Courchevel is celebrating 80 years since its post-war creation this winter and has announced its famous Chenus gondola is undergoing a major upgrade ahead of the season start, marking a new chapter for La Croisette after 55 years of service.
A new-generation POMA lift will offer faster, more sustainable access to the Loze massif from a redesigned base station at the heart of the Front de Neige, easing congestion near Verdons. At the summit, a spacious arrival station will feature public restrooms, a picnic room, and a logistics hub to reduce reliance on snowmobiles and groomers. Guests can also enjoy a panoramic terrace and sunlit relaxation area with bay windows catching rays until 1:50 p.m even in midwinter.
Following the original route, the new lift will double capacity to 2,400 passengers per hour via 10-seat EVO 2 cabins. Sustainability is key: 400m² of solar panels, rainwater recovery, and wildlife-sensitive construction schedules reflect Courchevel's eco-conscious ethos.
"This new gondola combines modernity, cutting-edge technology and sustainability," said Philippe Mottier, head of Courchevel's ski lifts. "It will offer comfortable, seamless access and reinforce S3V's forward-thinking vision for mountain tourism."