The short Ange magic carpet lift is located at the top of the Arpette chair and provides access to a perfect beginner area with fantastic views over to Mt Blanc and the main La Plagne area. Magic carpets are universally acknowledged as being the easy type of lift for total novice riders. The biggest advantage of this piste is its height – meaning even novice skiers and snowboarders can get a taste of riding at altitude rather than being stuck on valley lifts. After their first day, most beginners should be able to pick their way down the mellow Dunes, Arpette or Laines blues to get home.

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