Nestled in the heart of the majestic Southern Frenh Alps, the ski resort of Vars is home to the La Forêt Blanche ski area with more than 180km of ski slopes. The L'écrin de Vars residence is located at the foot of the slopes, close to the chairlifts, and gives direct ski-in/ski-out access. Perfect for making the most of the day on the slopes. Whether you are passionate about skiing, snowboarding, sledding or snowshoeing, you will find your ideal snowy playground here in Vars. In addition, you will be able to fully enjoy the lively atmosphere of Vars, with its shops, bars, restaurants and entertainment in the immediate vicinity.
Sports & leisure activities
- Fitness room
- Laundry facilities (extra charge)
- Ski lockers
Wifi
Outdoor (43 spaces) parking (1 space/accommodation)
Enjoy a dream ski holiday in the prestigious 4-star L'écrin de Vars residence housing 63 apartments. With 1 or 2 bedrooms sleeping 4 to 8 people, you will stay in spacious luxury apartments, with modern and elegant interiors. Each accommodation benefits from a comfortable living area. The equipped kitchen allows you to prepare delicious, hearty meals with ease. One or two bedrooms rooms welcome you, in an intimate and refined setting, for restful nights after fun-packed days up on the pristine slopes. You will discover a comfortable cocoon in the heart of the Southern French Alps !
Three 2 bedroom apartments with sleeping alcove for 8 people and one 2 bedroom apartment for 6 people have wheelchair access.
Ski area : Foret Blanche - Vars / Risoul
Minimum altitude : 1650 m - Maximum altitude: 2750 m
- 118 slopes, 185 km : 21 green, 45 blue, 42 red, 10 black
- 51 ski lifts
- Freestyle areas : 1 snowpark and 3 boardercross
With its 185 km of slopes, the « Foret Blanche » ski area, linking together the ski areas of Vars and of Risoul, is highly appreciated for the quality of its slopes and for its high-tech, modern network of snow canons guaranteeing snow all through the winter season.
The 118 slopes served by 51 ski lifts, promise hours of wonderful skiing whether you are a first-time skier or an expert skier. In Vars you have the possibility of trying night skiing on the floodlit slopes. There are also a variety of cross-country skiing circuits and paths for hiking and snow-shoeing.
Vars is also an extremely popular ski resort with free riders, by virtue of its narrow, snowy gullies, like the «Y», the «Funnel», the «Comma», the «Little Neck,» or the «Banana». The resort has 4 snowparks to satisfy all levels of snowboarders. The Varspark extends over more than 21 hectares with a boardercross and slalom courses. The Eyssina park is designed for fans of « slope style », whereas the Escondus park is a true delight for beginners and for “Jib” lovers (skiing without snow). For more advanced skiers, a “woodpark”, in the middle of the forest, enables you to snowboard on surfaces made entirely from local wood and stone.
Finally, those looking for an adrenalin rush will enjoy the challenge on the « Chabrieres » slope, with an altitude drop of 435 m and an inclination of up to 98%. This extremely steep descent is very often the scene of speed skiing records. You have the possibility of timing your descent and have this recorded for time immemorial, as you will receive a certificate at the bottom of the slope as proof ! Ready ?
During your ski holiday in Vars, in the Hautes Alpes, enjoy the many different activities offered in and around the ski resort :
- Snow-shoeing (half-day, full day or night-time)
- Well-being treatments
- Ice climbing
- Helicopter rides
- Paragliding
- Skating
- Speed riding
- Dog sleighing
- Snowscooter tours
- Paragliding
- Sledging, snake gliss
- Night-time skiing
- Cinema
- Games room
- Library, multimedia area at Vars Ste Marie
During your ski holidays in Vars in the Hautes Alpes, enjoy the many different activities offered by this ski resort in the Southern French Alps :
- The Queyras Regional Nature Park
- The Vars mountain pass
- Risoul
- Serre Ponçon
- The Montdauphin fortifications
- Guillestre
- Embrun
Conditions :
Price in Euros, per accommodation, per stay
Deposit to be paid on site on arrival
Deposit given back after inventory carried out
Check-in & check-out :
Check-in from 5pm.
In the case of late arrival please inform reception as soon as possible. You will be told the procedure to follow.
Check-out by 10am. Please leave the accommodation clean and tidy.
- Parking (1 space/accommodation)
- Access to fitness room
- Wifi
- Bed linen (beds made on arrival)
- Bathroom linen (hand towel and hand towel)
- Cleaning kit
- Ski lockers
Price guide only, subject to modification, to be paid on site
Extra Services:
- Laundry facilities
- Baby kit (cot, high chair, bath) : €10/day, €40/stay (pre-booking required)
- Pets* : €100/pet/stay (from 7 nights), €18/night (1-6 nights incl.)
*Please inform reception at time of booking. Please supply proof of ownership and up-to-date vaccinations. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times within the residence.
Please note :
- Pets not allowed
FORMALITIES :
• ID card or passport required for all guests (babies included). Drivers licence not valid.
• Please pay attention to your personal belongings and/or make use of the safe at reception (if applicable) during your stay. Odalys Vacances cannot be held responsible for damage or theft of personal belongings.
Because 1 week is never enough, Odalys Vacances offers you a 20% discount for your 2-week ski holiday*.
Offer valid on a selection of destinations and accommodation types dedicated to this offer for the summer 2025. Valid for all 2-week holidays in the same accommodation. Discount automatically shown at the time of booking.
See our latest additions and find your ideal summer holiday rental with family or friends
• Eating & drinking , onsite in your residence
- Breakfast service (extra charge) - Info coming soon
• Ideal location , at the foot of the slopes
Enjoy ski-in, ski-out access !
• Ski passes, preferential rates « Special Odalys »
Discounts up to 13% on ski passes by booking online with your accommodation (at the latest 5 days before arrival date). Free ski passes for children under 5 years old (photo ID requested). Offer cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions. Discounts valid on pre-bookings only.
• Ski school, learn to ski for less
Discounts up to 10% off the public price for group ski lessons (downhill skiing, Nordic skiing, Snowboarding in some resorts) for the 2024/25 ski season. Offer valid on pre-bookings only made at the latest 15 days before arrival date. Contact : info@esf-vars.com
• Ski equipment, book skis and snowboards with Odalys
Odalys special deals with our local partner offering discounts of 40-50% for full equipment packages (skis, ski poles, boots).
Book your holiday with Odalys and choose one of our insurance policies. Go on holiday with complete peace of mind !
More InfoFor almost all establishments, our « online check-in » service is now available : on arrival, no need to go via reception to check in !
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Use different payment methods, or even use our share payment option !
Book your holiday with Odalys and choose one of our insurance policies. Go on holiday with complete peace of mind !
Find out moreFor almost all establishments, our « online check-in » service is now available : on arrival, no need to go via reception to check in !
More InfoPay in 3 or 4 instalments !
Use different payment methods, or even use our share payment option !