Belle Plagne Ski Holidays

Skiing in Belle Plagne
Belle Plagne, the newest of all the high-altitude villages that make up the resort, is one of the most popular places to stay whilst skiing in the large purpose built ski resort of La Plagne. Built at an altitude of 2,050m, Belle Plagne is one of the more attractive villages, with chalets reflecting the local Savoyard style, and offers smaller more authentic hotels and apartments, a selection of bars and restaurants and a covered shopping arcade within its’ pedestrian centre – all contributing to the more cosy traditional village atmosphere.

Skiing in Belle Plagne – The Mountains
Belle Plagne is ideally situated to access the vast ski area of La Plagne, being located at the base of the gondola which connects to the area of Roche de Mio and the Bellecote glacier. Its’ high altitude means that Belle Plagne enjoys some of the best conditions in La Plagne, and beginners are well served by the good selection of nursery slopes and stunning views from the village. The skiing in Belle Plagne, and throughout the resort as a whole, is generally characterised by long cruising runs starting above the tree-line and cutting through the forests and glades, finally reaching the lower villages, best suiting intermediate skiers. Whilst staying in Belle Plagne, the 225km of pistes found throughout La Plagne can be accessed easily via the extensive and sophisticated lift system, with its’ 125,000 uphill capacity. Experts skiing in Belle Plagne will want to explore the slopes of the glacier, and in particular the 2,000m vertical found on the north face, and the huge amount of off-piste skiing found on the slopes of the Bellecote (guides recommended). In the unlikely event of needing more terrain to explore, La Plagne, together with Les Arcs, is part of the massive Paradiski ski resort, with its’ 425km of pistes and huge system of 142 lifts.

Skiing in Belle Plagne – The Village
Belle Plagne offers the most traditional village atmosphere of all the purpose built regions of La Plagne, and certainly the most attractive and most upscale. There are some excellent accommodation choices in Belle Plagne, with hotels including the Mercure and Les Montagnettes proving very popular. Dining in Belle Plagne is fairly limited, although the rustic Le Matafan is a local favourite that is always packed. For those in search of more active night-life, Plagne Centre is a short shuttlebus ride away. Other activities to enjoy whilst skiing in Belle Plagne are a bowling rink and a fitness centre, and Plagne Bellecote, with its’ wealth of sporting facilities, is connected to the village by gondola.    

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