What Lagrange Vacances does

Lagrange Vacances is the consumer-facing vacation rental brand of France-headquartered Lagrange Group, operated through LAGRANGE FRANCE SAS (Paris) with regional subsidiaries in the UK, Belgium, Germany, and Switzerland, distributing seasonal accommodations (apartments, villas, chalets, campsites, apart'hotels) across approximately 10 European countries. The platform organizes its portfolio into thematic destination lines — mountain/ski (French Alps, Pyrenees, Austria), sea (French coasts, Spain, Italy, Portugal), countryside and nature, camping/plein air, and theme parks (Puy du Fou, Futuroscope, Asterix) — with add-on modules including spa/wellness residences, private-pool villas, fast digital check-in, optional cancellation and multi-risk insurance (underwritten by GRITCHEN AFFINITY via EUROP Assistance), and partner-enabled ski equipment rental (Intersport), meal delivery (Offcourses.net), and EV charging maps (ChargeMap).

The core technology is a consumer-facing online booking and reservation platform with multi-language, multi-country site instances, payment processing through OGONE with 3D Secure, and acceptance of ANCV Chèques Vacances; ancillary features include fast online check-in, a 4x interest-free installment payment option, a best-price guarantee, and a satisfaction-or-refund policy. There is no documented public API, SDK, or developer portal. Distribution runs on a hybrid model: direct-to-consumer sales via the website and phone (9h–21h weekdays, weekends), a network of more than 5,000 partner travel agencies across Europe, dedicated B2B portals for comités d'entreprise (Attitude Vacances, pro.lagrange-vacances.com), and printed seasonal brochures.

Revenue is generated primarily through transaction fees on vacation rental bookings and marketplace commissions through the agency channel, supplemented by professional-services fees for ancillary services (ski rental, cleaning, restaurant), and licensing/royalty-style revenue from optional insurance products. Customer segments are diverse — primarily individual families, ski enthusiasts, beach and countryside travelers, friend groups, last-minute leisure buyers, plus corporate groups via the B2B channel — with no single enterprise anchor; pricing is unit-based per accommodation per week/night (ranging from approximately €179 to €1,000+) with deposits of 25% and balance due 5 weeks pre-arrival.

Name

Lagrange Vacances

Legal name

LAGRANGE FRANCE SAS

Website

https://vacances-lagrange.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1876

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lagrange Vacances is a French vacation rental operator distributing apartments, villas, chalets, and campsites across 10 European countries via its website and a network of 5,000+ travel agencies, serving families, leisure travelers, ski enthusiasts, and corporate groups.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vacation Rental Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (72121)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Whole-Home Rentals (Houses, Villas, Cabins) (THAGANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mountain & Ski Homes (THAMAAAG), Resort-Style Extended-Stay Properties (THAGAEAL), Family & Group-Friendly Rentals (Large Homes, Multi-Unit Compounds) (THAGANAI)

Keywords

• Vacation rentals
• Holiday residences
• Ski accommodations
• Beach rentals
• Camping resorts

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Vacation Rental Bookings: Revenue generated from booking vacation accommodations including apartments, villas, chalets, campsites, and hotels across France and Europe. Pricing is per accommodation per week or per night, with deposits and balance payments according to booking terms.
2. Travel Agency Distribution: Distribution through over 5,000 partner travel agencies across Europe who sell Lagrange Vacances properties and earn commissions or fees on bookings made through their network.
3. Additional Services: Ancillary revenue from optional services such as ski equipment rental, insurance (cancellation/interruption coverage), spa treatments, restaurant services, and cleaning fees.
4. Optional Guarantees: Revenue from optional insurance products including cancellation/interruption coverage (contract n° 58 224 634) and multirisk coverage (contract n° 58 224 635) underwritten by GRITCHEN AFFINITY.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lagrange Vacances rents furnished vacation residences—apartments, villas, chalets, campsites, and apart'hotels—across more than 300 properties in France and Europe, distributed via its consumer website and a network of 5,000+ travel agency partners. Stays are organized around seasonal themes (mountain/ski, seaside, countryside, theme parks) and are supplemented by ancillary services such as ski equipment rental, cancellation insurance, group bookings, and digital pre-check-in.

