Gliding down in Courchevel, on the largest white carpet in the world
In Courchevel, the largest white carpet in the world is opening its slopes to skiers starting the 18th of December. Rendezvous in this paradise of gliding!
At the heart of the Savoyard 3 Valleys, this upscale Winter sports resort hosts a wide array of stars as soon as it opens for the season. "Courch" offers all the pleasures to fans seeking luxury and refinement, high up there in the mountains. Under an imperial blue sky, the ski slopes are scattered along the greatest skiable domain in the world, while also sheltering dream-like palaces, glamour boutiques and star-studded tables.
A great white carpet on the slopes of Courchevel
The strong moments of the 2018-2019 season follow the rhythm of special events: the Dali exhibition at the Sommet, The World Cup of Women's Alpine Skiing and the International Festival of Pyrotechnical Art. This elegant altitude town features 150 km of ski slopes, including 8 red ones. Surf, sled, Ride, Snowpark, Ski Cross or Fat Bike—there are many ways to enjoy its long white coat, for beginners as well as experts.
The skiable domain offers the possibility of going from one resort to another, at the heart of the French and Italian Alps. © Patrice Mestari
To ski down the slopes without dealing with the crowds, climb up to the Aiguille du Fruit, it culminates at 3051 meters. © David André
The Croisette on Snow
In Courchevel, the rendezvous point of skiers is called… La Croisette. Here, exterior signs of wealth are displayed without any complexes and the official languages are French, English, Russian, Arabic, Hebrew, Spanish, Italian—welcome rhymes with art of living. So don't resist the temptation to be part of the club during your next holidays on the snowy slopes…
Between 2 outings, you will discover deluxe chalets that will make you feel like investing in mountain real-estate. © David André
Staying there
At the Hôtel l'Apogée. Located in the chic Jardin Alpin district, this snow palace offers the very best amenities in all its 53 bedrooms as well as its penthouse—gourmets will be delighted by the 2 restaurants concocting Japanese or traditional culinary savours. www.oetkercollection.com
Dip into this delighful jacuzzi, facing a grandiose landscape, but don't forget to ask for champagne… © DR
Watching the stars, in Courchevel
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