La Plagne Overview
La Plagne has an excellent snow record with 70% of runs above 2,000m, and an extensive 225km of piste to enjoy. A range of après-ski activities, shops and restaurants are on offer in the self-contained villages of La Plagne, so there is plenty to keep your group occupied. The resort is also at the heart of the Paradiski ski circuit, one of Europe’s largest interlinked ski areas offering a further 425km of skiing, should you wish to extend your lift pass. La Plagne also benefits from a glacier so it’s an excellent snow-sure choice for either end of the season.
Km of skiable area
225km
Number of runs
9
74
33
18
Number of lifts
77
Nearest hospital
35km
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La Plagne Accommodation
Hotel Rhododendrons
Location: Plagne 1800
Capacity: 135
Chalet Hotel Rhododendrons is a family run accommodation conveniently located close to the lifts and ski school meeting place in Plagne 1800. The hotel offers great facilities and space for groups and has two bar/pubs and a lounge area plus table tennis and a mini pool table. There is a regular shuttle bus service connecting the villages in La Plagne to allow further evening entertainment.
Rooms: 43 en-suite guest rooms suitable for 2 – 4 people. New for this season, refurbished bathrooms in all rooms.
Facilities: Restaurant, Bobsleigh pub and Skeleton bar, lounge area, games area with table tennis table and mini pool table. Large terrace. Wi-Fi available.
Village Club Mileade La Plagne
Location: La Plagne Montalbert
Capacity: 288
Village Club Miléade La Plagne is the perfect accommodation for groups looking for a great standard of accommodation with easy access to the slopes. Located above Plagne Montalbert, a self-contained, peaceful satellite village away from the bustle of the altitude resorts, the accommodation offers a huge variety of food options, with meals served in buffet style, with wine offered for teachers. Groups won’t have to travel for their evening entertainment either as the hotel caters for this too – enjoy a disco, karaoke, quiz night or swim at the hotel pool!
Rooms: 94 en-suite rooms, 2- 4 people, with TV and accessible to reduced mobility persons on reservation.
Facilities: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool (no lifeguard), wellness centre (adults only), lounge, terrace, in house ski hire. Please note – due to the location of the hotel, the evening entertainment options at this hotel are all in house.
La Plagne Après Ski
In-house Quiz
Subject range: Cultural, History, Geography, Language
What you’ll experience: A quiz night is a great way to spend a relaxed evening inside. Your rep will help you organise the activity.
Select says: You may wish to budget for snacks, prizes, etc.
Cinema
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: Catch the latest films and releases in La Plagne Cinema during your stay.A great evening entertainment which allows groups of all ages to relax after a busy day on the slopes. Let students improve their language skills by going to a French Language cinema, or look out for VOST for English speaking films.
Select says: Some cinemas open their doors early on bad weather days, ortherwise most screenings are in the evenings- perfect as an après ski activity! Many cinemas are located near to the resort for easy access.
Bowling
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: Always a popular option, Le Bowling Bar also has an arcade to entertain groups of all ages. Sports, skiing and racing is also shown of the big screen TV’s.
Select says: The bowlng alley is open from 16:00-2:00 and from 14:00 on bad weather and during the school holidays. Located at Belle Plagne, groups will take the free shuttle bus to Plagne Bellecote and then enjoy a nighttime gondola ride to access the pedestrianised village of Belle Plagne!
Ice Cave - La Plagne
Subject range:
What you’ll experience: An opportunity to see the fantastic ice sculptures at the top of the Bellecote Glacier. A fun experience for groups of all ages. The glacier is made up of many layers meaning the colours in the cave range from blue to green- a truly beautiful sight and not one to be missed!
Select says: Closed on Saturdays.
Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool Bellecôte
Subject range: Physical Education
What you’ll experience: This is a heated outdoor pool (30°C) so your group can swim at the same time as enjoying the great mountain views. This is a fuly renovated complex for greater comfort and a Scandinavian area outside. 2 saunas are also included for a magical and unforgettable experience!
Select says: Open daily from 15:00-20:00 (21:30 Tues & Thurs) / Closed on Sunday. Group rate available for over 12 people. Located at Plagne Bellecôte, a 10 minute drive from the resort.
Ice Skating - Bellecôte
Subject range: Winter Sports
What you’ll experience: Enjoy some open-air ice skating with your group! A great way for students to experience a different winter sport beside skiing. This natural ice rink has a section cornered off for beginners where you can enjoy skating or playing ice hockey with friends. There is also a cozy cottage so that you can take a rest and enjoy relaxing in the restaurant.
Select says: Open from 10.00 to 23.00 (Closed at 19.00 on Sundays). Located at Plagne Bellecote, a 10 minute drive from the resort.
Disco Night
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: A disco night is always a great way for the group to let loose after a long day on the slopes. This evening entertainment allows children to socialise and have fun.
Select says: A disco night is a popular option as an end of week celebration! Includes 1 soft drink.
La Plagne Resort Facts
| Resort height | 1250-2050m |
| Highest lift | 3250m |
| Vertical drop | 2000m |
| Total km of piste | 225km |
| Total no of ski runs | 125 |
| Blue | 73 |
| Red | 34 |
| Black | 19 |
| Total no of lifts | 77 |
| Gondolas/cable cars | 12 |
| Chair lifts | 31 |
| Drag lifts + telecords | 33 |
| Longest run | 6km |
| Lift pass covers | La Plagne area – Paradiski pass at a supplement |
| Glacier | Yes, in La Plagne |
| Snowboarding facilities | 1 snow park / 3 border cross / 1 half pipe |
| Snow making | 35% |
| Transfer time by air | Grenoble – 3hrs, Geneva – 3.5hrs |
| Transfer time by coach | Calais – 13hrs |
| Medical facilities | Doctors in resort |
| Nearest hospital | Bourg Saint Maurice – 35km |
