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.
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 CASSETTESDISTANCE | 1040m
DURATION A/R | 1H15
Damé*. Family-friendly, open and sunny. Viewpoint over the resort and its villages.
DURATION A/R | 1H15
Damé*. Family-friendly, open and sunny. Viewpoint over the resort and its villages.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
2 - CHEMIN DU BARJODISTANCE | 780m
DURATION A/R | 1H15
DURATION A/R | 1H15
Damé*. Family-friendly, open and sunny. Viewpoint over the resort and its villages.
snowshoes only
3 - Path of the forestDISTANCE | 900m
DURATION A/R | 1H15
Difficult, ungroomed route. Poles recommended.
DURATION A/R | 1H15
Difficult, ungroomed route. Poles recommended.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
4 - refuge napoléon - via fontbonneDISTANCE | 2600m
DURATION A/R | 2H00
DURATION A/R | 2H00
Damaged*. Accessible to families
and sunny.
and sunny.
Shuttle: Refuge Napoléon Col de Vars
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
5 - refuge napoléon - via le fournetDISTANCE | 2500m
DURATION A/R | 2H00
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 fournetDISTANCE | 2500m
DURATION A/R | 1H30
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 VarsDISTANCE | 3000m
DURATION A/R | 2H00
DURATION A/R | 2H00
Groomed*. Family-friendly, sunny.
Highest viewpoint at the Col de Vars over the snow-capped Ubaye mountains.
Highest viewpoint at the Col de Vars over the snow-capped Ubaye mountains.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
8 - boucle de l'écuelleDISTANCE | 5000m
DURATION A/R | 4H30
DURATION A/R | 4H30
Damé*. For experienced walkers.
Please bring poles and suitable footwear.
Please bring poles and suitable footwear.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
9 - PeynierDISTANCE | 3700 m - D+273m
TIME PER ROUND | 3h
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 prisesDISTANCE | 5200m
TIME FEE | 2h
TIME FEE | 2h
Groomed*. Accessible to families.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
11 - Chemin de bois noirDISTANCE | 7000m
TIME PER ROUND | 4h30
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 circuitDISTANCE | 2000m
TIME RUN | 1h30
TIME RUN | 1h30
Damé*. Nature-lovers and contemplative types will love this trail, which offers postcard-perfect scenery.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
13 - circuit dE LA PinéeDISTANCE | 6000m
TIME PER ROUND | 3h30
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 facteurDISTANCE | 14070m
TIME FEE | 2h00
TIME FEE | 2h00
Not groomed. Suitable for families. Sunny in the morning.
Pedestrians only
15 - 3 villages circuitDISTANCE | 15600m
TIME PER ROUND | 2h30
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 flaouDISTANCE | 880m
TIME RUN | 1h00
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
ROUND TIME | 2h00
3/4 of the route is ungroomed.
Some tricky sections. Suitable for trained mountain walkers.
Some tricky sections. Suitable for trained mountain walkers.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
18 - vars-risoulDISTANCE | 5950m
TIME FEE | 2h00
TIME FEE | 2h00
Damé*. Take a day trip with the whole family and
Vars to Risoul through the forest, passing the shepherd's huts.
Vars to Risoul through the forest, passing the shepherd's huts.
PEDESTRIANS & SNOWSHOES
19 - summit of chabrièreSDISTANCE | 350m
TIME TO GO | 45min.
TIME TO GO | 45min.
Damaged*. Short and accessible to all