Vars is a ski resort located in the north of a larger ski area within the northern French Alps, counting many smaller communities and villages: Saint Marcellin, Sainte Marie, Sainte Catherine and Vars Les Claux. Both Risoul and Vars are parts of the ski region La Foret Blanche, which has altogether more than 185km (115 mi) of ski trails.
This winter sports region has, in addition, three well-facilitated snow parks for free stylers and for those aspiring to become ones.
A 10 km (6 mi) long well-tracked trail network for cross-country skiing is provided in all levels of difficulty.
