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Courchevel 1850 ski resort
Tier B — Favored

📷 Courchevel 1850

Europe

Courchevel 1850

Projected to open December 5, 2026

Best months to book: March, January, February · last season + 30-yr record

Projected to open Dec 5 — closed April 12

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 8

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Updated: Oct 12, 11:00 PM•Weather at base: 1,100m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Dec 5

Courchevel 1850 is projected to open December 5, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: March, January, February. Best weeks: 22 Mar–28 Mar, 15 Mar–21 Mar, 8 Mar–14 Mar.Dec2Jan3Feb1MarAprOpens 5 DecCloses 12 Apr

Best months to book

  1. #1March79cm avg · last season 37
  2. #2January95cm avg
  3. #3February74cm avg · last season 31

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 44.3
  2. #2 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 40.9
  3. #3 8 Mar – 14 Mar · last season 38.1

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Mon, Oct 12, 11:00 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Projected to open Dec 5

Projected to open December 5, 2026

96 runs · 55 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

2,738m

Updated Oct 12, 2026 at 11:00 PM

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Courchevel 1850

About Courchevel 1850

Courchevel 1850 is a prestigious ski resort located in the French Alps, renowned for its extensive ski area within Les 3 Vallées, the world’s largest linked ski domain. The resort features a high-altitude village atmosphere, luxury accommodations, Michelin-starred dining, and direct access to over 600 kilometers of slopes. Signature experiences include exclusive après-ski venues, upscale shopping, and a variety of winter activities such as snowshoeing and tobogganing. Courchevel 1850 stands out for its blend of world-class skiing, refined amenities, and exceptional service.

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Frequently asked questions about Courchevel 1850

Where is Courchevel 1850?
Courchevel 1850 is a ski resort in France.
How high is Courchevel 1850?
Courchevel 1850 runs from a base elevation of 1,100 m (3,609 ft) to a summit of 2,738 m (8,983 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,638 m (5,374 ft).
How big is Courchevel 1850?
Courchevel 1850 has 96 marked runs and 55 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Courchevel 1850?
Courchevel 1850 is on the Epic Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Courchevel 1850?
Courchevel 1850 typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Courchevel 1850 get in a typical season?
Courchevel 1850 averages 213 inches / 540 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Courchevel 1850 in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #169 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +4% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Courchevel 1850 averaged +4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Courchevel 1850 sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -14%, '15-16 +6%, '23-24 +19%. A pattern, not a promise.