Mountain Biking in Briançon — Bike Park, Trails & MTB Rental

Serre Chevalier has 300+ kilometres of marked trails and a gondola-served bike park with 25+ descents, making it the main MTB area in the southern Alps. The season runs from late June to mid-September. Trail bikes, e-MTBs, and downhill bikes are available across four villages from €35/day, with e-MTBs often sold out in July and August if not booked ahead.

The Serre Chevalier Bike Park

The main bike park is served by gondola from Chantemerle and covers 25+ descents from blue to black.

• 25+ marked descents from green to black grade
• Gondola access from Chantemerle (1350m); no pedalling required to get up
• Blue, red, and black descents from 2085m to 1350m
• Full-face helmet and body armour strongly recommended for red and black runs
• Bike park day pass required separately from ski passes; approximately €35/day

Trail Riding Beyond the Bike Park

Outside the bike park, 300km+ of cross-country and trail riding links the four villages.

• Singletrack trails connecting Chantemerle, Villeneuve, and Monêtier
• E-MTBs are recommended for the big climbs; valley trails gain 1000m+ of elevation
• Trail difficulty from easy river valley paths to technical high-mountain routes
• GPS track downloads available from the resort trail app

MTB Rental in Briançon

Rental shops are available in all four villages.

• Hardtail trail bike from €35–€45/day
• Full-suspension trail bike from €45–€60/day
• Downhill bike from €60–€75/day (required for black runs in the bike park)
• E-MTB (electric mountain bike) from €60–€80/day
• Book ahead in July and August; e-MTBs sell out fast

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Serre Chevalier good for mountain biking?

Yes. 300km+ of marked trails, a gondola-served bike park with 25+ descents from green to black, and rental shops in all four villages. It suits all levels, and the gondola means beginners get proper descents without having to earn them on a climb first.

How much does mountain bike rental cost in Briançon?

Trail bikes are €35–€45/day, full-suspension €45–€60/day, e-MTBs €60–€80/day. Book e-MTBs and downhill bikes ahead in July and August — they sell out.