Unmissable
Have you got your “bucket list” with you? Great, you will only have to tick the things you want to try in La Plagne. Here are a few ideas to make your mountain holiday quite unforgettable.
Aerolive
A world first and exclusive to La Plagne, these are two cabins like no other, open to the four winds for a hair-raising (and sensational) journey! Summer and winter alike, head for the roof of La Plagne and an arrival at Live 3000, a breathtaking alpine rooftop facing the Vanoise glaciers at an altitude of 3,080 m.
Deep Nature
It's the kind of address we'd prefer to keep secret, but we'll make an exception. Nestled in Belle Plagne, Deep Nature Bains & Spa La Plagne boasts 1,500 m² dedicated to well-being. Outdoor pools with breathtaking mountain views, spacious saunas & hammams with glittering mosaics, attentive staff. Special mention for the Deep Nature products that perfume the area. A must: the Family area, where you can share a moment of relaxation with your family.
Live 3000
This is the experience offered to skiers (and pedestrians!) on the roof of La Plagne, at 3,080 m altitude. The new Télécabine des Glaciers takes passengers up from the Roche de Mio. A 10-minute ascent to a spectacular finish, facing the Vanoise glaciers. An outdoor terrace and the comforting Le Sixième Ciel spot are the perfect place for a chill and gourmet break.
First Tracks
Meet the ski area's ski patrollers at dawn, at the foot of the Plagne Centre (Funiplagne) or Plagne Bellecôte gondola, for a privileged descent: alone as the sun rises, on a trackless slope, the feeling of euphoria is there. The descent is preceded by a Savoyard breakfast before setting off. The First Track, or how to get your skiing day off to a good start.
A bobsleigh descent
Unique in France, ultra-slick, sensational, hair-raising (literally)... We're not short of adjectives, we just love our bobsleigh run so much. It's so simple, there's nothing to do! The most complicated part is putting on the helmet and daring to take off down this snake of ice, almost 1,500 m long, with 19 bends and a 125 m vertical drop. The start of the run is below Plagne 1800. Open to the public until early April. From 1.30 m.
Over the moon
It's a must for anyone coming to La Plagne. Firstly, because it's unique in the world. You won't find one on any other mountain. Secondly, because beneath its mechanical exterior, this groomer hides a veritable cocoon. And last but not least, the sight of the sun rising over Mont Blanc from the summit of the ski area is truly unforgettable.
Off-piste: the North Face of Bellecôte
Let's be clear: this is an off-piste itinerary reserved for very good skiers and snowboarders. Freeride aficionados welcome! Embark on an off-piste session at over 3,000 m altitude. It goes without saying that proper equipment and professional guidance are highly recommended.
Bike Park
A veritable nugget for thrill-seeking mountain bikers, La Plagne's Bike Park will convince beginners and initiates alike. Maintained with particular care by the Bike Patrols, it features banked turns, modules and jumps of varying difficulty. Leaving from Plagne Centre.
Vanoise National Park
Champagny-en-Vanoise, with its Champagny-le-Haut plateau, is the gateway to one of France's ten national parks. The fauna and flora have been preserved, the setting is enchanting and tradition has its place. Ibex and marmots are easy to spot. Various refuges allow you to live the experience to the full, immersing yourself fully in a mountain where wildlife rules the roost. Please note that dogs are not allowed in the park.
Via ferrata des Bourtes
This typical mountain activity combines hiking and climbing in a natural environment, as you take on the summits. Using ramps, monkey bridges, beams and other ladders, the route evolves in a vertical world, where every meter gained approaches a breathtaking viewpoint. What makes the via ferrata des Bourtes so special? Its ultra-safe continuous line system and its two vertiginous zip lines!
Descent of the Isère
In summer at La Plagne, there's one place you can't miss: the Isère. A mythical river, it's a favourite with kayakers from all over the world, as well as beginners! It's all a question of choice of craft: rafting, canoeing or hydrospeed, always accompanied by a guide. On the programme: the Aime rapids, the luminous Centron gorges, welcome cool water on hot days, and magnificent natural scenery as the river passes by.
Enchanted mountain pastures and a refreshing stream
Like Montchavin - Les Coches and Champagny-en-Vanoise, Montalbert is a village located close to a dense forest. It's a good starting point for the Alpages Enchantés trail, dotted with woodcarvings, and the Bovet stream, where signs tell the story of its centuries-old and eventful history.
