Bourg Saint Maurice Ski Holidays

Bourg Saint Maurice Lift Pass, Ski Rental & Ski School prices

Book all of your ski extras on one website - Quick and easy. You will receive all of your vouchers after booking with all the information you will need to collect any lift passes, equipment rental or where to meet for ski school

Please remember that if you are booking a lift pass, you must also book or have already booked accommodation or equipment rental with us as well.

After booking we will contact you with all the information you will need and you can also call direct on 0034 649 144 719

Bourg Saint Maurice Overview

Situated in the heart of the Tarentaise Valley in the French Alps, Bourg-Saint-Maurice is a lively mountain town and an important gateway to some of the most famous ski areas in Europe. Unlike purpose-built ski resorts, Bourg-Saint-Maurice is a traditional alpine town with year-round life, offering a blend of authentic Savoyard culture, excellent transport connections, and convenient access to world-class skiing. The town is best known as the main access point to Les Arcs ski resort via the funicular railway, which transports skiers from the town directly to Arc 1600 in just a few minutes. From there, visitors can explore the vast Paradiski ski area, linking Les Arcs with La Plagne and providing over 400 kilometers of pistes suitable for all abilities.

Bourg-Saint-Maurice is particularly popular with skiers seeking a more authentic and affordable base compared to staying directly in the higher mountain resorts. The town offers a wide range of accommodation, from hotels and apartments to chalets, alongside supermarkets, shops, cafés, and traditional restaurants serving local Savoyard cuisine. Thanks to its lower altitude, it has a more relaxed atmosphere and excellent rail connections, including direct high-speed train services from cities such as Paris and London during the winter season.

Beyond skiing and snowboarding, visitors can enjoy snowshoeing, winter hiking, ice skating, and wellness facilities, while the surrounding alpine scenery provides spectacular views throughout the season. Bourg-Saint-Maurice also has a vibrant après-ski and dining scene, with cosy bars, craft beer venues, and restaurants offering regional specialties such as fondue, raclette, and tartiflette. Combining easy access to exceptional skiing with the charm of a traditional mountain town, Bourg-Saint-Maurice is an ideal destination for travelers looking to experience the French Alps in a more authentic and accessible way.

Bourg Saint Maurice Ski Information

Resort height - 850m

Snow range - 1250 - 3250m

Ski area - 425km (Paradiski), 210km (Les Arcs)

Easy - 140 slopes

Intermediate - 65 slopes

Difficult - 37 slopes

Longest run - 7km

Snowparks - 2

Snowmaking facilities - 11%

Ski Lifts - 150 (Funicular - 1, Cable cars - 5, Gondolas - 16, Chairlifts - 51, Drag lifts - 65, Magic carpet - 12)

Things to do in Bourg Saint Maurice

Activities - Winter in Bourg-Saint-Maurice offers a wide variety of activities both on and off the slopes, making it an excellent base for exploring the French Alps. The town provides direct access to Les Arcs via the funicular railway, allowing visitors to enjoy skiing and snowboarding across the vast Paradiski area, which features hundreds of kilometers of pistes for all abilities. Beyond winter sports, guests can explore scenic snowshoeing and winter hiking trails through snow-covered forests and alpine landscapes, while activities such as sledging, ice skating, and dog sledding are also popular during the season. Bourg-Saint-Maurice itself has a lively and authentic atmosphere, with traditional markets, local shops, cosy cafés, and Savoyard restaurants creating a welcoming mountain-town experience. Visitors can relax in wellness centres and spas after a day outdoors or take excursions to nearby resorts including La Plagne, Tignes, and Val d’Isère. Thanks to its excellent transport connections, year-round community, and combination of outdoor adventure and alpine culture, Bourg-Saint-Maurice offers a varied and enjoyable winter destination for families, couples, and ski enthusiasts alike.

Restaurants - Restaurants in Bourg-Saint-Maurice reflect the town’s authentic alpine character, offering a diverse mix of traditional Savoyard cuisine, French gastronomy, and international dining options. Visitors can enjoy hearty mountain specialties such as fondue, raclette, tartiflette, and diots savoyards in cosy chalet-style restaurants that create a warm and welcoming atmosphere after a day on the slopes. The town is home to a variety of family-run bistros, stylish brasseries, pizzerias, and contemporary restaurants, many of which focus on fresh regional ingredients and local cheeses from the surrounding Savoie region. Bourg-Saint-Maurice also benefits from being a year-round working town rather than solely a ski resort, meaning its dining scene feels lively and authentic, with cafés, bakeries, wine bars, and restaurants frequented by both locals and visitors. Whether enjoying a relaxed lunch before heading up to Les Arcs or a traditional alpine dinner accompanied by regional wines, guests will find plenty of choice and genuine mountain hospitality throughout the town.

Nightlife - Après-ski and nightlife in Bourg-Saint-Maurice offer a lively yet authentic alpine experience that differs from the more purpose-built high-altitude ski resorts. After a day on the slopes of Les Arcs and the wider Paradiski area, visitors return to a vibrant mountain town filled with welcoming bars, traditional pubs, wine cellars, and cosy restaurants. The atmosphere is relaxed and social, with many venues serving local Savoyard dishes alongside regional wines, craft beers, and cocktails. Popular après-ski spots often feature live music, DJs, themed evenings, and bustling terraces where skiers gather to unwind after the lifts close. Bourg-Saint-Maurice also has a more authentic local feel than many ski resorts, attracting both visitors and residents to its cafés and late-night venues. While the nightlife is not as extravagant as in some luxury alpine destinations, the town offers a varied mix of casual bars, lively pubs, and friendly entertainment that creates an enjoyable and genuine après-ski atmosphere in the heart of the French Alps.

Airport Transfers - How to get to Bourg Saint Maurice

We can organise your transfers from Annecy Airport, Grenoble Airport, Geneva Airport. You can also choose between a shuttle transfer which can be more economical if only a few people are travelling or a private transfer which will take you direct from the airport to your accommodation.

Distance to Annecy Airport: 105km

Distance to Grenoble Airport: 180km

Distance to Geneva Airport: 145km