) is located in the eastern part of the resort, on a low (up to 2500 m) ridge running from the ridge of Belcôte peak to Mount Les Verdons. The relief of the region is noticeably different from the neighboring one - the slopes here are more gentle (la plagne means “plateau” in the Savoyard dialect) and the lower part is abundantly overgrown with forest. There are noticeably more small resort villages, long slopes and, accordingly, cable cars. And the first ski station was built here in the early 1960s, which is why La Plagne is considered the recognized center of Paradiski.

Now there are 6 resort villages - Aime la Plagne (2100 m), Belle Plagne (2050 m), Plagne Soleil (2050 m), Plagne Bellecote (1930 m), Plagne Center (1970 m) and Plagne 1800 (1800 m), as well as 4 mountain villages that are used as tourist centers mostly only in the summer - Champagny en Vanoise Vanoise, 1250 m), Plagne Montalbert, 1350 m, Montchavin, 1250 m and Les Coches, 1450.

The resorts of the La Plagne region are designed for a relaxing family holiday - there are about 225 km of slopes, and about 60% of them are marked blue, at many stations motor vehicles are prohibited, and you can approach the hotel directly on skis, descending from simple wooded slopes ( mostly also “blue”, but there are many very short and gentle slopes at the bottom of the slopes). However, for more advanced skiers there are good “red” slopes above Champagny-en-Vanoise, from Sources and Grande Rochette, “black” slopes Morbleu, Harakiri and Kamikaze, as well as an interesting 15-kilometer glacier piste Bellecote to the village of Montchaven (altitude difference - 2 km!).

Also in the resort area there is a first-class bobsled track, 3 fitness centers (in Belle Plagne, Plagne Bellecôte and Plagne Centre), a squash hall in Plagne 1800, skating rinks in Aime-la-Plagne and Plagne Bellecôte, a swimming pool in Plagne-Bellecôte, 90 km of flat skiing, modern Capella snow park above Plagne Centre, boardercross track above Belle Plagne and half-pipe above Plagne-Bellecôte, fun park in Champagny-en-Vanoise, paragliding and hang gliding school, 17 ski slopes and snowboard schools, a large number of rental shops, children's clubs and gardens, as well as ski schools for all ages.

At the same time, La Plagne is considered a “quiet” resort - there are only 2 nightclubs (Le Bleu night in Aime-la-Plagne and L "Hexagone in Plagne-Monalbert), bowling in Belle Plagne, but in return you can find 8 discos, 5 cinemas, slot machines and paintball, many cozy bars and restaurants, as well as high-mountain restaurants with excellent Savoyard cuisine.There are 16 large hotels (mostly two- and three-star) and about four dozen small boarding houses and chalets, capable of simultaneously accommodating up to 8 thousand people.

A La Plagne ski pass for 1 day will cost 40 euros for an adult (14-59 years old), 30 euros for a child (6-13 years old), 30 euros for pensioners (over 60 years old), 192, 144 euros for a six-day pass. and 163 euros respectively. A common Paradiski Unlimited ski pass for the entire area (La Plagne, Les Arcs, Peysey-Valladry, Villaroger plus 1 day of skiing in Espace Killy, Trois Vallees, Les Saisies and Pralognan en Vanoise) for 6 days will cost 233 euros for an adult, 175 euros for a child and 198 euros for pensioners, for 13 days - 404, 303 and 343 euros, respectively. There are all kinds of special offers for families with children, children's and organized groups, and so on (the current state of prices can be found on the resort's website, which has a Russian-language section). The estimated cost of renting a set for a snowboard is about 115 euros for 6 days, for alpine skiing - about 100 euros (for an adult for 6 days).

The ski season in La Plagne lasts from mid-December to mid-April, but in some areas, due to the low altitude and southern exposure, a certain lack of snow may already be observed in December and March.

Ski resort La Plagne located in the Haute Tarentaise valley, almost in the center of the French Alps. It can be called a resort of world significance, since it was here that the Winter Olympics were held in 1992.

One of the attractions of La Plagne is the bobsleigh track, the only one in France.

The resort was created in 1961, and since 2003 it, together with its neighbors, forms the second largest ski region in the world after the famous Three Valleys.

