Vars is a France ski resort in the Hautes-Alpes region, based around the village of Vars. The resort offers 185 km of pistes across 41 lifts, rising from 1650 m to 2750 m for a 1100 m vertical drop. Terrain suits beginner, intermediate, advanced riders, with a dedicated snow park plus groomed cross-country loops.
Ski School, Snow Park, Après-ski.
Outside the ski season, Vars opens up for Hiking, Mountain Biking — a genuine year-round mountain destination.
Wildlife commonly spotted around Vars includes Chamois, Marmot, Golden Eagle. The area sits close to protected zones such as Écrins National Park.
Vars has 185 km of marked pistes served by 41 lifts, with a vertical drop of 1100 m between 1650 m and 2750 m.
Vars caters primarily to beginner, intermediate, advanced skiers and snowboarders. There is a dedicated snow park. Cross-country loops are groomed nearby.
The nearest major airport is Turin (TRN), roughly 150 km from the resort. Book transfers, hire cars or train legs from any UK or EU gateway.
Summer visitors to Vars enjoy Hiking, Mountain Biking across the surrounding valleys and lifts.