La Plagne in Summertime: a Vast Alpine Playground

When the last snowflakes give way to lushly green pastures, La Plagne shows a whole different face. Renowned worldwide for its exceptional ski area, the Savoyard ski resort turns in the summer into a massive playground where relaxing, nature, adventure and discovery can coexist.

La Plagne is well-known for its magnificent skiing area, offering 225 km of slopes, or 425 km when linked with Les Arcs and Peisey-Vallandry as part of the Paradiski® area. Every winter, the resort welcomes millions of skiers, recording more than 2.7 million skier days over its five-month season. Yet while its winter reputation is well established, summer is every bit as rewarding.

Over the past few years, La Plagne has significantly expanded its summer offering, inviting visitors to experience the mountains from a fresh perspective. Scenic hiking trails, world-class mountain biking, traditional village festivals, sports camps and a wide range of outdoor activities showcase a different side of the resort. Throughout the season, a vibrant calendar of events brings the destination to life, ensuring there is always something to enjoy. Whether you're travelling as a family, with friends, as a couple or on your own, La Plagne offers countless opportunities to create unforgettable summer memories in the heart of the French Alps.

Why Choose La Plagne for Your Summer Holiday?

It's a question many travellers ask: why head to the mountains instead of the beach during the summer? One of the first reasons is the atmosphere. While coastal destinations in France and across Europe become crowded throughout July and August, the mountains offer a refreshing sense of space and tranquillity.

In La Plagne, visitors can enjoy long sunny days without the crowds. Whether you're hiking through alpine landscapes or exploring panoramic trails, the peace and quiet are part of the experience. Mountain bikers also benefit from much shorter lift queues than during the winter season, making it easier to maximise time on the trails.

As heatwaves become increasingly common across France, La Plagne provides a sweet escape. Summer temperatures typically hover around a pleasant 23°C, offering warm, sunny days without the oppressive heat often experienced at lower altitudes. Evenings remain refreshingly cool, ensuring a comfortable night's sleep after a day spent outdoors—no air conditioning required.

A summer holiday in La Plagne is also considerably more affordable than many seaside resorts. Unlike the winter season, visitors enjoy greater flexibility, with the freedom to arrive on any day of the week and choose the length of their stay.

What Can You Do in La Plagne During the Summer?

When winter comes to an end, skis are stored away and replaced by hiking boots and mountain bikes. The resort's 225 km of ski slopes are transformed into an extensive network of walking trails, allowing visitors to experience the mountain from an entirely new perspective.

The Tourist Office provides detailed maps featuring routes for every ability, from leisurely family walks to challenging alpine hikes. For those seeking a more immersive adventure, multi-day treks with overnight stays in traditional mountain refuges offer an unforgettable way to discover the region's spectacular landscapes.

Trail running enthusiasts should not miss La 6000D, one of the Alps' most iconic mountain races. While the flagship event is designed for experienced runners, several shorter formats make the event accessible to participants of different fitness levels.

• Mountain Biking for Every Ability

La Plagne has become one of the French Alps' leading mountain biking destinations. Whether you're new to downhill riding or an experienced cyclist, there's a trail to match your ability:

• Green: Easy trails, perfect for beginners and families.
• Blue: Intermediate routes for riders with some mountain biking experience.
• Red: Technical and demanding descents featuring tighter turns, obstacles and jumps.
• Black: Expert-only trails requiring advanced technical skills and confidence.

If you don't have your own equipment, several rental shops throughout the resort offer high-quality bikes and protective gear. Many also provide qualified guides for those wishing to improve their technique or explore the trails safely. Lift passes are required to access the bike park and can be purchased at the ski lift ticket offices.

• Experience AEROLIVE and LIVE3000

For a truly unique mountain adventure, La Plagne introduces AEROLIVE, an innovative experience unlike anything else in the Alps.

Visitors ascend to the Bellecôte Glacier aboard two spectacular open-air cabins—ACROBATE and FUNAMBULE—which transport guests to LIVE3000. Safely secured to a lifeline, passengers enjoy an exhilarating journey with uninterrupted panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Whether you visit in summer or winter, the scenery is simply breathtaking.

• Thrills Beyond the Trails

For those looking to add even more excitement to their holiday, La Plagne offers several unforgettable adventure activities.

Fly across the valley on the Super Tyro, a spectacular zip line linking Aime 2000 to Plagne Centre, or tackle the Via Ferrata starting from Belle Plagne, combining climbing, scrambling and breathtaking mountain scenery.

• Family Activities Throughout the Summer

Families with young children will find plenty to keep everyone entertained. Throughout the resort's villages, the Tourist Office organises a varied programme of daily activities and entertainment.

From laser tag and archery to volleyball tournaments, mini discos and live shows, children can enjoy a different adventure every day while parents make the most of everything the mountains have to offer.

Where to Stay in La Plagne

Whether you visit in summer or winter, we offer a wide selection of holiday accommodation, including studios, apartments and chalets in La Plagne's high-altitude villages:

• Plagne Centre
• Plagne Villages / Plagne Soleil
• Aime 2000
• Belle Plagne
• Plagne 1800

One of La Plagne's greatest advantages is the ease of getting around. Wherever you stay, a free shuttle bus service connects every village throughout the resort, operating daily from 8:30 am until 11:30 pm.

Our website features an extensive portfolio of holiday rentals. Simply choose your travel dates, preferred accommodation type and party size to find the perfect property for an unforgettable stay in the French Alps.

Another welcome advantage during the summer season is that parking is free across all of La Plagne's villages.

A Summer Destination Like No Other

Far more than a world-renowned ski resort, La Plagne has become one of the Alps' most exciting summer destinations. Hiking, mountain biking, family activities, spectacular scenery and moments of relaxation combine to create unforgettable mountain holidays.

If you're looking for a destination where adventure, nature and quality time come together, La Plagne delivers an exceptional summer experience.

This summer, discover the mountains from a different perspective and experience why La Plagne truly is one of the Alps' greatest open-air playgrounds.