Foret Blanche Resort Facilities

There are first-class ski schools in the Foret Blanche region. At the Ecole du Ski Francais at Risoul many of the instructors are multilingual and offer expert tuition for skiers and boarders of all levels. At Vars, the Vars ESF is the main ski school. It offers basic skiing lessons to groups, tutoring in cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and private lessons.

 

Foret Blanche is a family-friendly ski resort. Parents can enjoy a well-deserved break occasionally by leaving their children with professional childcare staff at the creches and activity centres there.

 

Foret Blanche has a varied and interesting range of shops. At the modern shopping arcades pick up value-for-money goods, essentials and holiday souvenirs. And at the upscale stores, ski wear, leisure wear, designer clothing, and exquisite jewellery are all available to buy.  

 

At Foret Blanche there is a selection of fast food outlets, small cafes and family-friendly restaurants to choose from. The eateries cater for all tastes and budgets.  

 

The nightlife at Foret Blanche is low-key and relaxed. This is ideal for those seeking a family skiing holiday in France that includes pleasant evenings enjoying in-hotel entertainment or listening to some live music. A warm welcome is always extended to tourists at the stylish and traditional bars. And if you ever feel like dancing the night away in a lively disco or club, you’ll find that at Foret Blanche too.

 

At Foret Blanche you will find banks (with currency exchange), cashpoints, supermarkets, bakeries, a launderette, post office, tourist office, and a pharmacy.

 

There is an in-resort doctor and dentist at Foret Blanche. The nearest hospital is at Briancon.