Mountain activities in Courchevel

Alpine Peaks & Via Ferrata

This collection covers the high-altitude terrain of Courchevel, focusing on technical via ferrata routes and prominent summits within the Vanoise Massif. It includes the challenging Croix des Verdons, one of the highest via ferratas in the French Alps, and the geologically distinct Petit Mont Blanc. For active recovery, the list features Aquamotion, Europe’s largest mountain aquatic center, alongside classic peaks like the 3,051-meter Aiguille du Fruit and the gypsum-rich Dent du Villard.

Via Ferrata Lac de la Rosière

A 600-meter route graded AD (Assez Difficile) featuring a 65-meter Himalayan bridge suspended over the turquoise waters of the lake.

Via Ferrata Le Panoramic

A technical high-altitude route graded D (Difficile) located near the Saulire summit, offering vertical sections and views across the Tarentaise Valley.

Via Ferrata La Croix des Verdons: Le Curé

One of the highest via ferrata routes in France, reaching an altitude of 2,739 meters with exposed ridges and vertical climbs.

Via Cavo Del Mey

A technical climbing route located in the high-altitude sector of the Three Valleys.

Petit Mont Blanc

A 2,677-meter peak characterized by its white gypsum slopes and location on the edge of the Vanoise National Park.

Aquamotion

An aquatic complex featuring an indoor surfing wave, an 11-meter climbing wall, and multiple swimming pools located between Courchevel Village and Moriond.

Dent de Burgin

A 2,739-meter limestone peak situated on the ridge separating the Courchevel and Méribel valleys.

Saulire

A 2,738-meter summit serving as the primary mountain link between the Courchevel and Méribel ski areas.

Dent du Villard

A 2,284-meter peak known for its unique gypsum geology, featuring numerous sinkholes and diverse alpine flora.

Aiguille du Fruit

The highest peak in the Courchevel valley at 3,051 meters, located within the protected Vanoise National Park.

Aiguille du Rateau

A 3,044-meter summit in the Vanoise Massif, accessible via technical alpine hiking routes.

Aiguille de Chanrossa

A 3,044-meter peak marking the boundary between the Courchevel valley and the Pralognan-la-Vanoise sector.

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