Via Ferrata | Climbing
Feel a rush of adrenalin run down your spine as you approach a via ferrata, hear your children’s cries of joy from up in the trees, observe the spectacle of the mountain from the air. La Plagne offers you moments of intense emotion to experience on your own or share with your family and friends.
Originating in Italy, via ferratas are athletic routes on rock faces. A cross between hiking and rock climbing, this activity focuses on ascending, using equipment such as handrails, ladders, bridges, beams, and more.
As you can imagine, you’re entering a vertical world! But rest assured, by following the safety line, you’ll enjoy a safe adventure. The goal is simple: to experience unique views.
How does it work? The three via ferratas in La Plagne are freely accessible. You’ll need to bring your own harness and helmet—and, for beginners, a guide! The Bourtes via ferrata features two zip lines—don’t forget your carabiner (update 7/10/2026—the zip lines are currently closed).
You can rent the necessary equipment.
Climbing
This is a discipline that is more and more popular. While it is an indoor activity in urban locations, the mountain allows you to try the “great outdoors” version, where you climb to the peak from an exceptional starting point. With a guide, at the head of the line or with your teammate, try climbing a route where concentration and endurance are the qualities you will need to cultivate. Work on your balance, flexibility and strength and be as one with the rockface and the environment.
In 2022, Champagny-en-Vanoise, Pralognan-la-Vanoise and Le Planay were awarded the « Terre d'Alpinisme » label. The word "Alpinism" encompasses universal values for activities such as via-ferrata and rock climbing. The abundance of routes at different levels is one of the region's strengths.
