- Can I fly my hobby drone?
Do you own a recreational drone and want to make a film of your holiday with aerial images of Dévoluy?
The operation of unmanned aircraft is covered by Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947 of 24 May 2019 on rules and procedures for the operation of unmanned aircraft. This regulation has been applicable since 31 December 2020.Pending the availability of the above-mentioned training courses and until 1 January 2023, the leisure training courses available on the Fox Alpha Tango website or from the federations (FFAM and UFOLEP) allow you to operate in open sub-categories A1 and A3.
Note: remote pilots operating drones weighing less than 250g in these sub-categories are not required to take this training course. They must, however, familiarise themselves with the user manual for their aircraft supplied by the manufacturer.
> It is therefore the responsibility of the owner of a remotely piloted aircraft to find out about the legislation in force before flying their drone.
Here are the links to the institutional sites regulating the operation of drones in the so-called open category (for recreational drones):
Ministry of Ecological Transition website ;
Géopartail map of prohibited or regulated flight zones;
Alpha Tango portal for registering your drone;Finally, for your information, the Bure plateau is covered by an Arrêté de Protection de Biotope (Biotope Protection Order) and is therefore regulated. For any flight over the plateau de Bure, a request for authorisation is compulsory.
- Where can I go with my dog?
As a result of a number of incidents of incivility, dogs are banned from the snow fronts. However, they are allowed on public roads throughout the rest of the resorts.
Dogs in a re-sealable bag or fitted with a harness are allowed in the Fontettes telemix cabins.
Dogs are not allowed on the ski slopes!
To find pet-friendly accommodation, see our dedicated page.
Please note: from 15 June to 15 October, dogs are not allowed in the Drôme mountain pastures, even on a lead (see map of areas concerned). There are reminder signs on hiking trails bordering the Drôme. When hiking in the mountains, always be careful when approaching herds, keep your dog on a lead and walk around the herd. When a guard dog arrives, never hug your dog.
Find out more about how to behave in the presence of guard dogs here.
- I need help finding accommodation
Some accommodation can be booked online, others cannot. In all cases, you can contact our reservation centre by telephone on 04 92 58 91 91, at the same times as the Tourist Office. You can also find all our accommodation here.
- What is the state of the roads and do they need special equipment?
Check road conditions live on info routes 05.
In winter, special equipment is compulsory (snow tyres or chains), even when the roads are clear. This way, you can be sure of being able to set off again in the event of snowfall during your stay.
- What will the weather be like during my stay?
Find the 3-day weather forecast on this page.
- Are there any restaurants and shops open in the off-season?
Yes, you can find the list of businesses open in the off-season on the pages below. Use the filter to display only the restaurants.
- I've lost something, what should I do?
The Tourist Office reception desks offer a “lost property” service. Visit one of these offices to try and find your lost belongings.
- How can I book ski lessons?
Dévoluy has a French Ski School and independent instructors.
Book online on their website or by phone.
- Where can you ski or snowshoe in the ski area?
There are marked trails for this purpose. You can find them on the piste map.
It is forbidden to engage in these activities in the downhill ski area, including outside opening hours (grooming machines equipped with winches are present!).
- Where can you go tobogganing in the resort?
Two toboggan runs are available and marked out on the two snow fronts:
- In Superdévoluy: next to the Piou-Piou area ;
- At La Joue du Loup: opposite the snow front square.
These runs are accessible during ski area opening hours.
Dévoluge” tobogganing on rails is also available on the Superdévoluy snow front.
- I don't ski, what can I do?
There’s a whole range of activities to discover in Le Dévoluy when you’re not skiing: check out our guide to find the off-ski activities that suit you!
- What activities are available in winter?
- The Dévoluy alpine domain has 100 km of runs for all levels and tastes.
- The Nordic ski area offers 3 types of trail:
– 18 km of cross-country ski trails for all levels, with daily grooming, starting from Superdévoluy ;
– 2 cross-country ski itineraries, with grooming depending on snow conditions, from La Joue du Loup;
– 20 km of multi-activity itineraries: pedestrians, snowshoeing, fatbikes, cross-country skiing and ski touring, with free access from Superdévoluy, La Joue du Loup and Col du Festre. - Weekly events are also on offer throughout the season, with 2 new highlights:
– Arc Trappeur: an adventure combining snowshoeing and archery;
– Orienteering games on snowshoes to learn how to find your bearings and discover the Nordic area in a different way. - There are also a number of professional activities available in the massif (snowshoeing, caving, quad biking, dog sledding, etc.), which you can find out more about here.
Find out more about the range of outdoor and indoor activities on the different pages of the website!
