La Côte-d'Aime, Former commune in Savoie department, France.
La Côte-d'Aime sits at elevations ranging from 665 to 2,960 meters in the Tarentaise valley, covering 126.26 square kilometers of mountainous terrain characterized by alpine landscapes, traditional stone houses, and panoramic views of snow-capped peaks.
The village maintained its independent commune status until January 1, 2016, when it merged with other localities to form La Plagne Tarentaise, ending centuries of autonomous administration within the arrondissement of Albertville and canton of Bourg-Saint-Maurice.
Local traditions center around Savoyard heritage including seasonal festivals tied to agricultural cycles, artisanal cheese production particularly Beaufort AOC, woodworking crafts, and culinary specialties featuring alpine ingredients like cured meats and mountain cheeses.
The area maintains postal code 73210 and provides access to hiking trails, ski resorts, and accommodations including Appartements Joli cocon, Les Marm'hôtes, and Auberge de Cassiel, with the mairie located in Pierrolaz offering municipal services.
Despite covering only 26.26 square kilometers, the commune encompasses an extraordinary elevation range of over 2,295 meters from its lowest to highest points, creating diverse microclimates and ecosystems within a single administrative boundary.
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