Is good snow guaranteed in La Plagne?
Is good snow guaranteed in La Plagne? Yes, La Plagne is one of the most snow-sure resorts you can find. Sure, conditions can vary from season to season but, in general, the higher areas of La Plagne usually guarantee good snow cover.
The important 2000m mark for good snow
La Plagne claims 70% of its terrain is above the crucial 2000m mark (typically the altitude where conditions are most assured). Also, the higher level villages like Plagne Bellecôte, Belle Plagne, Plagne Villages, Plagne Centre and Aime 2000 sit around 2000m, making them a good choice for a La Plagne ski holiday. This is especially true in the early or late season when snow cover can be slightly more erratic.
Why La Plagne is snow-sure
For one, the point above about the area being high and mostly above 2000m. This elevation has become an increasingly important base level in recent years to ensure good snow conditions. Check our ‘How altitude affects snow‘ article for more information. You may also want to look at how the Jet Stream affects La Plagne weather to get a better idea of snow reliability and the factors involved in a good season. Also, La Plagne has extensive artificial snow cannon coverage, although these tend to be used most in the early season to help with base building.
La Plagne’s glacier
La Plagne still claims to have a glacier but, in truth, this is now more in name than in reality. The icepack here receded long ago and, while La Plagne used to offer summer glacier skiing, these days the area is bare in the summer months. Nonetheless, the overall height of La Plagne Paradiski means you should be pretty well guaranteed to find good snow if you stay high.
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