Land of Trail

The Vertical Kilometer

Length: 6km / Altitude gain: 931m

Departing from the Vars Sainte Marie chairlift, this route takes you through forests and alpine meadows to the majestic Razis summit, offering exceptional views over the Vars valley.

The Col de Vars

Length: 13km / Altitude gain: 615m

Starting from Vars les Claux, this trail follows the route of the Col de Vars over the surrounding peaks. To return to the resort before the end of the loop, you’ll find an escape route at km 8. The 15km loop offers a wide variety of terrain.

The Tour des Villages

Length: 3.656km / Elevation gain: 182m

This route offers a gentle tour of the villages of Vars. Beautiful buildings, sundials and fountains will be your travelling companions on this introductory trail, which is accessible to all.

In order to best adapt to the mountain environment, you first need to choose the right shoes for the terrain: you’ll be going up or down, on dry or wet trails, with or without pebbles, it can slip or skid… In this case, the choice of soles is very important. In Vars, you’ll find professionals who can help you choose the right pair for your needs.

And then, as with any hike, you need to think about water, a small snack and, for some, poles for the climbs, or even a survival blanket. Here, too, you’ll find professionals in Vars to advise you on the various equipment options available for running light and without constraints.