Brief description of the resort

La Plagne unites 12 villages, each of them can offer you wonderful hotels, discos, restaurants and bars. Plagne Center is the first of the villages, built back in the 60s. The bulk of shopping and entertainment awaits you here. Belle Plagne is distinguished by its convenient ski area location. Plagne 1800, Plagne Bellecote, Plagne Village, Aime la Plagne and Plagne Soleil are also well located. These seven villages are connected to each other by roads, trails and ski lifts. The remaining five villages are located lower down and are well suited for families with children, as there are excellent slopes nearby for training young skiers. This is Champagny - an ancient village located near Courchevel; Montchavin - here you can ski directly to the hotel door and the more modern Les Coches, Longefoy and Plagne Montalbert. You can get to the main ski area from these villages using lifts.

La Plagne is distinguished by its environmental friendliness. The French Alps can be called a miracle of nature, and therefore they must be preserved in their present form. Therefore, environmental specialists carefully monitor the construction of new facilities. Car traffic is prohibited on the resort territory; the car will have to be left in a special parking lot.

There are practically no problems with the amount of snow in La Plagne, since the pistes mainly run along northern slopes at an altitude of more than 2000 meters. Well, if there is still not enough snow, the snow cannons start working.

The resort's pistes cover an area of 10,000 hectares, which is more than any other resort in the world. La Plagne has an extensive network of lifts and wide, straight slopes. It is ideal for athletes with average experience; most trails are designed specifically for them. There are also many suitable trails for children, as well as special lifts (free of charge) and experienced instructors.

Location

La Plagne can be reached from the airports of Lyon (196 km), Geneva (150 km), and Chambery (160 km).

Description of the routes

The resort's trails are suitable for athletes with almost any experience. There are 142 trails in total. For beginners, the greens (11) and most of the blues (70) will be of interest. For skiers with average experience, there are 34 red ones (I would especially like to note the longest slope of the resort, which starts at the top of Roche-de-Mio and ends at Montchavin), and for professionals - 16 black and 11 super difficult (gray). Perhaps the most difficult descent in La Plagne is Allias, its length is 3000 meters.

There are also suitable areas for off-piste skiers, mainly located on the north side of the Bellcote Glacier.

Other types of winter activities

Bobsleigh track Two Bordercross snowboard parks Cross-country ski tracks: difficult - 20 km, medium - 40 km, easy - 30 km. Paragliding Motorized hang gliding Sleigh and dog sledding Ice cave descent Snowshoeing Ice skating rink Hang gliding

In the evening you can relax in the sauna or jacuzzi, swim in the pool, play tennis or bowling, sunbathe in the solarium - all this is offered by the resort's sports centers.

The villages have many bars (some of them open all night) and more than a hundred restaurants with traditional French or exotic cuisine (for example, Mexican or Chinese). There are discos in the villages of Plagne Centre, Aime la Plagne, Belle Plagne and Plagne Bellecote. Shops are located right in the hotels. Two cinemas are open for movie lovers.

Accommodation

The resort's hotels are mainly 3-4 star, with prices ranging from 25 (La Licorne) to 198 (Terra Nova) euros per night. Almost all hotels are located directly on the slopes. For 230-840 euros per week you can rent an apartment for 4-6 people, as well as rent a chalet or apartment.

Ski resorts in France
La Plagne

La Plagne: about the resort

La Plagne is the combined name of 6 high-mountain villages with a height difference from 1800 to 2100 m: Aime-La Plagne (2100 m), Plagne Center (1970 m), Plagne-Bellecôte (1930 m), Belle Plagne (2050 m2), Plagne 1800 and Plagne Village/Soleil (2050 m). The region has 225 km of trails of varying difficulty, most of which are “blue” (65%) and “red” (34%) trails. La Plagne, together with the resorts of Les Arcs, is part of the Paradiski ski association - 425 km of slopes.

There are several reasons for this: the first is the magnificent nature of the resort; the second is the most modern infrastructure; third – housing for every taste and budget; and the main one - 425 kilometers of pistes in the Paradiski region, which La Plagne shares with Les Arcs and Peize Vallandry.

The station is part of the Paradiski ski region, one of the most extensive in the world, offering a total of 420 km of slopes.

The lifts are open from mid-December to early May.

Pros:
– Unified lift system, large ski area
– Good opportunities for skiers at beginner and intermediate levels
– Ski-in/ski-out options
– Availability of forest trails

Minuses:
– During peak seasons there may be queues
– Purpose-built resort with high-rise buildings
– Small selection of restaurants and entertainment after skiing –

La Plagne: how to get there:

Distances to Les Arcs from cities: Geneva - 219 km, Lyon - 243 km, Chambery - 135 km.

Nearest airports: Lyon – 220 km, Geneva – 222 km, Grenoble – 218 km.

