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The top bars in La Plagne, from après ski to cocktail hot spots
Living in La Plagne, one of the questions I get asked most is where to go for a drink. Whether you want a big après ski party, somewhere the kids can play while you have a beer, or a proper cocktail in the evening, there's a bar for it here. You just need to know where to look.
So here are my favourite bars in La Plagne, sorted by what you're after. Grab a vin chaud and let's go!
Après ski: where can I find the best après ski bars in La Plagne?
Après ski in La Plagne ranges from dancing on the tables in your ski boots to a chilled drink in the last of the sunshine. If you want the big party, head to:
- La Bergerie, above Plagne Villages
- La Mine, Plagne 1800
- Le Bonnet, Bellecôte
- Igloo Igloo, Plagne Centre
- Monica’s Pub, Plagne Soleil
Want something a bit more laid-back? Le Biollet is my favourite (more on that below). And if you're new to it all, my guide to what to expect from La Plagne après ski has you covered.
Le Biollet, top of the Becoin chairlift
Le Biollet is my favourite après ski spot in La Plagne right now. It sits at the very top of the Becoin chairlift, above Plagne Centre and Aime 2000, and the setting is stunning. Even better, it's often still in the sunshine when Plagne Centre and the villages below have dropped into the cold shade, so you get to soak up those last rays of the day.
The vibe is very cool and very chilled. Think saxophonists, flares, live music and DJs, with a great cocktail menu and some lovely desserts to go with it. It reminds me of what La Bergerie was like ten years ago, before it got absolutely massive.
What I love most is that you can still talk. There are lots of tables, so you can sit down and have a proper catch-up, but you can also get up and dance. It's lively without being mega loud and leery, which is exactly how I like my après.
The food is lovely too. Have a read of my Le Biollet restaurant review for the menu, the kids' options and how to book.
Good to know: the only way down from the top of the Becoin is on the blue runs, and they're on the steeper side, so Le Biollet is best for confident intermediate skiers. And please ski back down sensibly!
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Where are the best La Plagne nightclubs?
I'll be upfront: La Plagne isn't a late-night clubbing resort. If dancing until dawn is top of your list, you'll find more going on in Tignes, Méribel or Val d’Isère.
That said, there are still a few places to keep the party going after dinner, with live DJs, theme nights and a bit of a dance:
- La Mine, Plagne 1800. Open until 2 am, with live music or a DJ every night.
- La Bodega, Belle Plagne. Open 4 pm to 4 am daily. Tapas and après ski first, then dancing until late.
- La Cave, Bellecôte. Open 6 pm to 6 am, this is the French scene, with some great local DJs. It's the main place in La Plagne that's open after 2 am.
- Le Showlex, Bellecôte. Open 4 pm to 2 am daily, and known for its DJs and theme nights.
- Luna Bar, Plagne Centre. Open 4 pm to 2 am daily. Super lively and fun, with pool tables and pinball machines too.
- Holidays Bowling Bar, Plagne Centre. Open daily from 4 pm to 2 am. It's a bowling alley with a big bar, video arcade and games, and it often has DJ sets and stays open later. Keep an eye on their Facebook page to see what's on each week.
Family-friendly bars: which bars in La Plagne are suitable for families?
With three kids, I'm always on the lookout for bars where I can enjoy a drink while they're kept busy. These are my go-tos:
- Floe Bar, Plagne Centre. Lots of toys and games for the kids, plus local beers, a big wine list and great cocktails for you.
- Le Bobsleigh Bar, Plagne 1800. Just below the Hotel Rhododendron, this is a firm favourite with locals and visitors alike. It's very family friendly and the pizzas are great (takeaway too).
- Hotel Araucaria, Plagne Centre. A big kids' play area with old-school arcade games, PacMan, table football and pool tables, most of them free. There's also a fridge of juice and water for the kids to help themselves, plus penny sweets and a popcorn machine. Perfect while you enjoy one of their great cocktails. Just be warned, bar service has been quite slow the few times I've been.
- Croq’Neige, Plagne Centre. OK, it's a restaurant rather than a bar, but it's so welcoming for families I have to include it. It's the perfect spot for an easy beer while the kids play in the snow. It's also right next to the ESF and Oxygène ski school meeting points in Plagne Centre, so it's handy for ski school pick-up.
Top hotel bars in La Plagne: which hotels have the best bars?
Some of the nicest bars in La Plagne are in the hotels, and you don't need to be staying there to pop in. My favourites are:
- Hotel Araucaria, Plagne Centre (see above).
- Hotel Carlina, Belle Plagne. A big wine and cocktail menu, a large sunny terrace and a well-established restaurant serving local dishes with a Savoyard twist. Well worth a visit.
- The White Moon bar at the White Pearl hotel and residences, Plagne Soleil. It opened in winter 2022/23 and has quickly become the place to go in Plagne Soleil. The cocktail menu is creative, with all the classics alongside something a bit different.
Are there any breweries in La Plagne?
In a word, no. There isn't a brewery in La Plagne itself, but you can still try plenty of craft beer. Head to:
- Le Brix Bar, Plagne Centre. With 120 bottled beers and 8 on draught, this is the place to try local craft beers and something from further afield.
- La Mine, Plagne 1800. It has 16 draught beers, ciders and stouts, which change through the summer and winter seasons, so there's always something new to try.
The best wine bars in La Plagne: where can I enjoy a glass of wine in La Plagne?
For a nice glass of wine, the hotel bars above are a great place to start. Otherwise, these are my picks:
- Floe Bar, Plagne Centre (see above). The wine menu changes regularly and features local Savoyard wines.
- Bar Le 5 à 7 Siete, Plagne Villages. A good selection of local and international wines in a cosy lounge bar, and you can curl up by the open fire after a day on the slopes.
Top sports bars in La Plagne: where can I watch sporting events in La Plagne?
Don't want to miss the big match? Plenty of bars in La Plagne show live sport. Just be aware that the commentary is usually in French or American English rather than the UK commentary you might expect, as most bars can't stream UK TV (thanks, Brexit!).
My top sports bars in La Plagne:
- La Mine, Plagne 1800. Shows pretty much every sporting event, with 3 TVs so you can watch more than one game at once.
- Holidays Bowling Bar, Plagne Centre. Lots of TVs showing all sports, plus a big projector screen for major events.
- Le Bobsleigh Bar, Plagne 1800. Just below the Hotel Rhododendron and definitely worth a visit. It has 2 TVs but can only show one event at a time, so you'll catch the main games.
- Bowling Belle Plagne. 2 TVs (one quite small) showing a mix of sport.
- Le Brix Bar, Plagne Centre. A big TV, but it only shows Red Bull events, and often not live.
That’s La Plagne and the best bars in La Plagne
Whether it's après in the sunshine at Le Biollet, a family-friendly beer at Floe or a late one at La Cave, there's a bar in La Plagne for you. Here are my top tips before you head out:
- Check what's on. Lots of bars post their live music, DJs and theme nights on Instagram and Facebook, so have a look before you go.
- Try something local. Ask for a Savoyard wine or a local craft beer.
- Get home safely. Use the free shuttle buses or a taxi to get between villages, rather than driving.
Cheers, and see you on the slopes!
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