Resort Lowdown: La Plagne...For skiers and snowboarders, the La Plagne ski area offers 130 pistes covering 225 kilometers, including 16 black runs, 34 reds for the advanced skiers, and with 70 blue runs and 10 green runs for beginners. It is perfect for all snow sport enthusiasts and is a snow sure resort. 83% of the ski area is above an altitude of 2000m and the resort has a glacier at an altitude of 3250m.
Ski Schools / Child Care
There are a number of facilities to keep kids of all ages and abilities entertained on the slopes including 16 secure kindergartens for kids as well as 6 children’s snow play areas and 17 ski schools across the La Plagne ski domain.
There are also 6 ski schools in La Plagne catering for disabled guests offering Handiski experiences from expert instructors, including the specialised Antenne Handicap ski school in Aime-La Plagne.
Off-Piste and Powder
For the thrill seekers and experts out there, there is a wide variety of terrain including the well known off-piste route, the Northern Face of the “Bellecôte” mountain.
And when it’s a powder day, be sure to get your first tracks ticket to get the fresh lines. Only available during school holidays, this pass allows guests to head up to the summit early, ahead of normal lift opening hours, to watch the sun rise over La Plagne, enjoy a buffet breakfast at the Carlina, and ride the untouched slopes alongside ski patrol.
For those interested in cross country skiing, La Plagne offers a huge 80 km of slopes, of which 22 kms can be found in the Champagny le Haut valley. It’s one of the most beautiful Nordic ski areas in the Savoie region.
The ESF in Plagne Centre offers freestyle training camps which are perfect for teens. They offer a great freestyle and freeride initiation where you can learn to jump with the “big air bag”, ride the backcountry, learn gymnastic basics on a trampoline, and take part in skier cross trials. Participants receive video analysis, a photo shoot and a freestyle certificate. Suitable for intermediate skiers and above, aged 12 years onwards. A 6 day freestyle camp costs 265€.
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New to La Plagne this winter season...
? The Paradiski Discovery Family lift pass. Two parents and two children, between 6 and 17 years, can benefit from a reduced rate for a top of the range product, allowing families to book a 6 to 8 day pass, valid for La Plagne area with one day of their choice in Paradiski that week. The price for 6 days is 744 € for 2 adults and 2 children offering a saving of up to 140€!
? Also launching this season is the brand new igloo village called 'Mon Village Igoo'. It is a new original and ecological accommodation in La Plagne where you can have a meal and even spend the night in an igloo. For more information click here or
Other Activities and Accommodation
Besides skiing and snowboarding, the resort brings a host of activities to keep guests entertained including dog sledding, bob sleigh, and a chance to climb Europe’s largest ice tower as well as a great selection of bars, restaurants and shops.
Local restaurants offer traditional Savoyard dining experience including regional specialities such as fondue, raclette and pierrade.
La Plagne offers a wide range of accommodation for couples, families and groups including luxury catered chalets from Snowline VIP, who also provide a private nanny service for children. And Les Deux Domaines Hotel from Esprit Ski provides spacious rooms in a stunning hotel that combines modern technology with old fashioned luxury, offering a great location and great value for money.
The resort is easily accessible from Geneva, Lyon, Grenoble and Chambery airports, and is less than a 2 hour drive from each of these, making a perfect destination for a weekend trip or longer holiday.
All photos from Presse La Plagne
