Bluebird day and snow views in Courchevel

Snow Report 16th Feb 2023, Courchevel Region

Imprint: By Caro Blackwell, Updated 10 June 2026

Not much has changed since last week, so keep doing those snow dances! We've had another week of dry and sunny weather thanks to a high pressure system over central Europe. It's been milder than last week, which is great for enjoying the mountain restaurants and sunny terraces, but not so great for the quality of the snow.

The high pressure system is moving and weakening, so we can expect slightly colder temperatures and some clouds rolling in. There's a chance of precipitation on Sunday, with the freezing level in Courchevel at around 2000 metres.

Skiing conditions on groomed slopes are good, and shaded pistes above 2400m have decent off-piste conditions. However, the sun and wind have created some hard and crusty surfaces, with icy conditions in the mornings. The avalanche risk is a moderate 2 throughout the Alps, and may go down to a rating of 1 as the snowpack diminishes.
It's hard to predict too far ahead, but there are promising signs of a high pressure system over the UK pushing cold air towards the Alps. This could bring some snow towards the end of next week, with current predictions showing a fairly reasonable amount of snow on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, and into Friday.

Great team Whitestorm photo above out on the pistes in Courchevel today.

Busy slopes this week!

We’re still in the middle of the school holidays here, so the slopes are busier and we must be mindful to ski safely and be aware of those around us.

We’re never too experienced to remind ourselves of The ten FIS (International Ski Federation) rules of ski safety, please read here.

To make the most of your time on the slopes, here are a few tips.

To steer clear of the crowds, aim to ski during the off-peak hours of 9-10am, 12-2pm and 4-5pm when the mountain tends to be less busy.
Be mindful of the ski school hotspots, meeting times and places and plan your route accordingly. If you must ski in these areas, try to do so at different times than the ski schools.
Make sure you and your children have sunscreen and sunglasses - you’re in for a mainly sunny week!
Make the most of your half-term week by exploring all the additional activities and exciting fun events available in the resort.
Be sure to catch the torchlight descents and fireworks displays.

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Updates

If you head to the bottom of this page, you can see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams, real time photos from Courchevel. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday, so check back in with us to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast each week.

We need you!
If you're in Courchevel this week, we want to see your images, especially videos, of what you've been up to. So when you post to Facebook or Instagram, please tag us @SeeCourchevel #seecourchevel. Every week, we'll be posting our favourite videos and images here and sharing on our social media, along with our weekly resort snow report.

Have a great time out there, we’ll see you on the piste!

Ski Hire in Courchevel

Ski Hire Mobile Delivery

Location
Courchevel 1550

They operate three ski hire shops in Courchevel and offer a mobile delivery service throughout Courchevel and La Tania, making it easy and stress-free to get your equipment wherever you are staying.
Ski Service Chamois

Location
Courchevel 1850

Want to rent skis or snowboards in Courchevel? Just visit the Skiset Ski Service Chamois store!
Moriond

Location
Courchevel 1650

This snowboard and ski rental shop is situated in the centre of resort, just past the Cinema and close to the Maeva Residence.
White Storm 1300

Location
Courchevel 1300

Specialising in ski and snowboard hire in Courchevel Le Praz, they offer high-quality rental equipment.
Home delivery & fitting service

Location
Meribel

Rent your equipment the easy way! This company delivers and fits your skis or snowboards at your accommodation, so there’s no need to traipse to the shop after a long journey.
Cristal de Roche

Location
Courchevel 1850

Rent Skis & Snowboards Close to the Hôtel Au Rond Point des Pistes. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!

Ski Schools in Courchevel

Private ski lessons

This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
Group ski lessons

Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in Courchevel and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
Private ski lessons

Backed by more than 30 years of excellence teaching across the French Alps, their mission is to transform your time on snow into something unforgettable.
Group ski lessons

This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
Private ski lessons

Parallel Lines is Meribel’s biggest British Ski and Snowboard School, offering private lessons in La Tania and Courchevel tailor-made to focus on developing your skiing/snowboarding technique.
Private ski lessons

Run by an Anglo-French team since 2001, this ski school knows the Three Valleys inside out. Their highly qualified, multilingual instructors specialise in tailor-made lessons designed to suit every skier or snowboarder.

Airport Transfers in Courchevel

Private and shared airport transfers

This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to Courchevel. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
Shared bus airport transfers

A key booking portal for local coach and bus transfers in the French ski resorts. Using this service to coordinate your travel means getting to resort could not be easier.
Private airport transfers

Enjoy safe, reliable airport transfers to Méribel, Courchevel, and the wider Three Valleys, taking the stress out of your journey to the mountains. This service isn’t a call centre or a fleet - it’s a network of independent, owner-operated drivers who live and work in the Alps year-round, bringing decades of local knowledge and experience to every trip.
Private airport transfers

This company provides private transfers from Geneva Airport to Courchevel, nearby areas, and other resorts across the Alps. With excellent value and top-quality service, they’re an ideal choice for your next trip.
Private and shared airport transfers

Helping holidaymakers enjoy seamless airport transfers since 2008. From prompt and professional drivers, to stylish and well-maintained vehicles. A journey with them is more than just a transfer. Their aim is to ensure all their customers travel in comfort and with confidence.
Private airport transfers

The team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.

Winter Things To Do in Courchevel

See our Activity Guide

Helicopter tours

Location
Bourg-Saint-Maurice

A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
Heliskiing/boarding

For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
Snow shoe walks

Location
Courchevel 1850

Laurence is a certified mountain leader, who enjoys taking clients away from the busy pistes and spicing up your ski holiday with a guided snowshoeing trip.
Bureau des Guides winter and summer activities

Location
Courchevel 1850

Head out into the mountains with experienced guides in either summer or winter for some amazing experiences.
Ice Skating rink

Location
Courchevel 1850

Located in the centre of Courchevel 1850 is the indoor ice skating rink.