Ski passes

Ski passes for everyone

La Plagne’s lift system is a great help for going skiing or hiking. There are passes for the duration of your holiday, the composition of your group and the area you want to explore. Beginners will be happy in the Cool Ski zones whilst those with more stamina can consider getting the full Paradiski version.

To find out all you need to know about CoolSki and the areas concerned, visit the ‘Everything you need to know to learn to ski’ page.

Which ski lifts and slopes does my ski pass give me access to?

A ski pass is a form of transportation (like a bus ticket or a train ticket). Technically, it grants you access to the ski lifts, not to the ski runs they serve (which are freely accessible). As a result, a cross-country skier can certainly use a groomed ski run on the way back from their outing without needing a ski pass.
There are three main types of passes for alpine skiers and snowboarders:

• The La Plagne ski pass, which gives you access to 73 ski lifts leading to 133 ski runs (for a total of 225 km of downhill runs)
• The Paradiski ski pass, which gives you access to the lifts in La Plagne, as well as those in Les Arcs and Peisey-Vallandry (129 lifts and 258 runs for all skill levels, totaling 425 km of downhill runs!)
• The Cool Ski pass, a budget-friendly pass that gives you access to beginner areas only (no risk of ending up on a black run by mistake)

In addition to these three major ski areas (and thus three main types of passes), there are village passes (for those staying in Champagny-en-Vanoise, Plagne Montalbert, or Montchavin-les-Coches and who prefer to ski near these villages), cross-country ski passes, and passes for pedestrians.

Good to know: 16 ski lifts for beginners are accessible for free, without a ski pass (mostly magic carpets and T-bar lifts, as well as a gondola).

Is it better to buy a La Plagne or a Paradiski ski pass?

Are you new to skiing? Do you plan to ski two or three times a week, no more? Or do you want to ski every day, but string together runs on your favorite trails without straying too far from your starting point? The La Plagne ski pass is perfect for you! It gives you access to 225 km of ski runs for all skill levels (including 77 blue runs). That’s more than enough to keep you busy for a few hours or a few days…

Are you an experienced skier? Do you plan to ski every day without repeating the same run twice? Do you love exploring the mountains and discovering new slopes and new views? Go for the Paradiski ski pass! With this ski pass in hand, you’ll have access to 425 km of ski runs across the interconnected La Plagne–Les Arcs–Peisey-Vallandry ski area. Your thighs will get a good workout, but you’re going to love it…

What’s the best ski pass for accessing the large interconnected ski area?

The most popular ski pass for accessing the interconnected ski area (La Plagne – Les Arcs – Peisey-Vallandry) is the 6-day Paradiski pass ( also available in other durations, from 1 day to 8 days). But it’s not the only option! Here are two alternatives you might like:

• The Paradiski Extension: This add-on, which supplements your La Plagne ski pass, lets you ski the slopes of the large interconnected ski area for one day. A good tip: take the extension during the second half of your stay ( but not on the last day). That way, you’ll have time to get your bearings in the La Plagne ski area at the start of your trip before venturing further afield. And you can stick to the nearby slopes toward the end of your trip, when you start to get tired.
• The Ski à la Carte Pass: This pass is ideal for regular skiers who enjoy skiing in La Plagne just as much as in Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry, Tignes, Val d’Isère, and other resorts. By joining the Ski à la Carte program, you pay only when you ski and enjoy great discounts on lift tickets for eight major, prestigious ski areas. This is convenient if you live in the valley and decide on your ski days on a whim, without being able to choose between all these exceptional ski areas…

Can you lend your ski pass to your partner? Or to a friend?

No! All ski passes (day, week, season, adult, child, etc.) are non-transferable. So you can’t lend your pass to your partner or a friend while you’re soaking up the sun on a terrace or trying out another winter activity, like snowshoeing or bobsledding.

Already know you won’t be skiing every day? Ask our online sales advisors to help you choose the pass that best fits your skiing preferences and schedule (weekly pass, day pass, 4-hour pass…).

What are the cheapest ski passes?

Numerous discounts are applied to the base price of ski passes depending on the skiers’ age, the time of year (weekends, early and late season), or the skiers’ skill level (and thus the size of the ski area they’ll be using). Among the cheapestski passes are:

• La Plagne’s early- and late-seasonski passes (the week before the Christmas break and the last week of operation in April): you’ll receive a 15% discount off the price charged during the rest of the winter season
• The “Samedi je skie” and “Dimanche Malin” ski passes: flat rates of €43 and €54 per day, respectively (compared to €58 for a one-day adult ski pass at La Plagne during the rest of the week). These two weekend offers are available exclusively online and must be booked no later than midnight the day before
• The “Cool Ski” pass, designed for beginners: a flat rate of €38 per day
• children’s passes (free until the day before the child turns 5; reduced rate for ages 5 through 12, inclusive) and senior passes (reduced rate for ages 65 through 74, inclusive)
• Village passes, providing access to a smaller ski area (but perhaps sufficient for your needs) around Champagny-en-Vanoise, Plagne Montalbert, and Montchavin-les-Coches.

Up to what age is the children’s ski pass free?

The ski pass is free for children up until the day before their 5th birthday. From age 5 through 12, inclusive, they qualify for a reduced rate.

Planning a family ski trip for 6, 7, or 8 days? Choose the Family Pack! It gives you a €25 discount on La Plagne or Paradiski ski passes for two adults and at least two children ages 5 to 12.

Please note: 16 ski lifts leading to the beginner ski areas are accessible free of charge to both children and adults, even without a ski pass.

Are there any affordable ski passes for students?

There isn’t a specific discounted rate for students, but here are two special offers that should make you happy if you’re a ski enthusiast but need to watch your budget like a hawk…

For weekend skiing:

• With the “Saturday Skiing” special offer, ski every Saturday of the season at a bargain price on the slopes of La Plagne. The only catch? You must buy your pass online by midnight on Friday. Don’t forget to set a reminder on your phone…
• Prefer to study on Saturday and ski on Sunday? No problem! With the “ Smart Sunday ” offer, ski at a discounted rate on the slopes of La Plagne every Sunday of the season (excluding Christmas and winter school breaks). Same deal: you’ll need to buy your ski pass online no later than midnight the day before. Tell your friends about it over drinks!

For a week-long ski trip with friends:

• Are you going on a ski vacation with three, four, five friends, or even more? With the “Pack Tribu” deal, get a €10 discount on each of your 6- to 8-day adult ski passes—choose between La Plagne or Paradiski.

Do you need a ski pass for ski touring?

Don’t plan on using any ski lifts during your ski tour? Then you don’t need a ski pass! You can even hit the groomed runs on the way back if you’d like—they’re open to everyone, including alpine skiers and ski tourers, on the descent.

Please note: for obvious safety reasons, alpine ski runs are off-limits to ski tourers on the ascent. To enjoy your hike with peace of mind, choose one of the 7 marked ski touring routes starting from Plagne Centre, Plagne Bellecôte, Montchavin, Montalbert, Les Coches, La Roche, and Champagny-en-Vanoise.

Is ski insurance included in the ski pass?

Ski insurance is not included in your ski pass. Contact your insurance provider, your bank, or any other organization (e.g., a sports license such as a rock climbing license) through which you may already have comprehensive coverage both within and outside the groomed ski area.

Be sure to read the fine print, and compare the coverage offered by your insurance provider with that offered by Carré Neige. When in doubt, it’s better to be a little overinsured than underinsured! Sign up for Carré Neige insurance at for each day you plan to spend on skis or a snowboard.