What to do and see in Chamonix, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes: The Best Gear Rentals

March 5, 2022 Margarita Chappel

As host of the first Winter Olympics in 1924, Chamonix will always have a place in the history books. Its main attractions are Mont-Blanc (Western Europe's tallest mountain) and the many ski areas that face the Chamonix Valley. Steep slopes and extreme weather conditions suit advanced skiers best, but there are also runs for beginners. Just make sure everyone in your party knows a green circle from a black diamond. Oh, and another note for the history books—Pierce Brosnan was here (filming a James Bond movie, The World Is Not Enough).
Restaurants in Chamonix

1. Sanglard Sports

199 Place du Mont Blanc, 74400, Chamonix France +33 4 50 53 24 70 [email protected] http://www.rentski.com
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5.0 based on 79 reviews

Sanglard Sports

The Sanglard Sports headquarters is situated at the Place du Mont Blanc roundabout and is open all year round. Our multicultural team will be delighted to welcome you into our store and propose ski and boot rental in winter and mountaineering equipment rental during the summer months. We have a high-tech ski workshop run by Pierrot who has more than 20 years in the business under his belt. If you are in search for the perfect pair of downhill or touring ski boots, look no further!! Our specialists offer a tailor-made bootfitting service and will endeavour to find you the best boots to fit your feet(no matter how weird you think they might be) Our Chamonix shop has free parking and a public underground carpark directly across from the shop(free for the first hour) We also have a large selection of accessories/skis and clothing.

Reviewed By jonpR8182NL - Kensworth, United Kingdom

Great equipment and great customer service - in particular in helping us during the COVID lockdown. The staff were happy when we changed equipment during our hire and helpful in advising on the bear gear. We hired from the Argentiere shop which is really well located next to the main lift. Would highly recommend.

2. Balmat Sport

92 Place du Prarion, 74310 Les Houches, Chamonix France +33 4 50 54 22 48 [email protected] http://www.balmat-sport.fr/
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Balmat Sport

3. SLASH Chamonix

404 rue Joseph Vallot, 74400, Chamonix France +33 9 73 24 81 84 [email protected] http://www.slashchamonix.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

SLASH Chamonix

We ride what we rent! SLASH is the hot spot in Chamonix for all bike sales, rentals and services. SLASH is a team of passionated riders who would help you select your next equipment: road bike, Mountain bike, Electric bike, City bike, for all ages, man and woman. Also SLASH offers a large selection of clothing and accessories.

4. Namaste Sport

141 rue Charlet Straton, 74400 Argentiere, Chamonix France +33 4 50 34 39 68 [email protected] http://www.namastesport.com
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Namaste Sport

Namaste Sport in Argentiere Chamonix Valley have all the equipment that you need to get the most out off your holiday, In winter we can offer a great choise off the latest equipement for skiing , offpiste , skitouring, skis for children, to buy or to hire !! In summer we offer bikerental, gear for montaneering ,climbing ,walkin etc. We offer you all the gear that you need for your holidays in Chamonix Valley, Argentiere and the Grands Montets Resort. The Shop Namaste Sport is located in the heart of the village of Argentière (Chamonix Valley) 20meters from the bus stop by the railway station and 5 minutes walking from the Grand Montets Welcome !!

Reviewed By ZoeVacay

I hit up the owner (Rob) via email before kicking off my TMB trek to secure hiking poles and got quick confirmation and friendly service when I arrived. Good pricing and convenient location to where I was staying. Would definitely recommend if you're in the area and don't want to deal with heading into Chamonix!