Product overview

Lagrange Vacances is a seasonal vacation rental platform operating across France and Europe, offering accommodations through both its consumer website and a network of over 5,000 partner travel agencies. The core offering consists of Lagrange Vacances Résidences de Vacances — a portfolio of apartments, villas, chalets, and holiday residences categorized into five destination types: Résidences Montagne (ski and winter destinations in the French Alps, Pyrenees, and Austria), Résidences Mer & Océan (seaside properties along French coasts, Spain, Italy, and Portugal), Résidences Campagne & Nature (countryside retreats in Provence, Sud-Ouest, and Val de Loire), Campings & Plein Air (campsites with bungalows and mobil-homes), and Résidences Parcs à Thèmes (properties near major theme parks). The platform differentiates through add-on services including Résidences avec Espace Bien-être (spa-equipped properties), Villas avec Piscine Privée (premium private-pool villas), Location Matériel de Ski via Intersport, Groupes & Séminaires (corporate group bookings), Ventes Flash & Promotions, Check-in Rapide (digital pre-registration), and optional Assurance Annulation & Multirisques insurance. The Lagrange Group ecosystem includes sister brands Lagrange Immobilier (real estate investment) and Lagrange Apart'hotel (urban apart'hotels), along with Attitude Vacances for employee benefits. The platform accepts payments via OGONE credit card processing and ANCV vacation checks.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lagrange Vacances Résidences de Vacances Seasonal rental of furnished vacation residences across France and Europe, covering mountain ski, seaside, countryside, and theme-park destinations. Available to individual consumers and families via the lagrange-vacances.com website and 5,000+ partner travel agencies.
• Résidences Hôtelières (Appart'hotels) Hybrid hotel-apartment accommodations offering hotel-style services with self-catering kitchenettes in urban locations such as Mulhouse, Strasbourg, Montpellier, Paris/Boulogne, and Toulouse, targeting business and urban leisure travelers.
• Résidences Montagne (Ski & Winter) Mountain vacation residences in French Alps, Pyrenees, Massif Central, and Austria, including ski-in/ski-out properties, chalets, and family residences at major ski resorts such as Val Thorens, Tignes, Les Arcs, Val d'Isère, Les Menuires, and Alpe d'Huez.
• Résidences Mer & Océan Seaside vacation residences along French coasts (Brittany, Normandy, Atlantic, Côte d'Azur, Languedoc-Roussillon, Corsica) and international destinations in Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Morocco, ranging from beachfront apartments to resort complexes with beach access.
• Résidences Campagne & Nature Countryside and nature-focused accommodations in rural France including Provence, Sud-Ouest, Val de Loire, Massif Central, and Ardèche, combining green tourism with cultural exploration in historic and natural settings.
• Campings & Plein Air Campsite and outdoor accommodations including pitches, bungalows, and mobil-homes, with properties such as Domaine de la Dragonnière (Vias) featuring natural lagoon pools and Camping l'Air Marin bordering the Canal du Midi.
• Résidences Parcs à Thèmes Vacation properties near major French theme parks including Puy du Fou, Futuroscope, and Parc Astérix, including themed hotels and residences positioned for family amusement park visits.
• Location Matériel de Ski (Intersport) Ski equipment rental service provided through Intersport partnership, enabling pre-booking of ski gear for mountain destinations before arrival.
• Groupes & Séminaires Group booking and seminar services for corporate events, team retreats, and large group vacations, with dedicated support and tailored accommodation packages.
• Assurance Annulation & Multirisques Optional cancellation and multi-risk insurance products (contracts n° 58 224 634 and n° 58 224 635) underwritten by GRITCHEN AFFINITY via Europ Assistance, covering trip cancellation, interruption, sports equipment theft/damage, personal item shipping, and 24/7 person assistance.
• Lagrange Immobilier Real estate investment brand under the Lagrange Group offering property purchase opportunities in vacation destinations, operated as a separate sub-brand from Lagrange Vacances.
• Lagrange Apart'hotel Dedicated apart'hotel brand separate from Lagrange Vacances, targeting urban and business travelers with hotel-apartment hybrid accommodations.
• Attitude Vacances (Comités d'Entreprise) Employee benefits and corporate committee vacation booking platform providing dedicated services for company CSE and HR departments, with preferential rates and dedicated support for B2B client organizations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.1% customer satisfaction rate
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Over 5,000 Travel Agencies across EuropecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExtensive network of partner travel agencies across Europe that distribute Lagrange Vacances properties. Provides broad market reach and localized customer service through physical retail presence.
• IntersportminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for ski equipment rental booking service, allowing Lagrange Vacances customers to reserve ski gear directly through the website when booking mountain accommodations.
• Offcourses.netminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMeal delivery service partnership providing food delivery options to guests staying at Lagrange Vacances properties, enhancing the vacation experience with convenient dining solutions.
• ChargeMapminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership providing electric vehicle charging station map access for Lagrange Vacances customers, supporting eco-conscious travelers with EV charging location information near properties.
• Traveland Resorts MDVcoreOthersOperating entity behind Lagrange Vacances operations, responsible for tour operating, technology platform, and service delivery across European markets.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Booking.com: Global accommodation platform listing Lagrange's properties alongside hotels, apartments, and vacation rentals. While not a direct operator of properties, Booking.com competes as the dominant digital distribution channel for the same customer demand Lagrange captures through its 5,000-agency network.
• Club Med: Premium all-inclusive resort operator with mountain, beach, and family villages across Europe and globally. Competes with Lagrange Vacances for European family and ski vacations at a higher price point with broader service model.
• TUI (Marella, TUI France): Major European tour operator offering package holidays including accommodation, flights, and transfers across France and Europe. Competes for the same family vacation wallet share and operates through overlapping travel agency distribution channels.

Direct peers

• Belvilla: European vacation rental platform offering holiday homes across France, Italy, Spain, Germany, and Austria. Direct competitor across seaside, mountain, and countryside properties with similar broad European geographic footprint.
• Vacanceselect: European camping and mobile-home rental operator with parks across France, Italy, Spain, and Croatia. Directly comparable to Lagrange's Campings & Plein Air product line in terms of category and outdoor-leisure traveler.
• Maeva (by Pierre & Vacances): French vacation rental marketplace operating in seaside, mountain, and countryside destinations. Comparable in offering (whole-home rentals) and customer segment (French family travelers), with a similar mix of agency and direct distribution.
• Odalys Vacances: French vacation rental company operating apartments, chalets, and residences across French and European destinations including ski resorts, Mediterranean coast, and countryside. Closely overlaps with Lagrange Vacances on destination mix and customer base.
• Center Parcs (Pierre & Vacances-Center Parcs): European operator of family-oriented vacation parks with cottages and on-site amenities across France, Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. Comparable to Lagrange's family-focused offering and theme-park-adjacent residences, targeting similar family segment.
• EuroParcs: European vacation park operator with holiday parks across the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and Austria offering cottages and bungalows. Comparable to Lagrange in geographic spread, family orientation, and multi-country operations in similar European regions.
• Pierre & Vacances: Leading French vacation rental operator with a comparable portfolio of residences across mountain, sea, and countryside destinations in France and Europe. Direct competitor in nearly every sub-category Lagrange Vacances serves, including apart'hotels and themed parks.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Groupe_Lagrange

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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