Interpretation trails | Vars: Hautes-Alpes ski resort

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Walking

You can explore the environment around you on our interpretation trails, where you’ll find a variety of signposts. Reading tables all along the way will reveal the secrets of the local fauna, the geological contours of the site, the history of pastoralism and the workings of artificial snow production.

Learning will be your real ally in understanding every step you take on this voyage of discovery.

Fauna and Flora

Discover the wild life of the animals and the different plant species that inhabit the Varsinc area. Find out more about their behaviour, their characteristics and their role in their natural habitat.

Pastoralism

Gain a better understanding of the history of pastoralism in Vars, traditional livestock farming practices and its impact on local culture.

Geology

From the formation of the mountains to the geological history of the area, you can see how the Varsinc region has evolved.

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Perfect for relaxing

Marmot well-being trail

Launched last summer at the summit of the Télémix de Chabrières, the Marmotte well-being trail offers a rejuvenating interlude at altitude! This easy 600-metre loop is the perfect way for you to find your balance, thanks to 5 workshops linked to the environment: meditation, yoga, or even a siesta in the heart of the mountains to refocus on yourself!

Departure point: Summit of the Chabrières Télémix
5 workshops: siesta zone (hammock) / listening zone (acoustic horn) / breathing zone / meditation zone / ying yang zone (yoga)
Length of trail: it’s up to you to take advantage of the different well-being zones!

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Themed routes

de Vars

380m D- / 20m D+Forêt des EscondusGreen level - Duration: 1h - 2.8km

Your starting point: Top of the Chabrières telemix

Arrival point: Foot of the Chabrières telemix

From the top of the telemix, head up towards the lake and turn right under the start of the Baby G2 ski lift at the top of the hairpin bends to reach the start of the interpretation trail. Here you can immerse yourself in the heart of Varsincque nature and discover the local flora and fauna.

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Thibaut Blais

194m D-Queen's PathLevel Blue - Duration: 2h - 3.8km

Your departure point: Chabrières telemix summit

Arrival : Col de Vars

At the top of the telemix, turn right around Lac de Chabrières and follow the yellow markings. Be careful, this route is shared with mountain bikers.

Return to Vars les Claux on foot via the Col de Vars itinerary (2/ 3.8km / 194m D-) or by free shuttle bus.

“The more we marvel at nature, the more it offers us its wonders”.

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The routes

du Val d'Escreins

D+ 180mTétras-Lyre trailGreen level - Duration: 1h15 - 1.2 km loop

Your departure point: the main car park of the Val d’Escreins reserve

You can get there from Les Claux by taking the free shuttle bus.

Take the path from the car park at the back of the reserve, then head to the right. A little further on, cross the bridge over the river “Rif Bel” and follow the purple markings.

The botanical guidebook for this trail is on sale at the tourist office. It lists all the species encountered and guides you on your walk.

D+ 110 mBotanical trail / Chalances hutGreen level - Duration 1h30 - 3.9 km

Your departure point: the main car park of the Val d’Escreins reserve

You can get there from Les Claux by taking the free shuttle bus.

Start the walk from the bottom of the reserve car park, take the forest track on the right, with the Rif Bel running off to your left, and follow the purple markings.

This walk can also be done in the opposite direction.

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