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What to do in Courchevel beyond skiing

Sledging, a wave pool, an ice rink, walks, snowshoes or a paragliding flight: the activities the tourist office lists across the villages, with when and how.

My Luxury Collections editorial team · Published 30 October 2026 · 2 min read

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There is more to Courchevel than its slopes. The activities below are listed by the tourist office; some are open to all, others are booked with an independent provider. The periods given are those published on 30 October 2026: check them before you go.

With the family, without skis

  • Sledging run from Courchevel 1850 to the Village

    Open access

    About 2 km, fully floodlit, by day and by night. Wearing a helmet is strongly recommended.

    Where
    Courchevel 1850 → Courchevel Village
    When
    Winter
    Who for
    Families

    Official website

  • Moriond Racing and children’s sledging areas

    Open access

    A sledging run of about 3 km in Moriond; areas for younger children in 1850 and La Tania. Safety rules are published by the tourist office.

    Where
    Moriond, 1850 and La Tania
    When
    Winter
    Who for
    Families

    Official website

  • Aquamotion

    Open access

    Pools, slides, an indoor surf wave, climbing and a wellness area. Online booking on the resort’s website.

    Where
    Courchevel Village
    When
    5 December 2026 to 18 April 2027, daily 10 am to 8 pm; Wednesday to Sunday from 17 October to 4 December 2026
    Who for
    From 6 months; free for children under 5

    Official website

  • Forum ice rink

    Open access

    Skating, shows, hockey matches and ice karting. Online booking through the tourist office.

    Where
    Courchevel 1850
    When
    Winter and summer

    Official website

On foot and on snowshoes

  • Jardin Alpin loop

    Open access

    About 1 km and 40 m of ascent, around thirty minutes. Free; closed outside ski area opening hours.

    Where
    Courchevel 1850, from the second station of the Jardin Alpin gondola
    When
    1 December to 30 April, depending on snow
    Who for
    Suitable for children

    Official website

  • Balcony paths from 1850 to the Village

    Open access

    An easy route of about 1 hour 30. Free.

    Where
    Courchevel 1850 → Courchevel Village, via the Plan du Vah
    When
    1 December to 30 April, depending on snow

    Official website

  • Pedestrian pass

    Open access

    Gives access to some lifts, summits and mountain restaurants; ski runs remain off-limits to pedestrians.

    Where
    Ski area
    When
    Winter season

    Official website

  • Guided snowshoeing

    With an independent provider

    Outings for several levels, with a private guide possible, with the provider listed by the tourist office.

    Where
    Courchevel 1850 and Moriond
    When
    Winter 2026-2027

    Official website

  • Dog sledding

    With an independent provider

    Day and evening rides, booked directly with the providers listed by the tourist office.

    Where
    Courchevel 1850 and Moriond
    When
    Winter

    Official website

In the air

  • Tandem paragliding and hot-air balloon

    With an independent provider

    Several tandem paragliding providers are listed, as well as a sunrise hot-air balloon flight from the altiport. Minimum age and conditions vary by provider.

    Where
    Courchevel 1850, Le Praz and the Village
    When
    Depending on the provider, some all year round

    Official website

  • Le Praz Olympic ski jumps

    With an independent provider

    The tourist office mentions trying the 10 m and 25 m jumps with an instructor, on information from the French ski school; arrangements are not published.

    Where
    Courchevel Le Praz
    When
    Winter

    Official website

In summer

  • Lac du Praz

    Open access

    Supervised swimming, a pontoon and picnic areas. Free.

    Where
    Courchevel Le Praz, rue du Lac
    When
    Summer, July and August (exact 2027 dates to be checked)
    Who for
    Families

    Official website

My Luxury Collections does not run these activities. If you would like to plan one during your stay, mention it in your enquiry and we will tell you what is possible.

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