By train: get to Bourg-St. Maurice, from where you can take the funicular to Les Arcs 1600, then take a local bus. It is possible to buy a joint train-bus ticket. Train schedule: http://www.sncf.fr

By bus. From Lyon, Chambery and Geneva airports - http://www.altibus.com. Price: 78 Euro one way, 131 round trip. http://www.bensbus.co.uk - buses from the airports of Grenoble, Geneva, Lyon and Chambery. Price (approximate): from Geneva airport (round trip) – 100 Euro, Grenoble – from 100 Euro. Also, from Geneva - , from Grenoble - .

By car. From Geneva: take the A41 to Annecy, then take the N90 to Albertville, from where follow the signs to Bourge-St. Maurice and then to Les Arcs. From Lyon: take A43 to Albertville, then follow signs for Tauthier, Bourg-St. Maurice and then to Les Arcs.

La Plagne ski passes

Children under 6 years old and adults over 72 years old use the lifts free of charge. To purchase a pass for 3 days or more, a photo is required. Ski pass for adults for the entire Paradiski ski area (Les Arcs - La Plagne, 420 km of slopes and 144 lifts) - 299 euros for 6 days, for children from 6 to 13 years old - 239 euros. The ski pass decouverte - for those who are not yet familiar with the ski area, allows you to ski on all the slopes of Les Arcs and one day in Paradiski for 271 euros. The price of the ski pass includes access to the sports center.

Ski pass La Plagne.
The price of a 6-day ski pass for adults is 265 euros, for children – 212 euros. For families with two or more children there are special offers - family ski passes.

Alpine skiing in La Plagne

The vast majority of pistes in La Plagne are blue (65%) and red. There are also easy green slopes - 10%, and black slopes for professionals - 17%. You can travel around the villages without taking off your skis, as they are all connected by trails and free buses. In addition, there are 90 km of cross-country ski trails. According to the terrain of the pistes, La Plagne is best suited for families with children and those who most like blue and green (in the French classification there are also the simplest) pistes. Actually, there are most of them at the resort. In general, the Paradiski ski area, combining the La Plagne and Les Arcs slopes, is 425 km of slopes. Paradiski is one of the largest ski regions in France and has slopes to suit every taste. Those who prefer more challenging skiing and freeriding take off on a variety of routes from the Belkot glacier. From it you can go down towards Les Arcs and the massive two-story Vanoise Express cabin, visible from afar. In particular, the northern slopes of Belkot, the local glacier, are particularly interesting. Local guides, after drinking a glass or two of genepi (a favorite Savoyard liqueur made from a type of wormwood, which helps against all ailments, frost, bad mood and other adversities), secretly talk about the incredible beauty of the wild slopes above Champagne-en-Vanoise. Some of these routes pass next to the national park (skating in which is prohibited).

When heading towards Champagne, try to accurately calculate the time for the return journey - some cable cars in this part of the region cannot be called anything other than “authentic”, and traveling on them takes quite a long time. But it is in this part of La Plagne that perhaps the most interesting trails with good elevation differences are located, and, as a rule, they are also the least crowded. In fact, this is noticeable right away - part of the slope is regularly occupied by the local Ski Club, and watching children and teenagers compete from a chair is a pleasure. Another ski stadium, where the slalom or giant slalom course most often stands, is located in the very center of La Plagne, under the chairlift. On Saturdays, quite professional competitions are held there - the local ski school is considered one of the strongest in France. Ski Club La Plagne has also produced a real star: two-time vice-world champion Julien Liserou smiles from advertising posters everywhere, and when the World Cup and training schedule allows, he returns to La Plagne with pleasure.

Things to do in La Plagne

La Plagne inspires with its variety of activities: dog sledding, sledding and snowmobiling, paragliding and helicopter rides, ice and rock climbing, mountain biking and hiking trails. La Plagne is also proud of its Olympic bobsleigh track with 19 turns and a length of 1.5 kilometers. On the vast territory of the resort there are 3 snow parks, 3 skating rinks, several fitness centers, SPA centers and the Espace Paradisio water center, 5 cinemas, bowling alley, squash courts.

A new feature of the resort is the “Subli'Sim - 6 peaks, 6 experiences” program, which includes the most unusual entertainment: a polar safari and a real beach at the top of the ski lift, tai chi classes in the Zen mountain recreation area and a free fall simulator, a candy feast in a fairytale house and inflatable attractions.

