Mountain bike hire
Discover the freedom of the mountains on premium e-bikes, with convenient hire locations and expert equipment to suit adults and juniors alike. From helmets to lessons, they've got everything you need for an unforgettable ride.
Col du Petit Saint Bernard
The area around Bourg St Maurice has the largest number of cols in the Tarentaise Valley
The cols here are all world famous, thanks to the rather well known road race, the Tour de France.
Col du Petit Saint Bernard
Also known as Little St Bernard Pass, this col is one of the more accessible routes with an average gradient of less than 5%. One of the most popular routes, it's ideal for riders looking for a steady, long climb without a brutal gradient.
A beautiful alpine climb, it links Bourg-Saint-Maurice to La Thuile in Italy via gentle gradients, sweeping bends and panoramic views.
From Val d'Isère via Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Distance: ~60 to 70km one way (120 to 140km return)
Elevation gain: ~1,350m
Average gradient: ~5% (but steeper in sections)
Key features:
- from Bourg-St-Maurice, the climb follows the D1090, beginning gently and winding through alpine pastures and forests
- the route goes through numerous small hamlets and ski resorts, including La Rosière, a great stop off spot
- after La Rosière the route has long, sweeping switchbacks and views of Mont Blanc and the Tarentaise Valley
- at the summit you'll find a large stone column, a food truck or café in summer months
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Bike Hire in Val d'Isere
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Mountain bike hire
Discover the beauty of the Vanoise National Park and the Tignes-Val d’Isère bike park on their electric-assist mountain bikes. Safety gear included, plus supervised courses for all skill levels - perfect for families and adventurers alike.
What to see
Sights in Val d'Isere
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Musee Val d’Histoire
Opened in December 2017 and located in the heart of Val d'Isère, the renovated Maison de Val hosts a museum dedicated to the history of the area.
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La Maison de Val
Community space with libraries, cinema, free WiFi and exhibitions about local history.
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Vanoise National Park
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Val d’Isere
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La Fruitière Restaurant
Located at the top of the Daille bubble, within the celebrated La Folie Douce après-ski and gourmet hotspot, La Fruitière serves delicious modern dishes based on traditional flavours.
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La Cucùcina Restaurant
Located at the top of the Daille bubble, within the celebrated La Folie Douce hotspot, enjoy gourmet Italian cuisine prepared by a renowned chef and his Italian team.
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La Petite Cuisine Restaurant
La Petite Cuisine is La Folie Douce's gourmet-quality, canteen-style restaurant. They serve a perfect mix of high-class local cuisine in a friendly, family atmosphere.
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La Table de l'Ours Restaurant
Although Val d'Isère has many fine restaurants, you will be spoilt for choice at La Table de l'Ours.
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Arctic Juice & Café
Organic coffee, cold-pressed juices and healthy meals are all this cafe is about. The place to recharge before venturing out into the mountains.
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L'Etincelle Restaurant
Enjoy lunch on the large terrace on sunny days, or in the evening settle into the welcoming and stylish dining area and enjoy the laid-back ambiance.
What to do
Things To Do in Val d’Isere
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EMTB on snow
Try something new this winter with a guided e-bike session on snow (from eight years old). Join a sunrise ride above Val d’Isère or hire an electric bike in the afternoon and head off on your own adventure.
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Guided snowshoe hikes
Discover the charm of snowshoeing and venture to parts of the mountains even skiers don't go.
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Paragliding Flights
See the village and mountains from a different perspective and fly with the eagles.
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Dog Sledding
Sledding tours and adventures in the Tarentaise.
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Wilderness Evening & Fondue Dinner
An evening adventure in the woods of Les Boisses, Tignes
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Technic Tennis Academy
Tennis school at the Manchet Parc des Sports offering private coaching, equipment hire and group lessons.
