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Ski & Snowboard Hire Close to the Ski School Office & Maeva Reception. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
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The highest inhabited part of La Plagne with unique landmark buildings, ski-in, ski-out convenience and stunning views
Aime La Plagne, or Aime 2000, sits at 2,100m and is one of the highest purpose-built resorts in the Alps. Its distinctive pointy-topped building houses most of the self-catering apartments along with shops, restaurants and ski services. With ski-in, ski-out access to the Paradiski area, beginner zones, blues and reds, plus spectacular valley and Mont Blanc views, it’s perfect for those chasing sun on their balcony and easy access to the slopes, as well as a small lively nightlife scene.
Belle Plagne sits at 2,050m just above Plagne Bellecôte and is one of the most attractive villages in La Plagne. The centre is pedestrianised and full of traditional wood, stone and slate buildings, giving you a real feeling of being immersed in the mountains.
Most accommodation is chalet style, and the wide, family-friendly blues surrounding the village give easy access to beginner areas, snow gardens and lifts to the rest of the resort. With shops, ski services, restaurants, bars and even a bowling alley, Belle Plagne has everything you need for a fun and convenient stay.
It’s especially popular with families thanks to its quiet atmosphere and easy access to the wider La Plagne ski area, as well as the Vanoise Express link to Les Arcs. Snow is generally guaranteed, making it a perfect base for both skiing and soaking up the scenery.
Location | Km from La Plagne | Best for |
La Plagne Centre | - | Snow sure ski-in ski-out |
La Plagne 1800 | 1.3 | Pretty with proximity to ski area |
Belle Plagne | 5.5 | Family-friendly with great access |
Aime La Plagne | 32 | Quiet ski-in ski-out village |
Plagne Soleil and Villages | 1.8 | Quiet and well connected |
Plagne Bellecôte | 2.6 | Lively with great piste access |
Plagne Montalbert | 12.4 | Pretty family-friendly village |
Montchavin | 26.4 | Car free and family-friendly |
Les Coches | 28.8 | Pretty and affordable |
Champagny-en-Vanoise | 50 | Traditional budget-friendly village |
Ski & Snowboard Hire Close to the Ski School Office & Maeva Reception. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
The ski hire shop is based in the Galerie l’Orée des Pistes, a few metres away from the snowfront, in the Centre of Plagne Centre.
Snowboard & Ski Rental in the Main Shopping Gallery in Plagne Centre. Coming from Plagne Village, there is a free cable car (télébus) opened from 8.30am to 7pm. From Plagne Soleil a free shuttle bus can drive you to the shop each 15 minutes. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
Want to rent skis or snowboards in La Plagne? Just visit the Robino Sports store!
Want to rent snowboards in La Plagne? Just visit the Skiset Allais Ski Boardshop store!
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your 1st skiing day.
Suitable for beginners and experienced skiers. Private lessons are a great way to improve your technique, learn new snow sports or just regain your confidence as more intensive work can be done when the instructors are able to give you more of their time.
With this school it’s all about having fun. Recognised internationally as one of the best ski schools in the Alps, they continue to develop, bringing technique and pleasure closer together.
Whatever your standard, this ski school is able to help you improve and gain confidence on your skis or snowboard. They offer group lessons from the age of three, upwards.
Suitable for beginners and experienced skiers. Private lessons are a great way to improve your technique, learn new snow sports or just regain your confidence as more intensive work can be done when the instructors are able to give you more of their time.
Whatever your standard, this ski school is able to help you improve and gain confidence on your skis or snowboard. They offer group lessons from the age of three, upwards.
No visit to Aime 2000 would be complete without a visit to L’Arlequin, one of La Plagne’s best and most hospitable restaurants serving a full menu of Savoyard specialties in a quaint and cosy setting.
This delightful hotel restaurant serves creative cuisine, blending French gastronomy and Savoyard tradition.
Serving a range of typical French dishes, the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner.
You can reach this restaurant on skis or on foot.
Enjoy traditional home cooked Savoyard cuisine, using fresh local ingredients.
Their wide ranging menu offers a great range of pizzas and local Savoyard specialities like raclette, fondue and tartiflette.
Favoured one of the best restaurants in the Aime 2000 gallery, it's a great location for dinner if you're staying locally. Elevated in the resort, enjoy excellent sunset views over the mountains and valley below as you eat.
If you're looking for a special way of celebrating Valentine's with a loved one then La Plagne is a great choice.
State-of-the-art Taxi Ski chair makes the slopes accessible to everyone
Feel the need… the need for speed? These electric snow bikes are three times lighter than a snowmobile, whisper-quiet and seriously powerful - a ride you won’t want to miss.
