La Plagne is made up of a number of different villages: Champagny, Belle Plagne, Plagnes Villages, Plagne Soleil, Plagne Bellecôte, Plagne Centre, Aime, La Roche, Les Coches, Montchavin, Montalbert and Longefoy.
About mountain biking trails in La Plagne
Guide to best biking trails with varying degrees of difficulty and duration
La Plagne is also part of the Paradiski area which you can connect to via the Vanoise Express, a huge cable car that spans the valley into neighbouring Les Arcs on week days.
The centre of resort and the immediate surrounding area is made up of trails graded as either green, blue, red or black. Also there is a blue, red and a (huge) black trail over on the Champagny side.
Les Tuilles, Les Coches
If it's your first time mountain biking, or if you just want to get your biking legs back, then try out this green trail. You can pick it up from either the top of the Montchavin chairlift or the Plan Bois chairlift, and depending on which part of it you do there's between -420m and -645m of descent on easy to ride trails. You can loop round these two lifts quite happily doing different sections of the same trail.
Leitchoums
From the top of the Roche de Mio lift is this nice long blue run that covers 12.5km and descends from 2,739m all the way to Plagne centre via Aime La Plagne and comprises of mostly fire road (4x4 track). There is around 170m of climbing to do on this trail, so it's more suitable for enduro or hard tail bikes.
Les Esserts
If you're up for a bit more of a technical challenge and a longer run, then this red trail takes you along 8km (-683m) from Plagne Montalbert back down to the Echo Bus pick up point at the bottom of the valley in Macot.
Champagny
More experienced riders can tackle the 26km black trail here, which starts from the top of the Roche de Mio, and takes you down past Champagny le Haut, back up on the Champagny gondola and over the top back to your start point at the bottom of the Roche di Mio. The trail has +716m uphill and -2,191m of descent incorporating spruce forest and wide open panoramas. Expect to complete this in about 2.5 hours.
Using the lifts
There are free lifts at your disposal on the La Plagne side and in Les Coches, which aren't very long and don't give you a huge amount of access.
We'd recommend you get hold of a local area pass if you just want to stay in La Plagne, or a Paradiski pass if you want to venture across into Les Arcs. Check out prices here.
Not all the lifts operate throughout the whole week. Take a look at the summer lift timetable for more information.
Also be aware that a lot of the trails used for mountain biking are also used by hikers, so watch your speed and be mindful of other people enjoying the mountain too.
What to see
Sights in La Plagne
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Archaeological Museum
The history and archaeology of Aime town and the valley
The exhibits in this museum range from the Neolithic all the way to the present day.
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Vanoise National Park 
Vanoise National Park
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
Where to lunch
Restaurants & Dining in Plagne Centre
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Araucaria Restaurant
Welcoming and friendly buffet style hotel restaurant in and elegant setting near slalom stadium
This delightful hotel restaurant serves creative cuisine, blending French gastronomy and Savoyard tradition.
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Le ChairLift Restaurant
Piste-side restaurant in Plagne Village underneath the Bergerie chairlift with outdoor terrace
A great spot for a lunchtime stop during your day out on the mountain, serving international as well as local Savoyarde cuisine.
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L'Estaminet Restaurant 
L'Estaminet Restaurant
Traditional restaurant specialising in local and Alsace cuisine located in the centre of La Plagne
Friendly restaurant run by the same husband and wife team since 1987, this is a good place to try traditional Savoyard fare and Alsatian cuisine.
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La Casa de L'Ours Restaurant
Charming Savoyard restaurant with a cosy interior and terrace in Plagne Village
La Casa de L’Ours is a vibrant all-day restaurant, pizzeria, and bar located on the front de neige at Plagne Villages in La Plagne. The menu features hearty, freshly prepared dishes, including wood-grilled meats, homemade pizzas, Savoyard specialties like fondue and raclette, burgers, and crepes. Guests can enjoy a sunny terrace in a warm, cosy setting, while the adjacent pub serves drinks, tapas, and sports, making it ideal for skiers, families, and groups.
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La Metairie Restaurant
Traditional Savoyard restaurant in the resort centre of La Plagne, offering typical local food
A chalet-style traditional Alpine restaurant.
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Le Petit Chaperon Rouge Restaurant
A reasonably priced Savoyard restaurant located on the piste front at the bottom of the 1800 chairlift
This traditionally French chalet-style restaurant serves reasonably priced local dishes.
What to do
Things To Do in Plagne Centre
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Kids' Snow Camp & Ski Lessons Soleil
Lessons and ski camps for different age groups in La Plagne
Children's ski camps and multi-day lessons in La Plagne offer a friendly way to learn skiing, snowboarding and other snow sports, with over 200 qualified instructors providing tuition in English and other languages. From little ones taking their first steps on snow to older children and teenagers looking to develop their skills, there are courses to suit different ages and abilities. Following the French ski-level system, children can build confidence, progress at their own pace and work towards recognised milestones. This structured approach has successfully taught hundreds of thousands of skiers over the years.
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Snowshoeing
Half day, wilderness day and evening snowshoe walks in the Paradiski area
Snowshoeing is a great way to discover La Plagne beyond the ski slopes, with guided walks through snow-covered forests and open mountain landscapes. Suitable for beginners and those looking for a different winter activity, these outings let you explore the mountain environment, discover local wildlife and enjoy views of Mont Blanc. With snowshoes and poles provided, you can enjoy a change of pace and experience the quieter side of the Alps.
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Kids' Snow Camp & Ski Lessons Centre
Lessons and ski camps for different age groups in La Plagne
Children's ski camps and multi-day lessons in La Plagne offer a friendly way to learn skiing, snowboarding and other snow sports, with over 200 qualified instructors providing tuition in English and other languages. From little ones taking their first steps on snow to older children and teenagers looking to develop their skills, there are courses to suit different ages and abilities. Following the French ski-level system, children can build confidence, progress at their own pace and work towards recognised milestones. This structured approach has successfully taught hundreds of thousands of skiers over the years.
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Kids' Snow Camp & Ski Lessons Villages
Lessons and ski camps for different age groups in La Plagne
Children's ski camps and multi-day lessons in La Plagne offer a friendly way to learn skiing, snowboarding and other snow sports, with over 200 qualified instructors providing tuition in English and other languages. From little ones taking their first steps on snow to older children and teenagers looking to develop their skills, there are courses to suit different ages and abilities. Following the French ski-level system, children can build confidence, progress at their own pace and work towards recognised milestones. This structured approach has successfully taught hundreds of thousands of skiers over the years.
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Kids' Snow Camp & Ski Lessons 1800
Lessons and ski camps for different age groups in La Plagne
Children's ski camps and multi-day lessons in La Plagne offer a friendly way to learn skiing, snowboarding and other snow sports, with over 200 qualified instructors providing tuition in English and other languages. From little ones taking their first steps on snow to older children and teenagers looking to develop their skills, there are courses to suit different ages and abilities. Following the French ski-level system, children can build confidence, progress at their own pace and work towards recognised milestones. This structured approach has successfully taught hundreds of thousands of skiers over the years.
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Moonbike adventures
Moonbike adventures with English speaking guides in La Plagne
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.
