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What You Need to Know About Les Deux Alpes
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La Plagne is based in the Paradiski area of the French Alps and has over 225 km of pistes to explore surrounded by Vanoise National Park. La Plagne is connected with Les Arcs by the Vanoise Cable car for even more skiing and snowboarding pistes to explore.
This La Plagne ski resort has great family-friendly skiing and it’s also got a very exciting Bobsleigh at the La Plagne Olympic track if you’re feeling adventurous. La Plagne has a number of villages from 1800 until 2100.
The ski area includes a fantastic variety of snow-sure slopes, shared with Les Arcs.
Each village has its own feel – from après hubs to quiet, family-friendly picks.
Experience a wide range of activities and nightlife, using free buses to get around to each of the ski resort villages
Shared coach transfers are provided from Geneva Airport with multi-fixed drop locations to choose from through the villages of La Plagne (1800 to 2100). Our stops are extremely well-covered in the ski resort.
Getting from Geneva to La Plagne is easy with our high frequency airport transfer service that offers great value for money. We have two types of shared transfer services.
Fixed Point: This is the absolute best value option we have. With this option you will be dropped off / collected from one of our fixed points.
Our fixed point shared transfer service also stops at Bourg St Maurice for those connecting to other ski resorts. The service then continues onwards to Plagne 1800, Belle Plagne, Bellecote, La Plagne Centre, Plagne Soleil, Plagne Village and finishing at Plagne 2000.
We cover the popular hotels, bus stops, tourist offices, and hot spot areas of the La Plagne ski resort. We like to provide multiple fixed drop-offs and collection points to ensure it’s affordable and efficient for your ski holiday. Please check our route map below for all the stops on our line.
Door 2 Door: This is the same service as the fixed point line but with an additional last-mile minivan direct to your door.
From winter 2023/24 we will be offering our customers travelling from Geneva to LaPlagne a new door to door shared transfer option. This upgrade will enable you to travel directly to your accommodation. Please note that with this service you will often change to a smaller vehicle upon arriving in your resort. This allows access to the chalets and hotels that are often on narrower roads and harder to reach.
We now offer private transfers to La Plagne from the following: Geneva Airport, Lyon Airport, Grenoble Airport and Chambery Airport. Upon arrival at the Airport you will be met by our driver in the arrivals area. With our private transfer service, you can choose between a standard or an upgrade to our premium service for an incredible start to your holiday
1. Book your approximate shuttle time and choose your preferred fixed stop on the website & receive your confirmation tickets.
2. One day prior to travel at 12:00 we will send you an SMS with your shuttle time and the relevant information for you to join your ski transfer with Alpine Fleet.
One day prior to travel at 12:00 we will send you an SMS with your shuttle time and the relevant information for you to join your ski transfer with Alpine Fleet.
Important: Our Shared transfer service may stop at Amie-Le Plagne for your connection to La Plagne
Geneva Airport to La Plagne. Journey Time: 3hr 15 minutes.
Geneva Airport to La Plagne Journey Time: 3hr 15min
Private Transfers All year Round
Winter Shared Transfers: From 16 Dec 2023 to 7 Apr 2024
A ski season in La Plagne typically starts in December through to April. Depending on your preferences regarding snow conditions, the weather in general and how busy you’d want the resort to be will determine the best time to visit for you.
The La Plagne ski resort is made up of several villages with Plagne Centre being a central hub. Other villages within the resort include Belle Plagne, Plagne Soleil, Plagne Villages, and Aime La Plagne. It’s important to note that the altitude varies across the villages.
La Plagne provides transportation for easy travel between the villages including shuttle services and lifts making it an easy and convenient way for visitors to explore the entire resort.
La Plagne is easily accessible from airports like Geneva and Lyon. Transportation options from the airports include shuttles, trains, and car rentals. For an easy way to get to the resort, you’ll want a private and shared transfer.
La Plagne has ski schools that cater to all skill levels. From beginners looking to learn the ropes right through to experts wanting to hone their techniques.
There are a variety of off-slope activities in La Plagne with something for everyone. From the world-famous Olympic Bobsleigh to enjoying the social life of restaurants and apres ski bars straight through to more adventurous options of dog sledding and paragliding.
La Plagne is an exceptional family friendly ski resort with a wealth of childcare options, from daycares to babysitters, parents can enjoy skiing and nightlife in peace knowing their children are well looked after.
There are a host of choices when it comes to renting ski equipment in La Plagne suitable for every skier. We however, would recommend renting from Skiset. They are one of our partners and offer 50% off for all our customers.
La Plagne is located in France in the Paradiski area, which is one of the largest ski areas in France.
La Plagne is great for families with its friendly atmosphere and activities for everyone. It’s part of the Paradiski area, linked to Les Arcs, with 425 kilometres of slopes for all levels.
La Plagne offers skiing on high slopes with stunning alpine views including sights of Mont Blanc, Three valleys, and Les Arcs.
La Plagne is located at 1,250m with a maximum height of 3,250m near the top of the glacier at Bellecote La Plagne.
The best time to visit La Plagne for skiing is from December to April. As this resort is snow sure you can enjoy great spring skiing in late April.
