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French Ski Resorts Promote Off-Piste Safety Guidelines

2/20/2026

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French ski resorts, including La Plagne, do not restrict off-piste skiing but provide safety guidelines.
Resorts urge skiers to check conditions and carry essential safety gear, including an avalanche transceiver, shovel, and probe.
They require skiers to know how to use the equipment.
They advise always skiing with a professional guide and never alone.

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Story summary

French ski resorts, including La Plagne, do not restrict off-piste skiing but provide safety guidelines.
Resorts urge skiers to check conditions and carry essential safety gear, including an avalanche transceiver, shovel, and probe.
They require skiers to know how to use the equipment.
They advise always skiing with a professional guide and never alone.