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Ski Dazzle Season Round-Up: A Look Back at Winter 2024–25 and What’s Coming for 2025–26

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The 2024–25 season brought fresh snow, returning guests, first-timers, and plenty of mountain magic. Whether you stayed in catered Chalet Jamais Bleu or self-catered Chalet Juliette, we loved welcoming you to our little corner of the Alps.
❄️ Highlights of the 2024–25 Season

This winter was one of our best yet. Here are a few things that made it special:

Snow came early and stayed late, giving us a solid base and fantastic conditions well into spring.

Guests loved the new hot tub at Chalet Jamais Bleu — the perfect après-ski spot with panoramic views and starry Alpine nights.

Our multi-generational groups brought extra energy and joy — from grandparents taking in the views to little ones having their first ski lessons.

We welcomed plenty of returning guests, and nothing makes us happier than being part of your ski traditions.

Local favourites like the Creux blue run and Folyères back into La Tania got lots of love — not to mention the tartiflette-fuelled lunches at Courchevel’s mountain restaurants.

⛷️ Looking Ahead: Winter 2025–26

We’re already excited for what’s to come!

Bookings are now open for next winter, and popular weeks are already filling up — especially school holidays and New Year.

Chalet Jamais Bleu will continue to offer room-by-room bookings for selected weeks, so you don’t need to book the whole chalet to join us.

Chalet Juliette remains the perfect self-catered base for families or groups looking for flexibility and freedom.

We’ll be sharing new local recommendations, travel tips, and insider guides to help you make the most of your stay.

Plus, a few extra surprises are in the works — watch this space!

📅 Ready to Plan Your Trip?

Whether you’re dreaming of carving through fresh powder, sipping wine by the fire, or introducing your children to the mountains for the first time, now is a great time to start planning.

📍La Tania offers great value, direct access to Courchevel and the 3 Valleys, and a peaceful village feel with everything you need.

Browse availability on our website, or get in touch directly for recommendations and advice — we’d love to help you create your perfect ski week.

Best day hikes in the Three Valleys

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When thinking of the Alps you’ll likely picture snow capped mountains and wintry vistas. However the lure of the Alps is not simply limited to the winter months. The spring and summer seasons offer visitors incredible and varied hiking opportunities with jaw dropping views and impressive flora and fauna. So whether you’re an avid mountain hiker or prefer a more leisurely ramble we’ve picked a selection of our favourite day hikes in the Three Valleys.

Easy hike: Lac Tueda, Méribel 

Situated just above Méribel Mottaret is the Tueda Nature Reserve, where the Glacier de Gebroulaz sits above pine forests and Lac Tueda. Setting off from the car park, a walking trail follows the river with a very gentle ascent over about 500m up to Lac Tueda. Along the way are exploratory nature trails off to the side where info boards will advise on the flora and fauna you can spot along the route. Once you arrive at Lac Tueda you can lap the lake, taking a break at the restaurant on the lakeside which serves the usual Savoie fare. The path is suitable for prams and wheelchairs, making it accessible for all. 

1hr, 1.8km (including lap of the lake), 25m ascent

NB. If you’d like to make it a bit more challenging and go further afield take the path at the end of the lake in the direction of Refuge du Saut.  The path will take you to the La Plagne plateau at an altitude of 2,000m on the cusp of the Vanoise National Park. Keep your eyes peeled for marmottes, eagles, chamois and bouquetin. 

 

Moderate hike: Courchevel villages and hamlets

Take in the charm of the Three Valley villages and hamlets with a circuit following forest tracks, ideal for sunny days when you need respite from the heat. Setting off from La Tania lift station, take the footpath which descends steadily to Le Praz, passing the Le Praz ski jump enroute. After passing through the village of Le Praz you’ll follow the signposts across the fields and down the slope to Saint Bon. After meandering through this quaint village you’ll ascend up the other side, through steep narrow streets with tightly packed houses before taking the Chemin du Paradis which will lead you into the forest. The paths in the forest are well signposted taking you up through the hamlets of Le Freney then Le Nouvaz before ascending back to La Tania. The route is documented in more detail here.

3hrs, 10.2km, 626m ascent 

Challenging hike: Lac Rosiere – Dent du Villard loop

If you’ve skied in Courchevel 1650 you’ve likely noticed the stunning ridge with tree lined spines that overlooks it from skiers right. Sitting at 2,284m, the Dent du Villard offers incredible panoramic views of the Three Valleys and the Vanoise National Park with the blue glacial front. What makes it even more special however is the landscape at the top. Made from gypsum rock it’s like walking on the moon, with craters and gullies that make for an original and memorable hike. 

