

At the foot of the majestic Eyssina face, which sets the scene for a picture-postcard setting, Vars les Claux is the resort center.
From an altitude of 1,800 m to over 2,000 m, in the heart of a larch forest that gives it its name, “Forêt Blanche”, you’ll find the village spirit here, with all the services and entertainment of a major resort nearby.
Vars les Claux is the bustling heart of the ski resort: several ski departure points dot the village, which stretches along the D902 towards the Col de Vars. Perfectly integrated into its larch forest, the resort offers a whole range of activities and entertainment, as well as human-sized shopping arcades for the pleasures of shopping.
All kinds of shops are represented: restaurants, sports stores, grocery stores, and boutiques to satisfy your every whim.
Residences, chalets, hotels and apartments offer a wide range of accommodation to suit all budgets.
The different snow fronts ensure that the flow of skiers and pedestrians is evenly distributed, as are the hiking trails, with or without snowshoes, all the way to the Col de Vars. In the heart of the resort, you’ll also find the brand-new Caribou rail sled for a dose of thrills!
Planning your stay in Vars? Here are some ideas for accommodation, restaurants and activities to make your stay 100% successful!
A free shuttle service is provided by the commune of Vars to enable you to get around in and between the villages. This regular shuttle service gives you easy access to the villages and minimizes the use of your car during your stay.
Shuttle timetables will be available shortly. Stay tuned!
If your accommodation doesn’t have private parking, we recommend you park your car in one of the parking lots at Vars les Claux and take the free shuttle service.
As the tourist office building is undergoing renovation work, our information point has been moved to the Télémix snow front in temporary premises. Our tourist advisors are on hand to welcome you every day during the summer season, from July 5 to August 31, 2025.
Outside these dates, we welcome you Monday to Friday at the Vars Sainte-Marie tourist office.