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.
La Plagne ski pass
With 135 runs, La Plagne includes a glacier and stretches north and south. A four-hour tour gives you a good overview of the area, while a day's skiing lets you explore it from one end to the other. But if you want to get to know the La Plagne area and each of its slopes more intimately, you'll need to stay for at least 6 days... choose the ski pass that suits your desires!
Paradiski pass
With a Paradiski pass, you can ski in La Plagne, Les Arcs and Peisey-Vallandry. The area has a total of 425 km of runs, so ski nuts will have a great time… it’s our XXL pass that will keep you busy on the slopes for days.
Village pass
La Plagne Champagny en Vanoise, La Plagne Montalbert and La Plagne Montchavin-les Coches, our pretty villages situated between 1250 and 1350 m altitude, have their own pass. If you don’t want to go very far, if you are trying to get your confidence back on skis or if you want an easy start, this is the pass for you.
For winter 2024/25:
| 1 day | |
|---|---|
| Adult | 54 € |
| Child & senior (5-12yrs inclusive & 65-74yrs inclusive) | 44 € |
Cool Ski pass
If you (re)discovering skiing, then our Cool Ski pass is especially designed for you. Protected zones with easy slopes, learning modules and recommended circuits, this is where you will (re)find your confidence. The pink signs tell you where these specific beginner zones start and finish.
Single rate for 2025/26.
| 1 day |
|---|
| 38 € |
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.
Pedestrians and cross-country skiers
The La Plagne area is not just for skiers and snowboarders. Pedestrians and cross-country skiers are also welcome. For a walk and a breath of fresh air, come this way!
Carré Neige insurance
Prevention is better than cure, so don't hesitate to take out snow square insurance. With this perfect complement to your ski pass, you can hit the slopes with peace of mind!
The Vanoise Express
The Vanoise Express, a technical feat recognised as being the world’s biggest cable car, has two cabins, each with two levels, that run independently. There is no pylon between the stations at Plan Peisey and Montchavin. 2000 people/hr can cross the Ponthurin valley in under 4 mins and enjoy the ski runs in both Les Arcs and La Plagne.
The VertiGO experience
Paradiski® présents VertiGO, a vertiginous experience 380 metres above the ground. Thanks to a transparent glass plate of 1.70m² built into the floor of the lower level of the two cabins of the Vanoise Express, you have an amazing 3-D view.
Which lifts and runs does my ski pass give me access to?
A ski pass is a transport ticket (like a bus or train ticket). Technically, it gives you access to the ski lifts, not to the ski runs they serve (which are open access). This means that a touring skier can use a groomed ski run on his return without needing a ski pass.
There are three main types of ski pass for alpine skiers and snowboarders:
- The La Plagne ski passThe La Plagne ski pass, with which you can take 73 lifts, leading to 133 ski runs (a total of 225 km of downhill skiing).
- Paradiski ski passwith which you can use the lifts at La Plagne, but also those at Les Arcs and Peisey-Vallandry (129 lifts and 258 runs for all levels, for a total of 425 km of downhill skiing!)
- The Cool Skiski pass gives you access to beginners' areas only (no risk of ending up on a black run by mistake).
In addition to these three main ski areas (and therefore three main types of ski pass) we also offer village ski passes (for those staying in Champagny-en-Vanoise, Plagne Montalbert or Montchavin-les-Coches who prefer to ski close to these villages), ski passes for cross-country skiers, and ski passes for pedestrians.
Good to know: 16 lifts for beginners are accessible free of charge, without a ski pass (mostly carpet and surface lifts, plus a gondola).
Is it better to buy a La Plagne or Paradiski ski pass?
Are you new to skiing? Do you plan to ski two or three times a week, no more? Or do you plan to ski every day, but still manage to get down your favorite slopes without straying too far from your starting point? The La Plagne ski pass is for you! It gives you access to 225 km of ski runs for all levels (including 77 blue runs). Plenty to keep you busy for a few hours or a few days...
Are you used to skiing? Do you intend to ski every day without repeating the same run twice? Do you like to explore the mountains and discover new slopes and viewpoints? Opt for the the Paradiski ski pass! With this skipass in your pocket, the 425 km of ski runs in the linked La Plagne - Les Arcs - Peisey-Vallandry area are yours. Your thighs will get hot, but you'll love it...
What's the best ski pass for accessing the large linked ski area?
