Surrounded by pine forest and linked to the La Plagne ski domaine, Champagny-en-Vanoise is a charming Alpine resort which boasts all the charms of an authentic mountain village. An 8 minute cable car journey from the ski slopes of the La Plagne resorts, Champagny is ideal for skiers in search of excellent skiing in picturesque surroundings, whilst still avoiding some of the crowds that can dominate the larger name resorts in the La Plagne area. Champagny is divided into two areas - Champagny Station, at the heart of the resort and the foot of the cable car, and Champagny Le Haut at the entrance of the Vanoise National Park.
CHILDREN The "Les Cabris" nursery welcomes younger children aged between 2 and 6 years. The ESF French Ski School and kindergarten offers tuition to children aged 3 years and over.
OTHER ACTIVITIES Champagny is one of the resorts making up the wider PARADISKI domain, which links Montchavin/Les Coches, La Plagne, Les Arcs, and Peisey-Vallandry, and offers a total of 425km of ski runs over Les Arcs and La Plagne (225km), of which Champagny makes up 30km with slopes to suit skiers of all abilities.
Cross country skiing : length of cross country track 22 Km Champagny offers 22km of cross-country trails for a chance to leave the beaten track and the crowds behind for a day or two. A weekly ski pass is required to access these trails (enquire locally for rates).
THE AREA Non-skiers can try their hand at activities such as snowshoeing and paragliding, as well as walks through mountain footpaths and ice climbing. The resort also boasts a cinema and nightclub for an evening's entertainment, and visitors can pick up gifts and local produce in local shops.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION Champagny can be easily reached from Moutiers train station (18km), as well as Chambery (100km) and Geneva (140km) airports. Lagrange can arrange rail travel and accommodation packages for Alpine getaways, so why not let the train take the strain this winter? Contact our friendly UK team for more details on 020 7371 6111. The resort is well-equipped and has all necessary amenities, including local shops, a range of bars and restaurants, cash points, a doctors and pharmacy, and a dentist. This information is intended for guidance only and holds no contractual value. For further information, please contact the Tourist Office.
Otherwise known as "The Roof of Europe", Savoie is an area rich in natural treasures and historical points of interest.
The flora and fauna of Savoie is varied and exceptional.
From tiny paths to steep trails, discover the Alpine peaks, the Alpine gastronomy, small villages with colourful stories and most importantly, breathe in the fresh and revitalising mountain air.
For visitors who want to experienceSavoie beyond the ski slopes, there is a wide range of other exciting winter activities to choose from, such as dog-sledding and snowshoeing.
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A word of advice from Lagrange: French roads are excellent, but not free, so keep some euros handy.
The Paradiski domain (1250m-3416m) was created by linking the ski areas of Les Arcs and La Plagne. The French Alps now benefit from an extensive skiing area making it one of the largest ski domains in the world. Access to 425km of runs allowing skiers of all levels to reach new heights. This has also opened up the access to the back-door resorts of Montchavin/Les Coches and Peisey-Vallandry with quick links via the Vanoise Express double-decker cable car. Paradiski domain 22 green, 212 blue, 90 red, 49 black and 5 snowparks. Two 2 skiable glaciers (La Chaupe in La Plagne Bellecôte and Le Varet in Les Arcs) as well as some of the highest peaks (Bellecôte - 3416m and Aiguille Rouge - 3226m).