Luxury hotels, starred restaurants, helicopter transfers... Nothing is too good to satisfy Courchevel&#39;s clientele.

As usual during the same period, the winter migration of the "Rich and Famous" to the mountains is in full swing... With its six villages, its ski area of more than 600 kilometers of linked slopes (the largest in the world!), its starred hotel park and its fashion boutiques, Courchevel is the show-off destination par excellence. Here, there is no high-rise construction or concrete, but 4 and 5 star hotels and superb wooden chalets which, inside, favor spacious rooms, very luxurious suites and personalized service. Here, the ski lifts are branded <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/fashion/gucci-apres-ski-before-all" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gucci</a> , the refuges are <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/design/when-louis-vuitton-made-his-perfume-bottles-real-objects-of-art" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Louis Vuitton</a> pop-ups and the carriage rides are sponsored by <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/fashion/every-look-hermes-spring-summer-2023-runway-photos-pfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Herm&egrave;s</a> . Incarnation of "French-style" excellence, prized by the happy few from all over the world who come to find, in addition to the charm of its villages, reinforced concrete security and VIP society life, Courchevel also hides a collection of addresses for insiders at affordable prices, from the family hotel to the friendly canteen. Follow the guide.

Put down your suitcases
To learn about this high-altitude luxury at affordable prices, nothing beats a stop at Moriond . It is in this mountain village that looks like an entrenched camp that you put down your suitcases for a retirement without ostentation. Elected "Best New Ski Hotel in the World" at the Travel Ski Awards ceremony in 2018, the Fahrenheit Seven Courchevel has fun shaking up the codes of traditional alpine hotels. From the top of its well-received four stars punctuated by a vintage atmosphere adapted to the peaks, the cozy address adopts all the codes of luxury without adding to the bill: cozy ski room, family rooms with view of the slopes, ESF at the foot from the hotel and sunny terrace all day&hellip; Here, no bedspreads with "hearts and snowflakes" motifs, but retro sliding shelves, velvet seats and curtains, steel bedside tables, bed linen with geometric patterns... Friendly and cozy comfort that extends into the bathrooms with marble tiling, black furniture and fittings. In the kitchen, the establishment gives pride of place to local products, from breakfast to dinner, without falling into clich&eacute;s. So, if you want a raclette, go your way! On the other hand, if a brasserie meal tempts you, you have come to the right place. At the Chimney , we settle down for a break with the flavors of pancakes and hot chocolate, an aperitif or a digestive, or quite simply to drink a tea and read a book by the fire... La <a href="https://www.fahrenheitseven.com/restaurant-bar-courchevel/restaurant-brasserie-courchevel.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">R&ocirc;tisserie</a> is an altitude restaurant open to all on the Courchevel 1650 snow front while the Zinc offers live concerts and well-executed Savoyard dishes such as the raclette bowl (served in a casserole dish) and the fondue accompanied by its vinegar salad. Without forgetting the youngest of the gang&hellip; The festive Bar Seven Kings offers a dive into the vibrant atmosphere of English pubs, with a sharp selection of 7 English and Scottish draft beers, gins and tasty signature cocktails, live concerts and even a barber corner.

Moriond

Fahrenheit Seven Courchevel

Thrills
Local pride and son of the owners of the famous five-star Annapurna hotel in Courchevel 1850, Alexis Pinturault , world ski champion, is a pure product of Courchevel&hellip; To follow in his footsteps, this winter we are taking the new piste for the first time. Eclipse &hellip; The future theater of the FIS Alpine Skiing World Championships which will take place in 2023 is a long track with a steady slope, ideal for those who would like to challenge themselves to play on the same terrain as the champion. And for those who want more, the Vertical Xperience and its two black runs (the steepest in the 3 Valleys!) offer the opportunity to experience thrills with an average slope of 33&deg;. We will choose that day to hire them alongside another pro&hellip; Five-star ESF teacher, Cyril , his Colgate smile slung over his shoulder, speaks several languages including Russian and Portuguese, and obviously wears the traditional bright red jumpsuit &ndash; except that here it is sponsored by the very hype brand <a href="https://www.lofficielibiza.com/fashion/pucci-x-fusalp-a-capsule-to-have-style-at-the-top-of-the-slopes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fusalp</a> (Courchevel obliges). True to its reputation as one of the most beautiful alpine playgrounds, Courchevel therefore combines luxury and adventure with dizzying descents on skis and toboggan, but also torchlight tours at night, dog sled or snowmobile rides. The multi-glide area of Courchevel Aventure located just next to the altiport allows you to taste the joys of these motorized machines on routes suitable for young and old alike. At sunset, when there is no longer a cat on the slopes, take off your shoes to join Quentin from Espace VTT at the bottom of the Jardin Alpin gondola. On the program: Fat Bike ride between dog and wolf. Translation: two-hour descent on two wheels between the fir trees, breathtaking panorama and high speed&hellip; We come back exhausted but seduced by this energetically sober activity, right in tune with the times.

