SuperDévoluy

SuperDévoluy is in the Dévoluy Massif. This resort offers all the benefits of a large skiing domain: Diversity of runs, snow-park and cross-country ski trails. This is very much a family orientated ski resort with a superb ski area. There are slopes for all abilities and the lift system is modern and efficient. For your convenience, each ski lift is equipped with 'hands free' technology. With over 30km of the slopes covered by snow canons, you can rest easy that you will always be able to get back to your resort.

The ski areas of SuperDévoluy & La Joue du Loup in figures:

1 new 6-seater chair lift "Le Pélourenq", 100km of slopes, 2 connected ski areas: SuperDévoluy & La Joue du Loup, 60 slopes, 22 ski lifts (5 chair-lifts & 17 drag-lifts) 37km of artificial snow, 1000m vertical drop, 1 snow-park, 35km of off-piste skiing & 35km of trails, cross country skiing, mountain walking and snowshoe trails.

Competent skiers will have their breath taken away when they reach the top of the téléski du Pierra, at the top of the ski area at 2500m. The 360° panoramic views of the summits of Dévoluy, Champsaur and Ecrins are amazing and having taken a few moments to take it all in, 100km of skiing awaits you.

For children and beginners looking to learn and improve their ability, there is a selection of wide easy runs and nursery slopes for smooth and relaxed progress.

The top of the Sommarel drag-lift takes you to the foot of Pic Ponson (2375m). You then have the choice to ski down either "La Combe de la Truie" or the "Bonnet Rouge" (a good amount of accessible off-piste on both). Cross-over to the snow-park under the Festoure chair-lift and experience the banked corners and moguls before heading down a gentle blue back to either resort.

Snowboarding in SuperDévoluy

"Le Mushroom's Park" snow-park (1 hectare) is located at the heart of the ski area and is the meeting point for all freestylers amateurs. It has a very good reputation and this user-friendly, cool and trendy area is open to all with a lift pass. All abilities will find access into the park easy via a chairlift and then a gentle run. Jumps, pipes, tables, ramps and rails of all levels are available and these are even classified by colour like the slopes- green, blue, red and black. This snow-park is created and opened as soon as the snow conditions permit and many events take place through-out the season, giving everyone the ability to watch and learn from others.

Cross-country skiing in SuperDévoluy

Le Rama (2379m), Le Rocher Rond (2453m) and La Tête de l'Aupet (2627m), The Dévoluy is excellent for ski touring with marked routes within stunning mountain scenery.

Leading out of the resorts and up to Collet of Tât (1613m) is a further superb slope. 35km of prepared cross country trails through woods, clearings and over hills awaits you for skating and alternative styles.

There are also 30km of marked and safe pedestrian paths for walkers. Benches, picnic tables, viewpoints and orientation tables can be found along the way for you to appreciate the magnificent views or stop off for a sandwich break. Or for a bit more adventure you could set off with your snowshoes across the snow fields. 

Ski school in SuperDévoluy

The ESF in SuperDévoluy offers group lessons for children (5 years old and up) and adults. A team of 40 qualified instructors (some English speaking) in skiing and snowboarding plus trained mountain guides, high altitude guides, kids instructors, snowboard experts, and specialist instructors for Telemark, Off Piste, moguls etc…

The ski kindergarten offers children aged 3-5 years old the chance to experience mini ski lifts, ski through hoops and round inflatable figures whilst having fun in the snow.

Winter 2010/2011 Prices and more information will be available shortly.

Lift passes in SuperDévoluy

SuperDévoluy lift passes give you access to resorts of “SuperDévoluy” and “La Joue-du-loup”.

Winter 2010/2011 Prices and more information will be available shortly.

Other Information about SuperDévoluy

P' tits Lutins offers day care for children aged 15 months to 6 years old (from 12 months outside French school holidays), with indoor and outdoor activities (health/vaccination certificate and prove of age required). Weekly, daily or half day prices available with options to stay for lunch and have a meal provided). For more details please contact:

P' tits Lutins - SuperDévoluy Nursery

SuperDévoluy

Out of season Tel: +33 (0)4 92 58 91 91

In season Tel: +33 (0)4 92 58 70 98

Adventure forest:

Dévoluy Produits Aventure

SuperDévoluy

Tel: +33 (0)6 60 82 70 80

Child €9 & adult/teenager €13 (based on 08/09 prices)

Snow-mobiling:

Scoot Aventure.

Tel: +33 (0)6 22 27 19 61

1 hour trip as a driver €65/pers, 1 hour trip as a passenger €20/pers or 2.5 hour trip with a meal in a mountain restaurant €70/pers (based on 09/10 prices).

Cinema:

Rex (SuperDévoluy) Phone: 04 92 58 87 88

Child €5 & adult €6 (based on 09/10 prices)

Every Sunday morning the SuperDévoluy tourist office provides a welcome drink to discover what activities and events are going on in the resort and local area, including torchlight descents, descent by lantern, night skiing, sumo wrestling, dances, snowman-building competitions, toboggan racing, music, face painting, games, documentaries, children's shows, street entertainment, photo sessions with Snowky: the Dévoluy caribou!, puppet shows, clowns, hear fairy tales, cabaret, or karaoke. Theme nights in the resort centre, shopping centres and shops. Several activities per day, suitable for all the family.

Heritage, history, and local culture includes Mère Eglise (11th century), churches and chapels, communal ovens, village fountains, little hamlets unchanged for centuries, traditional agriculture, and why not try regional dishes like Creusets (rolled pasta), Tourtons (filled pastry squares), Potato Raviolis, Dévoluy lamb or even "Oreilles d'ânes" (Translated it means Donkey's Ears - but don't worry it's not barbaric and doesn't actually contain any meat at all!).

Nearest train stations:

Grenoble: 53 miles

Veynes Dévoluy: 19 miles