This iconic Alpine resort is revealing another side of its territory in summer 2026. With new sporting activities, major events, and immersion in nature, Courchevel bet on a more authentic season, open from July 4th to August 30th.
When the snow melts, Courchevel The pace changes. White slopes give way to alpine pastures, skis are replaced by hiking boots, and the resort regains a more peaceful rhythm. Around a bend in a path, a hamlet, or a high-altitude lake, another mountain reveals itself, more intimate, almost confidential.
New features to broaden the experience
Courchevel isn't resting on its laurels. This summer, the resort is enhancing its offering with several new features designed to diversify activities.
The bike park, already well-established, is adopting a new visual identity, symbolising a clearer and more assertive positioning for mountain biking enthusiasts. With nearly 147 km of dedicated trails, covering downhill, enduro, and e-bike routes, the playground remains one of the largest in the Tarentaise region.
Another significant development is the installation of two padel courts in Courchevel 1850. Located at altitude, these facilities complement the year-round sports offering, with broad accessibility for both casual players and experienced practitioners. This is a way to attract new audiences while strengthening the image of a resort in motion.
But it is undoubtedly on the side of Lac de la Rosière that the most singular novelty is to be found. A themed orienteering course has been devised there for children, combining a treasure hunt, discovery of heritage, and immersion in nature. A fun experience that is part of a broader trend: making the mountains accessible without spoiling them. .
A season punctuated by major events
In Courchevel, summer is also experienced to the rhythm of events. From the first weekend in July, the resort sets the tone with La Punta, a unique event in the alpine landscape. Between motorcycle culture, concerts, and artistic performances, the festival attracts a varied audience and helps to evolve the destination's image. .
More sporty, the Cycling Event, organised in mid-August, confirms Courchevel's deep roots in outdoor pursuits. Enduro, e-bike, cross-country… the formats are multiplying and adapting to all levels. Some events, like the XC des Avals with its 50 km and 2000 metres of elevation gain, are clearly aimed at seasoned participants. .
Between these highlights, the resort continues with more intimate events, village fêtes, cultural events, or family activities, with a logic of continuous season rather than isolated peaks.
A life-size mountain
With over 270km of marked trails, Courchevel establishes itself as an XXL playground for hiking enthusiasts. From routes accessible from the villages to more challenging high-altitude treks, everyone can set their own pace.
The area is not limited to hiking. Climbing, via ferrata, golf, road cycling and high-altitude fishing all contribute to this diversity. The Col de la Loze, perched at over 2,300 metres and entirely reserved for cyclists on its final kilometres, remains one of the symbols of the growing popularity of summer activities. .
This wealth of activities is accompanied by an avowed desire to preserve the balance. Summer in Courchevel is not just about accumulating experiences, but about a different way of inhabiting the mountains, a more respectful, slower way.
Where to stay in Courchevel?
The Lacs Merlet refuge
What if you completely broke the routine by treating yourself, and why not your family, to a night in a mountain hut? This change of scenery is conducive to conversation and reflection. With its pointed roof, the Refuge des Lacs Merlet resembles a cabin or a hut.
It sleeps 14 people in its one and only living room, and has no bathroom facilities. Spending a night here is a chance to get away from it all and let go, for a return to the true meaning of life. This unusual place is open from 14 June to mid-September 2024, and is accessible from the route de l'Ariondaz.
- Rates Overnight stays : adult 48 euros, Bivouac 16 euros Overnight stays -16 years 46 euros, Bivouac 14 euros Overnight stays -12 years 40 euros, Bivouac 10 euros
- Address Vanoise National Park La Vallee des Avals, 73120 Courchevel
- Contact : 06 99 17 12 40
Residence Les Chalets du Forum
The Résidence Les Chalets du Forum is located in Courchevel 1850, 9 km from Les 3 Vallées, 18 km from the 3 Vallées Brides les Bains casino and 22 km from the Méribel golf course.
All rooms at this 4-star hotel have a balcony, a dining area and a seating area. On the Booking reservation platform, the Pierre & Vacances establishment is particularly popular with families. They give it a rating of 8.2 for a stay with children.
