Vallée des gaves - Argelès

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from Lourdes
to gavarnie
FEEL THE INTENSIT Y
OF THE PYRENEES!
T H E G AV E S VA L L E Y S' M A G A Z I N E
2015 – 2016
Col d'Aubisque
1709 m
Arbéost
L’O
G a ve d e
Ferrières
Asson
Nay
Gaillagos
Peyrouse
G a ve d e P a u
Ayzac-Ost
Ouzous
ArcizansDessus
Sireix
Adast
Argelès-Gazost
Lau-Balagnas
Arras-en-Lavedan Lau-Balagnas
ArcizansAvant
St-Savin
Sère-enLavedan
Gez
Mont de Gez
Les 3 Sapins
Salles
o ns
L e B e rg
Ger
Lugagnan
Vier-Bordes
Beaucens
Préchac
Ayros-Arbouix
St-Pastous
Boô-Silhen
Artigues
Ourdon
Gazost
Cheust
Juncalas
Station de ski
du Hautacam
Germs-surl’Oussouet
Col de la Croix-Blanche
820 m
OurdisCotdoussan
Arrodets
ez-Angles
Ossunez-Angles
Arrayou-Lahitte
Gez-ez-Angles
In the mountains we must always be careful,
so make sure you check the weather forecast
before heading out and take appropriate
equipment with you. Do not over estimate
your capabilities and always tell someone
where you plan to go.
112 Emergency Number
+33(0)5 62 92 41 41 Mountain Rescue
08 99 71 02 65 Mountain Weather
Lakes
Pyrenees National Park Maisons
Departure points for the ways of discovery
Tourist Sites
Information Points
Thermal Spas and Relaxation Centres
Cross Country Ski Resorts
Downhill Ski Resorts
Midi-Pyrénées Major Sites
Entrances to the Pyrenees National Park
Mont Perdu area offers an exceptional, cultural
landscape and combines scenic beauty with a
socio-economic structure that has its roots in the
past.
It illustrates a way of life in the mountains that has
become rare in Europe.
Bagnères-de-Bigorre
Escoubès-Pouts
Paréac
Sère-Lanso
Les Angles
St-Créac
Pic du Jer
Ousté
Berbérust-Lias
Geu
Viger
Ossen
Bourréac
Julos
ArcizacLézignan ez-Angles
Jarret
Lourdes Lourdes
Bartrès
Adé
Tarbes
Toulouse
Aspin-enLavedan
Agos-Vidalos
Porte des Vallées des Gaves
Pibeste
1349 m
Ségus
Omex
Lac de
Lourdes
Loubajac
Barlest
This site also represents a pastoral landscape
which reflects the agricultural way of life that was
once widespread in the mountainous regions
of Europe. It allows us exceptional insight
into European society of long ago through its
landscape of villages, farms, fields, mountain
pastures and mountain roads. The Gavarnie/
Poueyferré
MASSIF DU PIBESTE AOULHET NATURAL
RESERVE
St-Pé-de-Bigorre
Col de Couraduque
1367 m
Col de Spandelles
1378 m
Grottes
de Bétharram
Pau
Bordeaux
Pau
Bordeaux
This outstanding mountain landscape, which
spans across both sides of the border between
France and Spain, is centered on the peak of Mont
Perdu, a limestone massif that rises to 3,352 m.
The site includes two of the largest and deepest
canyons in Europe on the Spanish side and three
spectacular cirques on the French side.
Gavarnie - Mont Perdu ,
Unesco World Heritage Site
Espace
Nordique du
Val d'Azun
uz
om
Luz-Ardiden
1720 m
Natural Reserves
Pyrenees National Park
Streams & Rivers
Border
Routes
Lac d’Estaing
P
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0
A
Lac d’Ilhéou
R
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Ci
Station de ski
Cauterets
Va
ain
Estaing
Col des Bordères
1156 m
Arrens-Marsous
Pic Cambalès
2965 m
The Gaves Greenway
Cols
Villages
Balaïtous
3144 m
Lac de Migouélou
Va l
lé e
Barrage du Tech
Grand Gabizos
2692 m
Col du Soulor
Col d'Aubisque
Col du Soulor
Gourette
1474 m
Laruns
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du
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Va
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d’
Ar
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d 'E
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Ga
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st
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Cabaliros
2334 m
Cambasque
1350 m
N
A
Lac de Gaube
5 km
S
3298 m
Uz
T
Cauterets
Va l
A
3144 m
Le Taillon
G
Col des Tentes
2208 m
L
N
C irq
Viey
Pic du
Bergons
2801 m
Gédre
Pragnères
u e d e G av
3248 m
E
Marboré
ar
D E S
Mont Perdu
3355 m
C irq u
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P Y
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C ir
E
Héas
Pic de
Néouvielle
E
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Lac Cap-de-Long
que de Tro u m
3192 m
Pic Long
Lac d’Aumar
Lac d’Aubert
3091 m
Col du Tourmalet
2115 m
3133 m
Pic de
la Munia
o
Lac Orédon
RÉSERVE NATURELLE
DU NÉOUVIELLE
La Mongie
Campan
Station de ski
Grand-Tourmalet
2877 m
Pic de Midi
de Bigorre
Lac d’Oncet
Pont de
la Gaubie
st a n
N
Le B a
Le Lienz
Barèges
Lac Bleu
Lac des Gloriettes
e d ’E s t
Luz-St-Sauveur
Betpouey
Sers
Lac d’Isaby
Viella
Esterre
EsquièzeSère
Vizos
Hautacam
Col de Tramassel
1617 m
GavarniePiméné
Saugué
Sassis
Station de ski
Gavarnie-Gèdre
so u e
A
d ’O s
N
lé e
2988 m
Pic d’Ardiden
Lacs de l’Ardiden
Station de ski
Luz Ardiden
Sazos
Saligos
Chèze
Grust
Viscos
Ortiac
Villelongue
Artalens-Souin
Luz-Ardiden
1720 m
Pic de
Viscos
2141 m
Soulom
Pierrefitte-Nestalas
Pont d’Espagne
1460 m
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The seasons, landscapes,
mountains, streams and even
villages are adorned with unique
and different appearances. The
light is ever changing and the
charming atmosphere seems almost
suspended out of time ... whilst
everything else happens elsewhere
at full speed.
Allow yourself to be transported
into the pyrenean universe of
the Gaves Valleys: the rhythm
of the summer sun, the sound of
the cowbells and the sweet smell
of the flowers or even the mild
winter weather and its hushed
atmosphere, both delicate and
magical. Discover the blooming
of the mountain in the spring, the
footsteps of men and their herds
climbing to their summer pastures
or the riches of a traditional
autumn where encounters are as
intense as the purity of the air atop
the peaks.
The Gaves Valleys are undoubtedly
the jewel of the Pyrenees since they
are home to both some of the most
prestigious sites such as Gavarnie,
Lourdes, Cauterets and the Pic
du Midi de Bigorre, but also some
more intimate places where a rich,
preserved nature is proposed to
all who visit. Of course men still
live in these incredible mountains.
So what are you waiting for?
Why not dive into the world of the
Pyrenees?
Start creating your memories here!
Contents
1. VIVRE UNE EXPÉRIENCE : LA MONTAGNE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.6
— les espaces naturels protégés
2. RANDONNÉES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.10
— top 10 lacs & torrents
— à couper le souffle
— la montagne dans l'assiette
3. MAGIE DES PYRÉNÉES LA NUIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.16
4. GRANDS SITES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.18
— Lourdes
— Gavarnie, pays des cirques
— Cauterets, le pont d'Espagne
— Le Pic du Midi
5. ALTAMONTA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.22
— nos plus beaux cols
— évènements
6. BIEN-ÊTRE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.26
7. NEIGE & SKI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.28
— les stations
— plaisirs d'hiver
8. EN PRATIQUE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.38
DIRECTION
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des Vallées des Gaves
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contact@plvg.fr
RÉDACTIONNEL
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GRAPHISME
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IMPRESSION
RSI
CRÉDITS PHOTOS
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OT du Grand Tourmalet ;
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Station du Hautacam ; Paddy
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Jean-François Graffand
fact sheet
GAVES VALLEYS
From the valley’s foothills to the highest
summits over 3 000 m
—
HIGHEST PEAK
Vignemale 3298 m
—
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE
Gavarnie
—
� UNIQUE VALLEYS
— Pays de Lourdes
— Valley of Argelès-Gazost
— Pays Toy
— Cauterets
— Val d’Azun
—
4 CONSERVED NATURAL
— Pyrenees National Park
— Pibeste- Aoulhet Regional Natural
Reserve
— Néouvielle Natural Reserve
— 14 Nature 2000 sites
—
RICE
1 Site classé Réserve Internationale
de Ciel Etoilé du Pic du Midi de Bigorre
6
The Gaves Valleys' Magazine
1. LIVE THE MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE
A
LIVE THE
MOUNTAIN
EXPERIENCE
The mountain itself is an
experience, it discovers, feels,
observes, lives. With every season
you discover different landscapes
and amazing atmospheres. The
mountain is also an encounter
with culture, with men, those who
live in the mountains and those
who shape them.
A
Photograph
a marmot
B
See the mountain
night sky
C
Climb over
3,000 metres
above sea-level
D
E
Fall asleep on the mountain
The diversity of activities and
sites for all tastes allows everyone
to discover these people and
landscapes in abundance in the
Gaves Valleys. As a family, alone
or as a couple, one thing is sure,
that you will definitely find your
happiness !
UNMISSABLE
Taste the joys
of the white water
C
7
B
D
E
8
1. LIVE THE MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE
Trip in the Pyrenees
National Park
Created in 1967, the Pyrenees National Park extends from West to East,
from the Aspe Valley to the Aure Valley. On the Spanish side of the
mountains, the park is continued on by the Ordesa National Park and
the Mont Perdu (Lost Mountain). The National Park is full of fabulous
landscapes as well as exceptional plant and wildlife. In addition to
priding itself on its protection missions, its knowledge and monitering
of the natural and cultural heritage, the National Park has made
welcoming all members of the public one of its main priorities. In each
valley, the National Park Maisons offer you information
To find out more about
outings accompagnied by
a ranger or our projection
evenings, head to one of the
National Park Maisons :
Arrens-Marsous
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-43-13
Cauterets
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-52-56
Gavarnie
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-42-48
Luz-Saint-Sauveur
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-38-38
CONTACT
www.parc-pyrenees.com
pyrenees.parc.national@
espaces-naturels.fr
ACCESS
Entrance to the Pyrenees
National Park (see map).
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CONSERVED
NATURAL
SPACES
The Pibeste- Aoulhet
Natural Reserve
The Pibest Natural Reserve, created in 1994, prides itself on being
the largest Regional Natural Reserve in France with a surface area
of 5000 hectares. Discover this natural and unique space in the
heart of the Pibeste massif. Due to its geographic situation, at
the convergence of mountain, oceanic and mediterranean climatic influences, it can introduce you to a great diversity of plant
and wildlife : over 850 plant species, 22 birds of prey including the
Egyptian Vulture , the reserve’s emblem, and several large mammals like the Cosican mountain sheep...
Paths for walkers and hikers allow visitors to discover the heritage
of the Natural Reserve.
For more information on the
Natural Reserve and its events
programme, here’s how to
contact us :
CONTACT
www.rnr-pibeste-aoulhet.com
accueil@rnr-pibeste-aoulhet.com
Tél: +33 (0)5-62-97-14-55
Access : exit «Porte des Vallées
des Gaves», 7 minutes after
Lourdes going towards ArgelèsGazost
Sites Natura 2000
Natura 2000 is a vast network of European
natural sites presenting challenges in terms
of biodiversity. Its goal is to maintain, or in
some cases restore, the biological richness
of the environment, taking man's actions
into account. No fewer than 14 Natura 2000
sites bear witness to the richness of the Gaves
Valleys' natural heritage.
