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Tourism in Villar-d’Arêne

In the heart of the Hautes-Alpes department, the small village of Villar-d’Arêne seduces visitors with its authentic charm and the generosity of its landscapes. In this village you will enjoy a different pace of life.

Outdoor activities are numerous. Take out your mountain bike or your bicycle, put on your sneakers and crisscross the paths of the Southern French Alps. During your stay, you can also try your hand at other activities: horse riding, golf, tree climbing, via ferrata, rock climbing, paragliding, and more.

Influenced by the other Mediterranean countries and benefiting from a very generous climate, the culinary tradition of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur is a real tourist attraction.

Meet local producers, by visiting their farms directly, or at local markets.

By crisscrossing the roads of the Hautes-Alpes department, you can discover historical and tourist monuments such as churches, chapels, old houses, wash houses, and castles.

You can get in touch with the Tourist Office or check our website to discover activities to try out in the region. Nature, culture, aquatic or sports activities, hundreds of ideas are waiting for you. Are you planning to find accommodation in Villar-d’Arêne or near Villar-d’Arêne? Discover a wide choice of accommodation to spend your stay in the Hautes-Alpes department: bed and breakfast, hotels, campsites, etc.

The Southern French Alps in winter

The small family ski resort Villar d’Arène is perfectly suitable for children. It is also a real paradise for cross-country skiing, ski touring and snowshoeing enthusiasts. You will evolve in a spectacular atmosphere, at the foot of some of the highest peaks of the Massif des Écrins.

Écrins National Park

This mountain territory offers an incredible diversity of landscapes and territories. Hikers will be able to discover valleys and peaks by taking the various marked trails. Écrins National Park lends itself to the practice of many outdoor activities: mountain biking, climbing, via ferrata, rafting, canoeing, fishing and even swimming in several bodies of water! In winter, the snow offers new opportunities for skiing, dog sledding, snowshoeing, and more.

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