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.
Tignes loop via Lac du Chevril
Perfect for a short ride day or a recovery day in the mountains
You can expect spectacular views, smooth roads and steady hills
Tignes loop via Lac du Chevril
This short, yet satisfying ride is big on the views, offering the perfect marriage of effort and enjoyment. An ideal route to do in the morning before lunch back in resort.
From Val d'Isère
Distance: 35 to 40km round trip
Elevation gain: 800 to 900m
Gradient: 6 to 7%
Highest point: Tignes Val Claret (2,100m)
Difficulty: moderate - ideal for intermediate cyclists or a lighter day in the saddle
Route description:
- Val d'Isère to Lac Chevril: descend along D902 with views over Lac du Chevril
- climb to Tignes: after crossing the dam, turn onto D87A that winds up to Tignes Les Brévières, then Tignes 1800, Le Lac and finally Val Claret
- as you pass through the ski villages and forests enjoy the views of waterfalls and cliffs - scenic without being too punishing
- descent is back to Val d'Isère whenever you decide to turn around and head back the way you came
- once back down in Lac du Chevril climb back up to Val, nothing too strenuous with a few steep pitches near the top
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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 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 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 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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Le Blizzard Restaurant
Located inside the 5-star Hotel Le Blizzard, the menu is full of dishes made with fresh, local produce straight from the market.
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Le Coin Savoyard Restaurant
Le Coin Savoyard is a gastronomic restaurant at the five-star hotel Les Balmes de l'Ours.
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Le Garage Restaurant
Restaurant serving an international menu that includes burgers, including a veggie burger if a meaty feast is not what you're after. Le Garage is open every day from lunch until late, be sure to enjoy the craft beers on offer and the extensive wine list.
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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Dog Sledding
Sledding tours and adventures in the Tarentaise.
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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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Wilderness Evening & Fondue Dinner
An evening adventure in the woods of Les Boisses, Tignes
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Paragliding Flights
See the village and mountains from a different perspective and fly with the eagles.
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La Maison de Val
Community space with libraries, cinema, free WiFi and exhibitions about local history.