If you love speed and adrenaline, you will love this zip line that runs for over 600m and reaches speeds of 90 km/h!
Your chance to enjoy the mountains after the slopes have closed whilst on your very own skidoo.
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.
Squash courts can be found in Plagne 1800 and they're open to the public in both winter and summer.
Well-known route particularly popular with cyclists who enjoy a solid ascent with scenic views and good road conditions.
This iconic climb starts in the valley town of Aime and ascends to La Plagne Centre.
The clockwise loop described here can also be done in the alternative direction.
With lovely views of the mountains and interesting terrain, a walk can be exciting for everyone.
Each route provides spectacular alpine views and will give you the opportunity to explore the mountains, from the challenging high mountain trails to the easier strolls and walks.
A bus service will take you between the La Plagne towns and the beginning of routes, as well as allowing you to catch lifts that will give you access to various gentle high mountain walks.
With a range of challenging and easier hiking routes in La Plagne you can really get out amongst nature whatever your level.
This company offers a whole host of watersports activities in and around the local area.
Try your hand at rafting and other watersports in La Plagne with an experienced guide.
White water rafting is accessible to all who love the natural environment and who are in search of a bit of adventure. These excursions will leave you with some unforgettable memories.
This activity is accessible to those comfortable in water, no need to be a professional diver or swimmer, you just have to be smart at using the water movements, obstacles and waves.
This village also hosts another favourite in the form of La Rhumerie, a tiny tardis of a bar that somehow manages to fit live music in alongside crowds of customers sampling rum of every flavour, the chili one’s not for the faint-hearted!
For more nightlife, Plagne Centre is a stroll down the piste or a ride in the free Telemetro lift, which runs past midnight.
At the heart of the large lobby, take a seat around the impressive oak and marble bar.
This funky little igloo-themed bar is a favourite with locals and visitors alike with live music and DJs every night of the week.
Small but full of charm, you enjoy a glass of something from their extensive wine list in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Rustic-style pub and bar serving a host of spirits, wines and beers for you to enjoy.
Located in the heart of Plagne 1800, La Mine is the popular pub for après-ski and evenings with amazing live music and a large selection of beers, ciders and wines.
Fuss-free ski-in, ski-out self-catered chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
Fuss-free ski-in, ski-out self-catered chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
Fuss-free ski-in, ski-out self-catered chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
The rest of the accommodation in Aime 2000 is in the form of self-catering apartments both in the large main building and also – for a more luxurious option, the nearby Les Haut Bois building overlooking Mont Blanc and including its own restaurant, spa, sauna and indoor pool. There are also several other third parties operating here with a childcare option.
Cosy and fuss-free ski-in, ski-out chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area.
The Residence Les Néréïdes offers ski-in, ski-out access combined with close proximity to the centre of the resort.
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
In respecting the architecture and the use of traditional Savoyards materials, this Pierre and Vacances Premium residence offers luxury apartments, the majority of which offer splendid, clear views of the resort and the surrounding peaks.
Fuss-free ski-in, ski-out self-catered chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area
In the heart of Belle Plagne the residence has the appearance of a traditional village which is made of wood and stone and fit perfectly into the surrounding site with direct access on skis. The shops and services are very close by. Enjoy spacious and comfortable apartments. Accommodation
The Residence Les Néréïdes offers ski-in, ski-out access combined with close proximity to the centre of the resort.
In respecting the architecture and the use of traditional Savoyards materials, this Pierre and Vacances Premium residence offers luxury apartments, the majority of which offer splendid, clear views of the resort and the surrounding peaks.
With ski to the door access, this hotel offers cosy alpine rooms, as well as a spa, lounge bar and restaurant.
This brand new hotel is the perfect base for a family ski holiday in La Plagne 1800.
Ideally located in the sporty and family oriented ski-resort of Plagne-Centre, right in the heart of the vast Paradiski area, this hotel and spa has been fully refurbished to a high standard.
Aime La Plagne, situated 30m above Plagne Centre is a great spot to set up camp on your trip. Accessible by car yet set right in the middle of runs and lifts, Aime la Plagne – also known as Aime 2000, offers a real ski-in ski-out set up with the accommodation and amenities situated directly on the side of the piste.
This newly founded transfer company delivers a professional, safe journey to your accommodation in your desired resort.
A key booking portal for local coach and bus transfers in the French ski resorts. Using this service to coordinate your travel means getting to resort could not be easier.
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to La Plagne, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
Having been in the business since 1983 and the only transport company with an office based in La Plagne centre, Transport Christian Bouzon have extensive knowledge and experience in transporting small and large groups around the Alps.
Booking with them means your holiday won’t involve the stress of public transport, the cost of private transfers, or the hassle of fitting snow chains on a hire car.
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