More informations on
www.valleesdesgaves.com
The Néouvielle
Natural Reserve
Created in 1935, the reserve covers 2313 ha
which climb from 1800 to 3091 metres above
sea-level. The granite Néouvielle massif is
remarkable for its number of lakes and its
diverse landscapes. Here, you can see izards,
partridges, marmots, you can admire the lakes
and summits and why not spend a night in one
of the many mountain refuges?
Maps are available in the
Barèges Tourist Office.
CONTACT
Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-16-00
Refuges on page 36
ACCESS
Entrance to Barèges : head
towards Tourmalet, Pont de la
Gaubie (see map)
10
Take your time to admire the
landscape, otherwise it only
takes 20 minutes to reach
the lake.
ascesion level :
very easy + 65 m
2. TOP 10 RANDONNÉES
Suyen lake
— Val d'Azun
1 535
Effortless
Departure :
car park font of National Park
House (Plan d'Aste)
Map IGN
Ref. 1647OT, 1647OTR
M
This first "high mountain" lake is situated
in the Pyrenees National Park and is easily
accessible for the whole family. The path
gently climbs through the trees, and the lake
lies calmly in a clear and beautiful setting.
This is the ideal site for a family outing and
you can continue up to the waterfall and the
Doumblas cabin.
Top 10 Lakes and Streams
SECURITY ADVICE
These walks are of course
suggestions. Under no
circumstances can the author
be held responsible in the
event of an accident or a
change in the conditions
surrounding the walks
described above.
WEATHER
Tel : +33 (0)-892-680-265
(1,35 €/ to call + 0,34€/m)
www.meteofrance.com
Five-day forecast for the
Pyrenean Mountain chain.
d’Embarrat
lake
— Cauterets
2 447
M
WALKS
EMERGENCY/RESCUE
SERVICES
Emergency Number : 112
Mountain Rescue :
+33 (0)5-62-92-41-41
SOME PRACTICAL
INFORMATION
• Make sure you have good
walking shoes and take
clothes adapted to the
weather conditions.
• To avoid getting sun burnt,
cover up and protect yourself
with sun cream.
The Embarrat Lakes are a succession of lakes
suspended above the Marcadau Valley. The
ultimate mountain setting: clear lakes with
a backdrop of granite. Each lake reflects
relaxation. However the view of these lakes
must be earned; they are accessible to wellequipped, experienced hikers.
After the Cayan plateau, turn right and follow
the steep path towards the Embarrat Lakes.
This is the hardest part of the walk. You will
reach the Embarrat lakes (two lakes at 2,078
metres and 2,139 metres above sea-level), the
Pourtet lake at 2,420 metres, and the Nère
lake at 2,309 metres, this all with a splendid
view over the Vignemale. The descent which
follows takes you down to the Wallon refuge
and then onto the Pont d'Espagne via the basic
route.
• So as not to get dehydrated,
take water with you and drink
regularly.
• In a storm, do not take shelter
under trees, nor on peaks or
rocky ridges. Keep away from
any metal.
• Make sure you have a precise
map : minimum 1/50000,
1/25000 off trail.
• If you head out alone, tell
someone about your route
or leave a note in your car
or at the place where you’re
staying.
8h30 Round trip
ascension Level
+ 1 141 m
Difficult
Parking in the Pont d’Espagne
car park (paid car park)
departure : Pont d’Espagne
(paid car park)
MAP IGN
Ref. 1647OT, 1647OTR
11
2 195
2 317
M
M
Espécières lake
— Gavarnie
la Bernatoire
lake
— Gavarnie
The Especières Lake is a small
lake a twenty-minute walk from
the Col de Tentes car park. It is
a very easy walk which can be
enjoyed with the whole family,
including young children who
walk very little. The col des
Especières can be reached from
the lake and offers a beautiful
view across the Spanish side of
the mountain.
s
1h00 Round trip
Effortless
very Easy
Departure : Col de
Tentes car park
Map IGN
1748OT, 1748OTR
A superb lake nestled in the
heart of a crater, on the Spanish
side of the border. This lake
lies like a precious stone at the
bottom of the Bernatoire Valley.
Every year in July, hundreds of
Spanish cows cross over a small
gap in the mountains from the
Spanish side to come and graze
on French pastures, a legacy of
the Lies et Passeries treaty: an
agreement between the rural
communities of the Aragon
valleys and the Lavedan. Like
a sort of perpetual peace treaty
between rural communities,
these agreements govern the
use of wood, water and pasture.
Your walk will be defined by
several marmot observation
stops. Marmots are practically
tame in this valley!
3h00 Round trip
ascension Level
+ 235 m
5h00 Round trip
ascension Level
+ 532 m
Average
Departure : Barrage
d’Ossoue (Ossoue Dam)
MAP IGN
1748OT, 1748OTR
Leaving from the Ossoue
Dam, take the footbridge
onto path GR10 leading to
the Lourdes cabin, then take
the unmarked path which
leads you up to the col de la
Bernatoire.
Gaube lake
— Cauterets
Average Difficulty
Departure : Pont
d’Espagne (paid car
park)
Map IGN 1647OT,
1647OTR
Bar/refreshments
available by the lake.
Tel : +33 (0)6 74 51 56 28
The Gaube Lake is one of the great classics of our valleys. Indeed when
you are in front of this superb lake, you can also admire the north face
of the Vignemale, the highest summit in the French Pyrenees reaching
3,298 metres above sea-level. The climb from the Pont d'Espagne is
equally wonderful; you will weave your way through the pine trees and
granite blocks, occasionally catching a glimpse of the exquisite maze of
streams below.
Note that a chairlift leaving from the Pont d'Espagne is available to
take you up to the level of the lake (it is possible to purchase one-way or
return tickets - see page 38 ).
1 725
M
12
2 041
M
Eths Coubous
lake
3h30 Round trip
— Grand Tourmalet
ascension Level
+ 503 m
Average difficulty
This is an easily accessed walk from the magnificent
Aygue Cluze valley to the gateway into the Néouvielle
Natural Reserve. The landscape is a succession of small
plateaus interwoven with clear water streams, granite
blocks, and pine trees dotted along the hillside. There
are several possible ways to do a round trip (Lac d'Ets
Coubous, Col de Tracens, ...). You can push yourself right
up to the Col de Madamette where you can admire the
slopes of the Néouvielle Reserve in the Aure Valley.
This lake is curled up under
the majestic Pic du Midi.
After a gradual and effortless
climb in the valley of Oncet, a
breathtaking view of the peak
and its observatory is revealed
to you. The herds of sheep and
llamas… will animate your hike.
Map IGN 1748 OT
Gavarnie-Luz SaintSauveur (1/25 000)
2 041
M
2h30 Round trip
ascension Level
+ 350 m
easy
Departure : by a hairpin
bend on the D 918
(corner in Toue), near
the Col du Tourmalet, 1
km before.
Map IGN
1647OT, 1647OTR
Cette randonnée facile et familiale
peut être faite sur un aprèsmidi, elle permet de découvrir
le lac d'Isaby et ses sommets
environnants. Le départ se fait
depuis le col de la Moulata,
ou le haut de la station de ski
du Hautacam. Laisser sur la
gauche le sentier qui monte vers
la Hourquette d'Ouscouaou et
prendre à droite celui qui descend
vers Isaby. Retour par le même
itinéraire.
Departure : Pont de la
Gaubie (3 km before the
Col du Tourmalet)
Oncet lake
—G
rand Tourmalet
2h00 Round trip
ascension Level
+ 200 m
très facile
Départ :
Parking de la station
de ski du Hautacam
(Tramassel)
Carte IGN. 1647
ET - Lourdes/ArgelesGazost/Le Lavedan
Isaby lake
— Hautacam
1 680
M
13
1 668
M
Gloriettes
lake
— Gèdre
The lac des Gloriettes is a big lake with a dam located at the entrance
to the Cirque d'Etaubé, one of the cirques registered as a UNESCO
Heritage Site. This cirque is crowned by the 3,344 metre high peak of the
Mont-Perdu. It is possible to reach the top of the dam by car. Getting to
the lake thus requires only a few minutes walk.
It is also possible to get round the lake on foot. In order to do this, you
mustn't go towards the lake but in fact take the small path which climbs
up away from the last car park on the opposite side from the dam.
Follow this path up and it will lead you to a dominant position, from
which you will have a beautiful view of the lake. You can then walk
around the lake on the left and cross a footbridge to leisurely reach the
dam and thus the starting point of the hike.
1h30 (tour)
Effortless
Very easy
Departure : Barrage des
Gloriettes (Gloriettes
Dam)
Map IGN
1748OT, 1748OTR
1 207
M
Tech lake
— Val d'Azun
Located at 1,207 metres above sea-level, the
Lac du Tech is an ideal place for observing
nature and herds of sheep, indeed it stands at
a gateway to the Pyrenees National Park and is
greatly appreciated and enjoyed by fishermen
and walkers alike. An route with interactive
terminals is available to everyone, allowing
families with buggies and prams or people
with reduced mobility to enjoy the site.
1h00
very easy: accessible to
buggies /people with
reduced mobility
F
g
14
Breathtaking
The plateau de Saugué
— col du Portillou — Gèdre
From Lourdes, take the
dual carriageway and
follow signs to Gavarnie.
After Gèdre, take a right,
signposted plateau du
Saugué, and follow the
signs.
Continue to the Saugué
barns, and park on the
roadside.
MAP IGN Top 25 :
1748OT : Gavarnie - LuzSaint-Sauveur - Parc
National des Pyrénées
2h45
ascension Level +350 m
easy
Departure : village of
Gavarnie
MAP IGN
Top 25 1748
OT : Gavarnie - LuzSaint-Sauveur - Parc
National des Pyrénées
Ascent : 3h00
Go down : 1h45 (25 min
from Luz)
Difficulty: Challenging
from Cauterets; Easy
from Luz Ardiden
Departure : Cauterets or
Luz Ardiden (Béderet)
Map IGN TOP 25 : 1647
OT - Vignemale/Ossau/
Arrens/Cauterets/PNP
The plateau de Saugué above Gèdre offers
an opportunity to discover picturesque local
barns and affords a superb panoramic view
of the Cirque de Gavarnie peaks. It is a very
beautiful plateau that is accessible by car. It is
thus easy to walk around the wide track that
crosses the plateau de Saugué. Pretty barns
and a superb view of the cirque de Gavarnie
will serve to embellish the walk. A walk on the
plateau (on foot or on the road with a buggy) or
a hike to the Col du Portillou for hikers (count
3.75 hours round trip up to the Col).
The plateau de Bellevue
— Gavarnie (1 700 m)
The plateau de Bellevue lives up to its name because it offers a
magnificent panoramic view over the cirque de Gavarnie and its great
waterfall. It's an easy walk to do from the village of Gavarnie and you
can extend it to the Soldat cabin, or even up to the Col de Tentes. It is
located at slightly under 1,700 metres above sea-level and gives you the
opportunity to enjoy the view of the Cirque de Gavarnie and its summits
of over 3,000 metres, in particular the Pic du Taillon.
Col de Riou
— Luz Saint-Sauveur — Cauterets (1 949 m)
This mountain pass links up the Luz Saint-Sauveur Valley, the Pays Toy,
and the valley of Cauterets, and it offers beautiful views of both the
mountain chain and the plain. This walk can be climbed by both slopes.
The route leaving from Cauteret is a more challenging walk : it starts in
the undergrowth and climbs up to the mountain pastures. The one from
Luz starts from the ski resort Luz Ardiden (Béderet). The route on both
sides follows the famous GR10 (marked out in white and red).
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Staying in the Pyrenees is not only an intense holiday, it is also
meeting a whole culture, know-how, and authenticity which is
both conveyed and treasured by its inhabitants. A new concept of
«sustainable» holidays involves consuming the area’s heritage by
buying local products, understanding the local life by observing the
architecture of the barns and the villages, learning about the local
people by asking a shepherd about his life and work, in short, being in
contact with other people and discovering mankind.
