Plagne Centre
The lively hub of La Plagne with skiing, shopping and après on your doorstep
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.
Plagne Centre is the beating heart of La Plagne and the largest of its villages. As the name suggests, everything here revolves around this lively hub which brings together shops, bars, restaurants and services of every kind. Most are linked by indoor tunnels, so you can browse bakeries, delis, supermarkets, souvenir shops and ski hire without ever stepping outside. With more places to eat and drink than you’ll get through in a week, there’s plenty of choice for après and evenings out.
On the mountain, Plagne Centre is a key convergence point for pistes and lifts, giving you access in every direction. Beginners are especially well catered for with ski schools, a snow garden and drag lift, plus the resort’s longest green run and its own slow chairlift. Once you’ve built up confidence, you can move on to gentle blues from the Colorado chair and even discover La Plagne’s quirky Purple Piste, home to the Milka cow who hands out chocolate to anyone who catches her.
For more advanced skiers, the fast Becoin chair whisks you towards Mont Albert where epic black runs and one of La Plagne’s best powder bowls await. The Grande Rochette bubble offers spectacular views and links to challenging reds and blacks, while Bellecôte is close by with onward access to the glacier, Montchavin and the Vanoise Express to Les Arcs.
Day or night, Plagne Centre has something for everyone. Whether you’re here for the après, the shopping, the food or simply the skiing, staying here means you’re never far from the action and with the slopes right on your doorstep, you’ll want to be up for first lifts every morning.
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 |
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Ski Hire in Plagne Centre
Ski Hire in 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.
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Sport Village
Julien welcomes you to his store Sports Village in Macot La Plagne, where his team of professionals will be delighted to make your skiing holiday as memorable as possible. The shop is situated at the top end of the village, opposite the shuttle bus stop.
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Lauze
Ski & Snowboard Hire Close to the Ski School Office & Maeva Reception. 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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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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Robino Sport
Want to rent skis or snowboards in La Plagne? Just visit the Robino Sports store!
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Ski School in Plagne Centre
Ski School Lessons in Plagne Centre
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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.
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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
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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Group ski lessons
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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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.
History & Culture in Plagne Centre
Plagne Centre is lively, functional, fun and friendly but is alas not the prettiest of villages, built in the 70’s when concrete was king it is somewhat lacking in the chocolate box stakes, however, there is accommodation to suit all needs and budgets and the snow-capped chalets are there if you hunt for them.
Dining in Plagne Centre
For food and drink your choices are endless - you'll find excellent traditional Savoyard menus, quick and easy lunch stops, and late night munchies. Terraces and deck chairs abound all through the village centre and you can't go wrong for a beer or vin chaud at any of them, just pick a spot with a good view and relax for some piste watching.
Restaurants in Plagne Centre
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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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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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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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Le Loup Blanc Restaurant
This restaurant offers quick service on the terrace for lunch where you can pick up a vin chaud or a crêpe at reasonable prices.
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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.
Events in Plagne Centre
Events in La Plagne
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Valentine's Day in La Plagne
If you're looking for a special way of celebrating Valentine's with a loved one then La Plagne is a great choice.
Things to do in Plagne Centre
Once your legs start burning take a break with one of Plagne Centres activities, head to the base of the Stade Olympique run to watch a professional mogul or slalom competition, catch the ESF instructors doing a torchlit descent or floodlit display ski, hit the Colorado luge, check out Snow Panthers skidoos for a tour of the mountain like no other, or head up the Grande Rochette lift after dark for dinner at their excellent restaurant and a moonlight ski back down.
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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Salle Omnisports, Plagne Centre
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.
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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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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!
Cycling in Plagne Centre
Cycling Routes in La Plagne
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Macot la Plagne to La Plagne Centre
Well-known route particularly popular with cyclists who enjoy a solid ascent with scenic views and good road conditions.
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Montée de la Plagne
This iconic climb starts in the valley town of Aime and ascends to La Plagne Centre.
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La Plagne loop via Bourg-Saint-Maurice
The clockwise loop described here can also be done in the alternative direction.
