La Plagne

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Resort Overview

La Plagne stands as the world's most visited ski resort, commanding 225 kilometres of varied terrain across eleven distinctive villages ranging from 1,250m to 3,250m altitude. This purpose-built resort in the Tarentaise Valley attracts over 2.5 million visitors annually with its comprehensive skiing experience that spans four communes and encompasses 100 square kilometres of skiable area. The resort forms the heart of the massive Paradiski area, which combines with neighbouring Les Arcs via the revolutionary Vanoise Express double-decker cable car to create 425 kilometres of interconnected pistes across 10,000 hectares. With 70% of the terrain positioned above 2,000m elevation, La Plagne delivers exceptional snow reliability throughout its December to April season, while its diverse village options range from functional ski-in-ski-out accommodation to charming traditional Alpine communities.

Trails & Terrain

Trails

Total Runs

137

Total Area

225km

139.8 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner

62%

Intermediate

26%

Advanced

12%

Expert

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La Plagne Lift System

La Plagne operates one of the Alps' most comprehensive lift networks, featuring 74 installations including 2 cable cars, 8 gondolas, 36 chairlifts, and 38 surface lifts that efficiently transport skiers across the resort's extensive terrain. The system's centrepiece is the groundbreaking Vanoise Express, which travels at over 40 km/h making it one of the world's fastest cable cars, seamlessly linking La Plagne to Les Arcs across the dramatic Ponturin Gorge. Modern installations like the Glaciers gondola provide access to the 3,080m summit, while strategic lift placement ensures efficient circulation between the resort's multiple sectors from the tree-lined slopes of Montchavin-Les Coches to the high-altitude bowls above Belle Plagne. The network includes notable infrastructure such as the Télémétro linking Plagne Centre to Aime-La Plagne, plus the resort's Olympic bobsleigh track built for the 1992 Albertville Winter Olympics.

Lifts

Total Lifts

Lift Types

Lift Breakdown

T-Bar

6-Person Chair

Gondola

Quad Chair

Surface Lift

Aerial Tram

8-Person Chair

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Location & Getting There

Located in the prestigious Tarentaise Valley of the French Alps, La Plagne sits in the Savoie department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, approximately 148 kilometres northeast of Geneva Airport and 108 kilometres from Chambéry Airport. The resort occupies a spectacular mountain setting facing Mont Blanc, spread across four communes including Aime, Bellentre, Champagny-en-Vanoise, and Mâcot-la-Plagne, with excellent transport links to major Alpine centres. Its strategic position places it 66 kilometres southeast of Chambéry, 147 kilometres east of Grenoble, and within easy reach of other renowned Tarentaise resorts, making it highly accessible for international visitors. The area's rich heritage includes former mining villages like Plagne 1800, traditional Alpine farming communities such as Montchavin, and purpose-built modern centres, all connected by the resort's comprehensive lift system and free shuttle services between villages.

La Plagne

, france

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Hotels & Accommodation near La Plagne

⛷️ Season opens Dec 7, 2025

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Season Info

La Plagne typically operates from December through April, with its high-altitude positioning and 70% of terrain above 2,000m ensuring exceptional snow reliability throughout the winter season. Winter temperatures range from -10°C to -2°C at lower elevations, dropping significantly higher up, with the deepest snow typically found in January and February creating optimal powder conditions. The resort maintains excellent skiing conditions well into late season, with terrain above 2,100m offering good snow quality even in March and April when morning conditions remain consistently strong. The varied exposure across different sectors, from north-facing slopes that preserve powder to south-facing areas offering warmer skiing, provides diverse conditions throughout the season, while the resort's elevation advantage ensures reliable coverage from mid-December onwards.

Current Season

2025-2026

Opening Day

12/7/2025

Closing Day

4/26/2026

Days Open

141

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