THE MOUNTAIN
ON A PLATE
Our pride & joy (among others)
INFORMATION
AOP Barèges-Gavarnie
Tel: +33 (0)5-62-92-32-16
www.aop-bareges-gavarnie.com
DIARY
• Shepherd festival –
Bareges
on 15th august
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
• Not to be missed : the 04/08
cheese discovery evening.
Tel: +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
www.valdazun.com
L’ AOP BARÈGES-GAVARNIE (CONTROLLED DESIGNATION
OF ORIGIN)
For as long as man can remember, shepherds from the valley have
driven their herds following the rhythm of the seasons and the local
natural resources. During the summer, the herds move around in
total liberty in order to make the most of the best grass offered up by
the mountains. In return, their grazing preserves the quality of the
landscapes. It’s precisely this plant and wildlife of the high mountains
that brings the succulent flavour to the meat from Barèges-Gavarnie. In
the autumn, they decend between 1,000 and 1,800 metres of altitude
to graze in the prairies around their own barns. During the winter, in the
sheepfolds at the bottom of the valley, betwee 600 and 1,000 metres
above sea-level, the animals feast on hay and grains harvested the
previous summer. And in the spring, they head back up to the barns and
rediscover, under the fresh, new sun, the first grass shoots of spring.
A sheep found nowhere else in the world!
Over the centuries in this valley, one of the highest of the Gaves Valleys,
man has succeeded in breeding a race of sheep which is perfectly
adapted to its territory: the Baregeoise. Rustic, fine-boned, with a
perfect fleece, it resists the harsh mountain climate and is sure-footed
on some of the more difficult to access terrain.
THE LOCAL CHEESE FROM THE VAL D’AZUN
The Val d’Azun, located in the heart of the Pyrenean Mountinas, is
characterised by its emblematic landscapes shaped by its agriculture.
It’s an area which is traditional for producing the Pyrenean tomme:
cheese made from cows’ milk, ewes’ milk, goats’ milk or a mixture
thereof. For twenty-five years, the cheese producers have been taking
action in order to modernise their production tools and their commerce.
This mobilisation of the local farmers has accumulated today in a
mutual desire to mark the identity of the tomme which comes from the
farms in the Val d’Azun.
the markets
MONDAY
MORNING
• Luz-Saint-Sauveur
TUESDAY
MORNING
• Argelès-Gazost
WEDNESDAY
MORNING
•B
arèges (only in the
summer season)
•M
ercredi de 16h à 20
h (l’été uniquement)
Rencontre des
producteurs du Val
d’Azun – ArrensMarsous
•T
ous les mercredis
du 22/07 au
26/08 : marché
des producteurs à
Hautacam de 10h
à 17h
• Saint-Pé de Bigorre
THURSDAY
MORNING
• Lourdes
FRIDAY MORNING
• Cauterets : open
market with local
produce (from may
to october)
SATURDAY
MORNING
• Lourdes. Marché
toute l’année.
• Pierrefitte-Nestalas.
night market 29/07
and 19/08.
SUNDAY
MORNING
• Arrens-Marsous
(only in the summer
season)
Farm visits
ENCOUNTERS
IN THE SUMMER
PASTURES
You will find yourself
led towards Baptiste,
a young shepherd
who will tell you
about his job.
CONTACT
Maison du Val d'Azun
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
www.valdazun.com
BON’AIR FARM LOURDES
With the certified
label "bienvenue
à la ferme", this
welcoming park
allows you to find
out about the farm
animals and barnyard
CONTACT
Route de la Forêt
Tel : +33 (0)6-74-68-09-25
CASCADES FARM
– SAZOS (PAYS
TOY)
Visits to the farm or
the summer pastures;
educational visits
available.
CONTACT
Tel : +33 (0)6 18 90 29 59
ferme.des.cascades@wanadoo.fr
www.fermedescascades.fr
A SHEPHERD FOR A DAY – GÈDRE (PAYS
TOY)
Discover a young breeder who shares his life
and his love for his work and his sheep with
anyone who is interested. On the magnificent
Saugué plateau, before a giant panoramic view
of Gavarnie. Summer activities offered by the
Tourist Office of Gèdre-Millaris.
CONTACT
Tel : +33 (0)5 62 92 35 25
www.gavarnie.com
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3. THE MAGIC OF THE PYRENEES BY NIGHT
The Pays de Lourdes and the Gaves Valleys are home to many protected
natural spaces, and grand sights such as Lourdes and Gavarnie. But
this is not all, they also boast one of France's, and even Europe's, most
beautiful night skies. The purity of the Pyrenean night sky is now
protected by the Pic du Midi IDSR (International Dark Sky Reserve), the
largest and most beautiful in the world, certified since December 2013.
So after an enjoyable day, just wait for the sun to set so that you can
witness the magic of the Pyrenees by night!
And you can stay out after midnight!
THE MAGIC OF THE
PYRENEES BY NIGHT
Discover all the magic of the Pyrenees by night:
http://rice.valleesdesgaves.com
www.picdumidi.com/rice/
Magic Nights
INFOS
Dates, infos et réservations
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-56-70-00
INFOS
Info et réservations
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-62-97
http://lerefugeauxrtoiles.over-blog.com
A STAR EXPERIENCE
The Pic du Midi offers you the opportunity
to spend an evening or stay overnight in
order to experience its unique atmosphere
at 2,877 metres above sea-level. Indeed it is
in the evening and at night that a place's true
dimension is revealed and the night sky makes
its magic...
A STAR MOUNTAIN REFUGE
At the Oulettes de Gaube refuge, at the foot
of the Vignemale, you will be greeted by
Boris and Pauline, the guardians. For a whole
evening, they will pass on to you their passion
for astronomy.
—
Or simply in a tent or camping out under the
stars, you will have the whole mountain and
the night sky to yourself !
Portraits of
the night
Cirque de Troumouse
© Jean-François Graffand
You know the Pyrenees by day, discover them
by night. Photo exhibition from travellers
in the Gaves Valleys from 1st July to 30th
October.
Information from the tourist
offices or
rice.valleesdesgaves.com
The Nightscape Awards 2014 photo exhibition
also offers you the opportunity to discover
the most beautiful night photographs in the
world. Images which let your imagination run
wild and show you that at night, not all the
landscapes are grey ...
Information from the tourist
offices or
www.photonightscapeawards.com
INFOS
INFOS
Dive into
the cosmos
Experience weightlessness like an astronaut in
space. A totally unusual exhibition to help you
dive into the cosmos and take a unique trip
into space.
This summer in the swimming pools in LauBalagnas, Luz, Cauterets and Arrens-Marsous.
RENSEIGNEMENTS
Dates, times and information on
page 48
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Follow
the Milky Way
List of mountain professionals Walking at night awakens our senses and
on page 42 alters all our points of reference. The stars
appear one by one and the nocturnal wildlife
begins to awaken. An experience easily
enjoyed alone or with a mountain guide who
will open the way and let you discover the little
secrets of the night.
Sheltered from the city lights, here are some
of the best spots to watch the mountain's night
sky and rediscover the Milky Way without
having to walk :
— le Cirque de Troumouse et the Col
des Tentes (Gavarnie),
— the Luz-Ardiden Ski Resort,
— La Fruitière and the Pont d’Espagne
(Cauterets),
— Tramassel (Hautacam),
— the Tech lake (Estaing),
— the Pic du Jer (Lourdes),
— the Lake in Lourdes
Stars in your eyes
Hautacam is an excellent astronomy site. A
dome and telescope from the Pic du Midi
have been installed there and members of the
Hautacam Astro Club will welcome you on 9th
and 18th July, 7th and 22nd August, and on 12th
and 17th September.
INFOS
Tél : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
http://www.astrosurf.com/astrhautacam
Special "Hautacam Nebula" evenings supervised
by mountain professionals on 13th and 21st July, RENSEIGNEMENTS
Informations and reservations :
and on 11th and 18th August.
Tél : +33 (0)5-62-97-10-16
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4. THE GRAND SIGHTS
One of the first things you will notice when you
arrive in the Gaves Valleys is the four grand sites
which are known worldwide: Lourdes, Gavarnie, Le
Pont d’Espagne –Cauterets and the Pic du Midi. An
alliance of excellence and authenticity, these places,
which are accessible to everyone, will take you on a
journey in a fantastic and sumptous setting.
A tour of the stars!
THE GRAND
SIGHTS
Lourdes
WHAT NOT TO MISS!
Seeing the Grotto at Lourdes at least
once and contemplating human
fervour
Admiring the hundreds of blue candles
Taking the furnicular up the Pic du Jer
Visiting the Fortified Castle and
admiring the spectacular view across
the Pyrenean chain
Lourdes, a place of spirituality for the whole
world, welcomes almost 6 million visitors each
year. It also hosts a charming Pyrenean town
built up around its medieval castle which has
housed the Pyrenean Museum since 1921.
CHÂTEAU FORT
This ancient fortress, which was never taken,
is classed as an historical monument. This site
offers an exceptional panoramic view over
the town, the Sanctuaries and the Pyrenean
Chain. It boasts a botanical garden at the foot
of the XIV century tower and the Pyrenean
Museum.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42- 37-37
voir en page 37 et
en page suivante pour
le Musée Pyrénéen
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PYRENEAN MUSEUM
In this museum which is classed as a “Musée
de France”, you can see some of the largest
collections in the history of the French and
Spanish Pyrenees: pottery and furniture from
the XVIII century, shepherds’ huts, traditional
costumes, miniatures...
PIC DU JER, FUNICULAR
Discover the superb panoramic view from
1,000 metres above sea-level over the the
town of Lourdes and the Gaves Valleys.
There is the possibly of a guided visit of the
caves and you can descend the mountain on a
mountainbike. Botanical trail, bar-restaurant,
panoramic terrace.
THE SANCTUARIES
The Grotte, the Basilicas, the Fountains,
the Baths and the Way of the Cross.
OPENING HOURS
Ouvert toute l’année.
du 01/04 au 31/05
9h-12h/13h30-18h30, du 01/06
au 30/09 de 9h-19h, du 01/10
au 31/03 de 9h-12h/14h-18h
(17h le vendredi).
Fermeture les 01/11 ; 11/11 ;
25/12 et 01/01. Billetterie close :
1 heure avant la fermeture.
CONTACT
59, av F. Lagardère
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41
www.picdujer.fr
CONTACT
1, av. Mgr Théas
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-78-78
www.lourdes-france.com
Voir en page 38
CONTACT
25 rue du Fort
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-37-37
chateaufort.museepyreneen@
ville-lourdes.fr
www.chateaufort-lourdes.fr
TARIFS
Adultes : 7€
Enfants (6-11) : 3€
Jeunes (12-18) : 3,50€
OPENING HOURS
Ouverture du 20/03 au 05/07,
du 7/09 au 25/10: 9h30 – 18h,
du 06/07 au 06/09 : 9h30-19h,
du 26/10 au 11/11 : 9h30-17h,
du 18/12 au 31/12 : 9h45-17h.
Fermeture des caisses
45 minutes avant.
Possibilité de prendre le
funiculaire en aller ou retour
simple.
OPENING HOURS
Ouverts 7j/7 - toute l’année.
