La Plagne resort
I cover the ski resort in Haute Tarentaise
A diversity of atmospheres between traditional resorts and lively high-altitude centres
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Discover the treasures of La Plagne: a ski resort with many faces
La Plagne is an international ski resort in the French Alps, at the heart of the Haute Tarentaise valley in Savoie. It comprises 10 different resorts at altitudes of between 1250 m and 2100 m: Plagne Aime 2000, Plagne Centre, Plagne Villages, Plagne 1800, Plagne Bellecôte, Belle Plagne, Plagne Soleil. Each resort has its own style, with different ambiences, more typical or more modern, calmer or livelier. The resorts of La Plagne also offer exceptional panoramic scenery, with unique views of Mont Blanc and the Vanoise National Park.
Paradiski: a ski area between La Plagne and Les Arcs
The ski area is huge, with 225km of marked runs. It is linked to Les Arcs by the Vanoise Express, a cable car that can transport up to 200 people across the valley in just 5 minutes. Les Arcs offers a further 200km of marked runs. The combination of these two areas has been christened Paradiski, one of the largest ski areas in the world.
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Winter at La Plagne: a wide range of activities to suit all tastes
La Plagne offers a wide range of winter activities. The most popular are of course skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as ice skating, paragliding, tobogganing, swimming and bowling.
La Plagne offers a wide range of winter activities.
If you're looking for an adrenaline rush, you must try our Superluge Derby with Oxygène Ski, which consists of a 6km night-time toboggan run from Aime 2000 to La Roche. You can also try out the new sensation, the Super Tyro, a Tyrolean traverse linking Aime 2000 and Plagne Centre, or try your hand at Husky dog sledding. La Plagne also boasts the only bobsleigh run in France, built for the 1992 Albertville Olympic Games. Bobsleigh, luge and skeleton are all practised here.
Easily position yourself in the station
All the high-altitude sites in La Plagne (Plagne Aime 2000, Plagne Centre, Plagne Villages, Plagne 1800, Plagne Bellecôte, Belle Plagne, Plagne Soleil) are linked either by free shuttle bus or by pedestrian-accessible lift/cab. A shuttle bus departs every 15 minutes from Plagne Centre to Plagne 1800 and Plagne Bellecirc;te. Aime 2000 is linked to Plagne Centre by a cable car called Télémétro. Belle Plagne and Plagne Bellecirc;te have their own cabin. To reach Plagne Villages from Plagne Centre, the téléporté Télé bus is available, Plagne Soleil is then linked by a road shuttle every 10 minutes.
L’été à La Plagne : adventure and détente in the heart of Savoie
You can choose between a relaxing or invigorating time at La Plagne! La Plagne is beginning to expand its mountain bike area. A wide range of trails are on offer, accessible to all abilities. Electrically-assisted mountain bikes are also available for hire, to make the mountains accessible to everyone. Many signposted hiking trails are also available. For a little more adrenalin, a via ferrata has been installed close to the Roche de Mio. You can also go paragliding, climbing, swimming, horse-riding, tennis, volleyball, mini golf, etc. There are also several areas specially designed for children, with trampolines, bouncy castles and more;In the valley, the Isère river offers a magnificent playground for whitewater sports such as rafting, hydrospeed or canoeing. Alternatively, why not try the adventure course or canyoning ?
Restaurant outings à La Plagne by resort
La Plagne offers a wide variety of restaurants, offering a choice of: typical Savoyard cuisine, pizzas, refined or exotic dishes… Take a look at our selection:
Plagne Centre
- A’Tavola (Italian restaurant)
- Chez Pépé - Traditional restaurant and wood-fired pizza
- Chez Marie - Savoyard cuisine and specialities
- Le Refuge - Typical Savoyard dîner in a refined décor
- Croq’ Neige - Fast food, burgers…
- Le petit comptoir - Délicieuse cuisine maison
- Le p’tit Bouchon - traditional and authentic cuisine
Plagne 1800
- La Cantine - Pizzas, tapas, homemade burgers
- Petit Chaperon Rouge - Refined dining in an authentic mountain chalet
- Le loup blanc - Traditional dining
Plagne Village
- Le Chairlift - Traditional dining
Plagne Soleil
- Au Coin du Feu - Gourmet traditional cuisine
Belle Plagne
- Hôtel Restaurant Carlina - French cuisine in a luxurious setting
- La Face Nord - Traditional dining
- Le Matafan - Gourmet traditional cuisine
La Roche
- Chalet de La Roche - Authentic Italian home cooking
Bellecôte
- Chalet des Colosses - Traditional French cuisine, Savoyard specialities, but also Indian !!
- L'annexe - Traditional French cuisine, Savoyard specialities
On the slopes
- Les Inversens - Simple, quality dining, magnificent terrace with stunning views
- Chalet de la Roche - Italian cuisine in the heart of the estate
- Le 360 - Délicieuse cuisine maison
- La Bergerie - traditional dining and live music
Après-ski bars à La Plagne by resort
You'll find plenty of bars in La Plagne, for an after-ski drink or an evening concert! Here is our selection:
Plagne Centre
- Igloo Igloo - Live music, cocktails… in an igloo !
- Luna Bar - Récently redone, live music and DJ in a superb venue
- Brix - Dual bar, sports broadcasts and concerts
Aime 2000
- Wines & 1 - Small bar à high quality tapas;
Plagne 1800
- La Mine - Après-ski in an authentic mine, live music
Belle Plagne
- La Tete Inn - Happy hour, live music
- La Bodega - Night club open until 5am
Bellecôte
- Spitting Feathers - Typical English pub
On the slopes
- La Bergerie - Bar / restaurant d’après-ski, live music and DJ on the terrace, fast food
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