La Plagne: with children

La Plagne is well suited for families with children. Most of the slopes here are not difficult, in addition, there are special slopes and lifts for children, kindergartens and ski schools operate at all stations, you can have fun in 11 children's winter parks and amusement parks with adventure routes. In addition, the resort regularly hosts all kinds of family events.

La Plagne is one of the most famous ski regions, consisting of 10 ski villages, the infrastructure of which is located in such a way that skiing takes place on the ski-to-door principle (literally – skiing to the hotel door). Thus, it can be said without exaggeration that La Plagne, as a ski resort, has a very developed infrastructure; this fact is confirmed by the fact that world-class competitions are regularly held here.

Geneva - La Plagne: how to get there

The closest city to La Plagne with an international arrival airport is Geneva. The distance between settlements is almost 200 km. Shuttle buses run between Geneva and the resorts of La Plagne; you can use them to get to the desired village without transfers. The price is from 77 euros for an adult one way. Buses depart from Geneva Airport three times a day - morning, lunch and evening. Travel time is approximately 3.5 hours. You can find out more information on the Altibus carrier website (in English).

Tourists can also order an individual transfer from Geneva to La Plagne, its convenience lies in the fact that there is no need to adapt to the shuttle schedule, and through an individual transfer it is convenient to transport ski equipment, travel with small children, and even at night the only way to get to the resort villages. You can book a transfer in advance through various specialized services, for example,, and others.

If you wish, you can get to the resorts in La Plagne by car yourself. Renting a car at Geneva airport is not difficult, just like everywhere else in Europe. This option is extremely popular among tourists. By car the travel time will be about 2.5 hours. The villages of La Plagne and Geneva are connected by highway No. A41 (distance - 196 km). The route passes through Aix-les-Bains and Chambery. You can book the car you need in advance using specialized rental services. Rentalcars , and others.

You can also get to the resorts of the La Plagne Valley from other cities. For example, the French city of Lyon is 200 km from La Plagne, and the city of Chambery is 120 km away. But the French capital - Paris - is located at a fairly large distance from La Plagne - about 680 km, therefore, even getting there by car, you will spend at least 6-7 hours of time.

alex.coles/Mountain panorama in La Plagne

Where to stay in La Plagne

The La Plagne Valley has 10 ski villages at different altitudes. They all have a common infrastructure, so you can stay in any one; they are all equally conveniently located relative to the ski areas. The most common type of accommodation at resorts in La Plagne is renting apartments, here they vary from studios to detached chalets. If you wish, you can stay in standard hotels or bed and breakfast hotels. This accommodation option is usually chosen by those tourists who come to the resort for a short time.

The resorts of La Plagne are considered quite democratic, which is a rarity for ski resorts in France. But at the same time, it is better to book accommodation in advance due to the great popularity and demand of the place. Hotels that are traditionally in demand in La Plagne include:

Hotel Restaurant L'Adray 3* (free private parking, ski storage, bar);

Hotel Ancolie – Champagny en Vanoise 3* (there is a terrace, swimming pool, sauna, free parking and Wi-Fi);

Hotel les Balcons Village 3* (opposite the hotel there is a wellness center).

Apart-hotels are also in demand Residence Pierre & Vacances La Marelle et le Rami to Les Coches and Residence Pierre & Vacances Les Constellations in Belle Plagne. A distinctive feature of apart-hotels is that they are equipped with a kitchen area.

You can find all possible accommodation offers in La Plagne resorts on the services Booking , Hotellook and others like that, they know how to compare all available options for specific dates.

What to see in La Plagne

La Plagne has a fairly extensive ski area - 425 km, and the total number of slopes is 128. Moreover, the territory is served by 84 ski lifts. Most of the trails are suitable for beginners and intermediate skiers. There are 90 km of trails reserved for cross-country skiing. La Plagne also has 2 snow parks, a freestyle park, and boardercross. Snow parks are equipped with fun boxes, pyramids, halfpipes, and rails. Ski slopes open in La Plagne somewhere in mid-December, and the main “skiing” season is considered to be the period from December 23 to April 13.

At the beginning and before the end of the season, prices for ski passes are reduced. For entertainment in La Plagne, you can try the bobsleigh track, which was built for the Olympics in Albertville. The track has as many as 19 turns. For less extreme activities, the resorts have several swimming pools: the Magic Pool in La Plagne, the swimming pool in Champagne-en-Vanoise and the Espace Paradisio in Montchavigne-la-Plagne. By the way, the latter also has a spa corner. Winter activities at the resort also include dog sledding, paragliding, zip lining and more.