Etudiants : 3,50€
Personnes handicapées : 2€
Forfait Famille (2 adultes + 2
enfants (6-18) ) : 18€
Billet couplé Château Fort +
Pic du Jer : Adultes : 15€
Enfants (6-11) : 9,50 € - Jeunes
(12-18) : 12€ Forfait Famille : 2
adultes + 2 jeunes (6-18) : 45€
PRICES
Adultes : 10,50€
Jeunes (12-18 ans) : 9€
Enfants (6-11 ans) : 7,80€
Forfait famille (2 adultes + 2
enfants) : 31,50 €
Billet couplé Château Fort +
Pic du Jer : Adultes : 15€
Enfants (6-11) : 9,50€ - Jeunes
(12-18) : 12€ Forfait Famille : 2
adultes + 2 jeunes (6-18) : 45€
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4. THE GRAND SIGHTS
Gavarnie,
WHAT NOT TO MISS
Feeling the spray of the great waterfall
at the end of the Cirque
Admiring the view over
the 3,000-metre summits
(from the Col des Tentes)
Taking a ride on horseback
Eating a crêpe facing a world
renowned UNESCO Heritage Site
Taking photographs of the purple fields
of Pyrenean iris in June and July
land of cirques
This site is definied by its imposing character
and is famous by its legendary Brèche de
Roland. The Cirque de Gavarnie is a limestone
ampitheatre which boasts 17 summits over
3,000 metres and into which falls the highest
waterfall in Europe, an impressive 423 metres.
It is associated with two other, wilder cirques,
Estaubé & Troumouse, and together this
natural border stands with the Spanish
canyons of Anisclo, Pineta and the legendary
Ordesa, to form the exceptional «PyrénéesMont Perdu, pays des cirques et canyons»
(Pyrenees-Lost Mountain, country of
cirques & canyons) listed as a UNESCO
World Heritage Site for its cultural and
natural excellency. Only 25 sites enjoy such
recognition world-wide.
du 24/07 au 5/08
Festival
de Gavarnie
spectacle théâtral en plein air
"Ulysse, le dernier Voyage".
CIRQUE DE GAVARNIE
( 3h round trip on foot to the base of the cirque)
CIRQUE DE TROUMOUSE
(take the fork in the village of Gèdre –
access by car, followed by a path on foot)
CIRQUE D’ESTAUBÉ
(take the fork in the village of Gèdre –
access by car, followed by a path on foot)
MILLARIS MUSEUM
Millaris proposes a complete and unique
panorama of the majestic cirques of Gavarnie,
Troumouse and Estaubé listed as UNESCO
World Heritage Sites for Humanity. It’s a
fun and interactif route which lasts 1 hour
throughout which you will witness a touching
audiovisual show presenting 5 characters from
this part of the mountains.
PRICES
free visit - audioguide rent
- Adults 3 € Children (6-11ans) :2€.
Traduced in english and
spanish.
OPENING HOURS
Open: all year from Monday to
Saturday 9h-12h/14h-18h ;
Sundays during the school
holidays at Christmas,
February and during the
summer
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Cauterets,
le pont d'Espagne
Upstream from the famous spa town of
Cauterets, the Pont d’Espagne provides access
to unspoiled nature in the preserved Pyrennes
National Park : pure and invigorating air, a
harmony of colours and landscapes, clear
mountain streams which meander and sing
their way down the mountain...
Departing from Cauterets
LYS- CAMBASQUE — LYS CABLE
Grand Barbat chairlift.
OPENING HOURS
The Pont d'Espagne is open from 16/05/2015 to 27/09/2015 and
the Lys chairlift from 04/07 to t30/08
WHAT NOT TO MISS
Paddling in the clear streams of the
Cayan plateau (Pont d'Espagne)
Splashing around in the thermal spa
after a hike (Bains du Rocher)
Climbing up to the Lac de Gaube and
admiring the view of the Vignemale's
north face
Tasting "berlingots" made in
Cauterets (berlingots = flavoured
boiled sweets)
Site du Pont d’Espagne
LAC DE GAUBE
hike on foot (3h round trip on foot)
PUNTAS & LAC DE GAUBE CHAIRLIFTS
(Pont d’Espagne, 7 km from Cauterets) See
page 33. From the mechanical lift up to the
Pont d’Espagne, you can continue further and
discover Cayan, Marcadau and the Lac de
Gaube.
La Fruitière – Lac d’Estom (Hike on foot)
LA FRUITIÈRE – LAC D’ESTOM
Hike on foot towards the lake - 3h45 round
trip. Departure : Fruitière car park (2 km after
the Raillère). Free.
Discovering the Fruitière Valley
Le Pic du Midi
WHAT NOT TO MISS
Going up the Pic du Midi in the cable
car or on foot and admiring the
360° view
Discovering the telescope for observing
the sun
Crossing the Col du Tourmalet,
a legendary Tour de France mountain
pass
The Pic du Midi has been a point of attraction
for over 130 years ! The Pic du Midi de Bigorre
is a high mountain site which is accessible
to everyone all year long. At the summit,
2,877 metres above sea-level, the spectacle
is unique. The beauty of the landscape has
allowed the Pic du Midi to be listed as natural
heritage. An exceptional panoramic view
over the Pyrenean Chain and the plains of the
South West.
PIC DU MIDI
cable car and museum
BARÈGES - LA MONGIE
The cable car leaves from La Mongie.
At the 2,877 metre summit, the most
incredible view of the Pyrenean Chain !
For information and to make
bookings, visit the website
www.picdumidi.com
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5. ALTAMONTA — LES PYRÉNÉES MYTHIQUES À VÉLO
WHAT NOT TO MISS!
Climbing up the Tourmalet and
getting your photo taken with the
giant cyclist
Climbing up Hautacam, Luz Ardiden
and Soulor-Aubisque
Discovering the secret paradises of
Gavarnie and Cauterets by bike
Cheering on the stage of the Tour
de France
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Pedalling through the Gave Valleys is undoubtedly a great way to
experience the highlights: climbing the Col du Tourmalet alongside cyclists
from all over the world, there to pit themselves against the best; discovering
the view of Gavarnie, a Unesco World Heritage Site, as you turn a corner
on your bike; paying tribute to the brave men of the Tour de France and
cycling the routes still burning with their fire... In short, here, the bike
doesn't have to show off... it takes on a life of its own.
ALTAMONTA
the Legendary
Pyrenees by bike
OUR MOST BEAUTIFUL COLS
2 115 m
1 715 m
1 474 m
Le col du Tourmalet
(unclassified)
From the western slope via Luz-Saint-Sauveur
and Barèges : total climb 19 km.
Average gradiant 7,4%.
Veer east towards Sainte-Marie de Campan :
total climb 17,2 km. Average gradient 7,5% »
Luz Ardiden
(unclassified)
Total climb 13 km.
Average gradiant 8%.
Le col du Soulor
1st catégorie
From the eastern slope via Arrens-Marsous :
total climb 7 km. Average gradiant 8%.
From the western slope via Ferrières : total
climb 12 km. Average gradiant 6.5%.
For the more adventurous, contintue in
the direction of the Col d’Aubisque in the
neighbouring Béarn.
1 520 m
1 496 m
1 350 m
Hautacam
(unclassified)
Total climb 13 km.
Average gradiant 8%.
Le pont d’Espagne
Total climb from the village 7 km.
Average gradiant : 8 to 10 %
le Cambasque
Total climb from the village 5 km.
Average gradiant : 8 to 10%.
Le col de
1 367 m Couraduque
1st catégorie
Total climb 6.5 km.
Average gradiant 8%
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5. ALTAMONTA — LES PYRÉNÉES MYTHIQUES À VÉLO
HOME OF THE BIKE
A quality network of various service providers who are committed to making cyclists feel at home.
Many different services and places to stay carry the Altamonta label, offering tailored services (secure bicycle storage,
repair equipment, specialist foods, and so on..).
Permanent
Timtoo timing
on the cols
(Tourmalet, Luz Ardiden,
Soulor-Aubisque, Hautacam…)
Download your Timtoo application at www.
timtoo.fr. Timing chips are available in most
tourist offices (of Luz, Val d’Azun, ArgelèsGazost and Grand-Tourmalet) and certain
hotels and B&Bs in the Gaves Valleys.
Information
every kilometre
on the cols :
every kilometre you will know the distance
left, the altitude and the gradient of the climb
thanks to our informative signs (Hautacam,
Soulor, Couraduque, Tourmalet, Luz Ardiden)
Col du Tourmalet
Climber Diploma
After climbing the Col du Tourmalet leaving
from Luz St Sauveur or from St Marie de
Campan, ask for your control sheet and
following your visit, a Climber Diploma will be
given to you.
Available from all the Grand Tourmalet
Tourist Offices.
Topoguide vélo
de route
20 circuits de niveaux de difficultés variés
pour une découverte sportive des vallées
et des ascensions rendues célèbres par
le Tour de France (en vente dans les Offices
de Tourisme 5€).
Passeport Vélo :
a mini book which records all of your climbs:
it can be stamped in the tourist office which
corresponds to the col where you will also be
given a certificate. At the end of your stay,
send your Passeport Vélo to the Conseil
Général des Hautes-Pyrénées and you will
receive either a bronze, silver or gold Brevet
Cycliste Haut-Pyrénéen qualification.
Routes dedicated
to Cyclists :
- the Laurent Fignon route : a road dedicated
to bikes on the way up Tourmalet. This
historic Tour de France route is accessible
from Barèges going up, for 2.7 kilometres
which climbs 200 metres in altitude.
- the Greenway of the Gave from Lourdes to
Pierrefitte and from Pierrefitte to Cauterets
for BMX and mountain bikes (18 km). A
route entirely dedicated to bikes, rollerblades
and accessible to wheelchairs, which runs
alongside the Gave de Pau. Information signs
available throughout the whole route. The
section of the Greenway from PierrefitteNestalas to Cauterets is accessible to
mountain bikes, road bikes and pedestrians.
For all the information on these offers (services, accommodation, cycle routes),
go to the homepage of the website dedicated to cycling
www.pyrenees-cyclo.com
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EVENTS
��TH JUNE — LOURDES
The Southern Route
Cycling trial leaving from the town centre.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-65-65
www.lourdes-infotourisme.com
�TH JULY 2015
La Pyrénéenne :
9th édition
A cycling race event registered with the FFC Golden Label
Award and also the Midi-Pyrenees Cycling Sports Trophy.
La Pyrénéenne 2015 will take place on Sunday 5th July
leaving from Argelès-Gazost and finishing on Hautacam.
The reception village will be in Argelès-Gazost on the
Saturday afternoon. Enrolment can be done on the website:
www.lapyreneenne.a3w.fr
��TH, ��TH ET ��TH JULY 2015
Tour de France 2015
Experience the passage of the 2015 Tour de France through
the 11th stage : between Pau and Cauterets. The riders will
arrive in Cauterets after crossing the Col d'Aspin and the
monumental Col du Tourmalet. This year the Pyrenees
have been honoured with three stages in the mountain
chain on 14th, 15th and 16th July.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-50-50
www.cauterets.com
��ST JULY 2015
La Campilaro
Argelès-Gazost hosts the Campilaro 2015 : Routed across
three stages over medium and high mountains in the heart
of the Hautes-Pyrenees, from 31st July to 2nd August 2015,
for a total of about 330 kilometres and 7,500 metres of
ascent.
www.campilaro.com
��TH AUGUST 2015
Climb up the Col du
Soulor by night
Experience cycling up a mountain pass by night, to the
rhythm of only your senses and the stroke of the pedals,
under the starry night sky.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
www.valdazun.com
��TH AUGUST 2015
The Pyrenean High
Road
For the first time, the Haute Route Pyrénées (The Pyrenean
High Road) , will start at the Atlantic Ocean, more precisely
in Anglet on the Basque Coast. Argelès-Gazost will be the
stage city : 15th-21st August 2015).
www.hauteroute.org
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6. WELL-BEING
Make the most of your st ay in the
mountains by exploring relaxation, healing
and the pleasure of caring for your body.
WELL-B
Fun thermal resorts are dotted around our valleys and
they let you dive into a universve of relaxation and
well-being mountain-style. The thermal spas have
been attracting and welcoming men who recognise the
qualities of this natural water for centures.
The Romans very quickly understood the value of
the thermal sources discovered on the hillsides of the
Pyrenean Mountains : starting with César who sent his
armies to Barèges to heal their wounds in Barèges.
