Mountain and winter sports Hautes-Alpes

Ceillac is an authentic village resort that doesn't try to compete with the big Alpine resorts by remaining "Ceillacool". However, you can enjoy all kinds of winter sports on slopes bordering the highest peaks in the Queyras. The ski area comprises 6 lifts, including 1 chairlift. Good snow cover is guaranteed from the plateau at 1,700 m, with exceptional panoramic views from the summit at 2,500 m. The Nordic ski area is not to be outdone, with 37 km of runs. Nearly 40 km of hiking and snowshoeing trails through the valley.

Located 7 km from Gap, at an altitude of 1,250 m, on the RN85 or "Route Napoleon", the Bayard plateau is a major sports and tourist attraction. In winter, 50 km of Nordic trails allow you to skate and classic ski all over the plateau. In the summer, two health courses of 3.5 km and 6 km surround the 18-hole golf course - par 72 of 6,025 m - which offers a real relaxing setting between forests and pastures. Catering and accommodation on site all year round.

Don't resist the call of the slopes! For downhill skiing, Vars is linked to Risoul by the Forêt Blanche ski area. Specialized in speed skiing and strong sensations, this natural resort is made for you. Vars is known for its speed skiing or KL with its Chabrières slope with many records. As part of the new snow sports movement, Vars is recognized as one of the best freeride spots with the mythical couloirs of the Eyssina chain.

Nestled at the foot of the Ecrins National Park, this resort is renowned for its sunshine and the diversity of its ski area. The Serre-Chevalier Nordic ski area crosses all the villages in the valley, offering the chance to discover magnificent runs, 10 km of which are dedicated to skating. During the summer season, Serre-Chevalier offers a variety of activities including a horse riding club, swimming pool, snowmobile excursions and hiking.

A magical site overlooking the lake of Serre-Ponçon in the heart of an immense larch forest. A ski area with beautiful slopes for experienced skiers and areas designed for beginners through the woods. In total, 100 km with 36 slopes, 17 lifts and 1 recent and well thought out snowpark. Numerous white activities - snowshoeing, tobogganing, paragliding, snow scooters - and many summer possibilities - hiking, mountain biking, SpeedLine... - when the heat crushes the shores of the Serre-Ponçon lake below.

In recent years, Risoul, in association with the Forêt Blanche ski area, has made its mark in the field of new snow sports. With 116 runs totalling 185 km, the area offers a wide variety of courses, including 7 snowparks, 2 boardercrosses, a renowned KL run, and two natural toboggan runs. Forêt Blanche is a welcoming destination for all skiers. Cross-country ski enthusiasts also have 17 km of marked trails at their disposal. In summer, white water sports await you on the Durance and Guil rivers.

Linked to the one of Molines, the ski area of Saint-Véran offers the largest area of Queyras. At this high altitude, the domain culminates at 2 830 meters, the snow is well present under a sun which allows us to enjoy splendid landscapes. Panoramic view with the emblematic Mont-Viso as a focal point. Descents on virgin slopes for freeriders or in the larch trees at your ease. 34 trails for all levels. 55 km of Nordic trails and itineraries.

This is the place of meeting on the snow front to know about the activities of the station. The Espace Partenaire is home to the tourist office of the tourist office, ski schools, the possibility of biking-biking, ski club, a medical office, a seminar space… the central and indispensable location of the station for all requests for information, it also has the elegance of wooden constructions.

The ski area of these two stations is interconnected and between 1 500 metres and 2 510 metres of altitude: 29 lifts, 60 tracks - 5 black, 16 red, 23 blue and 16 green - 100 km. There are more snow cannons - 80 between 1 500 m and 2 225 m -, a slalom stadium and a new glides - snow scoot and boardercross space. Also, on or near the premises, 80 km of trails for the cross-country and 20 km of trails for pedestrians. A beautiful swimming pool in SuperDévoluy open every afternoon from to. Upon reservation: sauna, steam bath and whirlpool.

At an altitude of 1,500 m, in a wild mountain setting, the village resort of Aiguilles-en-Queyras and the Haut-Guil valley offer a number of slopes to suit all levels. In Aiguilles, a play area with modules for beginners, play areas, a large Air Bag and an original toboggan run. For downhill skiing, head for Abriès and the Haut-Guil ski area (16 runs). For Nordic ski enthusiasts, there are trails leading to Abriès and Ristolas, the lookout point for Mont Viso. Free-riders are also in for a treat.

