Gentle walks in La Plagne and the Paradiski
La Plagne has a number of gentle walking routes with easy terrain covering short distances
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.
Using the lifts with your summer passes shortens walking time and will allow for a more gentle stroll at high altitude without having to go through the big hike to gain altitude. The lift system also allows for you to be easily transported back down to the resort, whizzing you down in cases of bad weather, tiredness or injury.
Below are a few suggestions for some gentle walks and hikes. There are many more to choose from so head to our maps page for summer lift maps and pick up a walking route or guide from a local shop or information point.
Hike 1 - Sentier de Cyprien
Starting point: Mairie de Valezan Chef-lieu Valezan
Distance: 5km
Gentle family walk crossing villages and streams with an altitude gain of only 350m. Simply follow sign for "Sentier de Cyprien".
At Le Villard de Bellentre go through the village and follow signs to "Le Rocheray", then follow the GR5 trail. Animals are allowed, so you can take the dog with you if you like.
Hike 2 - Lac Vert
Starting point: Plagne Centre
Distance: 3.4km
A family-friendly walk with young children with an alternative start point if you wish to avoid the steep path at the beginning.
Starting from the Parachute Memorial shuttle bus stop, take the path down to Lac Vert (this is steep, so if you wish to avoid it see the note* below). Once you reach Lac Vert you'll find magnificent views of Mont Blanc, plus picnic tables if you've bought a packed lunch, but please note swimming is not allowed. After a break, continue on the path towards Plagne Aime 2000, follow the road to the tracked vehicle garage and join the road that passed under Club Med 4 tridents.
Head back down towards the slalom stadium and return to the Plagne Centre main square.
*A possible alternate start if you wish to avoid the steep path is to take the road along the bottom of Plagne Centre. The path starts after 100m past the biomass boiler (the last building).
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What to see
Sights in La Plagne
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Grottes des Glaces
In the Chiaupe glacier at the top of Bellecôte (3,417m), an ice cave has been dug every winter since 2005.
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Archaeological Museum
The exhibits in this museum range from the Neolithic all the way to the present day.
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Vanoise National Park
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
Where to lunch
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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Chez Marie Restaurant
A cosy restaurant decorated in wood and sheepskin serving traditional local specialities.
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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.
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La Casa de L'Ours Restaurant
Recommended for steaks and pizzas. Located in the centre of resort, above the ski school.
What to do
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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Taxi Ski Service
State-of-the-art Taxi Ski chair makes the slopes accessible to everyone
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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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Patinoire (ice rink), La Plagne - Centre
Outdoor ice skating fun for all the family in the resort of Plagne centre
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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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Aeroplagne
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!
