Courchevel is a ski resort for the rich, or rather, for the Russian oligarchs and those in power. This is the main idea that arises at the mention of Courchevel among the people. However, is this true? The 8 most popular myths about the resort will help us to learn the whole truth about Courchevel.
1. Courchevel - a resort of "cosmic" prices
French ski resort is considered one of the most expensive. They say that everything in Courchevel, including accommodation, food and shopping, is worth the fabulous money. However, it is worth mentioning that there are quite reasonable prices. A pleasant vacation in the mountains can be obtained for 1500 thousand euros per person for 10 days.
2. Only rich people can stay in Courchevel hotels.
Another myth. There are lots of discounts at the resort. When booking a hotel room in advance, it will cost 120 euros a day, and if you go to Courchevel by a large company, you can rent a chalet (small house), which will be even cheaper.
The cost of entertainment varies depending on the area of the resort. On average, a pass for using descents per day costs about 30 euros, and equipment rental costs 20 euros per day.
3. Courchevel small indoor resort
It can’t be precisely called that, because the entire area of the resort is located on four levels, which are called depending on the height at which they are located. For example, Courchevel - 1850. It is traditionally considered - the higher, the more expensive.
4. Capital of debauchery
Prostitution flourishes in Courchevel. This is not entirely true. Young girls try to seduce the rich by skiing gracefully in Courchevel once a year, but this practice is present in all the places where non-poor people gather.
5. European quality
Few people know that Courchevel Airport is one of the most dangerous in the world, since the length of the runway there is only 525 meters. In addition, a special type of intestinal flu is found in the resort, every fifth of them is at risk, regardless of their position in society.
6. Russian Courchevel
Rather, it is not a myth, but reality. Russians have a habit of behaving always and everywhere in Russian, especially when money is paid for it. Therefore, over time, the Russian oligarchs began to create chaos at the resort: throw crazy parties, bring their performers and equip them with all the comfort on huge scenes ... However, the European public quickly responded and stopped such antics, making Courchevel a safe place for those who want to relax.
7. Courchevel - the capital of parties and mountain descents
In addition to traditional entertainment at ski resorts, Courchevel is proud of the development of shopping. Any shopaholic can find the most fashionable and expensive items under their own brand Courchevel. In another place you can not buy this.
8. Russian weeks in Courchevel
This myth can be partly confirmed. Firstly, many Russians come to Courchevel to celebrate Christmas and New Year, that is, they can be seen here from December to January. Secondly, traditionally the Russians spend one week in March at this resort. Thirdly, the total number of Russians in the resort is no more than 8% of all holidaymakers. Judge for yourself a lot of Russians in Courchevel or not.
No matter what, everybody unanimously says that in terms of skiing, Courchevel has no equal. And it is true. Everyone who wishes will find descents here, according to his abilities and preferences. And these descents will be top notch with first-class equipment.
Text: Irina Lev
