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Why book a family ski holiday in Courchevel

Bring your children on a ski holiday to Courchevel

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By Tracy Wise, Updated

Here's why we recommend Courchevel as a family destination.

Travelling anywhere with children can be challenging, and in a ski resort it can be doubly so with things like lift passes, equipment hire and ski lessons to arrange (never mind hats, gloves, snotty noses and the rest...!). Courchevel is a family-friendly resort that makes all these things as easy as possible.

Great family accommodation

The choice of hotels and rental accommodation in Courchevel is vast. From five-star luxury with every service and facility considered, to a self-catered home from home, Courchevel offers top quality accommodation with services for families. Some come with spas and swimming pools all under one roof - great for a quick après-swim with those children still needing to burn off some energy before dinner. 

Towns & Villages in Courchevel

The resort has worked hard to become a part of the officially recognised Famille Plus scheme, bestowed only on those resorts and destinations that go out of their way to cater to families and children. They provide activities, services, entertainment and prices throughout resort favourable to those holidaying with kids in tow.

Courchevel operates a great free bus service every day throughout the winter season that connects all the villages. A bus service operates around resort from 07:00 right through until 02:00, running every 30 minutes.

Ski Hire in Courchevel

As a resort popular with families you are guaranteed an excellent range of skis and snowboards for all ages of children in the rental shops throughout the resort. The ski techs will help you all find what you need from beginner skis up to the top of the range.

And once you're all kitted out, Courchevel has some of the best long, cruisy green and blue runs that are excellent for young children to find their ski legs and are also enjoyable for adults to ski too. Plus Courchevel offers favourable lift pass prices to families, making valuable savings.

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Ski Schools in Courchevel

The tuition available in Courchevel is truly brilliant. You'll find ski schools offer lessons for little ones, integrated with games to keep things fun whilst they learn.

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Airport Transfers in Courchevel

When travelling with children, short transfers to resort are a must and Courchevel has good transport links to the main airports. Geneva is only just over an hour away from the resort.

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Nightlife in Courchevel

The restaurants and bars here are generally very down-to-earth and child-friendly, making them good for taking children out in the early evening. Most establishments have wifi so you can get online with iPads and games consoles if required - especially useful for keeping the teens who've tagged along occupied. Many have a children’s menu, high chairs for your convenience, and families are always made welcome.

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Things to do in Courchevel

Courchevel offers plenty of family-friendly activities beyond skiing. Le Forum features an arcade, bowling, climbing wall and ice rink, while La Tania hosts children's events. The Family Park, Western Ski Park and dedicated luge runs provide snow fun for all ages. On non-ski days, enjoy the leisure centre or Aquamotion, with pools, slides, jacuzzis and a children's play area.

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Latest News & Reviews

Find out all about what is happening in the Courchevel area and how to make the most of your time here. The latest news, reviews of fun activities, current events and the trendiest restaurants, as well as interviews with leading locals, insider's guides and our top choices for things to do, see and experience in the region. Plus, during the winter season, our famous snow reports and dump alerts all in the same place.

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Upcoming Events

There are loads of events in Courchevel and the 3 Valleys year round. From quirky local events to large scale sporting spectacles, there is always something worth visiting. Every February, the spectacular International Festival of Pyrotechnic Art comes to resort. Summer highlights include the Courchevel Air Show, the 3 Vallées VTT mountain bike event and the occasional stage of the Tour de France.

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