Plagne Soleil and Plagne Villages
Two villages for the price of one with great access to the ski area
Plagne Villages and Plagne Soleil are La Plagne’s two smallest villages but rival Belle Plagne for the honour of highest, they are situated a hop up from Plagne Centre at the dizzying snow sure heights of 2,050m which makes for stunning views out across the valley to Mont Blanc.
They are peaceful secluded villages, and each contains a small Spar supermarket, a couple of ski hire outlets, ski schools and adventure companies, Plagne Villages has a tobacconist and souvenir shop but for any other shops, you will need to visit one of the larger villages.
The two villages are situated amidst several blue runs, which lead down into Plagne Centre from which you have complete access to the rest of resort, which means that you can start your day with a ski run rather than a chair lift. Returning to your accommodation couldn’t be easier as there is easy access to those same blue runs from Plagne Centre and Bellecôte and the villages are well signposted from the lifts and at forks in the runs. There are small beginner ski areas in both villages and a meeting point for ski lessons in Plagne Village.
Plagne Villages and Plagne Soleil offer a great alternative to the larger villages for a quieter holiday, at a cheaper price, the necessities are there with adequate amusements available and Plagne Centre is close by if you want it, but if not you can relax in peaceful semi seclusion and enjoy a laid back holiday with great ski access.
Dining in Plagne Villages
There are also some great restaurants on the pistes such as Le Bergerie above Plagne Villages and hidden gem Le Dou du Praz situated on the piste above Plagne Soleil, both serve excellent food and have large terraces so make an excellent lunch spot or last stop on the mountain for a beer before a blue run home. In Plagne Villages you have La Casa de L’Ours with a ski to terrace and a reasonably priced menu of local specialities. For some serious rustic atmosphere, head to Le Grizzli at the bottom of Plagne Villages for a cosy wooden chalet environment with meat cooked over an open log fire and a steak heavy menu.
Restaurants in Plagne Villages
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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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Chez Marie Restaurant
A cosy restaurant decorated in wood and sheepskin serving traditional local specialities.
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Chalet des Dolines Restaurant
Easy access for walkers and cross-country skiers, this self-service restaurant serves Montagnard dishes.
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Le Farcon Restaurant
Enjoy traditional home cooked Savoyard cuisine, using fresh local ingredients.
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Le Baryon Restaurant
Cosy farmhouse style restaurant serving local Savoyard specialities such as cheese fondue, raclette and charcuterie at a reasonable price.
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Le Refuge Restaurant
Serving a range of typical French dishes, the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner.
Nightlife in Plagne Villages
After the lifts close the pedestrian-friendly telebus runs all day until shortly after midnight making it possible to stay late on the slopes or sample the nightlife in the surrounding villages. If you do miss the last bus it is possible to walk from Plagne Centre to Plagne Villages/Soleil, but it is an uphill hike and we wouldn’t recommend it after a night out.
If you don’t fancy the surrounding nightlife there are a few bars and restaurants nearby, most notably Monica’s Pub, a popular restaurant serving great traditional food and a lively bar with great atmosphere, live sport, live music and suntrap terrace, Monica’s is the après spot of choice for soleil. For a more extensive nightlife however you will have to head down into Plagne Centre or Bellecôte.
Bars & Clubs in Plagne Villages
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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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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.
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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.
Chalets in Plagne Villages
Chalets in Plagne Villages
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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 4 Bed 9-Person Chalet, La Plagne Soleil
24 Aug 20257 Nights1-9 peopleSelf-cateredFuss-free ski-in, ski-out self-catered chalet on the slopes of the Paradiski area
Price: €1,239
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Mont Soleil Private 12 Person Chalet, Plagne Centre
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
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Carlina Apartment
18 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: €4,460
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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
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Perle Private 14 Person Chalet, Plagne 1800
Holiday rentals in La Plagne
Holidays Rentals in Plagne Villages
These small villages consist mainly of apartment-style accommodation. There are lots of self-catering options, some in large buildings with a pool, spa and childcare facilities.
Holiday Rentals in Plagne Villages
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Le Mont Soleil Residence - 1 Bedroom Apartment, Plagne Soleil / Village
The architecture of the Le Mont Soleil Residence, with its wood-covered façades, is inspired by traditional chalets.
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Perle Private 14 Person Chalet, Plagne 1800
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Les Nereides Residence - 1 Bedroom + Alcove Apartment
13 Dec 20257 Nights1-6 peopleSelf-cateredThe Residence Les Néréïdes offers ski-in, ski-out access combined with close proximity to the centre of the resort.
Price: €1,039
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Alpages 2 Bed 8-Person Apartment, Plagne Soleil
Cosy and fuss-free ski-in, ski-out apartment on the slopes of the Paradiski area
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Carlina Apartment
18 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: €4,460
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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.
Hotels in Plagne Villages
There are a few hotels and chalets to suit your needs which, due to the set up of these villages can almost all boast ski in ski out locations, and have the bonus of coming with a cheaper price tag than in the larger villages.
Hotels in Plagne Villages
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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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Les Hauts Bois Premium Apartment Residence, Aime La Plagne
23 August 20257 NightsIn 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.
Price: €644
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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 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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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.
Directions
Plagne Centre is accessible on skis or by foot being situated just down the hill. However, if you do not fancy the exertion there is the ‘telebus’ cable car running between Plagne Centre and Plagne Villages, which is then only a short (fairly flat) walk across the pistes to Plagne Soleil.
