Renting Gear at Intersport Courchevel 1650: A Skier’s Guide
Picking up ski hire at Intersport Courchevel 1650 sets you up right in the center of Courchevel Moriond, just a few strides from the snow. The shop sits on Rue Sainte Blandine, directly across the street from the main lift hub, making it one of the most practical places in the village to collect your gear before heading up the mountain.
Moriond has a warm, relaxed village pace compared to the high-glitz avenues of 1850. You get wide, sunny slopes on this side of the valley, and having a rental shop stationed right in front of the primary gondola spares you from carrying heavy equipment through icy streets. If you value straightforward service, honest gear advice, and quick access to the pistes, this location is hard to beat.
At a glance
| Type of shop | Ski and snowboard rental shop |
|---|---|
| Village | Courchevel 1650 Moriond |
| Rental | Alpine, touring, snowboards, snowshoes, toboggans, sledges |
| Boot fitting | Sidas partnership, custom insoles, free boot exchanges |
| Delivery / storage | Paid on-site lockers; chalet delivery not offered |
| Booking | Online through INTERSPORT Rent or in-store walk-in |
| Price range | Mid-range for Courchevel; rates vary by season and tier |
Why rent here and who it suits best
This branch works exceptionally well for families, cruising intermediates, and recreational skiers staying in Courchevel 1650 Moriond. Because the shop is run locally under the corporate entity Ski & Trail 1650 SASU while being tied to the international Intersport network, you get the reliability of a major brand alongside regional slope knowledge.
If you are taking morning lessons with the local ski school or coordinating children in ski boots, convenience matters more than almost anything else. Stepping out of the shop puts you directly across from the beginner area and meeting points. You avoid loading skis onto public village shuttles or dragging armfuls of poles across village squares.
Who might it not suit? Skiers staying up in Courchevel 1850, Village 1550, or Le Praz will find it inconvenient to travel down to 1650 simply to pick up equipment. While Intersport operates other independent shops across the valley, equipment rented here must be returned here. Travelers looking for dedicated white-glove chalet delivery directly to their private residence should also look at specialized delivery outfitters like White Storm Courchevel 1850, as this shop does not offer chalet drop-off services.
What equipment you can rent
The shop carries a comprehensive selection of modern winter sports gear. Equipment is categorized into clear performance tiers, allowing you to match your gear to your experience level, terrain preference, and budget. The store features an official Elan Pro Shop corner, providing free ski demo tests for skiers who want to try before they buy.
Beyond Elan, the rental fleet includes alpine gear from established alpine manufacturers:
- Downhill alpine skis, boots, and poles for adults and children of all ability tiers.
- Snowboards and supportive snowboard boots for piste and all-mountain riding.
- High-performance carving and freeride skis from Rossignol, Salomon, Head, Atomic, Dynastar, Völkl, K2, Nordica, Stöckli, and Black Crows.
- Ski touring and freerando setups for uphill skinning and backcountry exploration.
- Cross-country skis for classic and skating tracks across local Nordic trails.
- Alternative winter equipment including snowblades, snowscoots, snowshoes for marked walking trails, and sledges for children.
- Assistive Ski-Mojo exoskeleton gear designed to reduce strain and knee pressure on the slopes.
Boots and custom fitting
Painful feet can cut a ski day short faster than bad weather. Standard rental boots do not fit every foot shape out of the box, which is why proper boot fitting is a core service at this shop. The technicians work in partnership with Sidas, a respected name in footbeds and alpine boot comfort.
During your fitting session, staff assess your foot shape and can craft personalized Winter Custom Ski insoles to provide better arch support, improve circulation, and prevent heel slippage. Proper footbeds balance your stance, which reduces leg fatigue over a long day of skiing.
If you head out onto the slopes and notice pressure points or numbness, the shop provides free boot exchanges during your rental period. You can stop by between runs, explain where your feet ache, and have the technicians swap your pair for a different model or adjust the fit.
Workshop tuning and on-site storage
The on-site workshop handles equipment maintenance throughout the winter season. Sharpened edges and a fresh coat of wax make a noticeable difference on cold, hard-packed morning pistes, particularly on early-season descents or shaded slopes. You can bring your own gear in for servicing, binding adjustments, base repairs, edge sharpening, and waxing.
Carrying multiple pairs of skis back to an apartment or hotel up the hill can be exhausting. The shop offers paid equipment storage lockers on-site by prior reservation. These lockers allow you to leave your skis, poles, and damp boots overnight, pick up warm, dry boots the following morning, and head straight to the lift.
