SYBELLES.SKI
Les Sybelles is a French linked ski resort domain operating six interconnected stations in the Maurienne valley, selling lift passes, summer activity passes, and tourism services directly to individual leisure consumers and families through offices, online, and a mobile app.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1967
- HeadquartersVillarembert, France
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
What SYBELLES.SKI does
Les Sybelles is a French ski resort domain operating six interconnected mountain stations in the Maurienne valley of the French Alps, anchoring around the historic Le Corbier station (founded 1967) and the broader Les Sybelles brand (organized in 2003). The company sells lift passes, activity bookings, and tourism services directly to individual leisure consumers and families. The core product is a season-wide six-day pass (€52 benchmark) and a single-ascent ticket (€10.30), distributed through physical ticket offices, an online platform (skiperformance.com), automatic machines, and a cross-platform mobile application on iOS and Android. The digital infrastructure layers live webcams, real-time snow and weather data from Lumiplan and Pirate Weather, and an interactive piste map, with web development handled by IRIS Interactive.
The business model is consumer-facing destination revenue: winter lift passes for downhill skiing, summer passes (€195.50) for hiking and mountain biking between July 4 and August 28, 2026, plus ancillary activity bookings and tourism services such as the Pass'Partout inter-station loyalty card and a reforestation partnership with the Office National des Forêts (ONF). Marketing reach is amplified by repeated inclusion in the Tour de France (2006, 2012, 2015, and 2026), which leverages the Col de la Croix de Fer as a marquee climb. The operating entity is small (1-10 employees at the domain-management level), consistent with a coordinating structure that delegates lift operations, ski schools, and hospitality to the six stations and their concessionaires rather than running them in-house. No ownership structure, funding rounds, M&A, or executive team is disclosed in the available data.
SYBELLES.SKI firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- SYBELLES.SKI
- Legal name
- Les Sybelles
- Website
- https://sybelles.ski
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1967
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Les Sybelles is a French linked ski resort domain operating six interconnected stations in the Maurienne valley, selling lift passes, summer activity passes, and tourism services directly to individual leisure consumers and families through offices, online, and a mobile app.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
SYBELLES.SKI industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Ski Resort Operations
- NAICS
- Skiing Facilities (71392), Skiing Facilities (713920), Tour Operators (561520)
- SIC
- Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Integrated Ski & Mountain Resorts (Lift-Served Skiing/Riding) (THAAAJAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Ski & Mountain Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAJ), Winter Adventure Experiences (Ski Touring, Snowshoeing, Dog Sledding) (THAJABAH), Winter & Mountain Guides (Ski, Snowshoe, Avalanche, Ice Climbing) (THAAALAF)
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Where SYBELLES.SKI is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Villarembert
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices6 records
Markets served
SYBELLES.SKI business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Ski Lift Passes and Summer Passes: Sale of ski lift passes (single ascent, day passes, multi-day, and season passes) for winter season, and summer passes for access to hiking trails and VTT (mountain biking) routes via open ski lifts.
- Activity and Experience Bookings: Commission and fees from booking various outdoor activities including paragliding, hiking guides, VTT lessons, and adventure sports offered by local providers.
- Tourism Services: Revenue from promoting local tourism services including accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, and local artisan experiences across the 6 stations.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Single Ascent Pass - One-time lift ride |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Day Pass - Full day unlimited access |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | 6-Day Pass - One week unlimited access |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | 6-Day Pass with Pass'Partout Card |
| Unit Pricing | Multi-year contract | Sybelles Tribu - Family group package |
| Subscription | Annual | Summer Season Pass |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels10 records
SYBELLES.SKI product offering
Product offeringCore offering
SYBELLES.SKI (legal name: Les Sybelles) operates a major interconnected ski and mountain resort domain in the Maurienne valley of the French Alps, comprising six stations: Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Saint Jean d'Arves, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Les Bottières, and Fontcouverte-la Toussuire. The company sells ski lift passes (single ascent, day, multi-day, season) for winter and summer (hiking/VTT access), and offers ancillary on-mountain products including ski schools, snowparks, freeride zones, beginner areas, sled areas, paragliding, mountain biking with lift access (Bike Park Croix de Fer with 25km of trails), hiking trails, trail running (400km of marked routes), plus a mobile application providing real-time weather, webcams, and live piste maps.
