Beginners – La Plagne or Les Arcs?
Together, La Plagne and Les Arcs make up the massive Paradiski ski resort, the world’s third-largest ski area. However, while the resorts are joined, there are significant differences between them – particularly in terms of the skiing and snowboarding they offer. For more information on this, see our is La Plagne or Les Arcs better for snowboarding article or our guide to La Plagne villages page.
Which is better for beginners – La Plagne or Les Arcs?
Both La Plagne and Les Arcs are great ski resorts with plenty to offer, but La Plagne might be a better choice for beginners for a few reasons:
- Terrain: La Plagne has a larger variety of terrain for beginners, with more gentle slopes and easier runs. Les Arcs, on the other hand, has more challenging terrain and steeper runs, which may not be suitable for beginners.
- Lifts: La Plagne has more beginner-friendly lifts, such as magic carpets and slow chairlifts, which can be less intimidating for beginners compared to some of the faster lifts in Les Arcs.
- Village atmosphere: La Plagne has a more traditional, family-friendly village atmosphere with a range of accommodation options, whereas Les Arcs has a more modern, purpose-built feel. For some beginners, the traditional atmosphere of La Plagne may feel more welcoming and less overwhelming.
That being said, both resorts have excellent ski schools and beginner packages available, so either option could be a good choice for beginners depending on personal preferences and priorities.
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