Season: Dec - May
Average Snowfall: 14m
Elevation: 1850m above sea level
Ski Runs: 27 Green, 44 Blue, 38 Red, 10 Black
Total Piste: 260km
Off Piste Skiing: Yes
Ski Park: Yes
Tourist Office: www.courchevel.com
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Courchevel has it all, one of the toughest black runs in France, a great apres scene and the chance to ski with the stars! It's no wonder so many people want to get a sk job here.
The resort is the most eastern one of the Three Valleys.and consists of 4 satellite villages. Each of the villages has their own atmosphere, Le Praz is a traditional village, Courchevel 1550 is more family orientated, Courchevel 1650 is known for it's apres ski, and Courchevel 1850 is the most exclusive.
Working in Courchevel 1850 you may get to see the likes of Prince William, Kate Middleton, the Beckham's, as well as A list Hollwood stars like George Clooney on the slopes. As you can imagine from the clientele, Courchevel 1850 isn't a cheap resort, but if you're looking for fine dining, you'll be spoilt for choice!
Courchevel 1650 is where you'll probably end up on a night out, which has plenty of bars to hit in the evening including Le Bubble at the bottom of the piste. For a late night you can also check out Le Kalico, a night club with an emphasis on live bands, shooters and partying. Just remember to easy if you have work the next morning!
Find out more about living, working and skiing in Courchevel.
Courchevel - A Guide to the Resort
Courchevel Piste Guide
Skiing in Courchevel
GoPro HD Ski COURCHEVEL
Courchevel - Boarding 2012
Courchevel 1850, Tourist Office Official Video
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