LA PLAGNE, in the Savoie Mont-Blanc region, is a resort divided into different areas, each offering a different atmosphere for visitors to experience and enjoy: PLAGNE 1800 (1800m) grew from its origins as a mining village to family resort of pretty wooden chalets PLAGNE VILLAGES (2050m) is located right in the heart of the mountains with small residences built in harmony with the landscape. BELLE PLAGNE is lively and purpose-built in the Savoyard style at the foot of the Bellecote cable car; it offers a wide array of activities for children and adults alike.
OTHER ACTIVITIES Whilst staying in La Plagne, visitors can make the most of the outdoor sports and activities on offer, including summer skiing, paragliding, via ferrata and moutain biking. If you don't have a head for heights, there are plenty of other activities to try, so you can still make the most of the mountain air whilst enjoying a game of tennis, exploring the countryside on a horse-riding trail or by hiring scooters. >There are also great opportunities for those visitors who want to test the water, as there are numerous whitewater sports on offer in Plagne Montalbert (1350m), including rafting, swimming, canoë/rafting, and canyoning.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION The information shown here is intended for guidance purposes only and is not contractual. For the most up to date information, please contact the tourist office. La Plagne is easily accessible from the UK by rail and the closest station is located in Aime la Plage, approximately 15km from the La Plagne resorts. Lagrange can arrange train travel and accommodation packages, so why not contact our UK reservation team on 020 7371 6111 for more information?
As part of the wider Rhone-Alpes region, the Savoie area boasts lush green pastures dotted with charming villages, as well as impressive mountain peaks and tranquil lakes tucked in the corners of the area's various picturesque national park. The Savoie is also rich in cultural and architectural highlights - from the many high-steepled churches built in the disticntive Baroque style to the modest chapels nestled in the corners, twists and turns of the area's mountain roads, plus numerous museums and artisans' workshops which specialise in wood sculpture. A region where the changes in the seasons is reflected in the landscape, traditions and culture, the Savoie is an ideal holiday destination.
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