The walk begins at Lac de la Rosiere – which is a site to behold of its own. The stunning turquoise waters are surrounded with pine forests and picturesque picnic and BBQ spots. With aerial high ropes course and a via ferrata route if you’re feeling more adventurous.

From Lac Rosiere there is a circular route which is best tackled by taking the route up to the Col de la Chat. The path is steep and encompasses the sentier des 1000 marches – a series of wooden steps designed to assist with the steep ascent. Make sure you take plenty of water and snacks as you’ll need both to reach the top. It’s about 2 hours to the summit, where you’ll be greeted by the luna landscape and breathtaking views. From there you’ll follow the path along the ridge before descending back to the lake via a number of slightly exposed switchbacks. If you don’t have a head for heights you can always opt to return the way you came. 

3.5hrs, 10km, 754m ascent

PLAN DES PISTES DE COURCHEVEL - LES MEILLEURES PISTES DE LA STATION

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Find the most up-to date Courchevel Piste Map for 2020 below. You can also download it here and save to your phone.

 

We also recommend you download the 3 Valleys App, this will show you which lifts are open on any given day when you’re in resort. It also gives a 3-day forecast, updates on piste grooming and webcam access. Perfect for when you’re in resort on your holiday.

Now that you’ve got your piste map on hand, you might need some recommendations of where to ski. We’ve rounded up our favourite spots to ski in Courchevel for all levels.

Best pistes for beginners – green runs

Aside from the number of magic carpet beginner areas around resort, there are plenty of green runs for once you’ve graduated from those. Here are some nice, gentle green runs in Courchevel that are a great next step.

  • Loze Est – From the top of Coqs chairlift (also accessible by taking Dou Des Lanches) this nice green winds its way down to Courchevel 1850, and gets the morning sun.
  • Plan Fontaine – Although pretty long and windy, this green run from the top of La Tania back down into resort is perfect for giving your ski legs a challenge.
  • Verdons – Situated right in the centre of 1850, this run (aptly) runs from the top of Verdons bubble down to the Croisette. It’s wide and slightly rolling – perfect for practicing your turns.

 

 

Best pistes for intermediates – blue runs

As with all grades of piste, there is a range within each colour. Some blues are more difficult than others, but here are some of our favourites.

  • Folyeres – On our home turf in La Tania, everyone loves Folyeres. Although at parts it seems like more of a red than a blue, it’s undulating and a nice long run right back down into resort. You’ll likely take this one daily!
  • Creux – From the very top of the Saulire – where you can catch some stunning views & a few snapshots – runs the long blue run Creux. It tends to get bumpy later in the day, so we recommend hitting this one early. You can ski down to the mid-station of Marmottes chair, or all the way down to Aiguille de Fruit for a nice, long run.
  • Cospillot – A lesser-known run, tucked away at the bottom of Pralong chair is Cospillot, a quiet run through the trees that hardly gets any traffic. It winds its way down to 1550 and is perfect when you want to escape the crowds.

Best pistes for advanced – red & black runs

For those looking for more challenging runs, Courchevel does not disappoint.

  • Marmottes – This run always has great snow. A long with a steep, but not too steep of a gradient, this is great run that catches the sun for most of the day. Access it from the top of Suisse, Vizelle or Saulire Express.
  • Chapelets – Over on the far side of 1650, Chapelets is a great red run to challenge yourself.
  • Jean Blanc – Another semi-hidden gem. From the top of Plantrey chair, this black run sits between La Tania and Le Praz and has really steep challenging bits. It also is one of the last pistes to get groomed so after it’s snowed you can often find fresh powder here.

Best off-piste areas

For those who want to venture off-piste we highly recommend you do so only with an instructor or a local guide who knows the area. And be sure you have all the safety equipment required. There is no messing around when it comes to safety off-piste. But that being said you can get some amazing runs in around the resort.

  • Creux Noir – At the top of Creux Noir chair is loads of accessible off-piste area, however, you have to hike up there as the chair lift has been removed.
  • La Tania & Le Praz Trees – When it’s snowing & the weather is in, take full advantage of the clarity that the trees provide. You can lap this area 10x over and always take a different route.
  • Courchevel Couloirs – Very famous, as they should be, you can ski a variety of the couloirs at the very top of Courchevel. A bit of a hike is required to access them. And we have to admit sometimes the hike is more difficult than the ski. But if the snow’s good, it’s absolutely worth it.

Travel Tip created by Sally Dazzle in association with Vacation Soup

10 ACTIVITÉS À NE PAS MANQUER À COURCHEVEL

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We know you’ve come to Courchevel for the amazing skiing that the Three Valleys has to offer. However, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy beyond skiing. Whether you’re looking for a fun adventure with friends, a kids activity or something for the non-skiers in your group – Courchevel has something to offer.

