Courchevel

Courchevel: Peaks & Heritage

Explore the cultural and natural landscape of Courchevel, from its 1992 Olympic legacy at the Tremplins du Praz ski jumps to its high-altitude alpine terrain. This selection includes the historic Église Saint-Bon and modernist architecture like Chalet Lang, designed by Denys Pradelle in 1950. Natural landmarks feature the white gypsum slopes of Petit Mont Blanc, the panoramic Saulire peak, and the remote alpine waters of Lac Merlet and Lac du Pêtre.

Église Saint-Bon

Historic Catholic church located in the original village of Saint-Bon-Tarentaise, representing the traditional religious heritage of the Savoie region.

Chalet Lang

Modernist chalet designed by architect Denys Pradelle in 1950, located on Rue de Bellecote. It is recognized as a significant piece of regional mountain architecture.

Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Assomption

Traditional Catholic chapel situated in the commune of Saint-Bon-Tarentaise, part of the local religious heritage.

Tremplin Olympique HS 132

Large Olympic-size ski jump used during the 1992 Albertville Winter Games, featuring a hill size of 132 meters.

Tremplin Olympique HS 96

Normal-sized Olympic ski jump with a hill size of 96 meters, part of the 1992 Winter Olympics infrastructure.

Tremplins du Praz

Winter sports complex featuring several ski jumps, known for hosting the ski jumping and Nordic combined events during the 1992 Winter Olympics.

Petit Mont Blanc

A 2,677-meter peak known for its distinctive white gypsum rock formations and panoramic views of the Vanoise National Park.

Saulire

A prominent 2,738-meter peak serving as the main connection point between the Courchevel and Méribel valleys.

Lac Merlet Supérieur

High-altitude alpine lake located within the Vanoise National Park, situated above Lac Merlet Inférieur.

Lac Merlet Inférieur

Alpine lake located in the Vanoise National Park, part of the Merlet lake duo.

Chalet Joliot-Curie

A protected heritage site and historic chalet reflecting the mid-20th-century architectural development of the resort.

Lac du Pêtre

High-altitude lake situated in the alpine terrain near the Merlet lakes.