Our ski shops in La Joue du Loup

La Joue du Loup: The beauty of the Hautes-Alpes

Located in the heart of the Southern Alps, the La Joue du Loup ski resort is part of the vast Dévoluy ski area, along with SuperDévoluy. This village resort has retained its authentic charm thanks to its pretty wooden chalets and cozy atmosphere. Its typical mountain architecture immerses you in a magical world for your winter sports holiday. In winter, the resort offers a wide range of sports and wellness activities for moments of relaxation and well-being. In summer, the ski slopes transform into mountain bike trails, and the resort also offers pony rides, forest trails, and a large leisure center for the whole family. Throughout the winter season, numerous sporting events enliven the La Joue du Loup resort. In December, come and participate in the Dévoluy Winter Rally and the French Cross-Country Skiing Federation race. In March, you can attend the youth freestyle ski competition on the Dévoluy snowpark as well as the Dévoluy derby in a friendly atmosphere with guaranteed laughs!

Dévoluy, a natural haven

The Dévoluy massif encompasses two ski resorts, Superdévoluy and La Joue du Loup. Located just 2.5 hours from Lyon and Marseille, this high-alpine ski area enjoys exceptional sunshine throughout the season. From 1,500 to 2,500 meters in altitude, discover a vast playground with nearly 100 km of slopes. Its unspoiled environment will captivate all lovers of nature and wide-open spaces. With its unique, mineral-rich geology, the massif is nicknamed the "Little Dolomites." Sport, relaxation, and the thrill of skiing will exhilarate you throughout your stay. Covering 300 km², encompassing 30 villages and hamlets, and boasting 53 slopes, Le Dévoluy is a ski area that immerses you in a true natural haven. With its highest point at 2,790 meters, the Obiou mountain offers breathtaking views across the entire Dévoluy massif. Finally, perched atop the ridges is the NOEMA (Northern Extended Millimeter Array) Observatory, home to the most powerful radio telescope in the Northern Hemisphere. Nestled on the Pic de Bure at 2,709 meters, it benefits from a complete absence of light pollution. Its multiple mobile telescopes allow for the exploration of the universe and galaxies from the summit of the Bure plateau. In the Dévoluy region, you can also discover the Orcières Merlette ski resort or immerse yourself in the modern Risoul resort.

La Joue du Loup: A wide variety of slopes

A vast Nordic ski area awaits you in the Dévoluy massif, with numerous cross-country and skating loops. With 30 km of trails and a multitude of paths, you'll be immersed in a rich and diverse natural environment. Beautiful snowshoe hikes await, allowing you to discover snow-covered forest trails in a wild and unspoiled setting. For ski touring enthusiasts, several marked and safe spots are accessible, winding through a succession of valleys and ridges. In an exceptional powder-covered landscape, you can enjoy beautiful hikes to the summits with breathtaking panoramic views! For the more adventurous, discover buggy tours, an all-terrain vehicle perfect for exploring the powder fields! Also try Fat Biking, an electric bike with extra-wide tires for venturing onto the steepest terrain. With the wind in your hair, the resort offers Snowkiting, a mix between snowboarding and paragliding, for experiencing new gliding sensations. Finally, the quad bike will appeal to all adventurers, with their feet firmly on the pedals. A mix between a quad bike and a mountain bike, you can enjoy fun rides in an idyllic setting.

Family skiing in La Joue du Loup

Awarded the "Famille Plus" label, the La Joue du Loup resort perfectly meets the expectations of families for an unforgettable ski holiday. Thanks to its beginner slopes and dedicated areas for toddlers right at the base of the slopes, you can ski with complete confidence. Covered magic carpets equipped with solar panels are available for skiers, allowing them to enjoy skiing in all weather conditions thanks to an eco-friendly design! In addition, numerous fun zones are accessible throughout the ski area for family fun and unique moments! The Mushroom's Park is a snowpark accessible to all jump and trick enthusiasts! Whether you're a seasoned rider or a beginner, various rails and features await you to try new tricks in the air!

Skiing at La Joue du Loup

Thanks to online booking, you can enjoy your ski equipment as soon as you arrive at the resort. Simply enter your dates of stay and then select one of our ski rental shops in La Joue du Loup. A friendly and dynamic team will welcome you and offer personalized advice for your ski holiday. By booking online, you'll also benefit from numerous offers and attractive early booking prices. Whatever your skiing level, you're guaranteed to find equipment suited to your needs. And for snowboarders, discover our packages to hit the slopes with quality equipment! Our La Joue du Loup rental shop welcomes you throughout the winter season on the snow front. We offer a wide range of ski clothing and accessories, as well as maintenance and repair services for your ski equipment.

Ski rental in La Joue du Loup

For your ski rental in La Joue du Loup , it's our ski shop in La Joue du Loup. Ski Republic V8 Shop welcomes you to its premises in the Southern Alps . To help you fully enjoy the ski slopes in La Joue du Loup, we strive to offer ski and snowboard equipment suited to your skill level. To do this, we take into account your experience on the slopes, your age, height, and weight, as well as the performance you're looking for (speed, control, maneuverability, etc.). Whether you're looking for freeride skis, piste skis, or a snowboard, you'll find a wide selection of equipment on our website. Regularly maintained, all our ski equipment is serviced by our mountain sports professionals and ski technicians. This ensures you can enjoy the slopes with complete peace of mind!

Coming to La Joue du Loup

To reach the ski resort by car, you can take the A51 from Marseille to Gap, or the A6 from Lyon followed by the A48. You can then follow the famous Route Napoléon, the N85 towards Le Dévoluy. Throughout the winter season, shuttle buses run from Marseille-Provence Airport and the SNCF train stations in Aix-en-Provence, Gap, and Veynes.

We are also present in other resorts to offer you ski rental in the Southern Alps : such as: Auron , Barcelonnette , Isola 2000 , Orcières Merlette , Praloup , Puy-Saint-Vincent , Risoul , Serre-Chevalier , Super Dévoluy and Vars .