Which ski resorts are near Reims?

Looking for an accessible destination to indulge your passion for skiing? The closest ski resort to Reims is undoubtedly Gérardmer, in the Vosges. In a preserved natural setting belonging to the Ballons des Vosges Regional Natural Park, you will discover a rejuvenating destination, just 3h30 drive from Reims. 
The ski area there is human-sized, with 40 km of downhill ski slopes and about fifteen ski lifts, and a Nordic area also offering 40 km of cross-country ski trails, hiking and snowshoeing trails, etc.
To ensure you rent quality winter sports equipment during your holidays, a Sport 2000 store awaits you in the heart of the Gérardmer - Xonrupt resort.

Head to the Jura to discover a second ski resort close to Reims. Les Rousses is a locality in the Jura, offering a pleasant small ski area, with approximately 43 downhill ski slopes marked, culminating at over 1600 meters of altitude. From the Grand Est, it will take you about 4h30 by car to get to the resort. 
In the heart of the Jura, this destination is also popular for its very vast cross-country ski area, with no less than 220 km of Nordic trails. On the program for your stay: immersion in nature and the discovery of numerous winter activities.

Still in the Jura massif, the ski resort of Lélex is a quality choice for a ski trip from Reims. Families particularly appreciate this small authentic, exotic village, characterized by its traditional wooden chalets. Downhill ski enthusiasts can enjoy pleasant descents on site, with the fifteen slopes of the area and use the 7 ski lifts available. Other ski areas are accessible from the resort to extend the skiing surface and available activities: Mijoux, Chézery-Forens and Crozet.

Do you like nature, wide open spaces and mountain adventure? No doubt the ski resort of Mont-Dore 6 hours drive from Reims will undoubtedly charm you. Located in Auvergne, it offers an ideal setting for many winter sports activities. Between lakes, mountains and volcanoes, this spa resort has a lot to offer and also provides access to the very comfortable ski area of Grand Sancy. Skiers and snowboarders of all levels will thus enjoy 84 km of slopes, two snowparks and dedicated areas for off-piste in complete safety. You can also access the other large resort in the area, Super-Besse, which has downhill ski slopes and several sectors for Nordic skiing, hiking, etc.
In the commune, two Sport 2000 stores welcome you to offer quality ski equipment at the best price.

Would you like to go to the Alps from Champagne-Ardenne ? Then, head to Isère to discover the ski resort of 7 Laux, a 6h10 drive from Reims. In the heart of the Belledonne Massif, you will go to one of the three sites of the resort: Le Pleynet, Prapoutel or Pipay. The 7 Laux ski area extends over two slopes, and offers 120 km of slopes with varied levels for everyone's enjoyment. You can practice downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, go explore nature by hiking snowshoeing, go sledding… Guaranteed fun for both children and adults.

To enjoy the snow in the best conditions, a Sport 2000 store is located in the heart of the commune, between the ESF and the Tourist Office. You can rent everything you need for your winter mountain stay, from downhill skiing to snowboarding, including off-piste skis, touring skis, a sledge, etc.

Do you prefer large and major resorts to fully enjoy your winter sports holidays? One of the most impressive ski resorts near Reims is undoubtedly the famous Courchevel. It will take you 6h30 by car to reach it from the city of kings. This destination, where celebrities and experienced skiers meet, has plenty to delight ski enthusiasts with the 3 Vallées ski area. Whatever your level, you can learn or perfect your technique on approximately 600 km of slopes.

The locality Courchevel Le Praz located at 1300 meters above sea level, is the historical village of the resort and will charm you with its old stones and typical Savoyard architecture. A Sport 2000 store is located there to allow you to enjoy all ski equipment rental services: downhill skiing, snowboard, cross-country skiing…

Other possibilities are of course available to you for practicing downhill skiing, cross-country skiing or other winter sports departing from Reims. For example, consider Arc 1600, Arc 1800 and Arc 2000 (between 6h30 and 7h by car or 7h by train with a connection in Paris, then in Chambéry, to Bourg-Saint-Maurice train station, then funicular), to Le Lioran (6h30 travel time), to Métabief (4h30 by car), to Saint Jean de Sixt (5h45 by car), to Saint-Jean-d’Aulps (6h), etc. In short, from Champagne-Ardenne, count between 4 and 7 hours drive to reach the main resorts of the Vosges, the Jura and the Northern Alps!