- What activities are on offer over the Christmas and February periods?
Find all the events in our online diary, and the winter highlightson our dedicated page.
The pre-filtered diary for the Christmas holidays is available here.
- What are the off-season activities?
In the low season you can enjoy the following activities:
- Hiking, mountain biking, trail running, Via ferrata and Via souterrata, rock climbing;
- The sports centre at Superdévoluy is open;
- The Odycéa centre , les bains du Dévoluy is open;
- L’aventure jeux Altaïr in the village of Agnières en Dévoluy, l’aventure jeux Clapéou in Superdévoluy;
- The tennis courts are open in Saint-Étienne en Dévoluy (bookings must be made at the Tourist Office).
Find all the activities to do in the shoulder season below:
- Is there a snowmobile activity?
Yes, Dévoluy offers a snowmobile activity, departing from Superdévoluy: Scoot Aventure.
For the younger ones, Dévoluy Scoot Kid offers driving lessons on the Superdévoluy snow front.
- Is there a sled dog activity?
Yes, dog sledding is available at La Joue du Loup, at the top of the Fontettes telemix.
Booking essential. For full details, click here.
- What snowshoeing routes are there?
Snowshoe trails are marked in pink on the Nordic map, which you can find here.
Would you like to get off the marked trails in complete safety? Set off on an adventure in the company of a specialised guide, and discover the wild corners of Dévoluy!
- What can you do in the event of bad weather?
In the event of bad weather during your stay, consult our “in the event of bad weather” section . Find out about farm visits, cinemas, bowling, relaxation and wellbeing, and even caving!
- Are hiking maps available?
We have maps and topo guides (IGN OT3337, Topo sur les sentiers du Dévoluy etc…) available for sale in the Tourist Offices, or you can order them by sending us a cheque (price of the topo + stamp).
A map showing the starting points for each hike and a map of the multi-activity routes in the Nordic area are also available for consultation in the Tourist Offices.
- Is there a public swimming pool open in winter?
No, there are no public swimming pools open in the resorts in winter.
However, some accommodation establishments do have swimming pools.
In Superdévoluy :
- L’Orée des Pistes
- Le Hameau du Puy
In La Joue du Loup :
- Les Chalets de la Lauzière
- Les Mélèzes / Les Chaumattes
- Les Flocons du soleil
In the Valley :
- La Neyrette
- Le Cabanou
- Is the via souterrata open?
The via souterrata is now only accessible in the company of a guide. All the latest information is on the dedicated page.
WARNING in the event of thunderstorms or difficult access in winter.
Minimum height: 1.40 m.
Come and discover the “Cathedral” route, an extension of the “Chatière”.
You’ll cover a total of 500m, with a second section that is both aerial and sporty.
Allow 1h30 for the full itinerary. Thrills guaranteed! - Is the lift pass included if I take ski lessons?
No, the ski pass is not included.
Before buying your ski pass, we advise you to check with the ski school or instructor.
- Is the ski area suitable for families?
Le Dévoluy offers a reassuring, family-friendly ski area, with slopes and play areas on the snow fronts designed for little ones.
- What are the estate's opening times?
- From 14 December to 30 March, the ski lifts open at 9am. They close at 4.30pm at high altitude and at 5pm at the bottom of the snow front.
- From 31 March to 21 April, the lifts are open from 9am to 3pm.
Watch out for the links back to your accommodation!
Outside opening hours, access to the ski area is forbidden by municipal by-law.
- What equipment is allowed on the ski lifts?
Snow-scooters, bike-skis, chair-skis, snooc/yooner and go-to-skis are authorised, but not on all ski lifts. You can find the list of snow sports authorised on ski lifts on this page: https://www.ledevoluy.com/hiver/ski-et-glisse/securite-et-infos-legales/engins-autorises-sur-les-remontees-mecaniques/
On the other hand, sledges and snowboards are prohibited on all ski lifts.
- Is my dog allowed on the ski lifts?
Dogs in a bag or fitted with a harness are allowed in the Fontettes telemix cabins.
Dogs are not allowed on the ski slopes!
- Do children have to be a certain height to use the lifts?
Children under 1.25m must be accompanied.
It is best to board on the side of the agent on site, so that you can benefit from his or her assistance and your child can be seated in the seats fitted with the anti-slip device.
- What should I do if I am involved in an accident or witness an accident?
After protecting the victim to avoid another accident, call the emergency services (04 92 58 82 82) and try to be precise about your location (beacon number, name of runway, nearest facility, etc.).
- How can I find out about the opening conditions?
