Best practices to adopt

The Vanoise Express crosses the snowy valley linking La Plagne, Les Arcs, and Peisey-Vallandry, connecting these destinations to create Paradiski, one of the world's largest linked ski areas. Suspended above the forest, the cable car offers a spectacular journey and panoramic views of the Alpine landscape.

Best practices

To explore the mountains in complete safety

Getting Ready for Your Mountain Stay

At La Plagne, we want every stay to be all about fun, peace of mind, and safety.
Adopting best practices means looking after your health, respecting fellow skiers, and preserving the unique environment around us. Here are a few simple tips to help you make the most of your days on the slopes with complete peace of mind.

Gear Up Before Hitting the Slopes

Having the right equipment is the first step to enjoying the mountains safely.

Helmet and Goggles: Helmets are now essential to reduce the risk of injuries. Goggles or sunglasses protect your eyes from the sun, wind, and snow.
Sunscreen and Lip Balm: High altitude increases sun exposure. Remember to protect your skin, even on cloudy days.
Proper Clothing: Layer up to stay warm and dry. Gloves and a neck warmer are your best allies against the cold.
Equipment Check: Make sure your bindings are adjusted, boots fit well, and poles are the right size. Properly prepared equipment ensures safer and more enjoyable skiing.

Two skiers walk along a snowy path in front of the "Belvédère" building, carrying skis with snow piled around.

oto taken at La Plagne, a ski resort in the French Alps: two people in ski gear perform a creative pose on the snow. One lies on a snowboard while the other supports them with their back, creating a playful and dynamic scene in the heart of the mountains. In the background, the majestic snow-covered peaks of La Plagne stand out against a brilliant blue sky. An image that captures the sporty spirit, fun, and natural beauty of the Alps in winter.

Insurance: Essential Protection

Accidents can happen quickly, and ski-rescue services in France are not free.

Rescue and Search: Even a simple intervention can cost several hundred euros.
Carré Neige: This insurance covers rescue, evacuation, and medical expenses related to an accident on the slopes.

Learn more about rescue and insurance

For Beginner Skiers

La Plagne offers areas specially designed for beginner skiers.

With the CoolSki slopes and protected zones, your first steps on skis become a real pleasure. Enjoy easy and safe runs at an affordable price, allowing you to glide smoothly and progress at your own pace.

Discover the beginner areas

Two beginner skiers, each wearing a pink CoolSki bib, are using a drag lift on a protected slope at La Plagne. In the background, the pine forest and the CoolSki sign highlight the safe, learner-friendly environment.

Discover the 10 rules for safe skiing

Behave in a way that doesn't endanger anyone
Every skier must follow the signage (you can’t miss the bright orange signs)
Adapt your behavior and speed to your abilities, the slope, and the weather conditions
Make sure it's safe to enter a slope by checking both uphill and downhill
Choose a path that ensures the safety of the downhill skier (the one below you)
Overtake wide enough to anticipate the movements of the skier you're passing
If you fall, clear the slope as quickly as possible. Always stop at the edge of the slope!
Use the edge of the slope if you need to walk up or down
If you're involved in or witness an accident, identify yourself by calling emergency services at 00334 79 09 67 60
In the event of an accident, everyone must alert the rescue team and remain available to the ski patrol.

A healthier ski area for everyone

New national regulations now apply on the slopes

Since summer 2025, a new French law has extended smoke-free areas to several outdoor locations, including ski resorts. Specifically, smoking is now prohibited:

on the ski slopes,
in queues,
on all ski lifts, including chairlifts

The objective: to better protect the mountains and their skiers. Cigarette butts are the most common type of litter found at high altitudes. A single cigarette butt can take more than ten years to degrade and pollute up to 500 litres of water.

Thank you to everyone for helping to preserve a pleasant, clean and healthy mountain environment.

Preserving the Resort

In the mountains, nature is to be shared.

Skiing at La Plagne means enjoying an exceptional natural environment that must be preserved for future generations.
Every action counts to protect the wildlife, flora, and overall quality of the resort.

Leave No Trace

A piece of litter left in the snow can take months—or even years—to disappear. By taking it with you, you help keep the slopes clean and enjoyable for everyone.