Ski hire
Welcome to La Joue du Loup , a charming resort in the heart of the Dévoluy massif ! With its typical wooden chalets and cozy atmosphere , this Famille Plus certified resort offers you an authentic setting in the Hautes-Alpes , just 2.5 hours from Lyon and Marseille.
Book your ski rental in La Joue du Loup with Ski Republic and enjoy quality equipment to explore the "Little Dolomites" of the Southern Alps!
Our Shops
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V8 Shop
La Joue du Loup
La Joue du Loup5.0 /5Book here Discover this shopLocated in La Joue du Loup, our V8 Shop ski hire shop caters for all winter sports enthusiasts.
V8 Shop: your ski shop on the snow front
Our Ski Republic V8 Shop boasts an ideal location: right on the snow front , Place des Argousiers (next to the tobacconist), with direct access to the slopes and ski lifts . Pick up your equipment and hit the slopes immediately!
Eric and his team: professional skiing expertise
Eric , a former professional skier , and his team of enthusiasts welcome you Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 6:30 pm and Sunday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm . Drawing on their extensive experience, they can advise you on the equipment best suited to your skill level and share their insider tips about the Dévoluy ski area.
Quality equipment for everyone
V8 Shop offers a wide range of equipment from top brands, for beginners and experts alike:
- Skis: groomed slopes, freeride, all levels – regularly maintained equipment
- Snowboards: for beginners and experienced riders
- Footwear and accessories: poles, helmets, tailored to your body type
- Ski clothing and accessories: available for sale
Comprehensive services
- On-site workshop: maintenance and repair by experienced technicians
- Personalized advice: the team guides you to the best trails according to your level
- Flexski: Change your dates or equipment up to 24 hours in advance
- Multi-slide: switch from skiing to snowboarding during your stay at no extra cost
- Payment: Credit cards, Visa, Amex accepted
High-quality equipment, attentive service
Our La Joue du Loup teams will help you choose the right equipment: recreational skiing, freeriding, snowboarding… we have everything you need, whatever your level, to hit the slopes.
Book online to take advantage of great rates and pick up your gear in a flash!
In our La Joue du Loup shops, you'll find top-of-the-range equipment, meticulously maintained, for optimal skiing from day one. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, our team will equip you precisely and advise you on the best gear to fully enjoy the entire ski area.
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Maintenance (waxing, sharpening...)
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Breakage/theft guarantee
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To give you the best Skiing tips!
La Joue du Loup: the "Little Dolomites" of the Southern Alps
Located between 1,500 and 2,500 meters altitude in the Hautes-Alpes , La Joue du Loup is part of the Dévoluy ski area, along with SuperDévoluy. Its unique, rocky landscape has earned it the nickname "Little Dolomites." Exceptional sunshine and breathtaking scenery are guaranteed!
The Dévoluy ski area: 100 km of slopes
The ski area connects La Joue du Loup and SuperDévoluy: 53 slopes covering 100 km , served by 22 ski lifts . The highest point is the Obiou (2,790 m) with panoramic views across the entire massif. A point of interest: the NOEMA Observatory on the Pic de Bure (2,709 m), the most powerful radio telescope in the Northern Hemisphere!
Snowpark and family areas
Freestylers, head to Mushroom's Park : rails, modules and jumps for all levels. Family Plus certified : fun zones, covered magic carpets (powered by solar panels!), beginner areas on the snow front for skiing with confidence.
Much more than alpine skiing
Dévoluy offers a vast 30km Nordic ski area for cross-country skiing and skating. Ski touring enthusiasts will find several marked routes. And for even more fun: snowshoeing , dog sledding , fat biking , snow buggying , snowkiting , and even quad biking !
Easy access
2.5 hours from Lyon and Marseille . By car: A51 from Marseille or A6+A48 from Lyon, then Route Napoléon (N85) . Shuttles from Marseille-Provence Airport and the SNCF train stations of Aix-en-Provence , Gap and Veynes .
Want to discover the "Little Dolomites" of the Southern Alps? Book your ski rental now in La Joue du Loup at V8 Shop and benefit from the expertise of Eric, a former professional skier, and quality equipment right on the slopes!
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And for complete peace of mind while skiing, choose our tailor-made services: equipment maintenance, breakage/theft guarantee, personalized advice...