James Preston/La Plagne, ski season

When going on a trip to ski France, do not forget to take out a travel insurance policy, which is mandatory already at the stage of obtaining a tourist visa. You can take out insurance yourself without leaving your home. There are special services for this, such as Tripinsurance , and others. You can purchase a policy online and then print it on a regular printer. When choosing a suitable policy, ask if the “active leisure” option is offered; this is exactly what is suitable for insuring skiing activities.

Weldon Kennedy/La Plagne Mountains

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Height difference: 1250-3250 m Lifts are open from mid-December to the end of April.

Resort website: www.la-plagne.com

La Plagne- the second ski area, which in the winter of 2003 entered the Paradiski zone. It consists of 10 stations, six of which are connected by roads, slopes and lifts, and four are located a little away. The most convenient hotels and residences are located in Plagne 1800, Plagne Bellecôte (1930 m), Plagne Center (1970 m), Em Plagne (2100 m), Belle Plagne (2050 m), Plagne Soleil (2050 m) and Plagne-Village (2050 m).
La Plagne has reliable snow (the main pistes are located on the northern slopes and above 2000 m), wide and straight slopes, and an extensive network of lifts. All this attracts tourists from all over the world. Plagne is ideal for intermediate skiers, as most of the slopes are easy; excellent conditions for teaching children - free ski lifts, many instructors, special teaching methods and many children's trails. Car traffic is prohibited at Plani stations; there are closed parking lots (paid) at the entrance.

Characteristics of the routes
For professionals: there are only two areas worthy of attention - the black pistes leading from the Bellecôte glacier and the descents from Bioley, a good piste from Grand Rochette to Champagne, but due to the fact that the slope is southern, it can get snowy. Those who wish can test themselves on virgin soil.
For intermediate level: La Plagne is ideal for intermediate skiers, with many blue and red runs available. The slopes in Champagne will be interesting for advanced skiers; their names speak for themselves: “Kamikaze” and “Harakiri”. The long red run of Mont de la Guerre is magnificent; There are easy trails in the main valley, long, long descents from Roche de Mio are good, however, the second part of one of them is classified as black trails. But basically all sectors have excellent red slopes.
For beginners: Of course, La Plagne will be interesting for beginners. All pistes and ski lifts are located near the accommodation. Perhaps, when you look at the map, you will notice that there are not enough green trails, but the blue trails are quite simple and easy to master.

Ski schools
Ecole du Ski Francais(E.S.F., www.esf-plagne.com), Oxygene, El pro, Evolution 2, information on the website www.la-plagne.com.

Prices for services are approximate.

Ski pass
Children under 6 years old use the lifts free of charge. (age in the table is inclusive)

Ski-pass "Paradiski illlimite" includes use of the ski lifts of all resorts of the Paradiski ski area: Les Arcs and La Plagne, Peisey-Vallandry.

*** The 13-day family pass can only be purchased when staying at the La Plagne resort.

Equipment rental (approximate prices in euros):

	1 day, adult	1 day, child	6 days, adult	6 days, baby
Skis	15-35	8-15	70-140	30-65
Boots	10-15	5-20	35-80	20-50
Snowboard	35-40	25-30	170-190	120-140

Sports, recreation
There are many places in La Plagne where you can have great fun after skiing
* Belle Plagne - bowling alley, fitness center (gyms, sauna, Turkish bath, balneotherapy, solarium);
* Plagne Center - fitness center (Turkish bath, sauna, balneotherapy, solarium, massage, lymphatic drainage, pressotherapy);
* Plagne-Bellecôte - skating rink, swimming pool (entrance for adults 5 euros, for children 3.75 euros); fitness center (sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi, solarium, massage), two cinemas.

In La Plagne there is a bobsleigh track where competitions took place during the 1992 Olympic Games (1 run on a four-seater bob - 33 euros per person, on a three-seater - 80 euros per person, mono-bob - 95 euros).

Bars and restaurants
There are bars and restaurants at every station; There are discos in Aime-Plagne, Belle-Plagne, Plagne-Centre and Plagne-Bellecôte.

The shops
Shops are located in the central buildings of hotels and are usually open from 10.00 to 12.00 and from 15.00 to 19.00.

Ski buses
Buses run every 1 hour between Plagne Center and Em Plagne, Plagne Center and Plagne Village, Plagne 1800 and Plagne Bellecôte, Plagne Bellecôte and Belle Plagne.

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