Ski Rental in Villeneuve Serre Chevalier
Villeneuve at 1400m is the second main lift access point in Serre Chevalier. The shops are slightly less busy than Chantemerle, the upper mountain access is better, and it suits intermediate and advanced skiers more naturally.
Rental shops in Villeneuve
A good mix of chains and independent shops near the lift base.
- Riquet Sport is a local network covering multiple services and good for all levels
- Intersport Rent is a reliable chain with online booking available
- Sport Rent sits near the ski school, convenient for families
- Precision Ski Rent focuses on performance and freeride equipment
- Independent shops in the village centre
Why Villeneuve works for certain skiers
Quieter than Chantemerle and with better access to the upper mountain.
- Less crowded — shorter queues in shops and at lifts vs Chantemerle
- Better upper mountain access — easier to reach challenging terrain
- Good freeride selection — more shops stock wider freeride skis
- Marginally less chaotic than Chantemerle during February peak weeks
Villeneuve rental prices
Prices are broadly similar to Chantemerle. Online booking saves 10–20% at all shops.
- Basic skis: €22–€30/day
- Intermediate carving skis: €30–€40/day
- Performance / freeride skis: €40–€55/day
- Snowboard packages: €28–€42/day
- Children's packages: €16–€24/day
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I rent skis in Villeneuve Serre Chevalier?
Riquet Sport, Intersport Rent, Sport Rent, and Precision Ski Rent are all near the lift base. Most offer online booking with pick-up on your first ski day.
Is Villeneuve or Chantemerle better for ski rental?
Both are good. Chantemerle has more shops and suits beginners and families. Villeneuve is slightly quieter and better for intermediates and advanced skiers who want easier access to the upper mountain and off-piste terrain.
How much does ski rental cost in Villeneuve?
€22–€55 per day depending on equipment type. Prices are broadly similar to Chantemerle. Online booking saves roughly 10–20% compared to walk-in.
Plan your trip
Ski Rental Shops in Briançon and Serre Chevalier
We have made every effort to ensure this information is accurate. Prices, availability, and services may vary — we recommend checking directly with the provider before booking.
Riquet Sport
Local chain — founded 1948
€25–€60/day
Established local provider with the widest coverage across the resort.
5 locations — scroll to see all
Briançon
Briançon 1200
📍 7 Av. René Froger, 05100 Briançon, France
Rental · Retail · Summer equipment
Chantemerle
Chantemerle 1350
📍 Centre Commercial Le Serre d'Aigle, 603 Rue du Centre, 05330 Saint-Chaffrey, France
Boot fitting · Ski lockers · Repair workshop · Ski-in/ski-out
Aravet
Villeneuve Aravet
📍 21 Place de l'Aravet, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Ski lockers · Group services · Repair workshop · Ski-in/ski-out
Villeneuve Village
Villeneuve 1400
📍 1 Le Mail, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Boot fitting · Delivery · Ski test centre · Retail
Pré-Long
Villeneuve Pré-Long
📍 Centre Commercial, 1 Route de Pré-Long, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Rental · Retail
Intersport
International chain
€20–€55/day
Up to 60% off online. 7th day free. Pick up the day before from 17h. Free cancellation up to 24h.
5 locations — scroll to see all
Prorel
Briançon 1200
📍 Briançon - Prorel, Avenue René Froger, 05100 Briançon, France
Ski-in/ski-out · Lift access
Espace Sud
Briançon 1200
📍 7 Av. René Froger, 05100 Briançon, France
Town location · Rental
Jack Sport — Villeneuve 1400
Villeneuve 1400
📍 Centre Commercial, Rte de Pré-Long, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Rental · Snowboard rental
Les Beraudes — Villeneuve
Villeneuve 1400
📍 Chalet les Beraudes, 69 Pl. du Vernay, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Rental · Snowboard rental
Serre Chevalier 1500 — Monêtier
Monêtier-les-Bains
📍 127 Rue Saint-Eldrade, 05220 Le Monêtier-les-Bains, France
Rental · High altitude access
Precision Ski Rent
Premium aggregator
€30–€60/day
Focus on quality and higher-end equipment across multiple partner shops.
