Must-do activities

Active in the mountains!

Here, we don’t count the days, we live them. In Vars, summer is all about freedom, discovery and shared fun. On one side, the toboggan run awaits you, ready to hurtle down the slopes at full speed. If that wasn’t enough of an adrenaline rush, head to the Vars Mountain Kart: a quirky contraption, part go-kart, part racing car, promising unforgettable descents. The thrills continue at the Vars Bike Park with, new for 2026, the Forêt Verte: an XXL mountain biking area linked to Risoul that promises some great escapes. Have all these thrills worked you up a sweat? Head for the outdoor pool, where you’ll be surrounded by the mountains.

Get your bearings while having fun, move around while being amazed

How about turning the mountains into a life-size exploration area? All you have to do is put on your trainers! The advantage? Orienteering trails aren’t just for compass experts. On the contrary, they’re the perfect opportunity to discover the mountains in a different way, with family or friends.

Departing from the Télémix at Chabrières, three easy routes (for 3-4 year-olds) turn walks into giant treasure hunts, ideal for learning to find your bearings while having fun. For the more experienced, two other routes departing from the Mayt chairlift offer a more challenging combination of strategy, map reading and breathtaking panoramas. And for lovers of the wilderness, head for the Val d’Escreins, our Little Canada varsinc, with three fun and educationaltrails for the whole family to discover.

There’s also a high-altitude sports trail around Lac de Chabrières. From slalom to double ladders, balance beams, giant steps and parallel bars, it’s all about movement, activity and breathing! Accessible to all, it’s the perfect place for an invigorating break!

Thanks to our passionate partners, you can enjoy a change of scenery every day.

One day, a guided hike to meet the marmots or to the panoramic ridges; the next, a wellness break, a climbing session, an accrobranche course or a via ferrata with the family. And why not try your hand at rafting, paragliding or a tennis lesson?