Lots of spa patients come Many spa guests come later
seeking a rejuvenating stay, the benefits of our thermal
water, a refined architectural framework in a mountain
setting.
Today, the thermal spas still attract many visitors and
these places have become the centre of well-being
offering visitors massages with warm stones, perfumed
baths, hammam, jacuzzi, tropical showers... indulge
yourself!
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Toutes les informations
pratiques en page 42
WHERE
TO RELAX...
Luzea
— Luz Saint-Sauveur
BEING
The spa centre known as LUZEA offers a
swimming pool, jacuzzis, hammam, sauna,
baths and massages all in a magnificent
setting… Individuel care, half-day deals,
discovery packages, revitalising stays, wellbeing and silhouette therapies…
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-81-58
www.luzea.fr
Ciéléo
— Barèges
In the winter, after skiing, or in the summer
after a mountain trek, the thermal spa in
Barèges welcomes you into a bright setting
with a view overlooking the summits - it’s
truly enchanting. Dive into the well-being
of thermal spa therapy, massage and beauty
therapy, or simply rediscover the fun parts
in our new area «les pieds dans l’eau, la tête
dans les étoiles» (with your feet in the water
and your head in the clouds). A moment of
pleasure and well-being where the attentive
personnel will bring you good quality services
that you would expect in our health and
relaxation spa.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-68-02
www.cieleo-bareges.com
The Bains
du Rocher
— Cauterets
The Bains du Rocher (next to the Thermes de
César) is an establishment dediated entirely
to fitness and well-being ( 2 pools indoor
and outdoor, bench of bubbles, gentle river
rapids, tropical shower, sauna, hammam,
chromotherapy, beauty space).
Tél : 05-62-92-14-20
www.bains-rocher.fr
Le Jardin
des Bains
— Argelès-Gazost
The thermal spa in Argelès-Gazost opens
into a monumental hall made from Pyrenean
marble. This perfectly preserved building
is a remarkable example of thermal spa
architecture dating to the end of the 19th
century. The chlorosulphuric waters allow
us to efficiently treat veinous or breathing
problems and lymphedema.
The thermal spa Jardins des Bains will take
you on an exotic journey thanks to its unique
areas which transport you far from the real
world:
- The Emerald Forest: bubble beds, jacuzzi,
massage jets, bubbly baths, gentle river
rapids and waterfalls.
- The Ziggourat : hammam, Turkish baths,
fragrant baths and musical pools.
The Jardin des Bains offers diverse activities
for working on your figure: Aquatapis
(underwater treadmill), Aquagym (water
aerobics).
New in 2015, « baby swimmers » classes are
now offered every wednesday morning.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-03-24
www.lejardindesbains.com
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7. SNOW AND SKIING
A
SNOW &
SKIING
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A
B
Discovering the mountain
with a guide: frozen waterfall
climbing or cross-country skiing
Basking in the sun
at the ski resorts
WHAT NOT TO MISS
E
C
Making your mark
on untouched snow
Becoming a trapper
in snowshoes
F
Learning
to ski
D
D
Lazing around
in the bubbles
after skiing
B
C
E
F
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7. SNOW AND SKIING
SKI
RESORTS
More information on page 43
ski alpin
ski nordique
+33 (0)5-62-92-49-10
www.gavarnie.com
Gavarnie Gedre
Wow! … that’s what you’ll say when you’re at
the top of the ski slopes looking across at the
fabulous and spectacular Cirque de Gavarnie.
Facing summits which stand above 3,000
metres, experienced skiers or beginners can
climb right up to the top of the resort and ski
back down peacefully on Europe’s longest
green slope. The mountain is for everyone!
Even if skiing is not your forté, you can still
share the pleasure of the grand panoramic
views. Skiers looking for an adrenelin rush will
find satisfaction on the red and black slopes in
the Mougat section where they will rediscover
muscles they forgot they had!
Altitude from 1,850 to 2,350 metres above sea-level
35 km — 28 slopes
7
8
9
5
Ludo park
WE
LOVE
HE KID PARK IS A FUN AND
T
COLOURFUL BEGINNERS’ ZONE;
—
THE LONGEST GREEN SLOPE IN EUROPE
JOINS THE VERY TOP OF THE RESORT
WITH THE BOTTOM;
—
THE BREATHTAKING VIEW;
—
THE MOUNTAIN SPIRIT WHICH IS VERY
PRESENT UP THERE
Snowshoe
Free marked out snow-shoe tracks towards the cirque - 6 marked out tracks in the villages
of Gèdre and Gavarnie. Unrestricted access. Maps available for download from the website
www.gavarnie.com and available from Tourist Offices.
DAY TICKET
26,50 €
21,50 €
19,50 €
ADULT
CHILD/STUDENT
OFF-SEASON
for everyone
Prices (prices indicated are from 2014-15 season and subject to change)
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+33 (0)5 62 92 80 58
www.luz.org
Luz Ardiden
This resort has three faces: Aulian, CLoze &
Béderet ! Three very different sections which
bring variety and pleasure to skiing. With your
skis on, you can ride the edge of the valley of
Luz or mount the ridge separating Luz from
the valley of Cauterets with an open view of
the valley, you will feel like you’re skiing on a
cloud over everything.
Altitude from 1,700 to 2 500 metres above sea-level
WE
LOVE
HE CLOZE SECTION AT THE TOP
T
OF THE RESORT AND ITS VIEW OVER
THE MOUNTAINS
—
HAVE A COFFEE ON THE BÉDERET
TERRACE IN THE SUN
—
THE SNOW PARK ZONE AND THE FUN
SIDE OF THE SLOPES
—
THE APRÈS-SKI SAUNA-JACUZZI IN
THE THERMAL SPA ON YOUR WAY
BACK DOWN THE MOUNTAIN
65 km — 33 slopes
7
12
9
5
Magic carpet for beginners
Snow Park HO5
Snowshoe
5 km of marked out snowshoe tracks and free cross-country ski slopes
33,50 €
ADULT
DAY TICKET
29,90 €
CHILD/STUDENT
(advantages with the "no souci" N’PY Card)
+33 (0)5 62 92 50 50
www.cauterets.com
Cauterets
The downhill ski resort at the Cirque du Lys
benefits from an excellent, natural covering of
snow due to its ideal expostion.
In the heart of the Pyrenees National Park,
located 7 km from Cauterets, the Pont
d’Espagne (one of the Midi-Pyrenees Grand
Sites), with its Canadian appearance, is
perfect for cross-country and downhill skiing,
snowshoeing or even sledging in incredible
surroundings.
WE
LOVE
PONT D’ESPAGNE :
THE BEGINNERS’ AREA AND THE CLOT
SKI-TOW MAKE IT PERFECT FOR
TAKING THOSE FIRST STEPS.
—
THE CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING
DOMAINE LETS YOU FULLY
APPRECIATE THE SITE’S EXCEPTIONAL
NATURE.
CIRQUE DU LYS:
ITS SLEDGING AREA IS FUN FOR ALL
THE FAMILY!
—
OAKLEY PARK IS THE FIRST PYRENEAN
FREESTYLE PARK NAMED AFTER THE
FAMOUS AMERICAN BRAND.
36 km — 21 slopes
3
7
7
2
Magic carpet in the beginners'area
Snow Park HO5
Snowshoe (Pont d'Espagne)
6 km of marked out snow-shoe track – Pont d’Espagne ski domain with 36 km of cross-country ski
tracks (25 km of red, 10 km of blue and 1 km of green tracks)
34,50 €
ADULT
DAY TICKET
29,50 €
CHILD/STUDENT
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7. SNOW AND SKIING
Infos station : +33 (0)5-62-91-90-84
Barèges : +33 (0)5 62 92 16 01
La Mongie : +33 (0)5-62-91-94-15
www.grand-tourmalet.com
Grand-Tourmalet
The Grand Tourmalet is two ski-resorts in
one. The legendary col de Tourmalet climbs
up each side and you can ski along it at the
foot of the Pic du Midi which stands at 2,877
metres above sea-level. Two very different
sides : Barèges and its authentic village, La
Mongie and its resort at the foot of the slopes.
100 Miles of slopes unfold beneath your skis
and with them, a whole new atmosphere. In
the middle of the thermal mountains up to the
Ayre trees, you’ll discover the largest station
in the French Pyrenees. Nordic ski-lovers will
also be delighted with the Plateau de Lienz
and the site at Payolle.
Altitude dfrom 1,400 to 2,877 metres above sea-level
66 slopes
16
23
20
7
Cross-country ski ski
50 km de pistes de ski de fond sur le domaine de Payolle (6 km de vert, 15 rouge, 10 bleu, 26 noir) ;
Snowshoe
4 marked out snowshoe circuits in Payolle, 7 marked out circuits in Barèges (Lienz)
WE
LOVE
SKI THROUGH THE FOREST ON
THE BARÈGES SIDE AS A FAMILY
OR BETWEEN FRIENDS
—
THE DESCENT FREE RIDE OF PIC DU
MIDI
—
THE PIC DU MIDI «FREERIDE» SPACE
—
THE NURSERY SLOPES EQUIPPED
WITH MAGIC CARPETS.
Snowpark
outdoor tables – Free-Ride domain from the Pic du Midi
Marmot route
11km of blue slopes accessible to everyone, for all the family,
and with an exceptional panoramic view.
New "panoramic" slope
with a view over the valleys of Barèges and La Mongie
40 €
ADULT
DAY TICKET
35 €
CHILD/STUDENT
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+33 (0)5 62 97 10 16
www.hautacam.com
Hautacam
Perched overlooking the valley of ArgelèsGazost, Hautacam is the ideal place for
children to learn to ski peacefully. You will
appreciate the majestic setting of the pine
trees which give way to vast expanses of snow
on all sides.
You will be impressed by the 26km of alpine
ski slopes accessible to everyone but also by
the nordic zone and its unique panoramic view
over the valley.
20 km — 15 slopes
WE
LOVE
4
THE MOUNTAIN LUGE AND ITS
ENJOYMENT FACTOR
—
THE ACCESSIBILITY OF THE SLOPES
—
BREATHTAKING LANDSCAPES
—
THE WARM ATMOSPHERE
6
5
Snowshoe
8.5 km of marked out snow-shoe tracks
Cross-country ski (15 km)
Snow garden & magic carpet for beginners
20 €
ADULT
DAY TICKET
CROSS-COUNTRY SKI
15,50 €
CHILD/STUDENT
7 €
5 €
ADULT
CHILD
Couraduque : +33 (0)5 62 97 42 18
Soulor : +33 (0)5 62 97 40 67
www.station-valdazun.com
Val d'Azun
Just a few miles from Lourdes, you will find
yourself in the Val d’Azun. In this wellpreserved valley, you are in nordic sun and
snow country. The Val d’Azun invites you to
experience the beauty of its nature passed on
through legends and time. Mountains where
peace and quiet becomes contemplative and
we share fulfilling moments of pleasure.
WE
LOVE
Cross-country ski
90 km of cross-country ski tracks
THE TWO NORDIC ZONES :
SOULOR & COURADUQUE
—
THE NORDIC PARK AND ITS FUN SIDE
DEDICATED TO CHILDREN
—
THE VARIETY OF LITTLE BONUSES
WITHIN THE RESORT (SOLARIUM,
PICNIC TABLES, …)
—
THE UNUSUAL ORGANISED EVENTS
(BUILDING AN IGLOO, GROOMER
RIDES, …)
Snowshoe
5 km of marked out snow-shoe tracks
Nordic Park : 1 alpine skiing initiation slope
Children's sliding space — sledging
CROSS-COUNTRY SKI
(DAY TICKET)
ADULT
CHILD/
STUDENT
9,50 €
7 €
NORDIC
PARK
6,50 €
5,50 €
SNOWSHOE
6 €
5 €
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7. SNOW AND SKIING
Winter in the Gave Valleys doesn't have to rhyme with
skiing. A variety of activities are proposed over the
winter; snowshoeing accompanied by professionals or
by yourself on marked out tracks ; the mountains in
winter will amaze you!
