Location of Chalet du Bois Melay in La Plagne

The Chalet du Bois Melay invites you to the heart of the Tarentaise Valley in Savoie, nestled in the French Alps.

Ideally located near the ski slopes, the chalet sits on the heights of the La Plagne 1800 village, surrounded by a forest of fir and larch trees and neighboring chalets.

Direct Access to the La Plagne Paradiski Ski Area

From the Chalet du Bois Melay, you can easily access the La Plagne Paradiski ski area on foot via a flat wooded path. The blue "Loup" slope is just 400 meters away. For your return, you can take a gentle off-piste trail that leads to within 200 meters of the chalet.

Alternatively, free shuttles provided by La Plagne run frequently during both the ski season and summer months. A shuttle stop is conveniently located just 50 meters from the chalet, offering quick and easy access to the main ski areas, including the snow front at Plagne 1800, Plagne Centre, and Plagne Bellecôte.

Chalet location details

How to get to Chalet du Bois Melay?

The Chalet du Bois Melay is accessible by car, taxi, train, or plane.

By train:
The nearest train station is Aime-La-Plagne, located in the valley.
Approximate travel times:

• Paris: 4h50
• Lyon: 3h20
• Marseille: 5h20

From the station, it’s a 25-30 minute transfer to the chalet.

By car:
Approximate travel times:

• Paris: 6h40
• Lyon: 2h30
• Marseille: 4h40

From Lyon, follow directions to Chambéry, Albertville, and Aime. After exiting at Aime, take the route towards La Plagne.

After passing through the village of Macôt-La-Plagne, it takes about 20 minutes to ascend the 21 numbered hairpin turns leading to the resort.

The Chalet du Bois Melay is located at Plagne 1800, just after Turn 1, directly across from the Decathlon ski rental shop.

By taxi:
Ask the taxi to drop you off on Rue de Constantine, just above the chalet. To reach this point, pass the Decathlon shop at Plagne 1800, continue along the departmental road to the roundabout, and take the first right towards Plagne Centre. Then immediately turn onto Rue de Constantine. 

The Chalet du Bois Melay is the second chalet on the right, where parking is available in front of the stairs.

By plane:
The closest international airports are Geneva or Lyon-Saint Exupéry. The transfer from these airports takes approximately 2h30.

Parking near the chalet

A private parking area is available in front of the chalet, accessible from the departmental road. You can continue along the road to the roundabout to facilitate maneuvering into the parking space.

An electric charging station is available for your use during your stay.

If additional parking is needed, a public parking lot is located directly across from the chalet, next to the Decathlon ski rental shop, with another parking area at the entrance to Rue de Constantine.

Nearby Shops

The chalet is conveniently located near various shops in La Plagne 1800.

• Ski Rental Shop:
  Decathlon ski rental is directly across from the Chalet du Bois Melay. Thanks to our partnership, they can deliver ski equipment directly to the chalet and collect it upon your departure.
• Supermarket:
  The SPAR supermarket is just a 3-minute walk (approximately 50 meters) from the chalet. You can reach it via the lower road from the chalet (Route de la Grande Rochette) or by taking the upper path through Rue de Constantine and a small pedestrian walkway leading to the village. Fresh bread is available at the SPAR.
• Bakery:
  Fresh bread can also be found at "Les Délices de la Mère Boudu," located 200 meters from the chalet (about a 5-minute walk).

Access to the Ski Slopes

The Paradiski ski area is easily accessible from the chalet. From Rue de Constantine, a 400-meter walk leads directly to the blue "Loup-Garou" slope, which descends from Plagne Centre. From there, you can ski down to the Mélèzes or Plagne 1800 chairlifts.

Once on the slopes, you can quickly connect to all the La Plagne village resorts, including Plagne Montalbert, Plagne Centre, Plagne Bellecôte, Belle Plagne, Plagne Village, and Plagne Soleil. If you have a Paradiski pass, you’ll also gain access to the vast domains of Peisey-Vallandry and Les Arcs.

Ski Schools and Activities

The ski schools and lift pass office are conveniently located at the base of the Mélèzes chairlift. The French Ski School (ESF) in Plagne 1800 offers group and private lessons, as well as the "Piou-Piou" Club for young children.

For après-ski, children will love the sledging track located at the snow front.

A daycare center, "Les P’tits Bonnets," is available at Plagne Centre and can be reached quickly via the free shuttle.

Additional Services

• The Tourism Office is located opposite the SPAR supermarket.
• Other shops and amenities are available in nearby villages, the closest being Plagne Centre, situated just above Plagne 1800.

Whether you're coming for skiing or simply enjoying the serene alpine environment, the Chalet du Bois Melay offers an exceptional location for your stay in La Plagne.

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