Where to stay in Courchevel: which village to choose?
Where to stay in Courchevel, when the resort has six villages? Courchevel 1850, Moriond, Village, Le Praz, La Tania and Saint-Bon differ in both altitude and atmosphere, and your choice also changes how you arrive.
Courchevel has six villages. The resort describes Courchevel 1850 as its lively heart, Moriond and La Tania as family-friendly, Courchevel Village as peaceful and Le Praz as the historic village, around its lake. Four altitudes are published, from about 1,100 m at Saint-Bon to 1,550 m at Village; free shuttles link the villages.
How many villages does Courchevel have?
Six, under their official names: Courchevel 1850, Courchevel Moriond, Courchevel Village, Courchevel Le Praz, Courchevel La Tania and Courchevel Saint-Bon. Two have changed their names: Moriond used to be called Courchevel 1650, and Courchevel Village used to be called Courchevel 1550. The villages are linked by road and, in season, by shuttles. For winter 2026-2027, the resort announces an opening from 4 December 2026 to 18 April 2027.
The official website describes each village in its own words; we summarise them below, with the altitude where it is published. The last column is our reading, not the resort's.
| Village | Published altitude | According to the resort | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courchevel 1850 | Not published | Historic and symbolic heart, lively atmosphere, direct access to the ski area, luxury boutiques mainly on rue de la Croisette | Those who want the grand hotels, the boutiques and the buzz within walking distance |
| Courchevel Moriond (formerly 1650) | Not published | Wide sunny balcony, lively and relaxed atmosphere, direct access to the ski area, offer designed for families | Families who want to ski close to their accommodation |
| Courchevel Village (formerly 1550) | 1,550 m | Peaceful atmosphere, direct access to the ski area | Peace and quiet, without giving up access to the slopes |
| Courchevel Le Praz | 1,300 m | Historic village built around its lake and bell tower, direct access to the ski area | The charm of a village, in winter as in summer |
| Courchevel La Tania | 1,400 m | Village in a forest clearing, calm and family atmosphere, linked to the ski area and the 3 Vallées | Families who prefer the forest and tranquillity |
| Courchevel Saint-Bon | About 1,100 to 1,150 m | The resort's original village, mountain-town atmosphere, free shuttles to the other villages | Those who love mountain villages and do not mind taking the shuttle |
What is the altitude of Courchevel 1850?
The resort does not publish it. The name “1850” is historical: it is not a measurement, and the village's official page gives no altitude figure, any more than Moriond's does. The only published altitudes are those of Courchevel Village (1,550 m), La Tania (1,400 m), Le Praz (1,300 m) and Saint-Bon (around 1,100 to 1,150 m). Be wary of precise figures given elsewhere for 1850 or Moriond: we found no official source to confirm them.
Courchevel 1850: who is it for?
For those who want to be at the centre of everything. The resort presents 1850 as its historic and symbolic heart, with a lively atmosphere and direct access to the ski area. Luxury boutiques are concentrated mainly on rue de la Croisette, near the grand hotels and the foot of the slopes. If you are looking above all for tranquillity, other villages are better suited.
Beware of shortcuts: the official website also calls Le Praz a historic village, and presents Saint-Bon as the original village, where the first hotel opened in 1908. The word “historic” is therefore not enough to tell the villages apart.
Moriond or La Tania: which village for families?
The resort highlights these two villages. Courchevel Moriond sits on a wide, naturally sunny balcony, with a lively and relaxed atmosphere, direct access to the ski area and an offer designed for family stays; free shuttles link it to the other villages. Courchevel La Tania, at 1,400 m, lies in a forest clearing, with a calm, family character, and is directly linked to the Courchevel ski area as well as to the 3 Vallées.
In both cases, ask your accommodation for the exact distance to the slopes and to the children's ski school: direct access to the ski area does not mean that every chalet is ski-in, ski-out. For the journey itself, see our guide to a 3 Vallées family ski holiday.
Village, Le Praz or Saint-Bon: where can you find peace and quiet?
