La Forêt Blanche ski area
Lyžařský areál Vars - La Fôret Blanche
Fee required
Expansive ski area in the French Alps, connecting Risoul and Vars, known for diverse slopes, speed skiing, and family-friendly amenities.

📜 Expansive ski area in the French Alps, connecting Risoul and Vars.
🔍 Offers 185 km of pistes, reaching 2,750 m altitude, with diverse terrain for all levels.

Why Go

⛷️ Varied slopes for all skill levels, from gentle nursery slopes to challenging black runs and off-piste.
💨 Home to Europe's fastest speed skiing track in Vars, with world records over 250 km/h.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly resorts with dedicated kids' areas, snowparks, and non-skiing activities.
☀️ Enjoys a dry, cold climate preserving snow quality, with many sunny days.

Why Avoid

📉 Expert terrain is less extensive compared to beginner and intermediate options.

Tips

🚶 Explore 60 km of marked trails for walking and snowshoeing.
🎉 Enjoy concerts and events throughout the season, including the Outdoormix festival.
🍽️ Risoul offers over 30 restaurants, and Vars has many dining options.

Cost

💰 Daily ski pass €58.00.

Hours

🕒 Winter season: mid-December to early April, with early opening in December depending on snow. Summer season: July to August.

🧘 Wellness

Hammam, sauna, Nordic bath, and massages available in Vars.

⛸️ Activities

Ice skating, cinema, gym, Segways, quad-biking, paintballing, paragliding, snowmobiling.