Imagine the scenario: you’ve just skied down the black runs of the Three Valleys, you take off your skis and, without leaving the peaks, you grab your racket for a game of padel facing Mont Blanc. What seemed like a somewhat crazy dream became a reality in early 2026.
The upscale resort of Courchevel has just inaugurated two exceptional padel courts in partnership with the crocodile brand, Lacoste. An alliance between alpine luxury and sporting elegance that redefines the concept of après-ski.
Here’s everything you need to know about this new spot that’s likely to create a buzz on social media this winter.
A breathtaking location
Forget industrial warehouses on the outskirts of town. Here, padel reaches new heights. The two courts are installed at 1,800 meters altitude, right in the heart of Courchevel 1850.
The location is strategic and prestigious:
- At the foot of the slopes: The courts are located right next to the famous Émile Allais slalom stadium.
- The Surroundings: They face the very exclusive INEOS Club House, guaranteeing a premium atmosphere.
- The Panorama: Playing outdoors with a breathtaking view of the snow-capped Alpine peaks offers a visual experience worthy of a movie.
Lacoste x Courchevel: The Alliance of Chic and Sport
This project is not only sporting, it is also aesthetic. By partnering with Courchevel Tourisme, Lacoste continues to embed its image in sports lifestyle. The courts display the visual codes of the French brand, integrating perfectly into the sophisticated environment of the resort, an excellent example of the importance of design in modern padel (why blue has become the norm on padel courts).
This is another step for padel, which asserts itself here as a “trend” sport capable of attracting the demanding clientele of luxury resorts, just like golf or snow polo.
A “4 Seasons” Strategy for the Mountains
Why install padel on top of a mountain? Beyond the marketing stunt, it’s a concrete answer to the challenges of modern ski resorts.
Driven by the Sports Club and local authorities, this project aims to diversify the tourist offer. The goal is clear: to keep the resort alive all year round.
- In Winter: Padel becomes the ultimate après-ski activity for those who still have energy after skiing.
- In Summer: The courts will become an essential meeting point for hikers and summer vacationers, confirming that Courchevel is not just a snow destination.
Beware of the playing conditions!
For purists who will test these courts, note an important technical detail: the altitude.
At 1,800 meters, the atmospheric pressure is lower. The result? The ball flies much faster and bounces higher.
- Tactical advice: If you play up there, control your power. The “x3” (court exits) will be easier to achieve, but long faults (back glass) will also happen much faster than on flat ground!
With this installation, Courchevel and Lacoste prove that padel has no more boundaries, neither geographical nor climatic.
And you, would you be ready to play outdoors at 0°C to enjoy such a view, or do you prefer the comfort of a heated indoor club?