The most classic ski pass to access the linked ski area (La Plagne - Les Arcs - Peisey-Vallandry) is the Paradiski 6-day pass (also available for other durations, from 1 day to 8 days). But it's not the only one! Here are two alternatives you might like:
- The Paradiski extension The Paradiski extension: this extension, which is added to your La Plagne ski pass, allows you to ski on the slopes of the large linked ski area for one day. Here 's a good idea: take the extension in the second half of your stay (but not on the last day). This way, you have time to get your bearings in the La Plagne ski area at the start of your stay before venturing further afield. And you can stay on the local slopes at the end of your stay, when you're starting to tire.
- The Ski à la Carte package This package is ideal for regular skiers who like to ski in La Plagne as well as in Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry, Tignes, Val d'Isère and so on. By joining the Ski à la Carte program, you only pay when you ski, and benefit from great discounts on lift passes for 8 prestigious ski areas. Handy if you live in the valley and decide on your skiing days on a whim, without being able to choose between all these exceptional ski areas...
Can I lend my ski pass to my partner? To a friend?
No, you can't! All ski passes (day, week, season, adult, child...) are nominative. So you can't lend your ski pass to your partner or a friend while you're sunbathing on the terrace or trying out another winter activity, such as snowshoeing or bobsleighing.
You already know that you won't be skiing every day? Ask our online sales advisors to point you in the direction of the ski pass best suited to your skiing desires and constraints (week pass, day pass, 4-hour pass...).
What are the cheapest ski passes?
Numerous discounts are applied to the basic price of ski passes, depending on the age of the skiers, the period (weekend, beginning and end of season), or the level of skiers (and therefore the size of the area in which they will be skiing). Among the cheapest include:
- La Plagne ski passes ski passes for the beginning and end of the season (week before Christmas vacations and last week of the season in April): you'll benefit from a 15% discount on the price for the rest of the winter season.
- Samedi je skie" and "Dimanche Malin" ski passes The " Samedi je skie " and "Dimanche Malin " ski passes are available at a single price of €43 and €54/day respectively (compared with €58 for a 1-day La Plagne adult ski pass for the rest of the week). These two weekend offers are web exclusives, and must be booked by midnight the day before.
- The Cool Skiski pass, designed for beginners: single price of 38 € / day
- Children's ski passes (free up to the day before the child's 5th birthday, at a reduced rate for children aged 5 to 12 inclusive) and senior ski passes (at a reduced rate for children aged 65 to 74 inclusive).
- Village ski passesgiving you access to a smaller ski area (but one that may be big enough for you) around Champagny-en-Vanoise, Plagne Montalbert and Montchavin-les-Coches.
Up to what age is the children's ski pass free?
Ski passes are free for children up to the day before their 5th birthday. From the age of 5 up to and including 12, they benefit from a reduced rate.
Are you planning to ski with your family for 6, 7 or 8 days? Choose the the Family Pack! It entitles you to a €25 discount on La Plagne or Paradiski ski passes for two adults + at least 2 children aged 5 to 12.
Please note: 16 lifts leading to beginners' ski areas are accessible free of charge to children and adults alike, without a ski pass.
Are there cheap ski passes for students?
There are no specific discounted rates for students, but here are two special offers that should delight you if you're passionate about skiing but need to watch your budget like milk on the fire...
For weekend skiing:
- With the special offer " Saturday I ski " special offer, you can ski every Saturday of the season on the slopes of La Plagne at mini prices. The only constraint? Buy your ski pass online before 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 our " Smart Sunday "offer, you can ski at a preferential rate on La Plagne's ski slopes every Sunday of the season (excluding the Christmas and winter school vacations). Same principle: you'll need to buy your ski pass online no later than midnight the day before. Tell your friends about it over an aperitif!
For a week's skiing with friends:
- Are you taking three, four, five or more friends on a skiing vacation? With the Pack Tribubenefit from a €10 discount on each of your 6 to 8-day adult ski passes for La Plagne or Paradiski.
Do I need a ski pass for ski touring?
You don't plan to use a ski lift during your ski tour ? Then you don't need a ski pass! You can even ski down the groomed slopes on the way back if you like: they're open to all skiers, downhill skiers and tourers alike.
Please note, however, that for obvious safety reasons, alpine skiers are not allowed on the uphill slopes. For peace of mind, opt for the 7 marked ski touring itineraries 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 insurer, your bank or any other organization (e.g. a sports license such as rock-climbing) through which you may already benefit from comprehensive coverage on and off the groomed ski area.
Read the small print carefully, and compare the cover provided by your insurance with that offered by Carré Neige. In case of doubt, it's better to be a little over-insured than under-insured! Subscribe to Carré Neige insurance for every day you plan to spend on your skis or snowboard.
