Walking and snowshoeing

Walk or snowshoe our snowy paths for an unforgettable frozen adventure!

Treat yourself to an unforgettable escape and explore a variety of horizons! Discover the resort's heritage and emblematic sites, whether on a walk through the forest, along the slopes of the villages or towards the Col de Vars, the choice is yours! Laughter, relaxation and discovery in the heart of nature and unspoilt countryside await you.

This walking or snowshoeing experience is undoubtedly the best way to savour the splendour of the resort, even if you're not a keen skier. More than 50 kilometres of itineraries dedicated to pedestrians, snowshoers andsoft-track enthusiasts will take you to the four corners of Vars.

A life-size adventure specially designed for lovers of the mountains and wide open spaces. Come and enjoy an experience that transcends the boundaries of the ordinary.

Practical info

PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
1 - CHEMIN DES CASSETTES
DISTANCE | 1040m
DURATION A/R | 1H15

Damé*. Family-friendly, open and sunny. Viewpoint over the resort and its villages.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
2 - CHEMIN DU BARJO
DISTANCE | 780m
DURATION A/R | 1H15

Damé*. Family-friendly, open and sunny. Viewpoint over the resort and its villages.
snowshoes only
3 - Path of the forest
DISTANCE | 900m
DURATION A/R | 1H15

Difficult, ungroomed route. Poles recommended.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
4 - refuge napoléon - via fontbonne
DISTANCE | 2600m
DURATION A/R | 2H00

Damaged*. Accessible to families
and sunny.
Shuttle: Refuge Napoléon Col de Vars
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
5 - refuge napoléon - via le fournet
DISTANCE | 2500m
DURATION A/R | 2H00

Damé*. Family-friendly, sunny and easy to access, this route takes you to the Refuge Napoléon, a historic site on the Col de Vars road with a breathtaking view of the lake.
Shuttle: Refuge Napoléon Col de Vars
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
6 - refuge napoléon - via le fournet
DISTANCE | 2500m
DURATION A/R | 1H30

Damé*. A pretty family trail with a view of the lake and a small variation in the middle of the larch forest.
Shuttle: Refuge Napoléon Col de Vars
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
7 - Col de Vars
DISTANCE | 3000m
DURATION A/R | 2H00

Groomed*. Family-friendly, sunny.
Highest viewpoint at the Col de Vars over the snow-capped Ubaye mountains.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
8 - boucle de l'écuelle
DISTANCE | 5000m
DURATION A/R | 4H30

Damé*. For experienced walkers.
Please bring poles and suitable footwear.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
9 - Peynier
DISTANCE | 3700 m - D+273m
TIME PER ROUND | 3h

Damé*. Panoramic view of the whole resort, sunny route, outside the forest. Orientation table and Les Balcons de Peynier mountain restaurant at the finish.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
10 - vallon des prises
DISTANCE | 5200m
TIME FEE | 2h

Groomed*. Accessible to families.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
11 - Chemin de bois noir
DISTANCE | 7000m
TIME PER ROUND | 4h30

Groomed*. Accessible on foot and with snowshoes for experienced walkers. Please bring poles and suitable footwear.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
12 - low alp circuit
DISTANCE | 2000m
TIME RUN | 1h30

Damé*. Nature-lovers and contemplative types will love this trail, which offers postcard-perfect scenery.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
13 - circuit dE LA Pinée
DISTANCE | 6000m
TIME PER ROUND | 3h30

Groomed*. Suitable for families. This walk on the heights of Sainte-Catherine will take you through breathtaking scenery.
Snowshoes recommended
14 - chemin du facteur
DISTANCE | 14070m
TIME FEE | 2h00

Not groomed. Suitable for families. Sunny in the morning.
Pedestrians only
15 - 3 villages circuit
DISTANCE | 15600m
TIME PER ROUND | 2h30

Accessible to families. Discover the treasures of the villages of Vars with the Heritage Guide, available from the Tourist Office.
Snowshoes recommended
16 - chemin de champ flaou
DISTANCE | 880m
TIME RUN | 1h00

Accessible to families. Discover the treasures of the villages of Vars with the Heritage Guide, available from the Tourist Office.
Snowshoes only
17 - chemin du forest
DISTANCE | 3000m
ROUND TIME | 2h00

3/4 of the route is ungroomed.
Some tricky sections. Suitable for trained mountain walkers.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
18 - vars-risoul
DISTANCE | 5950m
TIME FEE | 2h00

Damé*. Take a day trip with the whole family and
Vars to Risoul through the forest, passing the shepherd's huts.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
19 - summit of chabrièreS
DISTANCE | 350m
TIME TO GO | 45min.

Damaged*. Short and accessible to all