Champagny en Vanoise Ski Resort Guide
Champagny en Vanoise, France
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| Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 212km |
| Highest Lift | 3,250m |
| Resort Height | 1,250m |
| Nearest Airports | Chambery and Grenoble |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Champagny en Vanoise
Champagny en Vanoise offers a picturesque skiing experience. Nestled in the heart of the Vanoise National Park, it caters to all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Summary
This quaint resort is part of the vast La Plagne ski area, providing access to over 225 km of pistes. With a family-friendly atmosphere and breathtaking scenery, it’s an ideal destination for winter sports enthusiasts.
The ski area of Champagny en Vanoise is in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,250m, with 212km of marked runs.
Champagny en Vanoise is part of the La Plagne ski area with access to 225km of downhill skiing, with 128 marked pistes, served by a total of 109 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Champagny en Vanoise itself (212km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other La Plagne ski resorts of Aime La Plagne, Belle Plagne, Montchavin-Les Coches, Plagne 1800, Plagne Bellecôte, Plagne Centre, Plagne Montalbert, Plagne Soleil and Plagne Villages.
With ski lifts as high as 3,250m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Champagny en Vanoise is 7km long and the most difficult run is the 'Le Rochu', which is 4km in length.
Snow and Weather
The resort typically experiences reliable snow conditions, with depths averaging between 100-200 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow information and updates, check J2Ski for accurate forecasts and conditions.
When will it snow in Champagny en Vanoise?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Champagny en Vanoise.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Champagny en Vanoise Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 18 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 33 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 69 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 10 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 212km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 22km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 125 | |
La Plagne Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 18 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 33 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 73 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 10 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 225km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 85km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 109 | |
Champagny en Vanoise Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 3,250m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,250m |
| Resort Altitude (Champagny en Vanoise) | 1,250m |
| Max Vertical | 2,000m |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Beginners | |
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Skiing
Champagny en Vanoise features a variety of ski areas with elevations reaching up to 3,250 meters. Notable pistes include the blue 'Les Granges' and the challenging red 'Les Crozats,' accessible via lifts like the Champagny Gondola and the Granges chairlift.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Champagny en Vanoise
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Champagny en Vanoise Ski Schools and Champagny en Vanoise Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy diverse terrain, including the terrain park at Champagny, which features jumps and rails suitable for various skill levels. The resort’s variety of slopes also allows for thrilling off-piste experiences.
Location and Map
Where is Champagny en Vanoise?
This ski resort is in the French Alps.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Champagny en Vanoise is Chambery, 70 minutes drive away.
Grenoble, Annecy, Geneva, Lyon Bron, Lyon St-Exupéry, Saint-Étienne, Sion and Turin Caselle airports are all within three hours drive.
Champagny en Vanoise is easily accessible from major airports like Geneva and Chambéry, with a drive time of around 2.5 to 3 hours. Regular shuttle services and transfers are available, making travel convenient for guests.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 125 ski lifts are able to uplift 125,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 33km of ski runs, with 359 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Champagny en Vanoise open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is mid December, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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Champagny en Vanoise Webcams
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Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, visitors can unwind at local bars such as Le Barillon or enjoy a meal at La Table du Tarentaise. For a lively night out, check out the Après Ski Club.