Lockers are limited in number, especially during peak school holiday weeks in February. If you want overnight storage right at the foot of the lifts, reserve your space well in advance when booking your equipment online.
Booking ahead, discounts, and prices
Rental prices in Courchevel vary dynamically according to the time of season, equipment level, and rental duration. Peak weeks around Christmas, New Year, and the French school holidays command higher demand than quiet weeks in January or late April.
Booking ahead through the official INTERSPORT Rent platform provides significant cost savings compared to walk-in rates. Advance online reservations typically receive discounts ranging from 20% to 60% off in-store catalog prices. Intersport also provides a free seventh rental day on week-long hires.
To protect against unexpected travel changes, online bookings include the option to add Option Zen, which allows you to cancel your rental up to 24 hours before your scheduled pickup date for added peace of mind.
During the winter season, which runs roughly from early December through late April, the shop is open daily from 08:30 to 19:30. In the summer season, the shop operates daily from 09:00 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 19:00.
Local tip: Collect your equipment from 5:00 PM the evening before your first skiing day at no extra charge. Doing this lets you bypass the busy morning rush on your first ski day, walk straight to the lift when the lifts open, and catch the first tracks on the Ariondaz side.
Getting there and ski schools nearby
The shop is located at Immeuble Les Cascades, 170 Rue Sainte Blandine in Courchevel 1650 Moriond. It stands directly opposite the departure terminal of the Télécabine de l’Ariondaz, which whisks skiers up into the sunny western bowls of Courchevel Moriond.
The position is ideal if you are taking lessons. Directly facing the shop across the street is the Courchevel Moriond Tourist Office and the main meeting point for the ESF ski school. Parents can collect children’s skis, walk across the road, and hand them off to their instructors in just a couple of minutes.
If you are staying elsewhere in the valley and visiting 1650 for the day, free resort shuttle buses connect Courchevel 1850, 1650, 1550, and Le Praz regularly. The Moriond bus stop is just a short walk down the street.
Before you go: helmets, insurance, and trail preparation
Before you step into your bindings, make sure your safety preparations are in order. Ski helmets are strongly encouraged for skiers of all ages and are available for rent alongside children’s and adult ski packages at the shop. Make sure your helmet sits level across your forehead and fits securely without pinching.
Always ensure your travel insurance covers winter sports, on-mountain rescue, and medical repatriation, or purchase local coverage such as Carré Neige when buying your lift pass at the lift office. Medical and evacuation costs in the high mountains add up quickly without coverage.
If you plan to rent touring equipment or explore the unpoured snow outside marked boundaries, carry the necessary safety gear, including an avalanche beacon, probe, and shovel. Check the daily avalanche safety bulletin posted at the lift stations every morning, and never enter off-piste terrain without proper training or a qualified high-mountain guide.
When heading out to the village restaurants and bars after skiing, remember that the legal drinking age in France is 18. Avoid driving on winter mountain roads after a drink; walk carefully on snow-covered streets or use the free village shuttle bus network to get back to your lodging safely.
What recent visitors say
A quick, honest snapshot from recent Google reviews, so you know what to expect before you go.
What people liked
“Good sports shop with very friendly staff.”
“Excellent service and good equipment.”
“Top-notch service. Professional advice! Always attentive to customers.”
Reviews via Google Maps. Opinions are those of their authors.
Frequently asked questions
Can I pick up my rental skis the evening before my booking starts?
Yes. Equipment can be collected from 5:00 PM on the day before your first paid skiing day at no extra cost. This allows you to fit your boots and adjust bindings without rushing on your first morning.
Does Intersport Courchevel 1650 deliver skis to private chalets?
No, this shop does not offer direct chalet delivery service. All equipment must be fitted, collected, and returned on-site at the shop in Immeuble Les Cascades.
What happens if my rental ski boots hurt my feet during the week?
The shop provides free boot exchanges during your rental period. You can return to the boot-fitting workshop at any point, where technicians will assess the problem, make adjustments, or try a different boot model.
How close is the shop to the ski slopes and lifts?
The shop sits directly across the street from the departure station of the Ariondaz gondola. It also directly faces the Courchevel Moriond Tourist Office and the ESF ski school meeting grounds.
Find it
Address: Immeuble Les Cascades, 170 Rue Ste Blandine, 73120 Courchevel, France
