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La Plagne vs Saint Martin de Belleville

Saint Martin de Belleville excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

La Plagne leads with 3 wins
Best for Families
Saint Martin de Belleville

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
La Plagne

222.8" average season

Best Terrain
La Plagne

5,590 acres to explore

Best Value
Saint Martin de Belleville

$70 day pass

Easiest Access
La Plagne

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Saint Martin de Belleville

World-class village experience

La Plagne
Savoie, France
$$Independent
Saint Martin de Belleville
Savoie, France
$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
3+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
9.0
7.5
Walkability
7.5
8.0
Village Vibe
7.5
9.5

Mountain

Vertical
6,561'
6,725'
Skiable Area
5,590 ac
14,826 ac
Green Runs
22%
17%
Trails
130
339
Lifts
77
169

Getting There

Airport
GVA
GVA
Drive Time
2.5h
2.5h
Road Ease
6.0
5.5

Cost

Passes
Independent
Independent
Day Pass
$75
$70
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
Good
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

La Plagne

222.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

192.1" total

86%

Saint Martin de Belleville

216.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

176.3" total

81%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
223"111"0"
La Plagne
Saint Martin de Belleville

Key Insights

Saint Martin de Belleville excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

  • La Plagne's beginner terrain score (9.0) exceeds Saint Martin de Belleville's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Saint Martin de Belleville's family village atmosphere score (9.5) exceeds La Plagne's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Saint Martin de Belleville offers more terrain variety (14,826 acres vs 5,590 acres)
  • La Plagne has more beginner/intermediate terrain (78% green and blue), while Saint Martin de Belleville skews more advanced (45% black and double black)

Best For

La Plagne

  • Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families

Saint Martin de Belleville

  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (14,826 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)

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Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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