Alpine Fleet provides convenient ski transfers from Geneva Airport, Lyon Airport and Grenoble Airports. Shared transfers are available from Geneva Airport regularly 5 days a week with Private transfers available from Lyon, Grenoble & Chambery Airports.
Because of its geographical location, La Plagne enjoys excellent snow coverage from December to April each year.
La Plagne has multiple ski schools catering to a variety of needs, from beginners to advanced skiers, so whether you’re learning or at expert level there are great choices of group and private lessons available.
Make sure you book in advance as during the peak season availability can be limited.
Yes, La Plagne has a great ski area for beginners located throughout the resort.
La Plagne is known for its family friendly vibes and large number of cruisey blue and green runs that make up the majority of the ski area.
Plagne Bellecôte, Belle Plagne and Plagne Centre also have great nursery slopes with magic carpets to which are great tools in learning to ski where you can gain your confidence before heading out to larger runs.
There are plenty of non-skiing activities to enjoy in La Plagne, including snowshoeing, ice climbing, relaxing at spas, and other activities such as: swimming, climbing, or working out.
You can also dine at great restaurants and enjoy the après-ski bars. You will be spoiled for choice in La Plagne.
From cosy accommodations to exciting activities, tasty restaurants, and lively entertainment, La Plagne has something for everyone.
If your child isn’t into skiing, there are excellent childcare services that will keep them entertained while you hit the slopes, take in the stunning views, and relax with a drink!
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Whether you want a top of the range hotel, a cosy chalet, or a serviced apartment with a pool and spa, La Plagne has it all.
La Plagne 1800 is known for the chartered chalet experiences, Plagne 2000 has many apartments and hotels in this area and access to a great ski in and out area with a lively night scene.
Plagne Soliel and Plagne villages are more affordable apartment options usually with a quieter nightlife and Bellecote has great access to the pistes for those that are the first lift kind of holiday makers.
Worried about forgetting some of your ski equipment or not being able to bring them? No worries – La Plagne has you covered.
There are plenty of rental shops where you can get skis, snowboards, boots, and helmets with many shops also offering online booking to make it super easy.
With the Paradiski lift pass, you can explore different slopes and ski resorts, including La Plagne, Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry, and more.
La Plagne opens its doors in December with lively DJ sets and festive fun for Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
Depending on the dates of your ski holiday you’ll also be able to experience the thrill of the Born to Be Show, take on the Triface’s Race, or finish your visit with the fun-filled Subli Cimes event at the end of season.
It depends on what you really want. La Plagne is perfect for families and beginners with its easy slopes and ski-in/ski-out access.
But if you love challenges and partying, Les Arcs is the place for you with tough runs and a lively apres-ski scene.
La Plagne is part of the huge Paradiski area, connecting to Les Arcs and Peisey-Vallandry, with lots of slopes to explore. The snow is reliable from December to April, making it great for families and beginners.
The modern lifts are quick, so you spend more time skiing and less time waiting. It’s everything you need for a perfect ski holiday!
La Plagne isn’t really a party town since it’s more family-focused but it still has a fun après-ski scene with lively pubs and a few nightclubs.
While it’s not the place for crazy nightlife, you can still enjoy a good mix of entertainment and relaxation.
If you love beer, a pint in La Plagne will cost around €6 to €10, depending on the bar or restaurant.
While La Plagne and Val Thorens are both in the French Alps, they belong to different ski areas. La Plagne is in the Paradiski area, while Val Thorens is in the Three Valleys. The drive between the two resorts takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
La Plagne has great public transport and many places are close to the slopes, but having a car has its perks. It gives you the freedom to explore nearby areas and makes handling your gear easier.
Just be sure you have a parking spot and winter tires for a smooth and safe trip. Parking can be a challenge so if you are thinking about car hire, make sure your accommodation has car parking included to avoid those costly surprise charges.
The nearest major city to La Plagne is Grenoble which is around 1 hour and 20 minutes away.
Yes, you can drink the tap water in La Plagne.
La Plagne is definitely worth visiting in summer too! You can enjoy hiking, biking, and different water sports activities.
For a mix of adventure and relaxation with beautiful views, La Plagne is a perfect choice.
No, La Plagne doesn’t have a train station. The nearest train stations are in Aime or Bourg Saint-Maurice. Often people will mistake Aime Gare Routiere for Aime-la Plagne – these are not the same place.
La Plagne ski area is 225 kilometres total or 134 slopes. This resort is composed of 15 black runs, 30 reds, 72 blue and 10 green runs.
Aime is the town located at the foot of the La Plagne ski resort. If you’re in Aime and want to get to La Plagne, you can take a bus or a taxi. The bus ride takes about 30 minutes, and there are regular services between the two resorts.
You can ski from La Plagne to Les Arcs within the Paradiski area by using the Vanoise Express cable car. This is the biggest cable car in the world made up of two levels and can carry up to 200 passengers at a time. It’s one of the most outstanding features of Les Arcs & La Plagne.
If you want to enjoy a good après, there are a few popular places to visit: Scotty’s Bar, Le Bobsleigh Pub, La Mine Bar, Le Saloon, and La Bergerie.