy with your friends and family.
These exclusive luxury rental properties are available in the most sought-after areas of Courchevel, and can be augmented by private chefs, house staff and other services, arranged in advance with our concierge service, leaving you to enjoy the alpine experience you deserve. We offer both self-catering and fully catered properties, alongside the option of arranging for a private chef and staff for a special one-off occasion.
We at Villanovo take great satisfaction in knowing that our guests have enjoyed the experience in the French Alps that they deserve. That's why we offer the additional option of a concierge service to assist you in the planning and smooth running of your luxury break in the French Alps. Whether you are looking for assistance with airport transfer, car hire, booking a table or a helicopter ride, prior preparation of ski equipment and passes, babysitter, or simply tips on where to find the best après-ski, Villanovo's experienced concierge service is on-hand to make the necessary arrangements, Speak to us today to find out more about our concierge service.
As well as being perhaps the best luxury ski resort in the Alps, Courchevel is known as one of the most snowsure resorts in the Alps, with around 85% of the skiing taking place at high altitudes above 1800m. It is also part of the vast Trois Vallées ski area, the largest ski area in the world, meaning it offers an abundance of skiing possibilities to cater to every taste and requirement. The legendary Tarentaise valley, in which Courchevel resides, provides some fantastic runs, from vast wide slopes where you can really stretch out to tricky couloirs and scenic forest pistes, alongside some truly exceptional skiable verticals and seriously underrated off-piste options. Its plethora of green and blue runs make it one of the most highly regarded places in the Alps for beginners to learn the ropes. It is also served by top quality amenities throughout, while those looking to try something truly unforgettable may opt for a spot of heliskiing!
Lifts: 58
Pistes: 150km
Descent: 1400m (2750m - 1350m)
Lifts: 156
Pistes: 600km (blue: 312km, red 216km, black 72km)
Descent: 2130m (3230m - 1100m)
Courchevel enjoys the finest in amenities, including six Michelin-starred restaurants, bubbly nightlife and high-end shopping. It's little wonder that the world's elite, including royalty, regularly pay a visit to this prestigious resort in the French Alps. The resort actually comprises a number of resorts/villages located at and named after different altitudes throughout the region, each with their own particular charms. Courchevel 1300, or Le Praz, is an extremely pretty village with a traditional alpine feel. Well-connected and possessing some wonderful restaurants, bars and boutique shops, there are no shortage of reasons to stay here.
Courchevel 1550, also known as Courchevel Village, is a relatively small village, offering a quieter atmosphere than its surrounding villages, while providing easy gondola access to the livelier areas. This is the perfect spot for those looking to enjoy a more relaxed, intimate break in the French Alps, without feeling cut-off form everything.
Courchevel 1650. or Courchevel Moriond, is, by contrast, livelier than Courchevel Village, without being overwhelming. In fact, it's the perfect spot for families to enjoy, striking the right balance between buzzy and relaxed and providing plenty of green and blue slopes. There are lots of dining options available as well as a handful of great bars for a spot of après ski.
Courchevel 1850 is the most exclusive of the villages, with some of the wealthiest clientele anywhere in the Alps. Given its status as the most luxurious ski resort in the world, it's no surprise that royalty and celebrities are often found here, where the high-end boutiques, exceptional restaurants and an airstrip, not to mention top-class skiing, provide everything that the elites could wish for.
For those wishing to look beyond skiing in winter, Courchevel also offers plenty of other outdoor options, including a tandem paragliding flight and a thrilling toboggan run from Courchevel 1850 down to 1550 that is certainly not for the faint of heart. Others may opt for the more leisurely - but no less enjoyable - sleigh ride with huskies or horses pulling you through the stunning landscape, while snowshoeing offers another opportunity to enjoy the spectacular great outdoors. Of course, given its lofty status as a hub for the super-rich 1850 has now end of spas, boutique shopping and fine dining to keep even the most restless occupied, while further down the mountain the provision of leisure activities is consistently strong.
Beyond its status as a winter retreat for the rich and famous, the fabulous resort of Courchevel also provides some wonderful outdoor activities during the summer, with the region's natural beauty lending itself perfectly for mountain biking, hiking and horse-riding among other activities for the whole family to enjoy.
For those in search of a truly unforgettable experience, a hot-air balloon trip over the region can also be arranged.
