Mountain bike hire
Pick up a well-maintained bike and get local tips before hitting La Plagne’s scenic trails. Choose from e-bikes, mountain bikes and kids’ options, all available in the heart of Bellecôte.
Macot la Plagne to La Plagne Centre
This route takes you from the very bottom of the valley, Macot la Plagne, up to La Plagne centre at over 1,900m
Well-known route particularly popular with cyclists who enjoy a solid ascent with scenic views and good road conditions.
Macot La Plagne to La Plagne Centre
From Mâcot-la-Plagne
Distance: 20 km
Elevation gain: Around 1,250m
Gradient: Averages 6–7%, with sections up to 9–10%
Route description:
The route begins in the valley at Mâcot-la-Plagne and climbs steadily via a winding road that takes you through several stations of the La Plagne ski area. You’ll pass La Roche, Plagne 1800, and possibly other villages depending on your chosen route variant, before reaching La Plagne Centre, the heart of the resort.
The road is tarmacked and generally in good condition, with several hairpins and a steady gradient most of the way. The climb is not brutally steep, but it's long and sustained, so pacing is key. There’s not much traffic outside the busy ski season, especially in summer, making it ideal for cyclists.
You’ll be treated to classic Alpine scenery of lush forests lower down, panoramic views over the Tarentaise valley, and rugged peaks as you ascend. The higher you go, the more open and mountainous the landscape becomes.
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Cycle hire
Bike Hire in La Plagne
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Mountain bike hire
Try mountain biking or e-biking with rentals from a friendly, passionate team. Choose from two meeting points, a wide range of bikes, and half- or full-day options - with helmet, gloves and repair kit included.
What to see
Sights in La Plagne
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Grottes des Glaces
In the Chiaupe glacier at the top of Bellecôte (3,417m), an ice cave has been dug every winter since 2005.
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Archaeological Museum
The exhibits in this museum range from the Neolithic all the way to the present day.
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Vanoise National Park
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
Where to lunch
Restaurants in Plagne Centre
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Le ChairLift Restaurant
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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Araucaria Restaurant
This delightful hotel restaurant serves creative cuisine, blending French gastronomy and Savoyard tradition.
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L'Estaminet Restaurant
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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Le 4810 Restaurant
Open for lunch and dinner serving pizzas and local specialities.
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Au Coin du Feu Restaurant
You'll find modern décor and food that is a bit more sophisticated that the usual "steak-frites".
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La Casa de L'Ours Restaurant
Recommended for steaks and pizzas. Located in the centre of resort, above the ski school.
What to do
Things To Do in Plagne Centre
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ESF - Snowshoeing
Leave your skis and snowboard behind and go off the beaten track on snowshoes!
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Moonbike adventures
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.
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Taxi Ski Service
State-of-the-art Taxi Ski chair makes the slopes accessible to everyone
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Snow Panthers Activity Company, La Plagne Centre
Your chance to enjoy the mountains after the slopes have closed whilst on your very own skidoo.
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Patinoire (ice rink), La Plagne - Centre
Outdoor ice skating fun for all the family in the resort of Plagne centre
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Super Tyro Zip Line, Aime La Plagne
If you love speed and adrenaline, you will love this zip line that runs for over 600m and reaches speeds of 90 km/h!
