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🇫🇷

Alps, France

Courchevel Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Early December

Season dates, 150 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly

9,416ft

Peak Elevation

5,479ft

Vertical Drop

150

Trails

200"

Annual Snow

Overview

Courchevel is a ski resort in Alps, France, with an elevation range from 3,937ft (1200m) to 9,416ft (2870m). The vertical drop is 5,479ft (1670m) across 150 trails served by 58 lifts and 3,700 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Chambery Airport (CMF), about 110 minutes away by car. Courchevel receives an average of 200 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Early December to Late April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Early DecemberCloses: Late April
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

60cm(24in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Courchevel's snowiest peak-season month.

200"

Annual Snowfall

(508cm)

0°C

February Avg High

-7°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 32% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

200"

annual avg

55
Jan
60
Feb
45
Mar
20
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
3
Oct
15
Nov
50
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

150

Total Trails

58

Lifts

3,700

Skiable Acres

5,479ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

23%
Beginner: 35 trails
42%
Intermediate: 63 trails
25%
Advanced: 38 trails
Expert: 15 trails
23%Beginner (35)
42%Intermediate (63)
25%Advanced (38)
10%Expert (15)

Courchevel has 150 trails: 23% green, 42% blue, 25% black, and 10% double-black.

Lift System & Elevation

58

Total Lifts

5,479ft

Vertical Drop

1,670m

(5,479ft)

Elevation Profile

9,416ft

Peak

3,937ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$76

avg/day

$78
Jan
$85
Feb
$72
Mar
$62
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
$82
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($62)

Best Month to Visit Courchevel

Top Pick

January

Solid snowGreat valuePeak conditions
72
score
55cm
Moderate
$78/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Courchevel, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 55cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

March

45cm snow, moderate crowds, $72/day.

Best Value

April

$62/day, 20cm snow, low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

55cm

snowfall

-2°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$78

day pass

February

Peak Season

60cm

snowfall

0°/-7°

high/low °C

crowds

$85

day pass

March

Open

45cm

snowfall

4°/-3°

high/low °C

crowds

$72

day pass

April

Late Season

20cm

snowfall

9°/2°

high/low °C

crowds

$62

day pass

December

Open

50cm

snowfall

-1°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$82

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Courchevel.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$72

per day

Season Pass

$1,200

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Trois Vallees

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Courchevel is included on the Trois Vallees pass.

Getting to Courchevel

Nearest Airport

Chambery Airport (CMF)

Approx. 110 min drive

Location

Alps, France 🇫🇷

45.4139°N, 6.6342°E

The drive from Chambery Airport to Courchevel takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Courchevel open for the season?
Courchevel typically opens in Early December and closes in Late April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Courchevel?
A day lift pass at Courchevel starts at $72 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Courchevel good for beginners?
Courchevel has 23% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.
How much snow does Courchevel get per year?
Courchevel receives an average of 200 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 32% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Courchevel?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Courchevel in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 55cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
3,937 - 9,416ft
Vertical Drop
5,479ft (1670m)
Trails
150
Lifts
58
Skiable Acres
3,700
Annual Snowfall
200" (508cm)
Season
Early December - Late April
Day Pass
$72
Nearest Airport
CMF (110min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprDec

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