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Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Open on 14 July from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Altitude, larch forests, Southern Alps sunshine: in Risoul, winter means freedom… and unpretentious enjoyment.
Friendly, sporty, and bathed in light: a resort that doesn’t try to overdo it.
Max altitude
2550 m
Domaine
Forêt Blanche
Trail
Around. 85 km
Total number of slopes
45
Risoul: winter with a Southern Alps & nature feel
What stands out first in Risoul is the pure Southern Alps air and the generous sunshine (with around 300 days a year). The village sits at about 1,850 m, nestled among larch trees, forests, and peaks rising up to 2,550 m—enough vertical for breathtaking turns and wide-open views. With the “La Forêt Blanche” ski area, Risoul links with Vars to offer around 185 km of slopes: a vast playground without losing its authentic charm.
Here, you ski through the trees, alternating gentle blues with more ambitious reds, and exploring a few blacks when adrenaline calls. The “family + sport” balance is clearly present:
As for the atmosphere, it’s understated, simple, yet lively: wooden and stone chalets, pedestrian streets, and sunny terraces after a day on the slopes. Far from the crowds—or at least in a more measured version than the flashy mega-resorts—Risoul embraces an authentic mountain spirit.
The result: you come for the skiing, you stay for the space and the charm. Risoul is “great outdoors” winter in the south, without compromising on enjoyment. Simple, generous, and full of warmth.

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Risoul in summer: escape in the heart of alpine forests
When the snow melts, Risoul in summer reveals a welcoming, green mountain landscape, with larch forests, scenic trails, and sunlit open spaces. An ideal destination to unwind, hike, and enjoy outdoor activities in a friendly atmosphere in the heart of the Southern Alps.
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