La Mongie is part of the Grand Tourmalet ski area, which it forms together with Barèges in the French Pyrenees. With varied slopes, impressive mountain views and direct access to the Pic du Midi, the resort is a great choice for beginners, families and experienced skiers alike.
The INTERSPORT Rent shop in La Mongie is located right at the Pic du Midi cable car station and by the slopes, so you can collect your equipment exactly where your ski day begins. Book your skis or snowboard online before you arrive and enjoy practical benefits such as cancellation up to 24 hours before pick-up, online discounts, the 7th rental day free, equipment pick-up from 5pm on the day before and the option to exchange your gear as snow conditions vary.
Your benefits when renting skis in La Mongie
Do you want to start your winter holiday stress-free and without having to worry about bulky luggage? Renting your gear in La Mongie keeps your arrival simple and gives you more freedom throughout your stay. Instead of bringing your own skis, boots or snowboard, you can rely on equipment prepared for your rental period and adapted to your ability level.
Why rent your ski equipment in La Mongie?
- Less luggage, more comfort: Travel light and collect your ski or snowboard equipment directly in the resort.
- A smoother start to your ski day: With online booking, your equipment can be prepared in advance, so you spend less time organising your rental on site.
- Flexible pick-up options: Depending on your booking, you can collect your equipment from 5 pm the day before your first rental day.
- More flexibility during your stay: If your plans, preferences or the snow conditions change, you can ask the team about switching to a more suitable model.
- Personal expert advice: Our RENTertainers help you choose equipment that matches your ability level, from comfortable beginner skis to performance, carving or freeride models.
- Useful rental advantages: Benefit from services such as online discounts, cancellation up to 24 hours before pick-up and the 7th rental day free.
INTERSPORT Rent ski rental shop in La Mongie
The INTERSPORT Rent shop in La Mongie is your local contact for ski and snowboard rental at the Pic du Midi cable car. Whether you are planning relaxed days on the slopes of the Grand Tourmalet, a family holiday or a freeride adventure around the Pic du Midi, the team on site will help you find equipment that matches your level, your plans and the current snow conditions. The RENTertainers on site will advise you on the right setup, from comfortable equipment for your first turns to more advanced models for sporty skiing, changing snow conditions or off-piste terrain.
At the shop, you can choose from a wide range of winter sports equipment:
- Beginner-friendly skis
- Carving skis
- Performance models
- Freeride and all-mountain skis
- Snowboards and boots
- Ski boots, poles and helmets
- Safety gear and avalanche equipment
In addition to ski and snowboard rental, the shop offers useful on-site services such as equipment advice, ski storage options and support if you would like to change your gear during your stay.
Book your equipment online
Once you know when you are travelling to La Mongie, you can reserve your ski or snowboard equipment online in just a few steps: Choose your rental location, enter your rental period, select the right equipment for yourself and your companions, and complete your booking online.
Your equipment will be prepared for collection at the INTERSPORT Rent shop in La Mongie. This saves time upon arrival and makes it easier to start your first ski day without organising everything on site.
Skirental shops - La Mongie
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Skiing in La Mongie: freeride adventures in the Pyrenees
The ski resorts of La Mongie and Barèges make up the Grand Tourmalet ski area. In the southwest of France, 100 kilometres of ski runs await. A variety of lifts take you up to an altitude of 2,500 metres above sea level.
Together, the two resorts make the Grand Tourmalet Pic du Midi – La Mongie/Barèges ski area one of the largest ski areas in the Pyrenees. From La Mongie, you can take the cable car to the top of Pic du Midi de Bigorre (2,877 metres). From the observatory, you’ll enjoy stunning 360-degree views of the Pyrenees.
By the way: From Pic du Midi, several freeride slopes lead daredevils down into the valley. The area is known for being a true winter sports eldorado for freeride skiers and snowboarders. In the INTERSPORT Rent shops on site, you can get the perfect equipment for the breathtakingly beautiful descents.
More about the ski resort
At La Mongie ski resort, even little skiers get to conquer numerous kilometres of slopes. There are a lot of green (very easy) and blue ski runs to choose from, many of them lead through forest passages. So skiing certainly never gets boring there!
