La Plagne has a lot of activities to offer when you’re off the slopes although many are still on the mountain so will still need your warm ski clothing. In addition to the usual snowshoe outings, winter walking trails, and tandem paragliding which you will find in all French ski resorts, La Plagne offers some more unusual non-ski activities.

Olympic Bob Sleigh – La Plagne was the venue of the bobsleigh events in the 1992 Winter Olympics and the track is still used for International competitions but it is also available for solo runs reaching speeds of 55 miles per hour (90 kmh) or piloted runs in a 4 man bob going up to 68 miles per hour (110 kmh).

Ice Climbing – There is an artificial 22m frozen waterfall in Champagny where you can learn to ice climb with ropes and crampons

Ice Skating – There is an open air ice rink at Bellecote with a cordoned area for children and beginners.

Outdoor Heated Pool – A heated (30°C) swimming pool with saunas and lovely views of the mountains in Bellecote, just by the chair lift. The main Sports Centre with a gym and climbing wall is in Plagne Centre.

Glacier Walking – Visit the ice cave and ice carvings at the top of Bellecote and book a guide to go walking on the glacier. You can also have a meal under the stars and spend the night in an igloo for the complete ice experience.

Ski Joering – Combine horses and skis and that gives you an idea of ski joering. It is available for you to try in the lower village of Montalbert.

Drive a Piste Basher – Go up the slopes after the ski day and learn more about the ski grooming that happens every night. You even get the chance to drive one of the enormous piste bashers – and get a diploma to prove it!

Bowling Alley – There is a bowling alley and Sports Bar in Belle Plagne