WINTER
PLEASURES
Pays Toy
DOG SLEDDING - BAREGES
We offer initiation
experiences, rides, or a lesson
in how to drive the sledge
across the plateau du Lienz.
ALTIRANDO SNOWMOBILE –
BAREGES
Family rides or sporty rides on
a snowmobile.
GROOMER RIDE NORDIC
ZONE - BARÈGES
Departure : Tournaboup (Bareges)
Liste des guides et accompagnateurs
dans les Offices de Tourisme
CONTACT
Frédéric Desbree
Tel : +33 (0)6-07-01-56-82
www.mushing-pyrenees.fr
contact@mushing-pyrenees.fr
CONTACT
Serge Sere
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-68-29
ou +33 (0)6-16-77-00-96
motoneiges.bareges@hotmail.fr
et www.motoneiges-bareges.fr
CONTACT
Tel : +33 (0)5 62 92 16 14
contact@tourmalet.fr
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Val d’Azun
GROOMER RIDE NORDIC ZONE
IN THE VAL D’AZUN
Experience a ride in one of
our groomers and discover
the ski slopes by night with
the possibility of staying in a
mountain refuge.
CONTACT
Maison du Val d’Azun :
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
www.valdazun.com
BE CAREFUL
Be careful when enjoying the mountains in winter. If you are outside the marked areas, you must make sure you are
fully informed of the risks and ideally, make sure you are accompanied. Look at the weather forecast and the ARB
(Avalanche Risk Bulletin: +33 (0)8 92 10 20 (0.34 € / mm)) ; you absolutely must wear safety equipment :
shovel, probe, avalanche beacon or transceiver (which can be rented by the day); and do not overestimate yourself !
Lac glacé et Mont-Perdu
(3 355 m)
vue depuis la brèche
de Tuquerouye.
Site inscrit au patrimoine
mondial de l'Unesco.
© photo : C. Ringeval
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8. IN PRACTICE
areas
LOU = PAYS DE LOURDES
V.AZ = VAL D'AZUN
TOY = PAYS TOY
AR.G = VALLEY OF ARGELÈS-GAZOST
CAU = CAUTERETS
IN PRACTICE
Sentiers d’interprétation et grands classiques. . . . . . . . . . . . . p.36
Culture et patrimoine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.37
Lourdes et Bartrès : visites à caractère religieux. . . . . . . . . . . p.38
Funiculaire / télécabine / téléphérique. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.38
Découverte de la nature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.39
Activités insolites et ludiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.39
Montagne / Escalade / Eaux Vives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.40
Parapente. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.40
Pêche. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.40
A deux roues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.41
A cheval. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.41
Refuges Gardés. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.41
Activités en amille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.42
Thermalisme - Remise en forme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.42
Garderies – Centres de loisirs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.43
Sortir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.43
Domaines Skiables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.43
Artisanat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.43
Agenda. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.44
Interpretation Tracks
Departure point : Saint-Pé de Bigorre (Tourist Office). Family
walk through the Trescrouts forest, in the heart of the limestone
to discover the history and diversity of the forest, the dolines,
the gulfs... Booklet on request
St-Pé de Bigorre tourist
office
Tel: +33(0)5-62-41-88-10
THE GR 101
The route covering the west of Bigorre (GR101 ) allows walkers
on the GR653 from Maubourguet to join the town of Lourdes,
and then the GR10
Lourdes tourist office
05-62-42-77-40
IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF
ST BERNADETTE
Departure point : Lourdes Tourist Office. An intra-mural 2 hour
walk where you can discover the life of Bernadette Soubirous
in Lourdes. For information, a plan of the route or to rent an
audio-guide available
Tel: +33(0)5-62-42-77-40
THE PATH THROUGH
THE PYRENEAN
FOOTHILLS (GR 78)
This route crosses the Hautes-Pyrénées, from Saint Bertrand de
Comminges in Betharram, passing by the cistercian abbey in
Escaladieu and Lourdes, it enables you to join Asson and Oloron
Sainte Marie.
05-62-42-77-40
THE WAY OF
BERNADETTE
Departure point : the Grotto of Apparitions. A walking route
which allows pilgrims to visit Bartrès (4 km from Lourdes), the
village of Bernadette’s nurse. It is marked out in red and white
from the rue du Docteur Boissarie.
Lourdes Tourist Office
Tel: +33 (0)5-62-4277-40
THE PATH OF HENRY
IV
A path which links the town of Lourdes with the city of Pau
offering you an exceptional panoramic view of the Pyrenees ( 40
km). Leaving from the Lake in Lourdes, you’ll cross several woods
allowing you to discover the heritage of the communities you’ll
pass through. Brochure available on request.
05-62-42-77-40
THE FOREST WALK
Departure point : Col de Couraduque (village of Aucun); This
route invites you to discover the plant and animal life through a
system of riddles. Game card available on request
Maison du V.AZ
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-49-49
TOUR OF THE V.AZ
Maison du V.AZ au
05-62-97-49-49
THE «BIRDS OF PREY
AND SPARROWS»
TRAILS
Departure point : Col du Soulor (Arrens-Marsous). Two fun paths
with interactive terminals which help you discover the birds of
prey and the sparrows of the Col du Soulor.
Maison du V.AZ
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-49-49
Marked out in red and yellow, the tour of the V.AZ is a «tour
of the country» in 5 stages which take you from one valley to
another. To be done on foot, with a donkey or with snow shoes
in the winter. Guidebook on sale.
THE GREEN ROUTE
A route which joins Lourdes and Tarbes over a track of 18.5 km.
Between these two extremities, enjoy the alluvial Echez plain
and the Pyrenean Foothils.
05-62-42-77-40
THE STONE TRAIL
Departure point : Arras-en-Lavedan (Abbey) Two paths where
you can discover the riches of the village, the stone, entiers pour
découvrir les richesses du village, la pierre, through its past and
present use: the discovery trek takes 2 hours in the village and
the pastoral trek takes 3h30 up towards the Mont de Gez.
Leaflet available from the
Maison du V.AZ
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-49-49
THE ASTE TRAIL
Maison du V.AZ
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-4313
These franco-spanish routes link up Lourdes and Saint James
of Compostelle via Argelès-Gazost and the V.AZ or via Luz
Saint-Sauveur, Gavarnie and the Port de Boucharo. The stretch
from Lourdes/Arrens-Marsous is doable all year long. The
stretch Arrens-Marsous / Espagne and Gavarnie/ Boucaharo is
reserved for very experienced walkers and is only doable in the
summer season
Maps are available in the
Tourist Offices.
Departure : Plan d’Aste (Arrens-Marsous) This easy walk which
has the «Tourisme et Handicap» label, allows you to discover
the elements which surround you: the water, the rocks and
the forest.
THE ROUTES
TOWARDS
SAINT JAMES OF
COMPOSTELLE
THE PYRENEAN TALES
TRAIL
Departure point : the Tech Dam (Arrens-Marsous) Understand
the geological formations of the Pyrenees and the landscapes
which surround them, discover the forest and the local farming
through 5 tales which are told to you throughout your hike.
This route is accessible to all and has the label «Tourisme et
Handicap».
Maison du V.AZ
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-4313
TRAILS IN THE
PIBESTE-AOULHET
NATURAL RESERVE
Departure points : Agos-Vidalos, Ouzous, Ossen : Four
interpretation trails exist for you to discover the heritage of the
Pibeste Natural Reserve (plantlife, wildlife, cultural heritage...).
Interpretation booklet on sale.
Pibeste reserve
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-14-55
www.rnr-pibeste-aoulhet.
com
BALADE FLEURIE
(FLORAL TRAIL)
Departure : Argelès-Gazost (Tourist Office) The circuit «Balade
fleurie», in the heart of the town of Argelès-Gazost gives you a
glimpse of the town’s history through its architectural heritage
and terrace gardens. ( 1h30 ). Leaflet on request from the
Argelès-Gazost Tourist Office.
Argelès-Gazost Tourist
Office
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-00-25
THE WINDMILL TRAIL
Departure : Gèdre (to the left of the Résidence La Grotte). A
pleasant one hour walk round trip allowing you to discover
the life and work of those who worked the mills. Guided visit
possible.
Gèdre tourist office
Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-35-25
RAMOND’S TRAIL
Departure : Gèdre or the Gloriettes Dam. This mountain walk
invites you to discover the nature which surrounds the lives of
the Pyrenean people and its evolution. It does this through a
close up on the life of one in particular, Ramond de Carbonnière
( 5h round trip from Gèdre, 2h30 from Gloriettes)
Gèdre tourist office
05-62-92-48-59
NAPOLÉON III &
EUGÉNIE PROMENADE
Departure : Luz-Saint-Sauveur (Maison Gradet-Poque). A 2 hour
walk where you can discover the heritage that links Napoléon III
to the town of Luz-St-Sauveur.
Luz tourist office 05-6292-30-30
RANDOCACHING
Departure point: Luz Tourist Office ( 2h). Take loan of a GPS for a
fun walk for the whole family on the balconies of Luz
Luz tourist office 05-6292-30-30
THE GR 10
Marked out in red and white, this great hiking path crosses the
Pyrenean Chain from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean
Guidebooks available to
buy in all good bookshops
Interpretation Tracks
V.AZ
AR.G
TOY
the classics
LOU
TRAIL «KARSTIQUE…
KÉSAKO ?»
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Culture Heritage
Religious heritage – outstanding monuments – museums- visits
Former benedictine abbey of Roman inspiration dating
back to XII century classified an historical momunent.
Visits free of charge in July and
August. Tel : +33 (0)5-62-41-8007 +33 (0)5-62-41-88-10
POUEY-LAÜN CHAPEL
ARRENS-MARSOUS
Dating back to XVII century. Place of pilgrimage
previously situated on the Way of St James of
Compostelle.
Keys found at the Maison du V.AZ
in Arrens-Marsous. Visits in July
and August Tel : +33(0)5-6297-49-49
This abbey dates from XI and XII centuries. These remains
of a former benedictine monastary form today the Parish
Church and has been classified an historical monument
since 1840. This place of spirituality and Pyrenean
heritage contains some of the most interesting treasures
of the South West.
«Tel : +33 (0)5 62 97 02 23.
presbytere3@wanadoo.fr
Open every day from 9h to 19h.
Free. Chapter House and Treasory
Museum from 14/04 to 13/10
: 14h30 -18h. Recommended
free for access to the Treasure
2,50 € per person (free for under
16s).»
XIX century hermitage site of Saint Savin. Accessible on
foot, 1h round trip. Chapel closed but through the door
we can see the rock on which the hermit Savin lived.
Open for the pilgrimage in
October.
Of Roman origin but refurbished in the XVIII century.
Superb painted wooden arch known as the "bird arch".
Tel : +33 (0)5 62 97 02 23.
presbytere3@wanadoo.fr
Open Sundays and bank holidays
from 14/04 t 13/10 : 14h3018h (hours change over July
and August, contact us to be
sure). Free.
SAINT PIERRE
CHURCH
PIERREFITTENESTALAS
Roman church dating from XII century, modified by
several enlargments.
July and august: every day
16h-18h30. Guided visit free on
tuesday 22/07 and 12/08 Tel :
+33 (0)5-62-92-71-31
NOTRE DAME CHURCH
- CAUTERETS
Work of Art not to be missed: “the Way of the Cross” by
painter Baldi.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-52-64
FORTIFIED CHURCH
- LUZ
Built in XII century, it was fortified in XVII. Open for
visits every day.
Visit the museum in July and
August every day (except
Tuesday) from 15h à 18h.
