Biolley Crête Côte black
Biolley Crête Côte
The Biolley piste Crête Côte black stretches from just below Aime 2000 down to Plagne 1800, roughly following a route under the 1800 chairlift.
It’s one of the few La Plagne black pistes another of La Plagne’s ‘Natur’ pistes, meaning it remains unpisted. As a result, later in the season, the moguls here can get pretty big – however, if you can get this run after fresh snow, it’s a joy.
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Biolley Crête Côte black
Crête Côte starts with a gentle run-in from the top of the 1800 chair before dropping sharply as it reaches the treeline. There is a steep section before the run veers away to the left then turns back towards the bottom station of the chair – mellowing in gradient the lower you go. After fresh snow, there are also multiple fun options for runs through the trees.
If you’re staying in 1800, this is one of five options for getting home on a piste. If your skills aren’t quite up to black runs, you’d be better heading for the Jean Marie blue or Lovatiere blue (from the other side of Aime) or the Loup Garou blue and Les Mines red (from under Plagne Centre).
Plan your kit for more demanding days
A black run is no place to discover that your boots are uncomfortable or your equipment does not suit you. Compare hire options in advance and ask the shop to check your setup before you go.
Featured hire: Plagne 1800. Choose the shop that works best for where you are staying.
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Crête Côte Pros and cons
Crête Côte black piste: The positives and negatives from our original piste guide.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Stunning views | Comparatively short |
| Great after fresh snow | Slow chair (1800) back up |
| Trees protect in bad weather | Moguls – if you hate moguls, you’ll hate this run |
| One of La Plagne’s few genuine black runs | |
| Moguls – if you like moguls, you’ll like this run |
Check your cover for the day you have planned
Demanding runs deserve preparation beyond choosing your equipment. Read your winter-sports cover, rescue and medical limits, and any restrictions on terrain or activities before your trip.
Crête Côte connections
Connecting pistes and lifts: Where you can go next once you finish Crête Côte.
| Connecting lifts: | Connecting pistes: |
|---|---|
| 1800 fixed chair | None |
Crête Côte stats
Crête Côte piste stats: Length, altitude and gradient at a glance.
| Quality | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length: | 0.7km |
| Start alt: | 2015m |
| End alt: | 1817m |
| Vert drop: | 197m |
| Max gradient: | 34° |
| Graded: | Black |
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