LA PLAGNE is a collection of resorts and villages at assorted altitudes, each with its own individual charm.
Aime 2000 (2100m)is the highest altitude resort in the La Plagne domaine, and is ideal for families as it is extremely child-friendly. Plagne Villages/Plagne Soleil (2050m), 2 slightly lower resorts located 400m apart, are in heart of the domain and both offer residences conveniently located at the foot of their respective slopes. The slightly lower Belle Plagne (2050m is a pedestrianised resort located at the foot of the Bellecote cable car, and offers visitors a charming blend of modernity and tradition. Plagne Montalbert (1350m) is a convivial village resort offering a range of activities for both skiers and non-skiers.
CHILDREN The individual "villages" which make up the wider La Plagne ski area each offer excellent facilities for children Plagne 1800: Snow kindergarten suitable for children aged 4 years and over. Aime 2000: "Les Lutins" creche for children aged 2-6 (inclusive). Plagne Village: ESF snow kindergarten for children aged 3-5 years (inclusive). Plagne Montalbert: ESF creche for children aged 18 months-6 years. For all children aged 3 years and over wishing to learn to ski, the ESF French Ski School offers lessons.
OTHER ACTIVITIES The La Plagne ski domain offers 225km of slopes served by 111 ski lifts. More adventurous skiers can venture further into the Paradiski ski domain, offering a total of 425km of slopes and encompasing Les Arcs, La Plagne, Montchavin and Les Coches, Peisey-Vallandry and Champany-en-Vanoise - perfect for anyone who really wants to make the most of their Alpine getaway.
Cross country skiing : length of cross country track 15 Km La Plagne offers 15km of cross-country/off-piste skiing, all accessible free of charge from Bellecote, Belle Plagne and Plagne Villages.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION The individual resorts and villages within the wider La Plagne ski domaine are all easily accessible via coach transfer from Chambery, Geneva and Lyon airports, as well as by train from the stations in Aime-la-Plagne and Bourg-Saint-Maurice. Lagrange can arrange rail travel and accommodation packages to La Plagne - ideal for anyone who prefers to let the train take the strain on their journey to the Alps. Call our friendly UK reservations team on 020 7371 6111 for more information and prices. The villages of La Plagne are well-equipped and offer all necessary amenities, such as doctors and pharmacies, cashpoints, bars and restaurants and local shops. All information provided on these pages is for guidance only, and is not contractual. For up to date local information, please contact the local tourist office.
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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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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).