Here are a few fun activities in Courchevel to add to your bucket list for the week.

1. Aquamotion

This state of the art pool and spa centre is a great activity for both kids and adults, and perfect if you want to take a day off skiing to rest your legs. The swimming area has a kids play pool, two large pools, diving boards and a slide.

The separate spa area can be an additional add-on to your pass, where you can indulge in a bit of relaxation. They have an indoor-outdoor pool and jacuzzi, salt pool, hammams, saunas and also offer massage & beauty treatments. In addition to all of this the centre has a climbing wall and a mini wave pool to test your surf skills.

Find out more about what Aquamotion is really like.

Person swimming in an indoor pool at Aquamotion leisure centre in Courchevel

Swimming at Aquamotion in Courchevel, the Alps’ flagship indoor water and wellness centre

2. Helicopter Ride Over Courchevel Valley

Check out the views of the Alps from above. Take an opportunity to make use of Courchevel’s Altiport – which was named the 7th most dangerous airports in the world due to it’s short runway(don’t let that put you off)!  You can get taken up in helicopter and get views of Mont Blanc and the Alps from above.

3. Sledging

Sledging is one of our favourite activities in Courchevel after the pistes close – for both families and friends.

There has long been a fast and fun sledge run between Courchevel 1850 and 1550. Head up the Grangettes gondola in 1550 (which is free after the pistes close), and from the base of 1850 you head down a windy track through the woods back down to 1550. It’s free to use, you just need to rent a sledge for approximately €5.

However just a couple years ago, Courchevel 1650 added in their own sledge run which is some fierce competition for the old one – it’s longer and faster! The sledging winds from the top of Ariondaz gondola, through tunnels and around bends as it heads down to the base of resort. Helmets must be worn because you can get some speed on this one! It’s approximately €10 per person, which includes your sledge.

 

4. Indiens Teepee in 1650

Perfect for tiny tots is the Indiens park in Courchevel 1650. This is located just above the Ariondaz gondola (moved from it’s previous location), and is a fun activity to break up a day’s skiing. Also a chance for little ones to rest their legs for a bit. Head into the teepee and try on a traditional headdress, get your face painted, sing some songs and play the drums. The big kids can get a vin chaud inside to keep them warm whilst the kids play.

5. Family Fun Park

Right in the centre of Courchevel 1850 is the Family Fun Park. Younger kids can have a race on the skier cross, play in the igloo or give the tubing jump a go (landing safely on an airbag). Bigger kids can try out the green and blue graded boxes and jumps scattered throughout the park. You might end up looping this over and over for those who enjoy the features that add a little more interest to a day’s skiing.

6. Verdons By Night

Ever wanted to ski in the dark? Okay, not total darkness… On Wednesday evenings Courchevel opens Verdons gondola and the aforementioned Family Fun Park for night skiing. The park is totally lit up and they usually have music on, providing a nice atmosphere. It’s a fun and different experience and definitely one worth doing. It’s also a great time to ski without any queues or hardly any other skiers around. You don’t need to be an advanced skier to take advantage of this as the green run is the main piste open.

 

7. Skidoo

Take the opportunity to try out Courchevel’s snowmobiles. Available any day of the evening you can rent the snowmobiles and go for an adventure with a guide. You can also take passengers from age 8. Definitely one for the thrill-seekers.

8. Stay in a Refuge

For the more adventurous, there is the option to stay in a mountain refuge. Although this take a bit of organising, it’s an experience to be remembered. Scattered around the off-piste areas of resort, you’ll find tiny mountain refuges where you can spend an evening. Some are manned where dinner will be cooked for you, however many are unmanned and it’s up to you to show up with food. They’re fully equipped with cooking equipment and logs to stoke the fire. Although it will be a trek to get in and get out, if you’re after a bit of serenity tucked away in the mountains – this is where you should head.

9. Ice Skating, Bowling & Rock Climbing

Located inside Le Forum in Courchevel 1850 you will find a handful of shops and restaurants, as well as some activities for non-skiers in your group. There is a large ice skating rink where you can take figure skating lessons, and where they often have events on. On the base floor there is a climbing wall – although it’s not always open so be sure to check that beforehand. And there is a trendy bowling alley which has a bar inside and often has music on at night.

10. See What’s On

Head to the tourist office when you’re in resort and see what’s happening that week. Every single week throughout winter the resort has a variety of special events going on. These can be anything from figure skating shows, ice hockey matches, fireworks displays, torchlight descents, and much, much more.

Amongst all this, you of course have a plethora of ski terrain to keep you busy each day, and loads of restaurants and bars to check out each evening. You won’t be hard-pressed for activities in Courchevel to keep you busy.