- Can the weather conditions lead to the closure of ski lift facilities?
All chairlifts and the Fontettes telemix are equipped with anemometers. To ensure your safety, these installations are shut down when the wind reaches around 70 km/h.
Some very exposed lifts may also close depending on the strength of the wind.
- Can the weather conditions pose a danger?
The tracks are secured by our teams.
Please respect the devices in place (closed pistes, speed bumps, etc.).
In the event of fog or sudden deterioration in visibility, the fluorescent orange-tipped markers are positioned on the right-hand side of the runway.
- Do I need a lift pass to access the snow gardens?
No, you don’t need a lift pass for children enrolled in the snow garden.
- Is the lift pass included if I take ski lessons?
No, the ski pass is not included.
Before buying your ski pass, we advise you to check with the ski school or instructor.
- What are the pricing conditions for people with disabilities?
On presentation of their CMI card with the mention INVALIDITE, 50% discount is granted to the disabled person and 1 accompanying person (provided that the accompanying person skis exclusively with the disabled person).
Only at the ticket office: day, 3-hour and no-limit passes.
- What methods of payment are accepted at points of sale?
The following methods of payment are accepted at the points of sale: Credit card (excluding American Express), cash (up to a limit of €1,000), and ANCV E-connect holiday vouchers.
Paper ANCV holiday vouchers and gift vouchers are not accepted. You can convert your old ANCV paper cheques to E-Connect via this link.
- Where are the automatic purchase terminals located?
The kiosks are accessible 24/7.
- In Superdévoluy: they are on the snow front and opposite the Sherpa shop.
- At La Joue du Loup: they are located right next to the ticket offices.
- What are the opening hours of the sales outlets?
Points of sale :
- In La Joue du Loup: on the snow front, near the ESF.
- In Superdévoluy: outside the Maison d’Accueil.
The ticket offices are open every day, from 8.45am to 5pm, throughout the period when the ski area is open.
These opening times may be extended at weekends and during school holidays, depending on the number of visitors.
- Where can I collect my skipass ordered online?
You can collect your skipass from the location you chose when you placed your order:
- either the Joue du Loup sales outlet,
- or the one in Superdévoluy,
- or an automatic terminal.
The collection point is indicated on your order confirmation.
Orders can be collected immediately from the point of sale and from the kiosks.
If you have topped up cards already in your possession and entered their numbers when you placed your order, the top-up is instantaneous.
- How quickly can I collect my skipasses ordered online?
Processing times vary according to the method of collection selected and are as follows:
- For collection at a kiosk: 24 hours
- For collection at a point of sale: 48 hours
- For home delivery: 8 days
Please note: If you have topped up cards already in your possession whose numbers you entered when you placed your order, the top-up is instantaneous.
- What should I do if I've entered the wrong date for the first day of use of the pass?
Apart from the exceptions specified below, you can request a change to this date by telephone (04.92.58.82.82), by e-mail (info@devoluy.ski) or directly at the points of sale.
Exceptions :
- Certain dated offers (Weekend) cannot be shifted.
- Skipasses purchased via a partner.
- What should I do after reloading the cards in my possession?
If you’ve already topped up the cards you have by entering their numbers when ordering, you don’t need to do anything else – you can go and enjoy them straight away 😉
- Can I top up a card from another resort or from a previous season?
You can use any card compatible with our system, whatever its origin.
Compatible cards have a serial number starting with 01-1614… (Except Chamrousse and Domaine Nordique)
They are very common, so don’t hesitate to reuse them if you already have one!
Your holder must be used only once a day. Do not load 2 passes onto the same hands-free holder (even on different dates as long as the 1st pass has not been used up).
- Can I lend my skipass or share it with others during my stay?
No. Skipasses are personal, non-transferable and non-transferable tickets. Checks are carried out at ski lift departures.
- What proof of age do I need to apply for discounts?
Proof of age is compulsory for all discounted offers. The date of birth must appear on the document presented: identity card, passport, Mutuelle card, etc. are accepted.
Please note: for the “student” discount, you must meet 2 conditions: be a student AND be under 25.
- Is emergency assistance free in the event of an accident?
If you have purchased Assur’Glisse insurance (€3/day/person) with your skipass, you will not have to pay any costs on presentation of the proof provided.
If this is not the case, you will have to pay the rescue costs. Prices range from €460 to several thousand euros.
- Is the lift pass included if I take ski lessons?
No, the ski pass is not included.
Before buying your ski pass, we advise you to check with the ski school or instructor.
- Do I need a lift pass to access the snow gardens?
No, you don’t need a lift pass for children enrolled in the snow garden.
