Bellecote
ski and snowboard hire in the centre of Bellecote near to the shopping centre. 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!
The mountains around La Plagne look full and calm rather than dramatic, with good snow cover stretching across the bowls and into the trees. There is a steady mid winter feel around the villages now, with fewer weather swings and a sense that the season is ticking along nicely. On the slopes, conditions feel reliable and familiar, making for easy, enjoyable skiing rather than anything demanding.
Current snow depths are sitting at around 200 to 220cm at altitude, with approximately 100 to 120cm across the lower villages depending on height. There has been little fresh snowfall over the past few days, though light flurries at higher elevations have helped keep the surface snow in good shape. Daytime temperatures up high have been ranging between -6 and -3 degrees Celsius, with the freezing level hovering close to 1400m. Skiing conditions are good across most of the area, with well groomed pistes and pockets of packed powder higher up. Lower and sunnier runs tend to be firmer first thing, then soften slightly as the day goes on. Winds have been light overall, with no notable disruption to lift operations.
The outlook for the coming days remains largely dry with a mix of cloud and brighter spells. Temperatures are expected to stay seasonable, which should help preserve the existing snowpack rather than cause rapid changes. Any new snowfall looks light and mainly focused on higher elevations later in the week. In resort, La Plagne continues its winter programme with village events, evening entertainment and family activities providing atmosphere without impacting ski days.
La Plagne is offering dependable mid winter skiing, with the best snow holding on higher and north facing terrain where depth and quality are most consistent. Early starts suit the lower runs before they firm up, while spending more time at altitude will give the best conditions over the next few days.
Scroll down to see live forecasts, lift status, links to webcams and for real time photos from La Plagne. We will be updating this snow report page every Thursday so check back in with us next week to see how the pistes are doing and what you can expect from the snow forecast for the next seven days.
Enjoy the great conditions and hope to see you on the pistes!!
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ski and snowboard hire in the centre of Bellecote near to the shopping centre. 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!
Ski and snowboard rental in the main shopping gallery in Plagne Centre. Coming from Plagne Village, there is a free cable car (télébus) opened from 8.30am to 7pm. From Plagne Soleil a free shuttle bus can drive you to the shop each 15 minutes. 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!
Want to rent skis or snowboards in La Plagne? Just visit the Skiset Etoiles du Sport store!
Claude welcomes you to his store Slalom Sports in Les Coches. The store is situated just 100 metres from the ski-pass office and the slopes.
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your first skiing day.
The shop in Montchavin is based in the prestigious 3 Glaciers residence. You can easily get to us on a free resort bus from Montchavin Centre, just in front of the Police Municipale. By car, take the direction for VVF and 5 hair pin turns later you’ll find their building. You can also get to the shop via the pistes and we have a pick-up service for those arriving by train to bring you up to the shop (please book this service online).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to La Plagne. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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.
Leave your skis and snowboard behind and go off the beaten track on snowshoes!
For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
State-of-the-art Taxi Ski chair makes the slopes accessible to everyone
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
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.
Unique to La Plagne is the fantastic bobsleigh track, open every winter between mid December and mid April.
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See allLatest News & ReviewsEach of the La Plagne resorts, as well as the surrounding villages, holds a number of events throughout the year. Ice climbing competitions and ski races take place in the winter months, in addition to the usual après-ski parties featuring live bands and DJs. The summer, on the other hand, attracts a number of trail running and cycling competitions, as well as live concerts.
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