Snow Retreat’s helpful guide to La Tania, Courchevel and Three Valley Lift passes..

Opening dates

Courchevel kicks off the 2026–2027 winter season on Friday 4 December 2026, with the ski lifts officially opening for the first turns of the season. La Tania will follow a day later, on Saturday 5 December. This means skiers can enjoy almost two weeks of skiing before the busy UK school holiday period begins – perfect for making the most of quieter pistes and early-season snow.

Following the upgrade of the Chenus chairlift last year, it was La Tania’s turn this year. The original cabins, which had been in service since 1990, have been replaced with 52 brand-new eight-seater cabins, offering more comfortable seating and wider doors for easier loading and unloading. The lift stations have also been upgraded with new mechanical and electrical equipment, improving efficiency and safety and making the journey up the mountain smoother and more comfortable.

 

2026 – 2027 Three Valleys and Courchevel main season Lift Pass prices

If you are returning back to the Three Valleys after a couple of years away, you may have missed some welcome updates to the lift pass pricing. The structure has been simplified, making it easier to choose the right option.

One of the biggest changes is the child pass, which now covers skiers up to 18 years old (previously capped at 13). After being called a junior pass last year, it’s reverted to the more familiar child pass name this season.

There’s also more flexibility for families: family passes are now available for groups of three, with just one adult required. This is great news for single-parent families, or for families where only one adult is hitting the slopes.

Sadly, discounted senior passes for over 65’s are a thing of the past.

For over 75’s single valley passes for Courchevel and Meribel will remain free (note- two separate passes will be required from the relevant lift pass offices in each valley). For those that wish to explore the Val Thorens Valley a Veteran pass is required.

As in previous seasons, skiers with a Courchevel lift pass can still purchase a Three Valleys day extension. However, if you’re planning to ski beyond Courchevel, it usually works out better value to go straight for the full Three Valleys 6-day pass.

 

Early and Late season

Discounted prices for early and late season. The early weeks of the season can be an excellent time to hit the slopes…

 

 

 

All prices are correct at time of writing. The lift pass company, Societe des Trois Vallees, has the right to change them.

Need help choosing which lift pass to get? Check out our other pages about Courchevel and Three valleys lift passes: