Plagne 1800
A pretty little self-contained village with good nightlife and affordable accommodation
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 1800 is one of the prettiest villages in La Plagne, with traditional wooden chalets tucked into the bends of the mountain road. It has a friendly, laid-back feel with a good choice of affordable accommodation from self-catered apartments and chalets to family-run hotels.
The village is popular with families thanks to its small beginner area where lessons take place, while the Mélèzes and 1800 chairlifts link you easily to Plagne Centre and Aime 2000. Runs back into the village are a mix of wide blues and slightly steeper reds, with plenty of options to suit different levels. Nightlife here is relaxed but sociable, and with everything you need close at hand it makes a welcoming base without losing its charm.
| 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 Hire in Plagne 1800
Ski Hire in Plagne 1800
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Allais Ski Boardshop
Want to rent snowboards in La Plagne? Just visit the Skiset Allais Ski Boardshop store!
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Robino Sport
Want to rent skis or snowboards in La Plagne? Just visit the Robino Sports store!
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Sun Valley
Ski & Snowboard Hire Next to Sun Valley Residence in the Centre of Plagne Soleil. 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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Les Hauts Bois
Want to rent skis or snowboards in La Plagne? Just visit the Skiset Les Hauts Bois store!
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Oxygene Ski & Snowboard Hire
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.
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Plagne Soleil
Florian and his team will give you a warm welcome and guide you through your choice of equipment.
Ski School in Plagne 1800
Ski School Lessons in Plagne 1800
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Private ski lessons
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
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Group ski lessons
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.
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Group ski lessons
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.
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Private ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
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Group ski lessons
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
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Private ski lessons
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.
Dining in Plagne 1800
For food head to La Cantine, a fun and friendly pizzeria and takeaway. The larger Le Loup Blanc is warm and hospitable providing a great lunch stop for crepes and vin chaud on the terrace or a full menu of steak, pizzas and Savoyard specials.
Restaurants in Plagne 1800
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La Cantine Plagne 1800 Restaurant
Pizza is the main choice on the menu here, and they come freshly made to order with a thin and crispy base and a wide choice of tasty toppings.
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Araucaria Restaurant
This delightful hotel restaurant serves creative cuisine, blending French gastronomy and Savoyard tradition.
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Les Cocottes Restaurant
Whether you fancy morning coffee, lunch with friends, a quick snack with the kids or a dinner for two, the friendly staff at this restaurant will be there to welcome you.
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Le Refuge Restaurant
Serving a range of typical French dishes, the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner.
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La Metairie Restaurant
A chalet-style traditional Alpine restaurant.
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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.
Nightlife in Plagne 1800
Atmospheric La Mine, hung with old mining equipment and paraphernalia is the undisputed centre of 1800’s nightlife, providing a warm welcome to locals, tourists and seasonaires alike. The staff are friendly, the beer is good, the live music is loud and there’s always something going on, you might find them hosting a quarter pipe and rail jam out on their front deck! For more nightlife, you’d have to head out to the other villages, easy to do as the shuttle buses run until after midnight and the good news is if you miss the last one from Plagne Centre at least it’s a downhill walk (or sledge) home.
Bars & Clubs in Plagne 1800
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La Mine 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.
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Araucaria Bar, La Plagne Centre
At the heart of the large lobby, take a seat around the impressive oak and marble bar.
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Monica's Pub
A lively spot for après-ski, with happy hour drink promos and live music.
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Vins & Un, Aime La Plagne
Small but full of charm, you enjoy a glass of something from their extensive wine list in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
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Igloo Igloo Bar, La Plagne Centre
This funky little igloo-themed bar is a favourite with locals and visitors alike with live music and DJs every night of the week.
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Bar Fort Colorado, Plagne Centre
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.
Chalets in Plagne 1800
Several chalet companies have set up camp in 1800 offering something for every style and budget. Traditional chalets, catered accommodation complete with chalet hosts and the added option of childcare.
Chalets in Plagne 1800
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Carlina Apartment
25 Jan 20267 Nights1-6 peopleSelf-cateredThis large, well-appointed apartment for up to eight guests is ideally located right by the blue piste that joins Belle Plagne and Plagne Bellecote.
Price: €4,780
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Les Chalets du Praz - 5 Bed Chalet, La Plagne Villages
Cosy and fuss-free ski-in, ski-out chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area.
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Saule Chalet
31 Jan 20267 Nights1-14 peopleSelf-cateredThis well appointed, spacious chalet-apartment is situated in a quiet location only 250 metres from the centre of the village with ski in and ski out access all season at 2050m altitude!
Price: €6,083
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Perle Private 14 Person Chalet, Plagne 1800
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Alpages 4 Bed 9-Person Chalet, La Plagne Soleil
Fuss-free ski-in, ski-out self-catered chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area
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Cassiopee Apartment
This spacious seventy square metre, ski-in/ski-out apartment comes with its own private sauna - perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
How to get to Plagne 1800
Situated just downhill from Plagne Centre, 1800 is easily accessible via the free shuttle bus network, which connects it with Plagne Centre and Plagne Bellecote. 1800, is a self-contained village, which has several ski service and ski hire outlets as well as restaurants, bars and shops for clothing, souvenirs and groceries.
Transfers for La Plagne
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Private and shared airport transfers
This newly founded transfer company delivers a professional, safe journey to your accommodation in your desired resort.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers shared and private transfers from Geneva Airport to La Plagne, the surrounding area and other resorts across the Alps. With unbeatable prices for both shared and private journeys, everyone can save money!
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to La Plagne. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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Private airport transfers
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.
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Private airport transfers
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.
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Shared bus airport transfers
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.
