Set high in the magnificent Savoie French Alps, dominated by the mighty Mont Blanc, La Plagne is one of the most famous and exciting high altitude ski areas in the world. Linked to Les Arcs by the new Vanoise Express lift (from Christmas 2003), the new "Paradiski" area offers 425kms of pistes. One of the first purpose-built resorts in France, La Plagne comprises ten ski centres, each virtually self-contained with shops, restaurants, ski schools and children’s village, with direct access onto the ski area. Each village is well-connected and gondolas and/or a bus service run between them.

Champagny is an authentic mountain village with a character that still reflects its ancient farming origins. Tiny paths link old farms and chalets in a village where traditional Savoie life and modern tourism mesh seamlessly together. The village has a lively atmosphere with shops, bars & restaurants within easy walking distance. At night, Le Timbale, Les Rochers & Jackie's bar are the main focal points for drinking and dancing with live bands and D.J.'s

La Plagne Apres Ski:

Massive choice throughout the villages, fondues or raclette from around €20, 3-course meal with wine for €25:
La Grange
Matafan
Le Bec Fin for local specialities
Try the traditional mountain restaurants including Le Petit Chaperon and Le Loup Blanc
Wide variety of cafes and bars plus 4 discos
Loup Blanc and La Mine Bar (Plagne 1800)
Cheyenne Cafe
Le Tet (Belle Plagne)
Showtime Cafe (Bellecôte) with live music
Lincoln Pub (Plagne Soleil)
Luna Bar (Plagne Centre)

Activities:

Sauna and jacuzzis
Turkish and seaweed baths
Massage
Solarium
Open-air floodlit ice rink and outdoor heated pool in Bellecôte
Squash in Plagne 1800
Health and fitness centre in Belle Plagne & Plagne centre
Paragliding
Skidoos
Weekly excursions to Val d'Isere/ Tignes & 3 Valleys
Cleared winter walks
Try the Olympic Bobsleigh run
Cinemas with regular English films in Plagne Centre and Bellecôte