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La Plagne Mountain Biking
| Mountain Biking (MTB / VTT) |
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Les Arcs and La Plagne are two of the best downhill mountain biking sites in Europe. The riding is challenging, the views are spectacular and the long tracks just keep flowing! Probably a resort best suited to intermediate/advanced riders, you’ll find plenty of demanding technical trails and steep downhill plummets. (NB: In French, mountain biking is called VTT. (Vélo tout-terrain!)) |
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| Pass Bike |
This pass is specifically designed with mountain bikers in mind and as such, it is possible to buy it with or without bike hire included. As part of the deal, you get:- Unlimited lift access for the duration of your pass
- A snack from participating sponsor (fruit or energy bar)
- 1 meal voucher in participating restaurants (for daily special)
- 10% off certain accessories in participating shops
- 25% off subscription fee for the Bob & Bike event on 25th August
Price 1 day: €19.50 (pass only) or €41.50 (inc. bike rental)
Price 6 days: €40.00 (pass only) or €145.00 (inc. bike rental)
If you already have your own bike and don’t want all the trimmings that the Pass Bike offers, then you can also buy day and half day tickets for the lifts:
Half Day Pass: €6.00 (morning or afternoon, except the glacier)
Day Pass: €11.00
Lifts that are accessible to mountain bikes are:- La Roche chairlift
- La Roche de Mio gondola
- Funiplagne
- Champagny gondola
- Montalbert chairlift
- Fornelet chairlift
- Montchavin chairlift
- Plan Bois chairlift
- Vanoise Express
**Please note that it is not possible to take your mountain bike on the Bellecote cable car** |
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last updated 2-Sep-2008 |
| What to Expect... |
La Plagne itself has 15 dedicated MTB trails and if you're thinking of including Les Arcs in your trip you'll find more downhill, cross-country and single track routes than you'll know what to do with! You can also use the Télécabine de Champagny to access more MTB tracks over there; from the top of the cable car you will find 3 tracks leading down through the Piste des Bois to Champagny, either in the direction of the Col de Forcle or Mont de la Guerre. There are also a number of trails alongside the Doron river, ranging from 'do-able by all' to a greater challenge for the more hardcore biker.
The following lifts are open to bikers during the summer:
- Télésiège de la Roche
- Télécabine de la Roche de Mio
- Funiplagne Grande Rochette
- Télésiège de Montchavin
- Télésiège de Plan Bois
- Télésiège de Montalbert
- Télésiège du Fornelet
- Télécabine de Champagny
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last updated 13-May-2008 |
| What time of year is it best to come mountain biking? |
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During July and August a number of lifts serving the Paradiski area open for mountain bikers and walkers. If you're not fond of the uphill or long ascents, you should come during these summer season months when and bars, restaurants and hotels are all open and the resort is liveliest.
Weather permitting, June, September and up to the end of October are good months to mountain bike as trails are quiet and the temperature cool. Too early in June or too late in October and there is a risk some of the higher passes maybe covered in snow and are therefore unsafe to traverse. You should note, however, that no lifts are open during these periods and the resort will be extremely quiet with limited shop and restaurant openings.
Whenever you choose please remember to respect others users of the mountain, especially walkers, and control your speed of descent... |
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last updated 6-Nov-2008 |
| Mountain Biking Code of Conduct |
It is important to remember that the trails around the La Plagne valley are used by many. Allegedly... during August a mountain bike policeman patrols around La Plagne and Bois du Bouchet to ensure that bikers are not riding on specific trails reserved for exclusive pedestrian use. Before setting out, you should check with the Tourist Office that your chosen route has no restrictions.
The following 6 mountain biking rules were introduced by the International Mountain Biking Association, and should be understood and followed by every mountain biker before venturing out.
| 1. | Ride on open trails only. The mountainside and it’s environment is precious, ensure your cycling is environmentally sound and socially responsible. | 2. | Leave no trace. Stay on existing trails and don’t create new ones, so no cutting off switchbacks! | 3. | Control your bicycle. Where safety notices are displayed, take note and follow them ! | 4. | Always let your fellow riders know you’re around Many trails are also used by hillwalkers who have priority over mountain bikers. In La Plagne there are trails which are off limits at certain times of the year so it’s best to check this out before you venture out. | 5. | Never scare or intimidate the local wildlife. Remember to leave gates as you found them. | 6. | Plan ahead. Check out your equipment before setting of to ensure it’s in good repair, taking puncture repair and basic tool kits with you. Carry necessary supplies including food and waterproofs. Always wear a helmet and appropriate safety gear for the terrain you’re about to tackle. |
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last updated 10-Apr-2008 |
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