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Sport Things To Do in La Plagne — 5 of Our Favourites

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The main draw for people coming to La Plagne in winter is, of course, skiing and snowboarding.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our La Plagne Activities Guide.

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1. Patinoire (ice rink), La Plagne - Centre

Location
Plagne 1800

Outdoor ice skating fun for all the family in the resort of Plagne centre

Enjoy some open air ice skating, located in Plagne centre. Adults and children from aged two years are welcome on the ice.

It's a natural ice rink with a section cordoned off for beginners where you can enjoy skating or playing ice hockey with friends. There's also a cosy cottage where you can take a pit stop and enjoy a relaxing drink in the bar and restaurant

Penguins and chairs are available to rent. 

They're open every day throughout the season.

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a gym in La Plagne

2. Salle Omnisports, Plagne Centre

Location
Plagne 1800

Situated in the heart of Plagne Centre, near the shops, just steps from one of the free shuttle stops, its location makes it particularly easy to access regardless of where you are staying.

The main gym has a stepper, bike, rowing machine and you must be 18 years or over to use the gym.

They also have a climbing wall, a sports hall, two function rooms and a library.

You can play badminton, short tennis, volleyball, handball and basketball in the main sports hall.

Opening times vary throughout the year so best to call in advance and find out when they are open. 

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a squash ball on a court

3. Squash Courts in La Plagne

Location
Plagne 1800

Squash courts can be found in Plagne 1800 and they're open to the public in both winter and summer.

Equipment is provided for you to play, with a deposit of 30€ payable for the rackets. You're not allowed to wear black soled trainers. It costs 5€ to play for each half hour.

Opening dates:

Summer - from early July to the end of August
Winter - from mid December to the end of April.

Opening Hours:

From 17:00 to 19:00 every day.

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Magic Pool, La Plagne Centre

4. Magic Pool, Plagne Bellecôte

Location
Plagne Bellecote

Imagine a pool heated to 30°C, surrounded by snow, a Jacuzzi and a large sauna offering stunning views of the slopes – you’re in the Magic Pool! 

The Magic Pool is open mid-December until late April, from Monday to Saturday, from 15:00 to 20:00. They also hold swimming lessons to improve technique and various aquafit classes.

There are single tickets on offer, as well as 10-entry tickets, weekly, seasonal and annual passes. Discounts are available for children and it's free for those under five years old.

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a photo of people ice skating

5. Patinoire (Ice Rink), Montchavin les Coches

Location
Les Coches

The skating rink in Les Coches is back on ice for new adventures! Closed for a few years, this covered skating rink is a great activity for your apres-ski (or your kids').

Located on the ski area of La Plagne and just a few steps away from the village of Les Coches, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the Haute-Tarentaise valley while having fun skating.

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About activities in La Plagne

The main draw for people coming to La Plagne in winter is, of course, skiing and snowboarding. However, there’s a whole host of other activities to do in La Plagne in both summer and winter. 

Whether you're just looking for something to do when the lifts close or you simply don't ski, we promise you you'll have no time to get bored here!

What to do in La Plagne?

La Plagne is an outdoor activities paradise. The Alpine resort and its surrounding mountains offer hundreds of things to do for every ability and every age. 

Some activities are perfect for solo travellers while others are more suited to romantic couples. Families and groups will also find a wide range of things to do in La Plagne. 

From relaxing to full on adrenaline, from child friendly to adults only, from outdoor fun to bad weather indoor activities, there is something for everyone in La Plagne.