SOLFÉRINO CHAPEL
- LUZ
Built with funds provided by the Emperor Napoléon III when
he stayed in Saint-Sauveur.
Free visit
SAINT JOHN THE
BAPTIST CHURCHSERE
Roman Chapel from XI and XII centuries.
Free visits in July and August :
14h-18h.
CHURCH - SASSIS
Wooden statue of the Virgin Mary dating back to XIV
century.
Free visits on Wednesdays :
14h-18h.
SAINT NICOLAS
Built in XIV century.
Visit every day except Sundays
between 16h & 18h30.
HÉAS CHAPEL - GEDRE
Constructed during the XVI century and rebuilt for the
third time in 1925 following an avalanche.
Free visits from 01/05 to 1/11.
CHURCH - SERS
Roman building from the XII century.
Free visits every day.
Tel: +33 (0)5-62-92-49-10
CHURCH - GAVARNIE
Built in the 12th century one on of the Ways leading to
Santiago de Compostela, the church holds remains from
medieval times. Nearby, the Pyreneists Cemetery.
Views over the Cirque de Gavarnie
Justin, the first Evangelist in Bigorre and probably the
first Bishop of Tarbes retired and founded a priory with a
chapel, which fell into ruin in the 12th century. An oratory
was built in 1990.
Tel: +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
FORTRESS - LOURDES
Listed historic monument with museum, botanic garden.
Tel: +33 (0)5-62-42- 37-37. (see
museum section).
FORTIFIED CASTLE –
LES ANGLES
Forteress dating from the XII and XIV centuries ;
permanent art exposition of paintings done by Bigourdan
painters.
Open all year; free visits; booking
required. Tel : +33 (0)5 62
42 93 63
GARNAVIE TOWER LOURDES
Built in the thirteenth century, the tower is the only
remaining element of the fortified belt which existed
in the seventeenth century. The monument has been
registered with the supplementary inventory of historic
monuments since 1946.
Rue de Garnavie - Lourdes Tourist
Office Tel: +33 (0)5-62-42-77-40
CAUTERETS RAILWAY
STATION
Built in 1895-1896, renovated in 1994.This station built
entirely in wood is outstanding for its decorated façade.
Today it is the arrival and departure point for SNCF
coaches.
Tel: +33 (0)5-62-92-53-70
SAINTE MARIE
CASTLE- ESTERRE
Built on a hill by the Counts of Bigorre around 1278, it
dominates the village of Luz-Saint-Sauveur. Now in ruins,
all that remains are the walls and the two towers.
Unaccompanied visits.
PONT NAPOLÉON
BRIDGE LUZ-STSAUVEUR
70-metre high bridge with one arch spanning the Gave. A
reminder of Napoleon III’s presence in St-Sauveur in 1859,
when Empress Eugenie was taking the waters.
Tel: +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
The site where skiing in the Pyrenees originated.
Contact : 34 rue Raymond
65120 BAREGES www.
funiculaire-bareges.com Email
: funitoy@gmail.com Tel +33
(0)6.08.01.28.51
The largest hydroelectric plant in the Hautes-Pyrénées.
National example of water recovery techniques, a true
technical feat.
Free guided tours on weekdays
and by appointment outside
school holidays. Tel: +33 (0)5-6292-35-25
The property of the Baron of Angles. This watermill,
already known in 1429, was restored in 1825, 1849 and
finally in 2001 by the local town.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-92-76
(Mairie). Open all year long, visit
free of charge by appointment
SAINT-SAVIN ABBEY
AR.G
POUEY ASPÉ CHAPELUZ
Religious heritage
PIÉTAT CHAPEL SAINT-SAVIN
CAU
TOY CHURCH - ESQUIEZE
CROSS OF SAINT
JUSTIN SERS
outstanding monuments
LOU
CAU
TOY
FUNICULAIRE BAREGES
HYDROELECTRIC
PLANT - GEDRE
LOU LOS ANGLES
Around 15 mills, the first one can be visited.
Commentated, free visit from
14/07 to 15/08 and all year
long by appointment. Contact
the Mairie. Tel : +33 (0)5-6297-52-54
Mills which are remarkable because of their architecture.
Guided visits possible. For
information, contact the Gèdre
Tourist Office. Tel : +33 (0)5-6292-35-25
Over 20 mills of which 2 have been restored.
Visits available from June to
September, Wednesdays from
14h-16h. Adult price 3€. Free for
under 16s. Contact Luz Tourist
Office. Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-3030 or the Mairie at Sazos
Tel : +33(0)5-62-92-82-78
Museum with the largest collection of the history of
the Pyrenees
Tel: +33(0)5-62-42- 37-37
A show of water jets, a unique discovery!
Open every day from 31/05 to
31/10: 13h30-18h30.
Adults : 7€ - Children : (-10 ans) :
4€ - Disabled People : 5€
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-29-74 or
+33 (0)6-77-42-15-22
Exposition of ancient tools from the lives of artisans,
peasants and slate-workers.
Open from Monday to Saturday
in July and August from 9h-12h
/ 15h-19h. Free. Tel : +33 (0)562-46-35-97
In the fabulous setting of Louis XV Grand Hôtel
d’Angleterre, varied exposition of traditional and popular
art. Regional costumes (1750-1850), elegant dresses
(1850-1930).
Open all year. Bookings and
prices, Tel : +33 (0)5-62-9202-02
Visit one of the last working French forges. Discover the
world of shepherds and mountain artisans through their
objects, tools and furniture.
Commentated visits every day
throughout the summer holidays
(17h). Outwith the period of
school holidays, visits can be
organised by appointment.
PRICES: Adult : 4€ - Children : 2€.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-12-03
This has the label "Tourisme et Handicap" – Maison open
all year long and boasts a permanent exposition on the
Pyrenees National Park (plantlife, wildlife, …) as well as
many temporary expositions.
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-49-49
Complete and unseen panoramic views of the majestic
cirques of Gavarnie, Troumouse and Estaubé listed as
UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A fun, interactive trail
which lasts an hour - includes an audiovisual show
pectacle presenting five characters from this part of the
the mountains.
Prices : Adults 5 € - Children
(6-11 years old) :2€ - Students
(12/18 years old) : 3€. English /
Spanish. Opening times: all year
long, Monday to Saturday from
9h-12h/14h-18h; and Sundays
during the school holidays at
Christmas, February and during
the summer. Tel : +33 (0)5-6292-35-25
MAIRIE - MAISON
GRADET-POQUE LUZ
SAINT-SAUVEUR
Leaving from the Napoléon III promenade where
several personalities have stayed: writers, philosophers,
historians, men of the State...Visits of the treasury and
the decoration.
Open all year long, Monday to
Friday 8h30-12h30/13h30-18h
and Saturdays from 9h-12h
PORTE DES VALLÉES AGOS-VIDALOS
Exposition "Discovering the Gaves Valleys" : models, films,
informative signs, tourist information.
Free entry, open all year.
Porte des Vallées des Gaves
+33 (0)5-62-97-08-06 www.
portedesvallees.org
V.AZ ARCIZANS-DESSUS
GEDRE-DESSUS
mills
V.AZ
SAINT-PÉ DE BIGORRE
ABBEY
TOY
SAZOS
PYRENEAN MUSEM MEDIEVAL CASTLE IN
LOURDES
LA FÉERIE DES EAUX
LOU - ADE
THE VALLEY OF
BATSURGUÈRE
MUSEUM - SEGUS
TOURIST OFFICE
CAU
museums / expositions
LOU
MUSEUM 1900 CAUTERETS
MONTAGNARD
MUSEUM OF LAVEDAN
- AUCUN
V.AZ
MAISON DU V.AZ
AND THE NATIONAL
PARK
ARRENS - MARSOUS
TOY
AR.G
MILLARIS, MUSEUM
OF DISCOVERY
GAVARNIE - GEDRE
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8. IN PRACTICE
The Grotte, the Basilicas, the fountains,
the baths and the Way of the Cross.
1, av. Mgr Théas Open 7 days a week all year
long.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-78-78 www.lourdes-france.
org
IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF
SAINTE BERNADETTE
A mini 2 hour pilgrimage visiting the
places which touched Bernadette's life.
Free entry.
SAINTE BERNADETTE
MUSEUM
The story of Bernadette and a summary
of the message of Lourdes.
Notre Dame Sanctuaries in Lourdes bd Rémi
Sempé Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-78-78. Open 7 days a
week from 06/04 to 26/10 : 9h-12h /14h-19h.
Free.
THE BOLY MILL BERNADETTE'S BIRTH
PLACE.
The bedroom where Bernadette was
born and the old mill as she would have
known it. (partial disabled access)
Rue B. Soubirous. Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-16-36.
Open every day from 06/04 to 26/10 : 9h-12h &
14h- 18h30. Off season : 15h-17h except school
holidays : 10h-12h / 15h-17h.
FORMER VICARAGE
Bernadette went to this vicarage in 1858
to Abbot Peyramale, the vicar of Lourdes,
to inform him of the Virgin Mary's words.
16, av. du G. Baron Maransin
CACHOT
A prison up until 1824, the cachot is
compiled of one unique cold and dark
room where the Soubirous Family lived
between 1856 and 1858.
Rue des Petits Fossés - Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-51-30.
Open every day from 06/04 to 26/10 : 9h-12h /
14h- 18h00. Off season : 15h-17h except school
holidays : 10h-12h /14h-17h. Free.
SACRED HEART
PARISH CHUCH
The current Parish Church was
constructed between 1875 and 1903. Here
you will find the waters which baptised
Bernadette and the tomb of Abbot
Peyramale.
Place de l’Église. Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-04-06.
Open 7 days a week : 8h30-19h.
The place where Bernadette took her
first communion in 1858.
Lourdes Hospital. 2, av. Alexandre Marqui Tel
: +33 (0)5-62-42-40-98. Open 7days a week
from 06/04 to 26/10: 9h30-12h / 14h-18h.
Off season : 15h-17h except school holidays:
14h-17h. Free.
Bernadette's parents' house after the
apparitions.
2, r. B. Soubirous - Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-22-51.
Open every day from 13/04 to 31/10 : 9h-12h15
/ 14h15-18h30. Price from 10 years onwards
: 2€
SAINTE BERNADETTE
HOSPICE
THE PATERNAL HOUSE
- THE LACADÉ MILL
BARTRÈS VILLAGE –
BARTRÈS
(4km north of Lourdes) Bartrès is a place
where Bernadette spent a few months
at the home of Marie Lagües, her wet
nurse, before the apparitions.
2, rue de l’Eglise 65 100 BARTRES
BERNADETTE'S WET
NURSE'S HOUSE
House in the ancient style with intact
Bernadette’s room
Open during the season 9h-12h Free – Closed
on Sundays by appointment: Tel : +33 (0)5-6242-02-03
THE BERGERIE
Barn where Bernadette guarded sheeps
Route de Lourdes 65 100 Bartres. Open every day
: 9h-18h. Free.
THE VICARAGE
Church where Bernadette came to pray
10, rue de l’église 65 100 Bartres. Open every day
: 9h-19h. Free.
CINEMA LOURDES
Four films :
«Je m’appelle Bernadette», «Bernadette»,
«Thérèse « and «The way».
3 cinemas in Lourdes: • Cinéma Bernadette, Tel:
+33(0(5-62-34-90-89
• Cinéma Majestic, Tel:+33(0)5-62-94-07-73 •
Cinéma Pax, Tel:+33 (0)5-62-32-89-34
town
NOTRE DAME
SANCTUARIES IN
LOURDES
THE LITTLE TRAIN
Place Monseigneur
Laurence
Every 20 minutes
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-07-48 — 7 days a week . from 01/04 to
27/06 and from 08/09 to 31/10. Adult : 6€ - Children (6-12
years old) : 3€ - Family ticket (2 adults – 2 children): 15 € Tel
: +33 (0)5-62-97-42-46 lourdes.visites@wanadoo.fr
WAX MUSEUM
A representation of Christ's
story and Bernadette's
story told by over 100 wax
works characters.
