Montchavin Ski Holidays

Skiing in Montchavin
Skiing in Montchavin provides great access to the giant Paradiski area, whilst enjoying the traditional atmosphere of a rustic French village together with plenty of nearby amenities. Part of the huge La Plagne ski area, skiing in Montchavin offers extensive terrain for all levels, and is ideally placed as the access point for the Vanoise Express, the worlds' largest cable-car, which links the resort to neighbouring Les Arcs. The resort is often referred to as Montchavin-Les Coches, with the two little villages being close together and easy to ski between.

Skiing in Montchavin - Ideally placed for the Vanoise Express cable-car
Separate from the rest of La Plagne and located much lower down at 1,250m, skiing in Montchavin offers 30km of piste, with plenty of scenic tree-lined runs and good links to the resorts' vast ski area. Skiing in Montchavin gives great access to the entire La Plagne region, with its huge selection of terrain, from wide open pistes above the tree-line to long cruising runs through scenic forests. A skiing holiday in Montchavin offers excellent facilities for beginners, with plenty of nursery slopes throughout the entire area to choose from, numerous ski schools and spectacular views to enjoy. Intermediates will find the most choice whilst skiing in Montchavin, with the Paradiski area offering 400km of varied terrain, whilst experts on a skiing holiday to Montchavin should head for the challenging runs on the Bellecote Glacier, the highest point of the resort at 3,250m, or explore the excellent off-piste in the area.   

Skiing in Montchavin - Rustic and traditional, with access to the La Plagne ski area
This authentic village offers an attractive place to stay, with a skiing holiday in Montchavin exuding a traditional Alpine character far removed from the modern high-rise style of the villages above. Neighbouring Les Coches is just as charming, and being completely traffic-free, is an ideal base for families looking for a skiing holiday in Montchavin. WIth quiet nightlife, the apres-ski in Montchavin is relaxed and old-fashioned, with the busier villages offering a good choice of lively bars and clubs.