Ski hire Bourg Saint Maurice - Les Arcs

Freeride ski rental in Bourg-Saint-Maurice - Les Arcs

Located at the foot of Savoie's largest ski resorts, the town of Bourg-Saint-Maurice welcomes you with its vibrant mountain atmosphere. At an altitude of 810 meters, this town in the Haute-Tarentaise region is just a few kilometers from the Italian border. A haven for sports enthusiasts, Bourg-Saint-Maurice Les Arcs offers an exceptional playground for enjoying outdoor activities year-round. Rich in local crafts, the destination is highly valued for its traditions, breathtaking landscapes, and iconic peaks such as Mont Pourri. A very attractive and popular tourist destination, discover the rich Savoyard heritage and the diverse tourist attractions of the Tarentaise Valley. To take full advantage of the resort and the vast Paradiski ski area, explore all our ski rental offers in Les Arcs.

Bourg-Saint-Maurice, a sustainable destination

Committed to sustainable development, the town of Bourg-Saint-Maurice takes current environmental challenges very seriously. Its region attracts visitors from all over the world, and its tourism industry is thriving. To preserve natural spaces, the town is a member of the National Association of Mayors of Mountain Resorts (ANMSM), which aims to implement concrete local actions. To develop a sustainable policy and protect natural areas, the town is committed, for example, to prioritizing an environmental approach to urban planning, diversifying energy sources, promoting bioclimatic architecture, and preserving local wildlife. The Bourg-Saint-Maurice funicular, built in 1989, is an alternative mode of transport that perfectly aligns with this environmental approach. In just 7 minutes, you can reach the ski slopes of the Les Arcs ski area. From the valley, the funicular offers a completely new way to travel. Completely renovated, it provides panoramic views of the Tarentaise Valley and a special moment with Mont Blanc. Accessible in summer by mountain bike, in winter it welcomes skiers and upon arrival, inter-resort shuttles are available to reach the different villages making up Les Arcs.

Bourg-Saint-Maurice, between sport and culture

Throughout the year, the town of Bourg-Saint-Maurice offers activities for the whole family, and events punctuate life in the valley. In summer, you can explore the local market where local producers and artisans showcase their specialties, such as Beaufort cheese. A large agricultural fair is also held every summer, where the whole family can get up close to the valley's various animals and learn about traditional farming practices. For sports enthusiasts, the town hosts the French Canoe-Kayak Championships thanks to its international whitewater center.

Bourg-Saint-Maurice, a stone's throw from Paradiski

Thanks to the funicular, Bourg-Saint-Maurice is a dynamic and sporty destination that allows you to access Paradiski in just 7 minutes. With its 425 km of slopes, you can enjoy a vast ski area linking Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry, and La Plagne via the Vanoise Express cable car. With 258 runs spread between 1,200 and 3,226 meters in altitude, Paradiski truly lives up to its name. During your ski holiday, you'll discover a wide variety of landscapes and slopes, and a diverse range of routes to suit all levels of skiers. And with 70% of its slopes located above 2,000 meters, the resort guarantees exceptional snow conditions throughout the winter.

Freeride skiing in the resort

Overlooked by two peaks rising to over 3,000 meters, the Les Arcs ski area is a vast playground. Thanks to its numerous blue runs, it's possible to traverse the entire area, regardless of your skiing ability. From the summit of the Aiguille Rouge to the slopes of Peisey, you can ski down runs with a wide variety of scenery, from glaciers to snow-covered forests. Numerous fun zones await you in Les Arcs! A large snowpark featuring a big air jump and numerous other features will delight freestyle enthusiasts. In addition, several boardercross courses are accessible from Les Arcs. And for those who love sliding, various themed toboggan runs will provide thrilling experiences. Les Arcs is a ski resort offering a multitude of sensations, where sport and pleasure become one!

Renting equipment in Bourg-Saint-Maurice - Les Arcs

The second largest ski area in the world, Paradiski offers a thrilling experience. From Bourg-Saint-Maurice, you can access Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 1950, and Arc 2000. To explore this vast playground and enjoy the wide variety of ski runs, rent your ski equipment from one of our shops. Our rental shop in Bourg-Saint-Maurice is ideally located opposite the train station. Upon arrival, you can easily pick up your equipment and then take the funicular. Our Bourg-Saint-Maurice ski rental shop welcomes you year-round. Our friendly and dynamic team is happy to advise you and guide you in purchasing ski accessories.

Getting to Bourg-Saint-Maurice

Located in the Haute-Tarentaise valley, Bourg-Saint-Maurice is regularly served by major train lines, such as the TGV, Thalys, and Eurostar. By car, the motorway allows you to reach Albertville, 54 km away; from there, simply follow the RN 90 to your destination. Several bus lines provide connections to Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Les Arcs from the SNCF train station and the airports of Lyon-Saint-Exupéry and Geneva.