If you’re into freeriding, you should head from La Mongie to the summit of Pic du Midi. There are numerous off-piste and powder-snow slopes on this mountain. For another kind of adrenaline rush, visit La Mongie's snow park, the Parc des Etoiles. That’s where you can practice your skiing or snowboarding tricks on the various rails and jumps.
Freestyle fun in the snow parks of the Grand Tourmalet
If you are looking for some adrenaline rushes besides the groomed slopes, the snow park of the Grand Tourmalet ski resort welcomes you with open arms. Get the twintips or the snowboard you need at the INTERSPORT Rent shop and enjoy your time in the “Parc des Etoiles”. Playing around here means freedom: On various lines you can improve your skills on the jumps, rails and boxes. The area itself features different lines for all levels.
Activities in and around La Mongie
Away from the slopes, La Mongie offers a varied leisure programme to suit all tastes. Visitors can explore the snow-covered winter landscape on snowshoes, enjoy thrilling sledging rides or admire the Pyrenees from a bird's eye view while paragliding. Adventure seekers can go on a skidoo or dog sled ride or try their hand at ice climbing on the Pic du Midi icefall, which is also suitable for beginners.
For families with kids the resort has also some activities to offer. There are special areas for building igloos and playing in the snow. Those seeking relaxation can unwind in the thermal baths of the nearby spa town of Bagnères-de-Bigorre. The observatory on the Pic du Midi also offers spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and hosts special events and stargazing sessions.
What’s waiting for you in La Mongie?
- Approx. 100 km of slopes
- A freeride eldorado on Pic du Midi
- The Parc des Etoiles snow park
- 50 km of cross-country ski trails
- 17 km of signposted snowshoe trails on the Plateau du Lienz
- A night ski area that is open in the evening
Skiing in La Mongie is right for you if ...
… you want to gaze at the stars from the observatory on Pic du Midi de Bigorre.
… you enjoy skiing through idyllic forest passages.
… you want to relax in one of the thermal springs in Barèges.
… you are keen to explore the sky through the observatory on top of the Pic du Midi.
… you are looking for unforgettable freeride adventures in the well-known backcountry terrain.
… you are a passionate park skier or snowboarder and want to show off your skills in the Parc des Etoiles.
… you would like to visit the largest ski area in the French Pyrenees.
Frequently asked questions about ski rental in La Mongie
Where can I rent skis in La Mongie?
You can rent skis or snowboards at the INTERSPORT Rent shop in La Mongie, located right by the Pic du Midi cable car and close to the slopes. This is a convenient option if you want to collect your equipment directly in the resort.
Can I book my ski equipment before arriving in La Mongie?
Yes, you can reserve your skis and snowboard online before your trip. Your equipment will be prepared for your rental period, helping you save time when you arrive in La Mongie.
Is it possible to cancel my online booking?
Cancellation conditions depend on your booking and any cancellation option selected. With the Option Zen, you can cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the start of your rental without cancellation fees, although administrative fees and the cost of Option Zen are excluded. Please check the applicable booking conditions when reserving your equipment online.
Can I change my skis or snowboard during my stay?
Yes. If your plans, preferences or the snow conditions change, you can ask the INTERSPORT Rent team about switching to a more suitable model during your rental period.
Is La Mongie suitable for beginners?
Yes, La Mongie and the Grand Tourmalet ski area offer varied slopes for different ability levels, including options for beginners and families. If you are new to skiing, the INTERSPORT Rent team can help you choose equipment that is comfortable and easy to handle.
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Our RENTertainers recommend
A journey to the stars: That's what it feels like to visit the observatory at the top of Pic du Midi. The 19th century observatory can be reached by cable car from Bagnères de Bigorre via La Mongie. From the top of the mountain, you’ll enjoy 360-degree views of the entire Pyrenees mountain range.
A 3,300 square dark-sky reserve has been created around the observatory. It restricts artificial light pollution and thus ensures you’ll get to see the stars. What’s more, you can also spend the night up there – the observatory accommodates up to 27 people.
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