About Winter Activities in La Plagne
A whole host of winter activities to keep you entertained in La Plagne
Whatever you choose to do on your winter holiday you are sure to find a huge range of activities across the La Plagne & Paradiski area. From relaxing to full on adrenaline there is something for everyone, every ability and every age in La Plagne. Check out the selection of things to do below for some holiday inspiration!
Take a ride in a Taxi Ski chair
Try something different for a morning, afternoon or evening with Oxygène. If you can’t ski or don’t want to tackle a particular piste or itinerary, why not sit back and let Oxygène do the work. Their state-of-the-art Taxi Ski chair makes the slopes accessible to everyone – all you have to do is enjoy the ride. You can meet friends for lunch at a remote mountain restaurant, experience new pistes you thought were not possible or simply rest your legs.
Ice Grotto
The Ice Grotto in La Plagne is not to be missed, with beautiful ice sculptures it is a fun and beautiful experience for everyone. At the top of the Plagne Bellecote glacier at 3417m you can explore the Ice cave and grotto and enjoy the wonderfully sculpted animals and ice statues. Accessible to all pedestrians and skiers a pass for the glacier costs 8€ and is free for children 6 years old and under. Every season the glacier changes and the sculptures are re-designed. The glacier is made up of many layers meaning the colours in the cave range from blue to green a truly beautiful sight and one not to be missed.
Winter Walking
La Plagne is a winter walker's paradise, with lifts giving access to the higher ground and a network of groomed trails in the winter, it's very easy to discover the resort on foot. Don’t forget to check the weather forecast before you set out as conditions can change rapidly in the mountains. You do not need any particular equipment, just a pair of sturdy boots and layers of warm clothing that you can take off or put on as necessary. A pair of walking poles will come in handy for extra balance on icy patches and for checking snow depth before you go striding forth. Top tip: buy ‘grippers’ for your walking boots to prevent slipping which you can buy from most local Sport Shops.
Snow Biking
You can mountain bike on the snow in La Plagne in winter. Hire a fat bike from Evolution 2 and after a short introductory briefing you head onto a blue trail in a small group of 3-5 people with an instructor. The vertical drop is around 5-600m and you'll need to be at least 1m60 tall to take part.
Cascade de Tyrolienne (Zipline)
Situated in the Valley de l'Ours, between Belle Plagne and Plagne Bellecote the Cascade de Tyrolienne offers you the same thrills as the treetop adventures...but in the snow and ice of the winter. With a total of eight ziplines between 110 & 200m in length and a base jump to round off your visit, you are sure to find some adrenaline packed fun here.
Super Tyro
Accessed via the pistes, why not try the Super Tyro, a 600-metre zipline descent where you can reach speeds of up to 90km/h. Giving you views over the Mont Blanc Massif, taking you through quiet forests and bringing you back down to the village of La Plagne this activity offers you a very different perspective.
Climbing in La Plagne
Guides & Tours in La Plagne
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Compagnie des Guides de la Vanoise
Located in Aime La Plagne
The bureau of Mountain Guides Montchavin les Coches can tailor each activity to suit you and your group, from canyoning, hiking, and high mountain adventures.
Culture and guided tours in La Plagne
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Vanoise National Park
Located in Champagny-en-Vanoise
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
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Grottes des Glaces, Bellecote
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, Aime
Located in Aime La Plagne
The exhibits in this museum range from the Neolithic all the way to the present day.
Mountain-biking & Fat-biking
Night Skiing
Enjoy a magical alpine sunset at La Grande Rochette with views stretching from Mont Blanc in one direction to the twinkling lights of Courchevel in the other. Savour a traditional two-course Savoyarde meal complete with wine, tea, coffee and génépi, before you ski down blue runs back to La Plagne. Thanks to the special Taxi Ski service, non-skiers and beginners can enjoy moonlight skiing too! A limited number of Taxi skis are available at no extra cost, complete with qualified Oxygène ‘chauffeurs'.
Walking, hiking and running in La Plagne
Walking Routes in La Plagne
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About walking and hiking routes in La Plagne
Located in Plagne Centre
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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Short family walks in La Plagne and the Paradiski
Located in Plagne Centre
With lovely views of the mountains and interesting terrain, a walk can be exciting for everyone.
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Hiking routes in La Plagne and the Paradiski
Located in Plagne Centre
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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Gentle walks in La Plagne and the Paradiski
Located in Plagne Centre
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.
Watersports in La Plagne
Watersports in La Plagne
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Rafting In The Alps, Bourg St Maurice
Located in Bourg-Saint-Maurice
White water rafting is accessible to all who love the natural environment and who are in search of a bit of adventure. These excursions will leave you with some unforgettable memories.
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Hydrospeeding
Located in Bourg-Saint-Maurice
This activity is accessible to those comfortable in water, no need to be a professional diver or swimmer, you just have to be smart at using the water movements, obstacles and waves.
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Watersports
Try your hand at rafting and other watersports in La Plagne with an experienced guide.
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Franceraft Savoie
Located in Plagne Villages
This company offers a whole host of watersports activities in and around the local area.