- Prices : a room for four people for two nights on a weekend in July costs €518
- Address: 1 rue de Plantret, 73120 Courchevel, France
- Contact: 04 79 00 90 00
Hotel Lys Martagon
Lys Martagon is the perfect marriage of refinement, authenticity, and modernity. This sublime 5-star hotel, with its breathtaking views, invites lovers of exceptional places to discover its intimate world imbued with an Art Deco soul.
To preserve the intimate atmosphere, the number of rooms has been deliberately limited, allowing the hotel to accommodate up to 20 people. It is also possible to book out the establishment's 10 rooms and suites, for family or friends.
- Prices : around 3,000 euros per night
- Address: 464 rue de Bellecote, Courchevel 1850, 73120 Courchevel
- Contact: 04 79 00 12 50
Where to eat in Courchevel?
With the presence of six Michelin-starred chefs and 46 restaurantsCourchevel is undoubtedly a gastronomic destination. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or an evening of food tasting, you're bound to find what you're looking for among the many restaurants dotted around the different villages. Here are 3 suggestions:
La Cave des Creux
Ideal for eating on the go, this restaurant, which once housed shepherds, offers a brasserie-style menu with food that is both simple, delicious and refined. The menu, designed by chef François Breda, is packed with Savoyard specialities, meats and fish, and is accompanied by a fine wine list that will delight connoisseurs. For those with a sweet tooth, the homemade dessert buffet will end the meal on a high note.
The decor at La Cave des Creux is authentic, with a subtle blend of mountain and industrial styles. The highlight of the show is the terrace. At an altitude of 2,112 m, it offers panoramic views of the 3 Vallées ski area and Mont Blanc.
- Prices : expect to pay around 40 euros for the main course
- Address: piste de la Cave des Creux, Courchevel 1850, 73120 Courchevel
- Contact: 04 79 07 76 14
The Stable of the Lilies
A holiday in the mountains is synonymous with hearty dishes, and inevitably with cheese. And that's just as well, because at L'Etable des Lys, cheese from the neighbouring farms is a real mainstay for the chef, who has decided to follow the customs and ancestral recipes of the local people. traditional Savoyard specialities.
In this old stable, you'll be immersed in a warm atmosphere thanks to the typical decor, essentially made of old wood and stone vaults, and the welcoming hospitality of the staff. An unusual moment is guaranteed!
- Prices : count 39 euros for the main course
- Address: 22 Pass. des Ecoliers, 73120 Courchevel
- Contact: 04 79 07 97 71
The Bark
The atmosphere is contemporary, cosy, intimate, and authentic, with a promise that all dishes are prepared with fresh, homemade ingredients.
À la carte, you'll find exceptional meats, but also lovely fish and burgers served with fresh chips. The welcome is warm. It's flawless!
- Prices : main courses from €20
- Address: 349 rue Sainte Blandine, 73120, Courchevel
- Contact: 06 34 19 28 95
How do I get to Courchevel?
- By plane
With 4 airports less than 200 km away (Milan, Lyon, Nice and Chambéry), you can reach your holiday destination by plane in less than 2 hours 15 minutes after your flight lands.
- By train or bus
If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, opt for the train or bus. After a few hours spent chatting, relaxing or reading, you'll arrive at Moûtiers station. From there, it's a 30-minute journey to Courchevel.
- Per car
To reach the resort by car, take the motorway and then a pretty departmental road lined with fir trees. In winter, even though there are chain-link areas on your ascent, remember to chain up in the valley, in Moûtiers, for the following reasons start the climb with confidence.
On arrival, there are 13 car parks in the 6 villages where you can park your vehicle. For more information, season tickets and preferential rates are available depending on the length of your stay.
Courchevel, in brief
Nestling in the heart of the Alps, high up in the Tarentaise Valley, Courchevel is surrounded by lush spruce forests and dominated by legendary peaks such as the Aiguille du Fruit.
This resort comprises six tiered villages that reveal themselves as you gain altitude: Saint-Bon, Courchevel Le Praz, Courchevel La Tania, Courchevel Village, Courchevel Moriond, and Courchevel 1850.
Courchevel is a leading destination in both winter and summer. Indeed, everything is conducive to entertainment for those who choose the cool climes for their upcoming holidays.
145 kilometres of mountain biking trails, 270 kilometres of hiking paths, 200 activities and events, a 15,000 m2 aquatic centre… Here are just a few examples of what Courchevel has to offer during the warmer months. So, are you convinced?