Product overview
Les Sybelles is a major ski resort domain in the French Alps (Maurienne valley) comprising 6 interconnected mountain stations: Saint Jean d'Arves, Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Le Corbier, La Toussuire, Les Bottières, and Saint-Colomban-des-Villards. The offering is structured as a unified resort domain with multiple sub-branded stations, supported by digital products including the Les Sybelles mobile application (providing weather, webcams, and live trail maps), online ski pass purchasing, and a webzine magazine. Core winter products include ski passes (Pass Marsien season pass, day/multi-day passes), ski schools, snowpark facilities, freeride zones, and beginner/sled/play areas. Summer products encompass lift-accessed hiking (Randonnées), mountain biking (VTT/Bike Park Croix de Fer with 25km of trails), paragliding, and trail running (400km of marked routes). Additional services include responsible tourism initiatives, local market events, and a travel diary planning tool. The resort is noted for not exploiting its glacier to preserve it, and measures comprehensive carbon footprint across all three scopes.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Summer Passes (Forfaits Été) Summer season lift passes for hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers offering single ascent, day, 6-day, and full-season access to open lifts and VTT routes across the Les Sybelles domain; available at lift ticket offices and online.
- Pass Marsien (Season Ski Pass) A seasonal winter ski pass product offering unlimited access to ski lifts and slopes during the winter season at Les Sybelles resort domain.
- Ski Passes & Tickets (Forfaits) Winter ski lift passes for day, multi-day, and season access, available online and at ticket offices.
- Ski Schools (Écoles de Ski) Ski school lessons offered through partner ski schools for all ages and skill levels, including group and private instruction at Les Sybelles stations.
- Snowpark Designated snowpark with jumps, rails, and freestyle zones for snowboarders and freestyle skiers.
- Freeride & Off-Piste Zones Marked but undeveloped freeride and off-piste terrain for advanced skiers seeking natural snow experiences.
- Ski Touring (Ski de Randonnée) Uphill ski touring routes allowing skiers to climb slopes using climbing skins and descend on unmarked terrain.
- Beginner Areas (Espaces Débutants) Gentle slopes and dedicated learning zones designed for beginners and first-time skiers with easy lift access.
- Sled Areas (Espaces Luges) Designated sledding areas for families with children, offering safe downhill sledding experiences.
- Play Areas (Zones Ludiques) Family-friendly recreational zones with playful features and attractions on the mountain for children and families.
- Paragliding (Parapente) Tandem paragliding flights offered at multiple stations year-round for beginners aged 6+, with instruction and scenic alpine flights.
- Hiking & Trekking (Randonnées Pédestres) Extensive network of marked hiking trails across alpine meadows, high-altitude lakes, and mountain refuges, with lift-assisted access during summer.
- VTT / Mountain Biking Downhill and cross-country mountain biking with lift access, including the Bike Park Croix de Fer with 25km of marked trails, and guided VTT excursions.
- Pass'Partout Card A discounted multi-activity card available at La Toussuire and Le Corbier tourism offices offering reduced rates on summer lift passes and access to various activities.
- Saint Sorlin d'Arves Station A traditional Savoyard village station at 1600m altitude featuring Baroque church, summer trail running with 400km of marked routes, and local Beaufort cheese production, as part of the Sybelles resort domain.
- Saint Jean d'Arves Station An authentic mountain village station at 1500m altitude with traditional chalets, hiking lakes, and cultural heritage including the 17th-century Saint-Jean-Baptiste church.
- La Toussuire Station A major resort station at 1800m altitude known for exceptional sunshine, panoramic 360-degree views, and cycling heritage including Tour de France stage finishes.
- Le Corbier Station A family-oriented 100% pedestrian resort station at 1550m altitude featuring covered walkways, outdoor heated pool, and VTT activities including the Bike Park.
- Les Bottières Station A smaller resort village at 1300-2400m altitude on the sunny slope, part of the Sybelles domain, offering hiking trails, VTT routes, and family-friendly activities.
Quantifiable outcome
- 26.8 kg CO₂e average per skiing day (with transport being the largest contributor)
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use SYBELLES.SKI
Customer profileSegments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
SYBELLES.SKI technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature2 records
SYBELLES.SKI partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Office National des Forêts (ONF)corePartnership for reforestation initiatives - 110 young spruce trees have been planted on the slopes of Saint-Jean-d'Arves, with additional plantings planned. The ONF collaboration supports avalanche prevention, erosion control, and carbon sequestration efforts.