Courchevel Village, at 1,550 m, is described as peaceful, with direct access to the ski area; lifts and free shuttles link it to the other villages. Courchevel Le Praz, at 1,300 m, is built around its lake and bell tower, also with direct access to the ski area, and its free shuttles run all year round. Courchevel Saint-Bon, around 1,100 to 1,150 m, has the atmosphere of a mountain town; free, regular shuttles link it to the rest of the resort.
How do you get around between the villages without a car?
Courchevel's free shuttles run in winter as in summer. They serve all the villages as well as neighbouring hamlets, with extra services during major events. For timetables, the resort refers to its shuttle information line (04 79 28 19 99) and to the “Mobilité Courchevel” app; the timetable for winter 2026-2027 should be checked on the resort's website at the time of your stay.
So-called “intervillage” gondolas, included in most ski passes, complete the network. Last winter (2025-2026), the Le Praz and Grangettes gondolas ran from 7:30 to 23:30, and the Jardin Alpin gondola from 8:35 to 19:10; the 2026-2027 timetables have not yet been published. By car, parking is paid at the meter in the streets and outdoor car parks, or in the municipality's covered car parks.
For dinner in another village or an evening out, a chauffeur can also remain at your disposal during your stay: see our hourly chauffeur service.
Does the village you choose change your transfer from Geneva?
A little. All the villages can be reached by road, and the resort announces about 30 minutes between Moûtiers and Courchevel; the exact time then depends on the village and the address. The name “Courchevel” is therefore not enough: when booking, give the village and the precise address of the chalet or hotel. By coach or shared shuttle, check which stop is served, then allow for the free shuttle to your accommodation.
Our Geneva – Courchevel transfer serves all the villages, on quotation, with a fixed price given before booking. Your chauffeur waits for you with a name sign in the arrivals hall at Geneva Airport and drops you at your door when the road is accessible. To compare with the coach, the train or the helicopter, read how to get from Geneva to Courchevel. Leaving from Paris? See our Paris – Courchevel route.
On quotation: you receive a fixed price before you book, with a bilingual chauffeur (French and English) and no night or weekend surcharge.
Frequently asked questions
Which altitudes does the resort publish for its villages?
Courchevel Village 1,550 m, La Tania 1,400 m, Le Praz 1,300 m and Saint-Bon around 1,100 to 1,150 m. No altitude figure is published for Courchevel 1850 or for Moriond.
Has Courchevel 1650 become Moriond?
Yes. The official website presents Courchevel Moriond as the former “Courchevel 1650”, just as Courchevel Village used to be called Courchevel 1550.
Which Courchevel village is best for a family?
The resort presents Moriond as designed for family stays and La Tania as calm and family-friendly. Check with your accommodation the distance to the slopes and to the ski school.
Do you have to pay for the shuttles between the villages?
No: Courchevel's shuttles are free, in winter as in summer, and serve all the villages. The intervillage gondolas are included in most ski passes.
Which is Courchevel's historic village?
The official website uses the word for two villages: Courchevel 1850, “historic and symbolic heart”, and Le Praz, “historic village”. It also presents Saint-Bon as the original village, where the first hotel opened in 1908.
Do you serve all the villages from Geneva Airport?
Yes, on quotation, to the address of your chalet or hotel when the road is accessible. Specify the village and the exact address when booking.
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Sources
- Our villages (Courchevel Tourisme)
- Courchevel 1850 (Courchevel Tourisme)
- Courchevel Moriond (Courchevel Tourisme)
- Courchevel Village (Courchevel Tourisme)
- Courchevel Le Praz (Courchevel Tourisme)
- Courchevel La Tania (Courchevel Tourisme)
- Courchevel Saint-Bon (Courchevel Tourisme)
- Getting around Courchevel: free shuttles (Courchevel Tourisme)
- Urban cable transport, winter 2025-2026 timetables (Courchevel town hall)
- Parking (Courchevel town hall)
- Getting to Courchevel: 2026-2027 season and access from Moûtiers (Courchevel Tourisme)
Prices and timetables of other means of transport may change: check the official websites before you travel.
Prices and information checked in November 2026 · Updated 6 November 2026.
Written by the Aura Chauffeur team, private chauffeurs in Paris.