La Plagne summer 2026: your family holidays take on another dimension. Whether you are sporty or in search of relaxation moments, La Plagne is full of varied possibilities in summer for the whole family:
- Be charmed by the diversity of landscapes, with views of Mont Blanc, the Beaufortain massif or the Vanoise National Park, the natural lakes, streams and rivers,
- Breathe in the good air of the Alps and the forests of firs, larches and other arolla pines,
- Recharge each at your own pace, sharing the joy of summer mountain sports or in contemplation and relaxation activities,
- And meet fascinating mountain guides, instructors or lecturers who will introduce you to the wealth of Savoie and Tarentaise heritage.
Discover the activities to do this summer in the villages of La Plagne while making the most of your luxury chalet rental in La Plagne 1800.
When to visit La Plagne summer 2026? Discover the opening dates of La Plagne’s summer season
The summer season is in full swing in La Plagne in July and August:
- In July and August, in the mid-altitude villages of Champagny-en-Vanoise, Montchavin-les-Coches, in La Plagne Montalbert and in the high-altitude villages (La Plagne 1800, Plagne Centre, Plagne Village, Plagne Soleil, Plagne Bellecôte and Belle Plagne), the ski lifts are open.
- The ski lifts give you access to the bike park and mountain kart, as well as to many hike departures.
You can however come to La Plagne all year round in the valley or with Pointe de Sel, who arrange bespoke all-inclusive mountain stays for you in any season.
1 – La Plagne summer nature with the family
Discovering La Plagne summer rural heritage
La Plagne brings together 11 villages spread between 650 and 3,250 m altitude. The variety of landscapes offers you many hiking and activity perspectives. La Plagne is home in particular to 19 protected species of flora and 283 of fauna — enough to make a few encounters during your family hikes. You will meet relatively easily on the alpages near the paths the marmot, growing ever plumper as summer goes on.
The lush pastures welcome cows in summer known for supplying the Beaufort cheese makers. Don’t miss visiting one, for example at the Plan Pichu alpage in Montchavin les Coches.
The Forperet educational farm in Montalbert is a great stop with children, while the grown-ups can enjoy the superb view from the terrace of the traditional restaurant.
You can also visit the Granier Stables for free, with the Comtoise mares and their foals and also cows, ewes, goats, rabbits and farmyard.
Don’t miss the Fête de l’Alpage on 16 August 2026 on the Dou du Praz plateau in Plagne Village either, to discover the charm of Savoyard rural tradition.
Varied family activities in La Plagne summer
Around thirty mountain, relaxation or sports activities await you in La Plagne in summer. Most are accessible from age 5–7 and let the youngest discover the joys of the great outdoors in the mountains.
La Plagne offers in particular one of the finest bike parks in the Alps. Tracks are accessible to beginners and children on downhill mountain bikes, while the more experienced can let off steam on the more technical red or black runs.
White-water activities, rafting and canyoning in particular, offer a refreshing experience and incredible family memories. Climbing and via ferrata can also be a great chance to push yourself, and generally have sections accessible to children (who sometimes have less vertigo than their parents!). A mountain guide can take you, for example, to the Belle Plagne via ferrata.
Hiking activities are plentiful and are generally enjoyed by young children. Teenagers sometimes have less enthusiasm for the idea of walking. The ideal is to offer them fun activities to discover the mountain. For example, a canicross outing or a trapper outing will leave them with a striking memory.
To live an unforgettable family experience and discover the mountain in the best conditions, the all-inclusive La Plagne summer stays with Pointe de Sel are ideal.
SPORTY OR RELAXING ACTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Book your all-inclusive stay with Pointe de Sel and each choose your own sporty or relaxing activities.
2 – The comfort of a chalet in La Plagne summer
In summer, you can enjoy access to spacious, very comfortable luxury chalets for your family holidays.
Picture yourself this summer: a beautiful sun-drenched terrace with mountain and forest views, a playground right at the foot of the chalet, an authentic, warm chalet with the space to host your family or your friends, leisure facilities much loved by children, such as jacuzzis, sauna and even a heated indoor pool.
For more comfort, you can also opt for a premium service with our chalet catering offer: our partner head chef can prepare and deliver breakfasts, snacks and dinners with local flavours directly to the chalet — enough to delight your whole family.