The "tele-feric" gondolas literally take us off, as we are offered a 2,150 m climb in 45 minutes to reach the summits! From La Grave, this exceptional and vertiginous equipment gives access to the high mountain with its two sections from 1,400 m to 2,400 m and from 2,400 m to 3,200 m. And two summit lifts lead to 3 550 m in winter. If the weather conditions do not prevent it, a connection is then possible in both directions with the big resort of Les Deux-Alpes. And if your technical level allows it, you will soon enjoy one of the largest off-piste skiing areas in Europe. A freerider's paradise. At 3 550 m, the view is exceptional: you can see the Ecrins National Park to the south-southwest, Italy to the east and finally the Mont-Blanc to the north! A breathtaking 360°. The direct itinerary of the 9 km long descent is accessible to skiers of average technical ability, but beware, it is an off-piste run, which implies professional guidance and good equipment. Good snowboarders and the best off-piste skiers have their own privileged spots, however, from the top of the cable car: les Vallons, Peyrou-d'Amont, brèche Pacave, col du Lac and refuge Chancel. In summer, at an altitude of 3,200 m, you can walk on the Girose glacier, a species in danger of extinction! A magical hike to do with a guide in complete safety.

Nestled in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes, Mush' and Co immerses you in the captivating world of sled dogs, offering both winter and summer activities for your year-round entertainment. In summer, you can visit the kennels and cuddle the dogs. During the winter months, you can take advantage of the enchanting scenery by booking baptisms, suitable for both sportsmen and families. What's more, you can venture into experiences such as cani-raquettes or discovery excursions.

Pelvoux-Vallouise is a pleasant village resort at the gateway to the Ecrins National Park. 6 lifts including 2 chairlifts, a vertical drop of 1,050 m, 18 runs including 1 lit for night skiing and 1 snowpark. Off-piste itineraries for experienced skiers and an ARVA/Park area, several ski touring spots, a toboggan run and a natural ice rink. The Vallouise cross-country ski area offers over 35 km of marked and groomed trails, stretching between several villages and along the Onde, Gyr and Gyronde torrents.

Polemik Park is the perfect place for you. The Ski ski resort and the Polemik association have been available for six years as a snow and an boardercross, accessible to all. Come and refine, discover the sense of freestyle or simply enjoy the right mood. Many modules are available, and a recreational area including music, picnic tables and barbecues has been set up.

Here is an easy loop to make in snowshoes from Ceillac. South facing, you will enjoy an ideal sunshine to enjoy, without freezing, the panorama on the village and the chain of Font Sancte. From the top of its 3385 m altitude, it is the culmination of the Régional Regional Natural Park. But do you know the geological origin of the Ceillac plain? It is, in fact, a former glacial lake filled by torrents of the torrents of Du and Cristillan. Huh eh? How, to spend outdoors always has an educational interest!

Tariff: free.

Distance: 2 km.

Duration: 1 p. m.

Difficulty: .

Special provisions: if you leave solo, we strongly recommend that you prevent the gendarmerie before leaving, specifying your itinerary.

If in winter, the motivation for exercise is not always at its peak, the racket presents itself as an ideal way to continue to spend outdoors, at less cost and with always as much pleasure. The hiking path we offer here begins in front of Ane's Pas, slightly below the Foot du Col (Hamlet of the Villar-d'Arena commune). It addresses all audiences, beginners as well as more knowledgeable. If you are discreet, perhaps you will see some chamoix. If not, you will only be able to admire the man's glacier, which on its own merits the move.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 5 km return.

Duration: 2 hours round-trip.

Difficulty: .

Special provisions: if you leave solo, we strongly recommend that you prevent the gendarmerie before leaving, specifying your itinerary.

A family resort that takes us to new heights in terms of skiing and snowboarding pleasure, with new features every year in an environment that is naturally protected from the wind and enjoys plenty of sunshine. The resort offers 35 slopes for a total of 75 km with a snowpark and a boardercross, all with a vertical drop of 1,550 m. Not to mention 3 illuminated runs for night skiing. But the Puy-Saint-Vincent ski area also has 35 km of cross-country ski trails and 20 km of pedestrian trails

In summer, you can take advantage of the chairlifts to climb to the top of the Aiguilles de Chabrières to admire the view of the Serre-Ponçon lake and refresh your ideas. In winter, Réallon becomes an authentic winter sports resort on the balcony above the Serre-Ponçon lake with 30 km of downhill ski runs, 25 km of cross-country ski runs. Exceptional 100% natural toboggan run - La Ripaa - which allows you to slide down 600 m of slope over 4 km of a specially equipped track (reservation recommended). Strong sensations guaranteed!