- Pass'PartoutcorePartnership card program available at La Toussuire and Le Corbier tourism offices offering discounted access to lift passes and summer activities across the domain.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
SYBELLES.SKI competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Chamonix Mont-Blanc: Iconic French Alps destination with year-round skiing, mountaineering, and tourism. Comparable as a major multi-season alpine destination with strong brand recognition and summer activity programming.
- Compagnie des Alpes: Largest French ski operator managing 11 major ski domains (Paradiski, Tignes-Val d'Isère, etc.) and leisure parks. Directly comparable as a French integrated ski resort operator with similar lift operations and resort management model.
Direct peers
- Grand Massif (Flaine): Interconnected ski domain linking Flaine, Les Carroz, Morillon, Samoëns, and Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval. Comparable multi-station French ski area with family-friendly positioning.
- Les 2 Alpes: Major French ski resort operating summer glacier skiing and mountain biking. Directly comparable as a French Alps resort with dual winter/summer seasons and similar GTM motion.
- Les Portes du Soleil: Franco-Swiss interconnected ski area spanning 12 resorts. Comparable multi-station, cross-border ski domain with year-round operations and similar size scale to Les Sybelles.
- Avoriaz: Pedestrian ski resort in the Portes du Soleil domain. Comparable as a French Alps pedestrian station within a larger linked ski area with similar family-friendly positioning to Le Corbier.
- Paradiski: Second-largest ski area in the world linking Les Arcs, La Plagne, and Peisey-Vallandry. Comparable as a French multi-station integrated ski domain with shared lift passes and unified marketing.
- 3 Vallées (S3V): The world's largest interconnected ski area comprising Courchevel, Méribel, Val Thorens and others. Most directly comparable in operating a large interconnected multi-station ski domain in the French Alps.
- Tignes / Val d'Isère: Major linked ski domain operated by Compagnie des Alpes offering similar year-round alpine experiences (skiing, hiking, mountain biking) in the French Alps with comparable infrastructure.
Regional players
- Espace San Bernardo (La Rosière): Franco-Italian ski area (La Thuile + La Rosière). Comparable mid-sized French Alps resort with cross-border lift access, summer activities, and similar family positioning.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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SYBELLES.SKI M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about SYBELLES.SKI
What does SYBELLES.SKI do?
SYBELLES.SKI (legal name: Les Sybelles) operates a major interconnected ski and mountain resort domain in the Maurienne valley of the French Alps, comprising six stations: Saint Sorlin d'Arves, Saint Jean d'Arves, La Toussuire, Le Corbier, Les Bottières, and Fontcouverte-la Toussuire. The company sells ski lift passes (single ascent, day, multi-day, season) for winter and summer (hiking/VTT access), and offers ancillary on-mountain products including ski schools, snowparks, freeride zones, beginner areas, sled areas, paragliding, mountain biking with lift access (Bike Park Croix de Fer with 25km of trails), hiking trails, trail running (400km of marked routes), plus a mobile application providing real-time weather, webcams, and live piste maps.
Is SYBELLES.SKI a public or private company?
SYBELLES.SKI is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was SYBELLES.SKI founded?
SYBELLES.SKI was founded in 1967. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is SYBELLES.SKI based?
SYBELLES.SKI is headquartered in Villarembert, France, in the Europe region.
How does SYBELLES.SKI make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Ski Lift Passes and Summer Passes are the primary driver. The others are activity and Experience Bookings and tourism Services.
Who are SYBELLES.SKI's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Chamonix Mont-Blanc and Compagnie des Alpes. Direct peers are Grand Massif (Flaine), Les 2 Alpes, Les Portes du Soleil, Avoriaz, Paradiski, 3 Vallées (S3V) and Tignes / Val d'Isère. Espace San Bernardo (La Rosière) is listed as a regional player.
Does SYBELLES.SKI have an API?
No public API is recorded for SYBELLES.SKI.
What industry is SYBELLES.SKI in?
SYBELLES.SKI's product category is Ski Resort Operations. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAAAJAA, Integrated Ski & Mountain Resorts (Lift-Served Skiing/Riding), with a secondary code of THAGAAAJ, Ski & Mountain Full-Service Hotels. Its NAICS code is 71392 and its SIC code is 7900.