5. Savoy Sports

375 rue Charlet Straton, 74400 Argentiere, Chamonix France +33 4 50 54 00 40 http://www.location-ski-argentiere.com/
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Savoy Sports

6. Sanglard Velo Electrique

199 Place du Mont Blanc, 74400, Chamonix France +33 4 50 53 87 08 [email protected] https://www.sanglard-electric.com/
Excellent
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Good
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5.0 based on 99 reviews

Sanglard Velo Electrique

Sanglard Electric Bikes is the Chamonix specialist to rent eBike. 17 eBike Hardtail, 6 eBike Full Suspention 5 eBike junior (24" & 26") - Discover with ease the Beautiful Chamonix Valley - An activity for the whole family - Large selection of trails

Reviewed By Ioantj

Hired a beautifully well maintained Lapierre full suspension e bike today . My first foray into what i guess is a new sport . I do a lot of mountain biking in big mountains, but this was a attempt to open up bigger days and territory . The bike was amazing .I expected a helping hand up hill but was amazed to find a fast , but nimble bike on the descents .Anybody who rides Chamonix will now it’s gnarly ,tight and steep.Managed 50km and 2400m on one charge. Mike at Sanglard knows the area well , supplies new well prepared bikes and comes highly recommended by me . Check him out if you want to open up big days in Chamonix .

7. Legend'Chx

218 avenue de l Aiguille du Midi, 74400, Chamonix France +33 4 50 90 22 25 [email protected] http://www.legendchx.com
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Legend'Chx

Our approachable and friendly team will help you find bike, ski touring or splitboard gear suited to your level and budget. Summer: immersion in the world of cycling: mountain bikes, road bikes, electric bikes with market leaders. Winter: come and discover the First Blackcrows nest freebird touring in the world. Premium rental: MTB, road bikes, ski touring and splitboard. #legendchx #RideUpRidedown

Reviewed By PatrickW2875

Competent, friendly staff and great products. Should be one of your first stops for Chamonix mountain gear.

8. Cham'Sport

120 Place du Poilu Centre Station, 74400, Chamonix France +33 3 34 55 97 76 [email protected] http://www.chamsport.com
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Cham'Sport

9. Concept Pro Shop

610 route Blanche, 74400, Chamonix France +33 4 50 54 21 43 [email protected] http://conceptproshopchamonix.com/
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Concept Pro Shop

Welcome to Concept Pro Shop. Test center, high performance work shop,Marmot,Faction, Blizzard & Volkl pro shop. Alpine, freeride and backcountry rando style ski test center and best of all Free Beer powered by MBC! Not just a shop a Concept. Are you sick of seeing the same layout in every ski shop? All skis in one corner, clothes in another and rentals stuck in the middle. At Concept, each brand we work with has created their own space to highlight their products the best way they know how to. Our workshop has the latest in tuning technology and the best ski man in the business; Dr. Dave. Like a symphony orchestra conductor he can operate our Wintersteiger Discovery SS with surgeon precision to bring your skis back to life. In addition to our rental department we have plenty of clothing, equipment and accessories available to buy, whatever you like to do in the mountains. In our technical clothing ranges, we have everything you need for a perfect layering system to suit all budgets. You'l find some great looking 100% merino wool base layers, long and short sleeve tops and long johns to keep you warm. We have a large selection of windproof, waterproof and softshell jackets and trousers from the super-lightweight. If you're in need of outdoor accessories, look no further. This year, as well as the usual socks, gloves, sunglasses and headwear, we are working with our partners to bring you essential equipment for climbing and alpinism. You can also stock up on the little things that will make your time in the mountains and refuges more comfortable. Anyone say apres-ski? We know skiing is a social sport and we wanted to bring these festivities to the shop. What a better way to do this than by having the busiest bar in town at the shop. We are thrilled to have the Micro Brasserie Chamonix create what we like to call "the riders corner" in our shop*. Enjoying a cold one at the end of an epic session is what we are about! So if you are looking for a ski shop unlike any other ski shop (in the world) then look no further, come on over!

10. Sport 2000 Cham'Sport Aiguille du Midi

92 Place Edmond Desailloud, 74400, Chamonix France +33 9 83 53 85 08 http://www.sport2000.fr/magasin/sport-2000-montagne/sport-2000-cham-sport-aiguille-du-midi.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Sport 2000 Cham'Sport Aiguille du Midi

Reviewed By Jay3ee

Alain and Max are fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble for these guys. Super friendly, really helpful and nothing was too much trouble for them. Great service from start to finish. Thank you and see you next year!

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