Hiking in Plagne Centre
Walking Routes in La Plagne
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About walking and hiking routes in La Plagne
Each route provides spectacular alpine views and will give you the opportunity to explore the mountains, from the challenging high mountain trails to the easier strolls and walks.
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Gentle walks in La Plagne and the Paradiski
A bus service will take you between the La Plagne towns and the beginning of routes, as well as allowing you to catch lifts that will give you access to various gentle high mountain walks.
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Hiking routes in La Plagne and the Paradiski
With a range of challenging and easier hiking routes in La Plagne you can really get out amongst nature whatever your level.
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Short family walks in La Plagne and the Paradiski
With lovely views of the mountains and interesting terrain, a walk can be exciting for everyone.
Watersports in Plagne Centre
Watersports in Plagne Centre
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Franceraft Savoie
This company offers a whole host of watersports activities in and around the local area.
Families in Plagne Centre
Nightlife in Plagne Centre
As the day progresses head to Scotty’s Bar for the best après atmosphere in town with live music and livelier clientele.
Bars & Clubs in Plagne Centre
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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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Le Luna Bar, Plagne Centre
Rustic-style pub and bar serving a host of spirits, wines and beers for you to enjoy.
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Bar Le 5 à 7 Siete
In La Plagne Soleil you will find this cosy little wine bar, a popular choice amongst locals and tourists alike.
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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.
Chalets in Plagne Centre
There are a lot of choices for chalet rentals across the villages of La Plagne, from fully catered with hot tubs to self-catered and shared chalets.
Chalets in Plagne Centre
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Perle Private 14 Person Chalet, Plagne 1800
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
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Saule Chalet
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!
Price: €5,481
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Les Chalets du Praz - 4 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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Mont Soleil Private 12 Person Chalet, Plagne Centre
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
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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.
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Alpages 3 Bed 7-Person Chalet, La Plagne Soleil
Fuss-free ski-in, ski-out self-catered chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area
Holidays Rentals in Plagne Centre
You can also track down a private rental in one of the many residence buildings offering self-catering studio apartments to family suites, cram as many friends in as you can and split the rent for a proper budget option.
Holiday Rentals in Plagne Centre
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Saule Chalet
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!
Price: €5,481
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Les Nereides Residence - 1 Bedroom + Alcove Apartment
The Residence Les Néréïdes offers ski-in, ski-out access combined with close proximity to the centre of the resort.
Price: €1,019
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Residence Le Pelvoux 2 Room 4/5 Pers. Apartment, Plagne Centre
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
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Alpages 2 Bed 6-Person Apartment, Plagne Soleil
Cosy and fuss-free ski-in, ski-out apartment on the slopes of the Paradiski area
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Les Hauts Bois Premium
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.
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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.
Hotels in Plagne Centre
From the UCPA and rather basic options to Club Med resorts, La Plagne has a good choice of hotels catering for every budget.
Hotels in Plagne Centre
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Les Hauts Bois Premium Apartment Residence, Aime 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.
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Les Constellations Apartment Residence
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.
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Le Quartz Apartment Residence
The Pierre & Vacances Quartz Residence at Belle Plagne is a totally renovated ski residence that offers high comfort apartments in a great location.
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Emeraud Apartment Residence
The residence comprises 2 wood, stone and slate buildings located 50m from the ski lifts and all the shops and services.
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Les Nereides Apartment Residence
The Residence Les Néréïdes offers ski-in, ski-out access combined with close proximity to the centre of the resort.
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Araucaria Hotel and Spa, Plagne Centre
Ideally located in the sporty and family oriented ski-resort of Plagne-Centre, right in the heart of the vast Paradiski area, this hotel and spa has been fully refurbished to a high standard.
Campsites in Plagne Centre
How to get to Plagne Centre
Plagne Centre is accessible by road, connected to Bellecôte and 1800 by the free shuttle bus, by cable car to Aime La Plagne and Plagne Villages and by chairlift and runs to every area of the piste map.
Transfers for La Plagne
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Shared airport transfers
Direct, shared ski transfers to La Plagne at competitive prices.
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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.
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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 and shared airport transfers
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.
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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.