Courchel Snowmobile Adventure

Courchevel Adventure Dog Sledding

Courchevel Snowmobile Adventure

Courchevel Adventure Fatbike

Louis Vuitton Pop Up Alpine Garden

Good restaurants
To live the Dolce Vita made in Courchevel , stop at the Terrace of the <a href="https://www.chevalblanc.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Le Cheval Blanc</a> hotel, owned by luxury giant Bernard Arnault . On the grill, a blue lobster at 90 euros catches our eye. Here, in padded slippers, we attend a haute couture fashion show in the heart of the Jardin Alpin&hellip; On the menu for the happy few : crab salad and a glass of Ruinart ros&eacute; champagne as an appetizer. At the next table, Yannick All&eacute;no himself (three-starred chef) is testing his lunch menu &ndash; he is the one who signs the menu for the three restaurants at the Palace, including Le 1947*** , reputed to be the most prestigious table from the resort! A few meters below, the Belgian concierge Alain Keysers welcomes his guests to the Barri&egrave;re Les Neiges in Courchevel with warmth and professionalism. Here, we celebrate the French way of life. On the Fouquet&rsquo;s terrace, you can enjoy the signature dishes of chef Pierre Gagnaire &ndash; also three-starred &ndash; in the sun, such as his famous Caesar salad with lobster, as well as traditional cuisine inspired by local flavours. In the kitchen, chef Julia Demichelis manages the score and it's a success! The icing on the cake, the hotel's kids club takes care of children until 10 p.m., which gives parents plenty of time to enjoy this moment of timeless gastronomy. A little higher up, at an altitude of exactly 2,300 meters, Bagatelle is a privileged table in a chalet spirit. Renowned for its festive atmosphere inspired by the rebellious and free spirit of 60's icons, the address offers a unique experience where joie de vivre rhymes with excellence. From the panoramic terrace, guests enjoy a breathtaking view of the snow-capped peaks and let themselves be carried away by the rhythm of the musical program imagined for the season. You can eat gourmet dishes such as free-range chicken with tarragon in a salt and herb crust or the intense dark chocolate pizza&hellip; A killer. In the evening, for a relaxed dinner, go to Bistrot C in Courchevel Moriond, a confidential and cozy place where you can eat very well served traditional dishes with your family. A few steps away, on the snow front still at 1650, Cucina Angelina serves the best Milanese escalope on earth. A nice address for a no-frills lunch break on the terrace.

Bagatelle Courchevel © Amaury Brac

Bagatelle Courchevel © Caspar Miskin

White horse

Barrière Les Neiges

Fouquet’s

Party a little, a lot
To party on the slopes and to the good sounds of guest DJs like the star of the nineties Cut Killer , head for Cape Horn &hellip; In this flagship of java and overpriced cocktails, all nationalities mingle in an atmosphere boosted. Another dancefloor, another atmosphere: La Ferme Saint Amour offers friendly and generous cuisine but also and above all a trendy atmosphere with beautiful and friendly waitresses who dance on the bar after 10 p.m. Late at night, the DJ cranks up the sound and it's the customers' turn to get on the tables. Fun fact : ex-ski champion Annie Famose is the owner of this traditional and trendy place. A place where it is fashionable to put on your 31 if you do not want to fail at the entrance! Same concept at Piaf (from the Parisian group Paris Society ), a festive restaurant with decor and slick menus like you come across in summer in Saint-Tropez. Booking well in advance is not a bad idea.

The bird

Cape Horn

Children first
A must for relaxing after a day on the slopes: Aquamotion in Courchevel and its Wellness Area reserved for adults. If you go there with children, the slides and the heated outdoor swimming pool will be a hit. Special mention also for the "Adventure" courses on Wednesday afternoons with an introduction to surfing for the youngest in a state-of-the-art wave pool. And for intrepid families, the 2 km toboggan run linking Courchevel 1850 to Courchevel Village with tunnels and bends, all lit until late in the evening, is an experience to live at least once in a lifetime!

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