Born To Be Show, Plagne Centre
Gather at the snow front to see a special ski show and torchlit display, followed by fireworks, music and tombola.

© Anita Gait

© Anita Gait

© Anita Gait

© Anita Gait
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 |
Gather at the snow front to see a special ski show and torchlit display, followed by fireworks, music and tombola.
The week-long competition is organised by Altigliss – Grenoble's Ecole de Management student club – and over 1,000 students are expected to attend from around 30 countries and 45 schools and universities.
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.
This delightful hotel restaurant serves creative cuisine, blending French gastronomy and Savoyard tradition.
You can reach this restaurant on skis or on foot.
Their wide ranging menu offers a great range of pizzas and local Savoyard specialities like raclette, fondue and tartiflette. The décor is as much a part of the experience as the food, and the warm welcome from owners Monique and Georges makes it popular with locals and holidaymakers alike. Specialities include creamy risotto with morille mushrooms, Parma ham and scamorza cheese, egg duo with truffle, Rossini beef, scallops with chorizo and aubergines, salmon and beef tartare, or creamy tartiflette.
A chalet-style traditional Alpine restaurant.
La Cantine is a popular restaurant in the heart of 1800, best known for its wide selection of pizzas, which make up most of the menu. Easily reached by resort shuttle, it features a cosy, rustic interior that is small but full of character. Advance booking is recommended during busy periods. Prices are very reasonable for the generous pizza sizes, and the friendly, helpful staff add to the welcoming atmosphere.
This restaurant offers quick service on the terrace for lunch where you can pick up a vin chaud or a crêpe at reasonable prices.
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.
Après-ski takes on a whole new dimension at the Araucaria Bar in La Plagne. Set at the heart of the hotel’s spacious lobby, this elegant bar invites you to settle in around its stunning oak and marble counter for an evening of relaxation and refined alpine charm.
Tucked away in the heart of La Plagne, Le Luna Bar is a friendly, rustic pub where good times come naturally. With its warm wooden interior and laid-back mountain charm, it’s the perfect spot to unwind after a day on the slopes. Whether you’re stopping by for an après-ski drink, a pre-dinner aperitif or a lively evening out, the welcoming team will make you feel right at home.
Le 5 a 7siète is a welcoming bar and restaurant at the heart of Plagne Soleil, offering a warm Alpine atmosphere that celebrates the art of the mountains and the best local artisans and producers. Perfectly positioned, it’s the ideal spot to relax after a morning on the slopes or to enjoy a leisurely lunch with friends and family.
La Mine Bar is a charming English pub nestled in a chalet in the heart of Plagne 1800, offering a unique après-ski experience with its authentic mining-themed décor. Step inside and you’re transported to a cosy, atmospheric setting where rustic charm meets lively entertainment, making it a must-visit for both locals and visitors.
Welcome to Igloo Igloo Bar, one of La Plagne’s most vibrant après-ski spots, where live music and DJ sets set the tone for an unforgettable evening. This lively bar is the perfect place to let loose after a day on the slopes, offering a fun, energetic atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors alike.
Le Monica’s is a popular restaurant in the centre of Plagne Soleil, known for its large sunny terrace and varied menu. Its pizzas are a standout, offering excellent quality and generous portions at good prices. Perfectly placed beside the Bergerie lift and accessible from the Ecartés blue piste, it’s ideal for daytime stops. In the evening, shuttle buses make access easy, and the basement bar keeps the atmosphere lively after dinner.
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.
State-of-the-art Taxi Ski chair makes the slopes accessible to everyone
This company offers a whole host of watersports activities in and around the local area.
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.
Take to the skies above La Plagne with a wing above your head. But don't worry...you don't need any experience, as a tandem flight is the best way to try this sport for the first time!
If you love speed and adrenaline, you will love this zip line that runs for over 600m and reaches speeds of 90 km/h!
This company offers a whole host of watersports activities in and around the local area.
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.
This large, well-appointed apartment for up to eight guests is ideally located right by the blue piste that joins Belle Plagne and Plagne Bellecote.
Fuss-free ski-in, ski-out self-catered chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
This 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!
Fuss-free ski-in, ski-out self-catered chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
The Quartz Residence at Belle Plagne is a totally renovated ski residence that offers high comfort apartments in a great location.
Framed by forests, mountain pastures and glaciers, Émeraude residence offers a peaceful setting in the heart of Belle Plagne. The resort has retained an authentic charm with its pedestrian-only centre, lively shops and buildings made of wood.
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
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.
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.
The Pierre & Vacances Quartz Residence at Belle Plagne is a totally renovated ski residence that offers high comfort apartments in a great location.
Residence Les Constellations is made up of 6 large chalets with slate roofs and wooden facades. You can leave directly on your skis and the residence has the advantage of a quiet setting in the heart of the resort's activities.
The Residence Les Néréïdes offers ski-in, ski-out access combined with close proximity to the centre of the resort.
The residence comprises 2 wood, stone and slate buildings located 50m from the ski lifts and all the shops and services.
This brand new hotel is the perfect base for a family ski holiday in La 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.
This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to La Plagne. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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