 
    ESF - Snowshoeing
Leave your skis and snowboard behind and go off the beaten track on snowshoes!

© Le Chalet du Friolin

© Le Chalet du Friolin

© Le Chalet du Friolin

© Le Chalet du Friolin
Mountain auberge, restaurant & bar in the heart of the Paradiski area
This cosy mountain chalet offers a warm welcome at 1800 metres in both summer and winter.
The chalet offers 5 comfortable bedrooms for 2 to 6 people, furnished in a traditional Alpine style with an outdoor sauna. Only half-board bookings are available, including a buffet breakfast and traditional Savoyard dinner - during high season, only whole week bookings will be considered.
In winter the chalet is accessed by skidoo, or the more athletic can snowshoe up! The nearest parking is in the village of Les Coches.
The restaurant prepares typical regional cuisine and is open to the public as well as hotel guests, it is a popular lunch spot for skiers during the winter season.
 
    Leave your skis and snowboard behind and go off the beaten track on snowshoes!
 
    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.
 
    State-of-the-art Taxi Ski chair makes the slopes accessible to everyone
 
    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.
 
    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.
 
    A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
 
    Open for lunch and dinner, the Matafan restaurant is in Belle Plagne.
 
    You can dine on the sun terrace with fantastic views of the mountains or in the warm and cosy dining room with log fireplace.
 
    A great spot for a lunchtime stop during your day out on the mountain, serving international as well as local Savoyarde cuisine.
 
    Stop for a coffee or a hearty meal at this friendly local restaurant, serving traditional French and Savoyarde cuisine.
 
    This delightful hotel restaurant serves creative cuisine, blending French gastronomy and Savoyard tradition.
 
    At this restaurant you can enjoy your lunch outside while soaking up the sun.
 
    Located inside the Corail building, this charming bar can be easily missed unless you explore Belle Plagne on foot.
 
    At the heart of the large lobby, take a seat around the impressive oak and marble bar.
 
    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.
 
    This funky little igloo-themed bar is a favourite with locals and visitors alike with live music and DJs every night of the week.
 
    As the name suggests, this bar is predominantly set up for ten-pin bowling with four dedicated lanes. In addition, they have a games area with a pool table and video games. They also show sports, skiing and racing on the big screen TVs.
 
    Situated right on the snow front in La Plagne Centre, Bar Fort Colorado is predominantly an outdoor après bar with some sofas and tables in cosy wooden cabins for when the weather is bad.
 
    In the Chiaupe glacier at the top of Bellecôte (3,417m), an ice cave has been dug every winter since 2005.
 
    The exhibits in this museum range from the Neolithic all the way to the present day.
 
    The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
 
    Locetd in the centre commercial in Belle Plagne and opposite the Vers Bellecote cable car you will find the lift pass office.
 
    Inside the Place Centrale and Centre Commercial in Plagne Soleil is the Lift pass office.
 
    Located on Rue Proncipale in the centre of town next to the Bureau du Poste (post office).
 
    Located at the bottom of the pistes near to the Teleski de la Chevrette.
 
    In La Plagne 1800 you will find this lift pass office next to the Chez Mer Grand restaurant.
 
    Located in the centre of the Centre Commercial in Plagne Centre next to the ESF office is the lift pass office.
 
    Belle Plagne is one of the prettiest villages in La Plagne with its chalet-style buildings, pedestrianised centre and welcoming atmosphere. The skiing is ideal for families and beginners with wide blues linking to Bellecôte and beyond, while more confident skiers can quickly reach the full La Plagne and Les Arcs ski areas. With shops, restaurants, bars and even a bowling alley, it’s a great mix of quiet charm and convenience.
 
    Situated at the convergence of several pistes, Plagne Bellecôte is ideal for skiers wanting to maximise time on the slopes. The village has plenty of self-catered apartments, restaurants, shops and bars, with lifts and a gondola just metres away. Well connected to Plagne Centre and Belle Plagne, it combines convenience with a lively resort atmosphere.
 
    These small satellite villages of La Plagne Centre are perfect for skiers wanting a quieter, more relaxed stay. They have essential shops, ski hire and beginner areas, with runs leading straight into Plagne Centre. Well-connected by the lift network, they offer good-value chalets and apartments right on the slopes. Enjoy a laid back holiday while staying close to all the action.
 
    These two villages are perfect for families or anyone wanting a mix of activity and relaxation. Montchavin has shops, wellness facilities and a friendly village feel, while Les Coches provides ski-in/ski-out accommodation in a quiet, picturesque setting. Both villages have excellent pistes, beginner zones, and access to the wider Paradiski area via lifts and the Vanoise Express.
 
    Plagne 1800 is one of the most charming spots in La Plagne with its cluster of wooden chalets and friendly atmosphere. Families love the small beginner area and easy access to ski school, while lifts connect you quickly to Plagne Centre and beyond. With a mix of affordable chalets, apartments and hotels plus a few lively bars, it offers a welcoming base with everything close at hand.
 
    Plagne Centre is the biggest and busiest of the La Plagne villages. With shops, bars, restaurants and services all linked by indoor galleries, it’s a lively base that has everything you need. On the slopes it’s a key lift hub with easy access for beginners and challenging runs for experts, making it a great choice if you want to be at the heart of the action.
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