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Our Courchevel news brings together the latest from the resort, from exceptional new chalet openings and restaurant launches to seasonal events, mountain experiences and key dates to know. Explore considered guides created to help shape an effortless stay in the French Alps. Check back for the latest Courchevel news before planning your next winter escape:

Courchevel news – winter season opening in Courchevel 1850

Events, Openings and Resort Guides

Val Thorens Chalets: The Highest Point in the Valley

Discover Val Thorens chalets, Europe's highest ski address, with ski-in ski-out access, private spas and four handpicked addresses in the Trois Vallees.

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Meribel Chalets: The Valley Beyond Courchevel

A short transfer from Courchevel, Meribel offers the same Trois Vallees skiing with a quieter, village-scale charm, chalet by chalet.

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Courchevel Shopping: Beyond the Piste in 1850

Beyond the pistes, Courchevel 1850 keeps a quiet shopping quarter of its own: jewellers and ski ateliers, a slope-side Moncler, and a cheesemonger that has outlasted them all.

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First Time in Courchevel? A Beginner’s Guide Before You Book

Everything a first-time visitor needs to know before booking a Courchevel chalet: villages, service levels, timing, travel and cost.

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Courchevel in Summer: Chalet Rentals Beyond Ski Season

Why a Courchevel chalet rental is worth considering in summer: hiking, golf, lower rates, and what the resort offers beyond ski season.

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How Many Bedrooms Do You Need? A Group-Size Guide to Courchevel Chalets

A practical guide to sizing your Courchevel chalet rental by group type, from couples to multi-generational families and large celebrations.

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Getting to Courchevel: Airports, Transfers and Travel Times

Comparing Geneva, Chambery and Lyon airports for Courchevel, plus transfer times, the Altiport, and helicopter options.

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Chalet Staff Explained: Who’s Who in a Fully Catered Chalet

A plain guide to the team behind a fully catered Courchevel chalet: chef, host, housekeeping, driver, and the extra roles larger chalets offer.

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How to Book a Courchevel Chalet: Timing, Deposits and What to Expect

A step-by-step guide to booking a Courchevel chalet: when to book, deposits and payment terms, and what happens in the run-up to your stay.

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Buying vs Renting a Chalet in Courchevel

Weighing up buying a chalet in Courchevel against renting each season: the real trade-offs in cost, flexibility and commitment.

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Courchevel Events Calendar 2026/2027

What's on in Courchevel this winter: season opening, World Cup racing, the Pyrotechnic Festival, and how to plan your chalet booking around it.

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How Much Does a Luxury Chalet in Courchevel Cost?

A season-by-season guide to Courchevel chalet rental prices, what drives the cost, and how to get the most from your budget across all three villages.

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Courchevel 1850 vs 1650 vs 1550

Comparing Courchevel 1850, 1650 Moriond and 1550 Le Praz for your next chalet rental: prices, ski access, atmosphere and which village suits you best.

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Christmas in Courchevel: The Complete Festive Guide

Discover New Chalets in Courchevel for Winter season 2026/2027 As plans take shape for the 2026/2027 ski season, Courchevel continues to welcome a new generation of exceptional mountain residences.

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Catered vs Self-Catered Serviced Chalets in Courchevel

Discover New Chalets in Courchevel for Winter season 2026/2027 As plans take shape for the 2026/2027 ski season, Courchevel continues to welcome a new generation of exceptional mountain residences.

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Courchevel Ski Guide

If you’re heading to Courchevel for the 2026/2027 winter season, this ski guide covers everything you need to make the most of its legendary slopes and exceptional mountain atmosphere.

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Best Michelin-Starred Restaurants in Courchevel

Courchevel’s exceptional dining scene brings together world-renowned chefs, refined Alpine flavours and unforgettable Michelin-starred experiences. Explore the Michelin-starred restaurants worth knowing for your next stay.

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Best Après-Ski in Courchevel

Discover the Best Ski-In Après-Ski in Courchevel. Ski straight from the slopes to Courchevel’s best après-ski venues, from lively mountain terraces to glamorous parties at altitude.

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The Best Luxury Chalets with a Swimming Pool in Courchevel

From the vast wellness floor at Chalet Edelweiss to intimate retreats with heated indoor pools, these are the finest chalets with a pool in Courchevel and the Three Valleys.

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Ski-in Ski-out Chalets in Courchevel: Our Top Picks for 2027

A true ski-in ski-out address means more time on the mountain and none of it lost to transfers. These are our top slopeside chalets in Courchevel for the 2026/2027 season.

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The Best Courchevel Chalets with a Private Cinema

A private screening room has become one of the most loved features of Courchevel chalets. These are the residences with the most impressive cinema rooms, from Grandfather to Edelweiss.

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The Best Courchevel Chalets for Spa and Wellness

Pools, hammams, saunas and private treatment rooms: these are the Courchevel chalets with the most impressive spa and wellness spaces, from Edelweiss to Le Petit Palais.

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Altitude Dining in Courchevel: The Best Slopeside Restaurants and How to Get a Table

Cap Horn, Bagatelle, La Folie Douce and Le Panoramic: a guide to Courchevel’s best altitude restaurants, and how to secure the tables that book out weeks ahead.

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A Guide to Courchevel’s Villages: 1350, 1550, 1650 and 1850

Courchevel is a collection of villages, each with its own character. Our guide to 1350, 1550, 1650 and 1850 helps you choose the right base for your ski holiday.

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