Bobsleigh in La Plagne: speed and thrills in Savoie

Bobsleigh in La Plagne is the flagship activity of the valley. Ready for the big thrill on France's only Olympic track? Far from simple snow sledges, here you slide down an ice tube maintained like a work of art. Bob Raft with the family or Speed Luge solo: find out which machine is right for you and how to organise your run, 17 km from your campsite in Savoie!

The La Plagne bobsleigh track at a glance

• France's only Olympic track, 1,500 m, 19 bends.
• Bob Raft: family-friendly, self-guided, 80 km/h, fun and reassuring.
• Speed Luge: solo, semi-guided, 90 km/h, big thrills.
• Bob Racing: expert, behind a pilot, 120 km/h, maximum adrenaline.
• Practical info: prices €57-149, open mid-December to April, not suitable for pregnant women, people with heart conditions or back/neck problems.

What is the La Plagne bobsleigh experience?

Understanding what you are about to experience is essential to enjoy it fully. You are not entering a theme park. You are stepping onto an internationally certified competition venue!

A legendary venue: the La Roche track

The track lies just below Plagne 1800. The figures are dizzying and set the scene:

• 19 bends: each curve is a technical challenge.
• 1,500 metres of descent: a kilometre and a half of non-stop sliding.

A team of “ice makers” maintains the track every night to guarantee you an unforgettable adventure in Savoie!

The sensations: physical and acoustic

Why is bobsleigh in La Plagne so popular with thrill-seekers? It is a matter of physics: the raw application of the laws of nature on the body.

• Centrifugal force: in the bends, your body weighs more. You feel real compression.
• Speed: depending on the machine, you can reach a top speed of 134 km/h.
• Sound: this is often what surprises people most. It rumbles. The noise of the metal runners on the ice creates a deep echo.

The experience is not just visual. It is visceral. You feel every imperfection in the ice!

Which machine to choose for your run?

The resort has opened the track up to everyone. Today, 3 types of machine let you try bobsleigh in La Plagne. Do not choose at random. During your holiday at your campsite near La Plagne, pick the machine that matches your profile (Family, Solo or Adrenaline).

The Bob Raft: the fun option with family or friends

It is the ideal way in. The Bob Raft is a perfect invention for the general public. Imagine a large composite vehicle. It is self-guided and self-braking. It goes on its own. You have nothing to do but enjoy it. You reach about 80 km/h. It shakes, but it stays smooth. The structure absorbs violent shocks. It is the most fun machine on the site!

• Who is it for? It is the ultimate social activity. Four passengers ride together. It is open to families from 1.30 m. Groups of friends love sharing the collective scream.
• The little extra: ideal for a first time without being scared stiff.

The Speed Luge: alone against the track

Here, things change. You go from “public transport” to a safe version of the Olympic luge, with a direct view of the sky and the bends flashing past. Speed reaches 90 km/h.

• Who is it for? Individualists. Sliding fans who want to control their line.
• Sensations: the position changes everything. Close to the ground, the perspective is crazy. You feel at one with the track. Note that it is semi-guided: you let the luge do the work, but you are in sole command.

Bob Racing: the ultimate experience

Warning! This is for the strong-hearted only. It is the expert level of bobsleigh in La Plagne. You sit behind a professional pilot in a real competition bobsleigh (Taxi Bob). You steer nothing. You simply endure an experience lived at 120 km/h.

• Who is it for? Pure adrenaline seekers. Not for the faint-hearted!
• The impact: here, we are talking about compression. Your head weighs a ton. It is the closest experience to that of Olympic athletes.

Practical information

Ready to give it a go? To keep the adventure pure pleasure, here are the logistics to master.

Address and access

Address: la Roche, 73210 La Plagne. To get there from your mountain campsite, we recommend taking the D221.

Indicative prices

The price depends on the machine chosen. Here are the price ranges for the La Plagne bobsleigh:

• Bob Raft: about €57 per person.
• Speed Luge: about €137 per person.
• Bob Racing: about €149 per person.

When to go?

The ice is alive. It fears the sun.

• Season: usually open from mid-December to late March/early April.
• Times: runs for the public take place in the late afternoon, after the athletes' training sessions.

Contraindications

Do not neglect safety. Centrifugal force is powerful. The activity is not allowed for pregnant women or people with heart conditions or back/neck problems.

The bobsleigh in La Plagne adventure is unique. It is a shot of pure adrenaline in a historic setting. Do not let the winter go by without trying this legendary track. And to make your stay perfect? Do not neglect your rest. Book your accommodation or pitch at Camping L’Eden de la Vanoise for a 3-star holiday in Savoie!