Best non-skiing activities in Courchevel

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While most people heading to Courchevel will have skiing in mind, there’s plenty more to do in-resort that doesn’t involve donning two planks and heading downhill. From taking a dip, to exploring the local scenery, there is plenty to see and do for people of all ages. So, whether you’re a non-skier heading to resort, or you’d like your holiday to include some other activities, our guide to non-skiing activities in Courchevel can help you get the most from your next visit.

  1. Enjoy a relaxing soak at Aquamotion. Courchevel’s aquatic centre includes slides, an outdoor whirlpool, diving area, kids pool and lane swimming area. As well as an adjacent adult only spa for some serious relaxation, including indoor and outdoor pool, salt cave, several saunas and hammams. Or, for those looking for a bit more adrenaline, you can tackle the waves in their surf simulator.
  2. No trip to Courchevel is complete without enjoying the culinary delights. From molten cheese feasts to Michelin starred menus, there’s plenty of choices to make your heart and belly sing. You can review some of our favourite restaurants for foodies here.
  3. Courchevel has not one, but two sledging options. You can take the exhilarating route through the trees from Courchevel (1850) down to Village. Or, enjoy the Moriond racing track from the top of Ariondaz bubble back to resort.
  4. Aim for a strike at the 10-pin bowling adult in the Forum in Courchevel (1850).
  5. Head down to the médiathèque at Alpinium in Le Praz. This multi-media library is a comfy and relaxing place where you can peruse their books, or bring your own, and bunker down in a bean bag or cosy corner when the clouds come in.
  6. Channel your inner Torvill and Dean at the ice skating rink in Courchevel (1850).
  7. Escape the crowds and explore the myriad of forest trails on a guided snow shoeing adventure. If you book a guide you’ll also benefit from their local knowledge of the flora and fauna.
  8. Courchevel is essentially a network of inter-linked villages – each with their own character and charm. You can easily while away a day people watching and window shopping in Courchevel (1850), wander the quaint streets of Courchevel Le Praz and the narrow alleys of St Bon. All the villages are linked by the free resort bus.

Insider tips to the perfect self-catered ski holiday in La Tania

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On the edge of Courchevel, in the heart of the Three Valleys, La Tania makes a great ski destination for skiers and boarders of all ages and abilities. In recent years many chalet companies have started offering self-catered ski holidays in La Tania – us included. Self-catered breaks provide greater flexibility, more privacy, and – importantly in the current situation – less contact with people outside of your party. So, if it’s your first time going self-catered and you’re after a few tips, then this insider’s guide to a self-catered ski holiday in La Tania might be just the ticket.

  1. Plan ahead. Shopping in-resort can be a little pricey, so it’s worth a little pre-planning to ensure your shopping stays within budget. There is a great supermarket (Super U) enroute in Moutiers, just after you turn off the dual carriageway, before you head up the hill. You can always organise a click & collect too to save time or if you are staying with Ski-Dazzle, we can collect for you, for a fee.
  2. Re-stock up at the Sherpa. If you forget anything or need to top up during the week there is a Sherpa in-resort which stocks a decent range of fresh and dried foods and drinks at a fairly reasonable price.
  3. Make the most of the local boulangerie. The bakery in La Tania is open from 7am in the morning so you can enjoy fresh bread and croissants for breakfast, or get enough to make packed lunches for on the hill, or if you are staying with Ski-Dazzle, we can organise a daily delivery to your chalet.
  4. Enjoy a night off cooking – order dinner in. If you fancy a night off the cooking, and don’t fancy all heading out on the town you can order a meal in; or even organise your own private chef. Contact us for food delivery and chef options. 
  5. Bring the essentials with you. OK, this is clearly dependent upon your mode of transport, however if you have room in your suitcase / hand luggage / car, and restrictions allow, here are a few essentials you might like to bring: tea / coffee, Marmite, spices and (hear us out) a slow cooker. Admittedly, the latter requires a little more room, but it is perfect for preparing food in advance so you can return home to a hot meal after a day on the slopes.
  6. Fuel up at lunchtime. Do you often get carried away at lunch and struggle to eat your evening meal while skiing? Or fancy taking advantage of great value lunch deals, like Michelin-starred Le Farcon’s skier lunch? Given the flexibility of a self-catered break you can fill your boots at lunchtime and just snack on bread and cheese for supper. 
  7. Enjoy a cheese soiree. The deli in La Tania (Saveurs des Alpes) rents fondue and raclette machines so you can enjoy a cheese feast at the fraction of the price from the comfort of your chalet.  If you stay with Ski-Dazzle, we offer a Raclette Evening.
  8. Share the load. No one wants to be stuck in the kitchen all holiday so if you draw up a rota or take turns cooking dinner you’ll have plenty of time to kick back, or enjoy the local après while someone else prepares dinner.