Courchevel Winter 2025-2026: What's New
Courchevel Winter 2025-2026: The Ultimate Guide to What's New for Your Stay
Welcome to the Avila Courchevel Tourist Portal, your reference for planning an unforgettable stay in the heart of the Alps. For the 2025-2026 winter season, Courchevel unveils an avalanche of new features: modern infrastructure, premium experiences, prestigious accommodations and major international sporting events.
Designed for tourists seeking escape, comfort and authentic emotions, this guide accompanies you step by step to discover everything that will make your stay in Courchevel an exceptional experience.
Whether you come for skiing, gastronomy, wellness or simply to enjoy magnificent landscapes, let yourself be inspired by our exclusive selection from Avila Courchevel.
New Les Chenus Cable Car: A Modern, Sustainable and Ultra-Comfortable Lift
After 55 years of loyal service, the legendary Les Chenus cable car has been reinvented to offer a smoother, more comfortable and environmentally friendly experience. This new POMA equipment marks a major turning point for Courchevel 1850.
With its 10-person EVO 2 cabins, capacity doubles to reach 2,400 people per hour. No more endless queues: access to the summits becomes fast, pleasant and quiet. The departure station, now positioned on the snow front, simplifies flows and lightens the Verdons area.
On the sustainable development front, the resort is making a strong statement with:
- 336 m² of solar panels installed at the arrival station
- 750 m³ of rainwater collected each year
- 11 pylons instead of 15, reducing landscape impact
- 8% energy savings
At the summit, a friendly packed-lunch room, modern facilities and an optimized logistics area help reduce the use of snowmobiles. The result? A cleaner, more beautiful, more responsible mountain.
Prestigious Accommodations in Courchevel: Luxury, Design and Art of Living
LE CARLINA: THE ART OF LIVING AT THE TOP
Just a stone's throw from La Croisette, Le Carlina offers direct access to the slopes and the largest ski area in the world. This historic 5* hotel elegantly combines Savoyard charm with contemporary comfort.
Enjoy exceptional views from your rooms and suites. From the morning buffet to the Carlibar, open until 11 p.m., every moment is an invitation to relax. In the evening, chef Sonia Dekmous revisits Savoyard classics at the C'1850 gourmet restaurant.
The wellness area with swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi offers a moment of pure serenity. Clefs d'Or concierge service and 24-hour room service complete this refined experience.
The Carlina embodies discreet alpine luxury and is a must-visit address in Courchevel.
Hôtel Maya: Japanese Elegance and Alpine Refinement
The highly anticipated Hôtel Maya opens its doors with 14 rooms and suites designed as true cocoons of serenity. Inspired by Japanese aesthetics, the establishment combines blue-gray or orange tones, works by Takashi Murakami and Lalique objects.
Each space offers a spectacular view of Courchevel or the snow-covered peaks. The service is entirely personalized: concierge, private driver, ski equipment rental, Forlle'd wellness treatments and exclusive dining for Lalique suites.
A confidential address for those seeking discreet and emotional luxury.
Atmosphère 1850: The Freedom of an Apartment, the Service of a Palace
Scheduled for December 2025, Atmosphère 1850 redefines the concept of upscale hotel residences. With 18 elegant apartments accommodating up to 8 people, this place combines intimacy, comfort and exceptional panoramas.
Its 600 m² wellness area with a 22-meter indoor pool, sauna, hammam and fitness studios is a true invitation to let go. A gourmet restaurant completes the experience with creative and contemporary alpine cuisine.
Courchevel Moriond: Exclusive Lodges and Reimagined Chalet Spirit
Steamboat Lodge
Just 30 meters from the slopes, these upscale lodges offer areas ranging from 60 to 242 m², with 2 to 7 bedrooms. Each residence combines noble materials, personalized decoration and five-star services: spa, pool, ski room, concierge and restaurant.
Sundance Lodge
Located in the heart of Moriond, Sundance Lodge offers a warm atmosphere combined with premium services. Perfect for enjoying the mountains in complete privacy, with the comfort of an integrated luxury hotel.
Gastronomy in Courchevel: A Starred and Bold Season
Baumanière 1850: Two Michelin Stars
Restaurant Baumanière 1850 earns its second star, confirming its excellence. Chef Thomas Prod'homme offers emotional cuisine, balanced between alpine tradition and Provençal influences.
His signature dish "Childhood Memory," blending homemade farfalle, Savoie tomme cheese and sot-l'y-laisse, embodies sincere, generous and refined gastronomy.
MayaBay: Elegant Asian Escape
Between Japan and Thailand, MayaBay charms with its zen atmosphere and sophisticated menu. The lounge bar becomes a warm hideaway for savoring original cocktails after skiing.
Le Beefbar at L'Apogée 1850
This world-renowned concept revisits the steakhouse spirit with exceptional meats and contemporary design. A sophisticated dining experience that's already making waves.
La Bokka: Festive Italy
In Courchevel Moriond, La Bokka blends Italian gastronomy with DJ ambiance for convivial and lively evenings, also offering takeaway to enjoy at home.
New Features on the Slopes: Skiing, Fun and Accessibility
Modernized Children's Garden
The old gondolas give way to three secured conveyor belts for gentle learning, perfect for the youngest.
Lac Bleu Rope Tow
No more unnecessary effort: this new equipment facilitates connections and optimizes time spent skiing.
New Pralinette Slope
An ideal green run for beginners and families, it replaces the former Carabosse area with a gentle and reassuring version.
Canyon de Yepa and Carabosse Area
These revamped fun zones offer an immersive and amusing experience for young and old alike, with themed décor, banked turns and fun modules.
Relaxation Areas and Exceptional Panoramas
At the summit of Les Chenus, a new packed-lunch room allows comfortable rest. At La Saulire, the Hublot terrace offers a spectacular viewpoint over Mont-Blanc and Vanoise, perfect for a contemplative break.
The Western Ski Park becomes a family-friendly place par excellence, conducive to relaxation and learning.
Additionally, Courchevel's brand new Pump Track, inaugurated in October 2025 right next to Aquamotion's green roof, offers additional space dedicated to urban sliding sports and bikes for all ages: perfect for varying your off-ski pleasures and adding a fun touch to your stay.
Major Winter Sports Events 2025-2026
Courchevel establishes itself as an international stage with prestigious competitions:
- Women's Alpine Skiing World Cup – December 16, 2025
- Ski Mountaineering World Cup – January 15 & 16, 2026
- Men's World Cup – March 14 and 15, 2026
In Val Thorens, the Freeride World Tour and Ski Cross World Cup promise adrenaline and spectacle. Méribel will also host the Paralympic World Cup, celebrating performance and inclusion.
Courchevel Celebrates its 80th Anniversary: A Memorable Anniversary Season
Founded in 1946, Courchevel is preparing a series of festive events to mark its 80th anniversary. Between tribute to its heritage, cultural activities and surprises, the resort will honor its visionary spirit and worldwide recognized excellence.
In Summary
Courchevel winter 2025-2026 embodies more than ever the perfect alliance between modernity, authenticity and refinement. From reinvented slopes to starred restaurants, through prestigious accommodations and grand events, the resort promises you a season rich in emotions.
Whether you come to ski, relax or simply experience the rhythm of the Alps, Courchevel welcomes you with warmth, elegance and excellence. And believe us... this winter, the mountain has never been more inspiring