Courchevel Travel Guide

 MM212 Says:  What else would one do in Courchevel? The resort offers some of the best skiing in the world, so make the most of it! Of course, snow-boarding is an option too. Courchevel alone has 119 runs, 150 kms of pistes, which go from an altitude of 2700 metres down to 1300 metres - a... 

 MM212 Says:  Although not the highest peak around, Col de la Loze is still an impressive backdrop to many photos in Courchevel. The peak rises to a height of only 2274 metres and it separates la Vallée de Courchevel with that of Méribel. It is from this point that one can cross from one... 

 MM212 Says:  At 3855 metres, la Grande Casse is the highest mountain in the Massif de la Vanoise, the central Alps of France. Although not within the skiable terrain of Courchevel, the giant mountain dominates the views on the opposite side. Immediately next to it is a peak known as... 

 MM212 Says:  The highest peak within the skiable domain of Courchevel, Saulire rises to an altitude of 2733 metres. Immediately below it is the highest skiable point in the resort of Courchevel, at just below 2700 metres. The majestic peak provides a breathtaking backdrop to the views in... 

 MM212 Says:  La Croisette is the base of the ski lifts at Courchevel 1850. It is from here that one purchases ski passes, reserves ski lessons and obtains information related to the ski resort. The complex also contains a bank and other amenities. 

 MM212 Says:  The village of Courchevel was built on three levels, 1550, 1650 and 1850 metres, each of which has become known by its altitude. Courchevel 1850 is the largest and contains the best hotels and restaurants. It is also the most central to the slopes. Many of the hotels here... 

 fosbak Says:  Just between Courchevel 1650 and 1550 there is a swimming pool and little sports place.The Archery centre is well equipped, well worth the money and was good fun too.The sun was quite strong but they provide awnings from which to shoot and watch.From never having picked up a... 

 MM212 Says:  One cannot leave Courchevel without trying Alpine specialties and le Mountain is the perfect place for it. The elegant restaurant, located in the heart of 1850, serves dishes associated with the local region, le Savoie. Typical dishes include, of course, fondue and raclette. 

 MM212 Says:  A small restaurant in the heart of Courchevel, la Chapelle is perhaps one of the town's most charming. A large fire place dominates the tiny dining room. It serves great French food that appears to have been prepared in a home, accompanied by excellent wines. It's only open... 

 MM212 Says:  Brought to Courchevel by Enrico Bernardo, said to be the world's best sommelier, il Vino is a branch of the same restaurant in Paris. It serves excellent dishes paired with the best of wines, a concept designed for lovers of wine. The pairings, though, are not obligatory, so... 

 MM212 Says:  An upscale Italian restaurant, le Hussard is part of the chic hotel, le Saint Joseph. It serves excellent Italian food in an elegant dining room, right in the heart of Courchevel 1850. Dinner only. 

 MM212 Says:  Upon entering its super charming dining, one instantly falls in love with la Soucoupe: wooden furniture, floral curtains, chandeliers and breathtaking views. It is considered the best restaurant on the slopes of Courchevel, naturally only open for lunch, whose specialty is... 

 MM212 Says:  Nothing will replenish lost calories better than one (or more) crêpes here at the end of a ski day. Crêperie Grand Marnier serve the best crêpes in France and is one of a few locations that operate in the Alps in winter and on the Côte d'Azur in the summer (what a lovely... 

 Skigirl Says:  Push a button on the phone for Petit Dejuener "breakfast"Served atop a silver platter there is a basket of fresh croissants, apple tarts, baguettes and raisin toast, served with jelly and preserves. There is also fruit, yogurt and fresh squeezed OJ. Coffee or Hot chocolate -...