5 locations — scroll to see all
Rey Sports
Chantemerle 1350
📍 451 Rue du Centre, 05330 Saint-Chaffrey, France
Near lifts · Rental
Sport Rent Chantemerle
Chantemerle 1350
📍 Le Val St Bernard, 23 Rue de l'Eyrette, 05330 Saint-Chaffrey, France
Budget · Rental
Sport Rent Villeneuve
Villeneuve 1400
📍 79 Place du Vernay, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Central location · Rental
Sport Rent Monêtier
Monêtier-les-Bains
📍 531 Route de Grenoble, 05220 Le Monêtier-les-Bains, France
Quiet area · High altitude access
Dr Feelgood
Villeneuve Aravet
📍 5 Pl. de l'Aravet, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Premium equipment · Personal service · Ski lockers
Sport 2000
International chain
€20–€50/day
Large network across the resort, good mid-range option.
2 locations — scroll to see all
Krakatoa — Briançon Prorel
Briançon 1200
📍 7 Av. René Froger, 05100 Briançon, France
Rental · Snowboard rental
Sport's Mountain — Villeneuve Aravet
Villeneuve Aravet
📍 Centre Commercial L'Aravet La Salle, Pl. de l'Aravet, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Rental · Snowboard rental · Ski-in/ski-out
Skimium
Decathlon-owned network
€20–€45/day
Good value budget to mid-range option.
3 locations — scroll to see all
Alves Sports — Briançon
Briançon 1200
📍 7 Av. René Froger, 05100 Briançon, France
Ski & snowboard rental · Touring equipment · Accessories
Ski Experience — Chantemerle
Chantemerle 1350
📍 455 Rue du Centre, 05330 Saint-Chaffrey, France
Ski rental · Snowboard rental
MV Sports — Monêtier
Monêtier-les-Bains
📍 Vie de Clare, 05220 Le Monêtier-les-Bains, France
Ski rental · Snowboard rental
Skiset
International network
€20–€50/day
Large partner network with good online discounts.
2 locations — scroll to see all
Regis Sports — Chantemerle
Chantemerle 1350
📍 603 Rue du Centre, 05330 Saint-Chaffrey, France
Online booking · Fast pick-up
ROBO Ski & Snow — Villeneuve
Villeneuve 1400
📍 Allée des Saules, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Ski rental · Snowboard rental
Francis Sports
Independent shop
€20–€45/day
Up to 40% off when booking online. One of the best online discounts in the resort.
1 location — scroll to see all
Briançon
Briançon 1200
📍 7 Av. René Froger, 05100 Briançon, France
Rental · Snowboard rental · Repairs
Jean Sport
Independent shop
€20–€50/day
Local independent shop at the Aravet lift base in Villeneuve.
1 location — scroll to see all
Villeneuve Aravet
Villeneuve Aravet
📍 5 Pl. de l'Aravet, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Rental · Ski-in/ski-out
Oxygène
Independent shop
€20–€50/day
Well-located independent in Monêtier-les-Bains.
1 location — scroll to see all
Monêtier-les-Bains
Monêtier-les-Bains
📍 309 Route de Grenoble, 05220 Le Monêtier-les-Bains, France
Rental · Snowboard rental
Outland
Independent shop
€20–€50/day
Located at the Chantemerle gondola base.
1 location — scroll to see all
Chantemerle
Chantemerle 1350
📍 Pl. du Téléphérique, 05330 Saint-Chaffrey, France
Rental · Ski-in/ski-out
Ski Republic
Online-focused chain
€20–€45/day
Discounts for early online booking.
2 locations — scroll to see all
Chantemerle
Chantemerle 1350
📍 Chantemerle, 05330 Saint-Chaffrey, France
Ski rental · Helmet rental
Villeneuve
Villeneuve 1400
📍 Villeneuve-la-Salle, 05240 La Salle-les-Alpes, France
Ski rental · Snowboard rental
Netski
International chain
€20–€50/day
Often partnered with accommodation providers.
1 location — scroll to see all
Multiple locations
Serre-Chevalier
📍 Serre Chevalier, France
Ski rental · Snowboard rental
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