Les Claux: Ski Area, Trails and Diverse Experiences

Les Claux is the center of the Vars ski area and lies at the foot of the Eyssina rock face. The village combines winter sports with trails, activities and informative discoveries around Vars. When looking for a holiday apartment or other accommodation, it is therefore particularly useful to consider which activities you would like to make the focus of your stay.

Winter Sports and Trails around Les Claux

There are several starting points for skiing in Les Claux. The village stretches along the D902 toward the Col de Vars. The snow fronts of Les Claux also provide starting points for hiking and snowshoe trails, including routes toward the Col de Vars. This allows you to organize your days according to your interests, alternating between descents, winter trails and a more leisurely exploration of the surrounding area.

The Caribou toboggan run offers a special change of pace. It is 1,027 meters long and covers an elevation difference of 123 meters. The run is located in the heart of the ski area. Those looking for a more demanding alpine activity will find the start of the difficult ski touring route “La Trace de Sibières” in Vars les Claux. This route is 2.2 kilometers long and has an elevation difference of 325 meters. Take these details into account when planning your day and choose the activity that matches your own experience.

A reception and information office for guests is also located in Vars les Claux: the Vars les Claux Tourist Office is situated at an altitude of 1,850 meters. The municipality provides a free shuttle bus service for travel within and between the villages of Vars. This can be a practical consideration when choosing your accommodation if you would like to include different parts of the village and starting points during your stay.

Orienteering, Culture and Active Excursions

Orienteering in Vars les Claux comprises five courses with varying levels of difficulty. Three easy courses start at the upper station of the Télémix de Chabrières. Two courses for experienced participants start at the upper station of the La Mayt chairlift and are accessible from the age of 3 to 4. For families with children of different ages, this division provides various options without everyone having to choose the same course.

The “Le sentier de la reine” interpretation trail also combines physical activity with regional themes. Information panels present the history, geology and pastoralism of Vars. The trail also allows you to return on foot to Vars les Claux via the Col de Vars route. The “Sentier des heureux” hiking trail leads from the upper station of the La Mayt chairlift toward Vars les Claux.

For cyclists, the “All around Vars” mountain bike trail starts in Vars les Claux. The technical “Lumberjack” trail also starts there and is intended for experienced riders. If you would like to focus your stay more on mountain biking, orienteering or hiking trails, you can take these specific starting points into account when looking for a holiday apartment in Les Claux.

More Experiences for Shared Holiday Days

The Vars swimming pool is located at the Point Show in Vars les Claux. Indiana Forest is an adventure, high-ropes and zipline park with 20 courses for children and adults. This makes it possible to plan active days with different focuses: on the trails, in the ski area, on a bike or enjoying an activity that appeals to both children and adults.

More Destinations for Planning Your Trip

If you would like to compare other destinations in addition to Les Claux, you can expand your search to Giens, Camps-La-Source, Varages, Aups, Callas, Garéoult, Vins-Sur-Caramy and Grimaud.

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