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La Plagne, part of Paradiski, seen from Montagne de l’Arc during the winter ski season.
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PARADISKI (LA PLAGNE / LES ARCS)

📍La Plagne, Savoie, France

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Cruiser🏞️ Scenic Cruiser🟢 Beginner Friendly❄️ Powder HavenIndependent☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: DimiTalen · CC0 · Photo details

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Vertical drop
6,726 ft*
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Skiable terrain
10,625 acres*
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Avg snowfall
190 in*
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Lifts
130*

ESF La Plagne Centre

Plagne Centre, Villages, Soleil and 1800

Ski LessonsSnowboard Lessons

Book ski or snowboard lessons with ESF La Plagne Centre for a start in Plagne Centre, Villages, Soleil or 1800. The lesson confirmation identifies the meeting point for your village.

Why we like it

Ski and snowboard groups can start in different places. In Plagne Centre, the snowboard meeting point is beside the France building.

Best for:

La Plagne village departuresSki and snowboard lessons
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Evolution 2 Arc 1950

Arc 1950 village

Ski LessonsSnowboard LessonsPrivate LessonsKids Programs

Evolution 2 offers group and private lessons from Arc 1950. Adults and children can book skiing or snowboarding according to the course offered for their level.

Why we like it

For an adult group ski lesson booked at Arc 1950, meet by the village clock. The Arc 2000 version has a different meeting point by the Lanchettes chair.

Best for:

Arc 1950 staysAdults and childrenVillage group lessons
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons, private lessons, kids programs.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Oxyski La Plagne

Plagne Centre snowfront, below the Colorado chairlift

Ski LessonsSnowboard Lessons

Oxyski teaches skiing and snowboarding from Plagne Centre. Lessons meet on the snowfront below the Colorado chairlift, above Croq’Neige.

Why we like it

Guests staying in Plagne Centre can find the school office at L’Orée des Pistes before walking out to the meeting point.

Best for:

Plagne Centre departuresSki and snowboard tuition
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Allais Ski – Skiset Le Pelvoux

Immeuble Le Pelvoux, Plagne Centre

Rentals

Allais Ski’s Le Pelvoux shop rents skis and snowboards at the foot of the pistes in Plagne Centre. Its ski fleet includes piste, freeride and touring equipment.

Why we like it

Reserve Le Pelvoux as your pickup shop if staying in Plagne Centre. Choose the type of ski you want to use when booking.

Best for:

Plagne Centre pickupPiste and touring equipment
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, rentals.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Pro Tip: Book Early

Lessons and rentals at popular resorts often book up quickly, especially during peak season and holidays. We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance to secure your preferred times.

Sources & planning context

Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.

Other names · La Plagne, Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry

Compare the kind of instruction or equipment you need. The provider can match your ability, age and dates to a current program.

Separate mountain and Vanoise Express schedules

La Plagne and Les Arcs do not necessarily share the same final dates as the Vanoise Express connection. Plan around the mountain where you are staying and the link you need.

    Official schedules & conditions ↗
    Schedule source ↗Official resort ↗
    Summer and winter destination
    Yes
    Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
    Beyond winter
    Ride lift-served mountain-bike trails at La Plagne Bike Park, within the Paradiski destination.
    Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
    Summer visit planning
    The bike park is at La Plagne. Operating dates differ by lift.
    Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
    Official website
    https://paradiski.com/
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
    Runs
    260
    Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

    Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Vertical drop (ft), Skiable area (acres), Lifts, Reported average snowfall (in), Base elevation (ft), Summit elevation (ft), Longest run (mi).

    Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

    Les Arcs / Peisey-Vallandry and Paradiski schedule ↗Les Arcs and La Plagne main season December 12–April 24. Vanoise Express linking Paradiski operates only December 12–April 17; not a fully linked network after April 17. · Checked Oct 21, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    La Plagne 2026–27 openings ↗Main altitude area December 12–April 24; lower villages close April 17. · Checked Oct 21, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Les Arcs transfers ↗The funicular links Bourg-Saint-Maurice with Arc 1600. Resort shuttles link the altitude villages. Check the seasonal timetable. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Getting to La Plagne ↗Aime-la-Plagne serves the altitude villages by onward bus or taxi. Landry serves Montchavin and Moûtiers serves Champagny. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Aiguille Rouge ↗Les Arcs describes a long, demanding descent from the summit to Villaroger and a panoramic summit walkway. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Hôtel Taj-I Mah ↗Arc 2000 slopeside hotel with modern guest rooms, pool, spa, restaurants and a panoramic terrace. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    La Plagne tourism · CGH Les Granges du Soleil ↗Plagne Soleil apartments at the foot of the slopes with equipped kitchens, balconies and village shops nearby. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Pierre & Vacances · Arc 1950 Le Village ↗Operator identifies pedestrian village apartments with ski access, Deep Nature spa and pool access varying by apartment and building. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Pierre & Vacances · Les Constellations ↗Five named apartment buildings in pedestrian Belle Plagne, balconies and ski departure from the residence. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    UCPA · Les Arcs Portes de la Vanoise ↗Operator locates its sports centre at Arc 1600 and describes shared cabin rooms with toilets and showers on each floor. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    ESF La Plagne Centre ↗The school takes bookings for La Plagne Centre, Villages, Soleil and 1800 and offers ski and snowboard instruction. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    ESF La Plagne Centre meeting points ↗The school publishes starting points by village and lesson format, including a snowboard meeting area beside the France building in Plagne Centre. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Oxyski La Plagne ↗Oxyski identifies its ski and snowboard school in Plagne Centre. Meet below the Colorado chairlift, above Croq’Neige. The school office is at L’Orée des Pistes. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Evolution 2 Les Arcs, adult ski groups ↗The adult group starting point for Arc 1950 is the village clock, while Arc 2000 groups meet by the Lanchettes chair. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Arc 1950 ski and snowboard schools ↗Arc 1950 lists Evolution 2 as one of its village schools, with group and private ski and snowboard instruction for adults and children. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Les Arcs historical village directory ↗The historical directory explicitly identifies Spirit 1950 as Evolution 2. Used only to connect the old name to today’s branch. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Allais Ski – Skiset – Le Pelvoux ↗The Plagne Centre shop at Le Pelvoux rents ski and snowboard equipment including piste, touring and freeride skis; its local directory links booking and contact. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Arc 1950 – Chez Léontine ↗The village lists Chez Léontine at Auberge Jérôme, serving regional Savoyard dishes and a choice of fondues. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Peisey-Vallandry tourism – La Ferme ↗The destination lists Restaurant La Ferme in Vieux Plan, Plan Peisey, with a direct telephone contact. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Le Chalet de la Roche Plagne 1800 : Restaurants à Plagne 1800 ↗The Plagne 1800 restaurant-bar-pizzeria serves house-made fresh pasta, Savoyard dishes, pizzas, crêpes, and waffles beside the Roche chairlift. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Les Arcs – La Folie Douce des Arcs ↗The Arc 1800 ski-area restaurant and bar has a terrace, regional cooking, music and performance. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    Peisey-Vallandry tourism – La Vanoise ↗This restaurant and bar at Plan Peisey has a pisteside terrace, lunchtime brasserie service and Savoyard specialties. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

    • Les Arcs / Peisey-Vallandry and Paradiski schedule ↗

      Les Arcs and La Plagne main season December 12–April 24. Vanoise Express linking Paradiski operates only December 12–April 17; not a fully linked network after April 17.

    • La Plagne 2026–27 openings ↗

      Main altitude area December 12–April 24; lower villages close April 17.

    • Bike Park | La Plagne ↗

      Ride lift-served mountain-bike trails at La Plagne Bike Park, within the Paradiski destination.

    • Paradiski domain facts ↗

      The official Paradiski domain facts page supports the asserted static mountain facts. Metric source values are stored in the site's rounded imperial display units.

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