Risoul has some amazing skiing set amongst some spectacular scenery. It is part of the Domaine de la Foret Blanche with 185km of slopes and is linked to Vars.
Beginner Skiing Risoul ****
In the resort, there are special learner tows to nursery slopes that are nice and wide and as the resort is known for its sunshine it is a great place to learn. As the resort is quite compact you are never to far form the ski schools. Once the basics have been mastered the clos du Vallon chairlift will take you to some easy greens.
Intermediate Skiing Risoul *****
One of the best features of ski holidays in Risoul is that there is a great variety of blue and red runs both above and below the tree line. The longest piste in the resort is a long blue into Vars the Sainte-Marie is a staggering 8km long.
Advanced skiing Risoul ***
For experts, there are 10 black slopes with 8 on the Vars side and with fresh snow, there are some great bowls to enjoy.
Snowboarding Risoul *****
Risoul has one of the oldest, best-maintained and largest snowpark in the Alps and was used in the 2006 Winter Olympics to train on.