Bellecôte glacier Rochu black
Bellecôte glacier Rochu
The Bellecôte glacier piste Rochu drops from the top of the new Glaciers gondola.
Both this run and Bellecôte black give the impression of being far away from the main area and drop for an impressive length down to the base of the Châlet de Bellecôte chair.
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Bellecôte glacier Rochu black
Unfortunately, the glacier used to be frequently closed due to the old aging gondola (just the same as all the runs in this area), meaning access was often impossible – and explaining why we have so little footage from this part of La Plagne.
Demanding runs deserve suitable equipment
Black pistes can involve steep slopes, bumps and variable snow. Ask the hire team for equipment suited to your ability and intended terrain, with well-fitting boots and a properly checked setup.
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Rochu videos
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Rochu Pros and cons
Rochu black piste: The positives and negatives of this run.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Snow-sure | Flat near the bottom |
| Great scenery | Long top traverse to access |
| Very good after fresh snow | If you want real challenges, try the North Face instead |
| Easy access off-piste riding | |
| One of La Plagne’s steeper blacks |
Planning harder runs? Check the policy
Before tackling demanding pistes, check your winter-sports policy for rescue, evacuation and medical treatment. If you plan any off-piste skiing or snowboarding, check the separate conditions and exclusions rather than assuming it is included.
Rochu connections
Connecting pistes and lifts: Where you can go next once you finish Rochu.
| Connecting lifts: | Connecting pistes: |
|---|---|
| Chalet de Bellecôte fixed chair (via Bellecôte) | Bellecôte black |
| Dérochoir black (via Bellecôte) |
Rochu stats
Rochu piste stats: Length, altitude and gradient at a glance.
| Quality | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length: | 2.3km / 1.4m |
| Start alt: | 2998m |
| End alt: | 2281m |
| Vert drop: | 724m |
| Max gradient: | 42° |
| Graded: | Black |
Rochu webcams
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Roche de Mio cam
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