Snowshoeing in the Queyras Regional Natural Park
Nearby 4 hrs
Discover tranquil winter landscapes on guided snowshoeing excursions.
Where to stay
Hotels in Vars
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At a glance
Climate
Alpine
Languages
French and English
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Les Claux
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Service included, small tip for excellent service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
80 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Raclette
Tartiflette
Fondue
Genepi
When to visit Vars
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: February
Busiest: Dec-Mar
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Jan90
Cold, snowy, ideal skiing
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Feb95
Deep snow, busy, cold
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Mar85
Spring skiing, sunnier
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Apr40
Snow melts, transition
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May30
Mild, hiking starts
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Jun50
Warm, hiking, biking
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Jul60
Warmest, summer activities
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Aug60
Warm, popular for hiking
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Sept50
Cooler, autumn colors
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Oct30
Chilly, pre-winter
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Nov40
First snow, quiet
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Dec80
Snow arrives, festive
Things to do in Vars
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Dog Sledding Experience
Nearby 1.5 hrs
Embark on a unique dog sledding adventure through snowy trails.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Ice Skating at the Outdoor Rink
Les Claux 2 hrs
Enjoy a fun ice skating session at the resort's outdoor rink.
Paragliding over the Alps
Nearby 1.5 hrs
Soar above the stunning alpine peaks for an unforgettable aerial view.
Best in the evening
1 place
Après-Ski at a Mountain Bar
Les Claux 3 hrs
Experience the lively post-ski atmosphere with drinks and music.
Any time of day
1 place
Skiing and Snowboarding in Vars-Risoul
Les Claux 6 hrs
Explore vast interconnected slopes across the Vars-Risoul ski domain.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Vars
Straight-line distance from the centre of Vars.
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