Montchavin lifts
Montchavin lift guide
Montchavin lifts: The Montchavin sector has one of the biggest vertical drops in La Plagne — around 1,000m from top to bottom — and links quiet, tree-lined pistes with high-altitude terrain above the Vanoise Express which gives a direct link over to Les Arcs (check the La Plagne Les Arcs route). Starting from Montchavin village (1250m), you can reach the summit of this area in as little as three lifts.
This side of the mountain is known for long cruising runs, easy access to off-piste terrain and big views across the Isère valley towards Mont Blanc. It’s also home to some of La Plagne’s best-loved blue and red pistes, which is why Montchavin remains such a popular part of the ski area. And yes, that includes the Mont Blanc blue, La Plagne’s longest piste.
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Sort your Montchavin hire before you travel
Quick tip: Montchavin / Les Coches is a big, popular sector with fast uplift, long descents and the Les Arcs link close by, so it makes sense to sort your equipment before you arrive. Booking online usually means better prices, better availability and a much smoother first morning once you get to resort.
Choose a shop close to where you’re staying so collection is quick and easy before heading out onto the mountain.
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Long descents and off-piste access? Make sure you’re covered
Quick tip: Montchavin / Les Coches combines long cruising pistes, tree-lined runs and easy access to more adventurous terrain, so proper cover is worth sorting before your trip. In France, rescue and evacuation costs can be charged to you even on marked pistes.
Good ski insurance helps cover medical treatment, lift evacuation and cancellation if something goes wrong before or during your holiday.
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