La Plagne summer chalet with Pointe de Sel.
3 – La Plagne summer cultural with the family
The calendar of popular and traditional festivals in La Plagne summer 2026
Village festivals dot the summer and bring lively traditional events to the villages of La Plagne.
La Plagne July 2026
Children take centre stage in Montalbert at the Festoche des Mioches from 7 to 9 July and 12 to 15 August 2026. You will find a giant water slide, magic and robotics workshops, wood-craft activities and lots of other activities.
The French national day on 14 July 2026 is the chance for popular celebrations and fireworks in Aime, Montchavin and Plagne Bellecôte in particular.
The village festivals like the one in Champagny-en-Vanoise will let you discover popular and festive traditions.
Don’t miss the Family Race on 23 July and 6 August 2026 in Montchavin-les-Coches. This fun competition is derived from the legendary La Plagne trail for a lovely family challenge.
The Fête du Pain in Longefoy from 24 to 26 July 2026 will let you take part in old-style bread baking.
On 21 July 2026, the 11th Saveurs et Savoir-Faire encounter will let you discover traditional craftspeople: forge, grocery, cabinetmaking, liqueurs, paints — without missing the Beaufort makers.
La Plagne August 2025
Catch with your children the Festoche des Mioches from 12 to 15 August 2026 in La Plagne Montalbert.
Take part as a family in the Family Race on 6 August 2026 in Montchavin-les-Coches.
Discover traditional Savoyard folklore at the village festivals, such as the one in Plagne Centre on 15 August 2026 .
Don’t miss the Fête de l’Alpage on 16 August 2026 in Plagne Village to discover the cultural and culinary heritage of Savoie and the French Alps.
Discovering the baroque heritage of La Plagne
The territory of La Plagne is marked by baroque influence, with no fewer than 35 chapels and 11 churches. By discovering these well-preserved jewels of Savoie heritage, you will discover the harsh life of the mountain folk in the 17th and 18th centuries, who sold their products — including their cheeses — to fund the embellishment of their places of worship.
One of the most remarkable baroque sites is the church of Champagny-en-Vanoise, with a magnificent altarpiece gilded in gold leaf and adorned with cherubs.
Music lovers will appreciate the concerts given during the Tarentaise Baroque Festival.
The sensory tours of the Fondation Facim are also the chance to introduce you to the world of Savoyard baroque in a fun, unusual way. Mixing visual arts, music and culture, all your senses will be awakened during these tours suited to every audience, including families. The Notre Dame des Neiges chapel in Mongésin hosts these sensory tours on Thursdays between mid-July and mid-August.
The world of Street Art in Moutiers
Immerse yourself in the exotic, colourful world of street art on the Moutiers Street-art trail near La Plagne. Around forty monumental murals, stencils, graffiti or collages colour the streets of the former capital of Tarentaise for an unusual visit with family or friends.
4 – The legendary sporting events in La Plagne summer 2026?
Catch the highlights of the 2026 summer season in La Plagne.
The Super 8 mountain bike race
The Super 8 race brings together champions and fans of downhill mountain biking and electric MTB from 11 to 12 July 2026. The 100 km “Grand 8” event is reserved for experts and elites for 2 days of racing with bivouac. As an amateur, you can sign up for the “Double 8” with events from 23 to 82 km.
The legendary trail race: the 6000D
The 6000D race takes place from 30 July to 2 August 2026. 35th edition of this legendary 67 km mountain trail, with 3,400 m of positive ascent from the apple trees to the glacier. A truly legendary race! The 6 Découverte and the 6D Kid’s are particularly accessible for your family holidays.
5 – The advantages of a chalet stay in La Plagne summer
Pointe de Sel offers you the chance to discover La Plagne in summer in the best conditions. Stay in a chalet with heated pool, enjoy the sun-drenched terraces, the space and the view of the surrounding nature. You are sheltered from view by the larches. You very easily access all the activities offered in La Plagne and can discover the mountain in complete peace and quiet.
Get in touch for the availability of chalet rental in La Plagne in summer.
YOUR HONEST REVIEWS, AFTER A STAY IN OUR LUXURY CHALETS.