87, rue de la Grotte. Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-33-74 Open
every day from 13/04 to 31/10: 9h-12h / 13h45-18h30
(wenesdays and sundays from 10h). Non-stop from 15/07
to mid-August : 9h-12h30/13h30-18h30 Adults : 7,50€
Students : 5€ - Children (6/12 years old) : 4€ Family Ticket
(2 adults-2 children) : 17€ www.musee-de-cire-lourdes.com
museedecire@wanadoo.fr
The history of Lourdes at
the time of the apparitions
: old jobs from the past,
little businesses, costumes
of the time...
11 rue de l’Égalité - Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-28-00. Open every
day from 01/04 to 31/10 : 9h-12h / 13h45-18h15. Adults:
6,50€ - Children (6 to 12 years old) : 3,50€ - Students /
Disabled people : 4,50€ - Family Ticket (2 adults-2 children):
15 €
www.musee-lourdes.com
Lourdes in miniature at
the time of the apparition
(partial disabled access)
68, av Peyramale - Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-24-36 Open every
day from 01/04 to 20/10 : 9h -12h /13h30-19 ; and
nonstop from14/07 to 20/08 : 9h-19h Adults : 6€- Children
(6 to 12 years old) : 3€ -Students /Disabled people : 5€ Family ticket (2 adults-2children): 15€
www.musee-lourdes.com lepetitlourdes65@orange.fr
BROADCASTING
CENTRE OF THE
MIRACULOUS MEDAL
STORY.
The story of the Miraculous
Medal available in 20
languages (sound and
light show).
3, r. du Porche - Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-42-21. Open from
monday to saturday from 07/04 to 15/10 : 9h-12h /
14h-18h30. Sundays : 14h-18h30 Adults : 3€- Children
(under 12 ) : 1,50€ www.medaillemiraculeuselourdes.fr
CHRISTHI MUSEUM
Museum on popular,
ancient imagery.
Calligraphy and writing
instruments.
24, r. de la Grotte - Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-25-65 all year long,
Monday to Saturday: 9h-12h, 14h18h. Suitable for children
aged 12 or over : 2€. www.musee-christi.fr — E-mail :
musee.christhi@aliceadsl.fr
THE LIFE OF SAINT
BERNADETTE
Audiovisual reconstruction
of Bernadette's life and the
appartitions.
38, rue de la Grotte. Information at the Lourdes Tourist
Office Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-77-40 Open every day from
01/05 to 30/09 : 9h-12h - 14h-18h. price : 4€
AUDIO-GUIDED TOURS
OF THE SANCTUARIES
Visit lasts 1h30 and
includes: the Grotte, the
Saint Bernadette Musem,
the Cachot & the Boly Mill.
Open 7 days a week : from 6/04 to 26/10 : 8h30
-12h30/13h30 - 18h. Adults and Childrren :5€
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-78-78 - www.lourdes-france.org
A representation of several
cribs, nativity scene
Cité Saint-Pierre. Avenur Monseigneur Rodhain. Open from
monday ti saturday, from 01/04 to 31/10: 10h30-12h/14h18h. Adults: 6€ - Children (4 to 12 years old)/Students/
disabled people: 4 €
Tel: +33(0)5-62-46-19-30 www.creche-du-monde.com
contact@creches-du-monde.com
PIC DU MIDI : CABLE
CAR AND MUSEOGRAPHIC ZONE
BAREGES - LA MONGIE
Climb up in the cable
car from the ski resort
of La Mongie. At the
summit, which stands
at 2,877metres above
sea-level, awaits the most
beautiful view of the
Pyrenean chain! Museum,
restaurant and boutique
on site.
Prices : Adults : 34 €, Family : (2 adults + 2 children - 18 years
old) : 88 € - Children (- 12 ans) : 22€ under 6s : free.
Excursion tickets on sale: contact the Tourist Offices in ArgelèsGazost, Barèges or Luz Saint-Sauveur.
N° Indigo (from a French landline) : 0 825 00 28 77
(information, reservations, weather) (0,15€ /mn) www.
picdumidi.com
Open July and August.
OT Grand Tourmalet : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
TOUNABOUPBARÈGES CHAIRLIFT
Whether sporty, just
walking or simply
contemplating life in
general, the Tournaboup
chairlift will allow you to
access several hiking trails
in the area and the area
surrounding Lienz.
PIC DU JER
FUNICULAR
Discover a superb
panoramic view from
the top of the funicular
at 1,000 metres above
sea-level, overlooking the
town and the Gaves Valleys.
There is the possibility of
doing a guided tour of the
caves or descending on
mountain bike. Botanical
trail, bar-restaurant,
panoramic terrace.
59, av F. Lagardère - picdujer@ville-lourdes.fr Tel : +33 (0)5-6294-00-41 www.picdujer.fr
Open from 14/02 to 16/03 : 10h-17h ; from 10/04 to 06/07
& from 15/09 to 02/11 : 9h30-18h ; from 07/07 to 14/09
: 9h30-19h ; from 4/11 to 10/11 : 9h30-17h. Possibility of
taking the funicular as a single journey in either direction.
Round trip prices : Adults : 10€ Young people (12/18 years
old) : 8,50€ Children (6/11 years old) : 7,50€ Family Ticket
(2 adults + 2 children) : 30 € Ticket combining the Medieval
Castle + Pic du Jer : Adults : 14€ Children(6-11) : 9€ - Young
People (12-18) : 11€ Family Ticket : 2 adults + 2 young people
(6-18) : 38€
LOURDES MUSEUM
THE PETIT LOURDES
museum
Monuments and churches
visit lourdes
CRIBS OF THE WORLD
Funicular- Cablecar
PUNTAS CABLE CAR
AND LAC DE GAUBE
CHAIRLIFT.
CAU
LYS CABLE CAR
(Pont d’Espagne, 7 km
from Cauterets) From
the mechanical lift up to
the Pont d'Espagne, you
can continue further and
discover Cayan, Marcadau
and the Lac de Gaube.
The Puntas cable car is open from June to September and the Lac
de Gaube chairlift from mid-May to the the end of September.
Puntas carpark : 15 min. Free. 3 €/h (1st hour). Between 1h and 6h
: 5 €.From 6h to 12h : 5,50€ - Over 12h : 7€
Lac de Gaube : cable car + chairlift — adult: 12€ — child: 10€ —
family (2 ad + 2 ch 6-15yrs old): 10€/pers
Access to the site included in the price. Possibility of buying a
one way ticket in either direction : for information, contacat
the Cauterets Tourist Office +33 (0)5-62-92-50-50
Grand Barbat chairlift.
Open from early July to the end of August. Access to the Ridges
(Cable car+ chairlift). adult:12€ — child: 10€ — family (2 ad+
2 ch 5-15yrs old): 10€/pers — Mountain bike da pass —
adult:17.50€ — child 6-15 years old: 14.50€
for information, contact the Cauterets Tourist Office. +33 (0)562-92-50-50 - Mountainbike transport possibility.
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Discover the plant and wildlife
Observe the birds of prey on the
Pibeste. Images broadcast on screen;
ornithological spectacles.
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-08-06
THE EAGLE
TOWER - CHÂTEAU
DE BEAUCENS BEAUCENS
This historic site, a feudal castle
dating back to XI century, offers you
a fantastic panoramic view of the
Pyrenean chain. It also boasts an
impressive show and presentation of
the most prestigious collection of birds
of prey and parrots in the world.
100, rue du Château, 65400 BEAUCENS. Open
from 13/04 to 28/09. Every day: 15h30-17h.
August: 15h, 16h30, 18h. Adults: 14€ - Children
(3-11 years old): 8,50 €. Tel: +33 (0)5-62-97-1959 www.donjondesaigles.com
Over 500 species of fish from
freshwater, sea swater, African lakes
and Amazonian rivers. Feeding of
the piranhas (Wednesday/Saturday
14h) and shark feeding (Wednesday/
Sunday 15h).
Open all year long (except mondays outwith school
holidays): may/june/september 10h-12h/14h18h; in july ans august: every day 9h30-19h;
from october to april: 10h-12h/14h-17h. Adults:
10,60€ - Children (3 to 1212 years old): 7,60 €.
Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-79-56 www.aquariumtropical-pierrefitte.com
THE PYRENEES
ANIMAL PARK
ARGELES-GAZOST
Welcome to the Pyrenees Animal Park
for a journey which will be rich in
emotion. Come and spend the night
with the wolves in a cabin. New in
2014 : Guyana Land of Colours. Forty
different species, a total immersion in
the heart of the animal world without
barriers or fences. Four biozones
await you on a journey to discover the
beautiful Guyana.
Adults : 16€ Children (3-12 years old) : 11€
Open from 30/03 to 3/11: 9h30 -18h
July and August: 9h30-19h
October : 13h-18h
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-91-07 www.parc-animalierpyrenees.com
BEE PAVILLON —
CAUTERETS
This site invites you to discover the life
of a bee. Come and learn about mild
Beekeeping in our discovery zone :
video, glass-covered working hive, free
tasting, workshop, boutique.
Open every day : July/August, except Sunday
afternoons.
Outwith school holidays, contact us. Tel : +33
(0)5-62-92-50-66
or +33 (0)5-62-96-09-86 Web : www.ballot-flurin.
com
NATIONAL PARK
HOUSE
Museum.
Place de la Gare. Tél : +33 (0)5-62-92-52-56
TROPIC PLANTS ARCIZAC-EZ-ANGLES
You will discover a garden centre of
tropical plants.
Visit free of charge and through reservation.
Tel : +33 (0)6-33-81-12-49 www.tropicflore.com
PYRENEAN TROPICAL
AR.G AQUARIUM
- PIERREFITTENESTALAS
CAU
TOY
THE BON'AIR FARM
LOURDES NEW
Also called "Welcome to the Farm",
this park welcomes you in to discover
animals in your backyard and on the
farm in total simplicity.
EARTHQUAKE RISK
KNOWLEDGE HOUSE.
NEW
LOU
BÉTHARRAM CAVES
-SAINT-PE DE
BIGORRE
THE PIC DU JER CAVES
- LOURDES
underground world magic places
GATEWAY TO THE
VALLEYS – AGOSVIDALOS
LES GROTTES DE
BÉTHARRAM-SAINTPE DE BIGORRE
Open all year long from Tuesday from Saturday.
– Free.
Pic du Jer carpark Information : Lourdes Tourist
Office Tel +33 (0)5-62-34-25-83
Fantastic journey over 5 levels including
a boat trip and finishing aboard a little
train. You will discover architectural
and natural wonders: stalagmites and
stalactites will be dotted along your
journey…
Route des Grottes Tel : +33 (0)5-62-41-80-04
www.betharram.com
Open every day from 26/03 to 30/10: 9h/12h
& 13h30 /17h30 and from 1/07 to 31/08 : 9h
-18h, Monday to Friday 8/02 au 25/03 : visits
at 14h30 & 16h Monday to Thursday and at
14h30 Friday.
Adult 13,50€ - Children (4-12 years old) : 8€
(partial disabled access - 1st floor) :
Disabled adult : 7 € - Disabled child: 4 €
At the summit of the Pic du Jer, at 1000
metres above sea-level, you can do a
guided visit of the caves.
Every hour from 13h40 every day. In high season,
the visits start at 10h10.
Access by funicular or on foot. Interpretation of
the Gaves Valleys landscapes at the exit of the
caves. Adults 3,50€ - Children: 2,50€ Tel : +33
(0)5-62-94-00-41 www.picdujer.fr
Parcours fantastique sur 5 étages
avec un passage en barque et une
sortie en petit train, à la rencontre des
merveilles architecturales de la nature :
les draperies, les stalagmites et les
stalactites… parsèmeront votre visite.
Route des Grottes Tel : +33 (0)5-62-41-80-04
www.betharram.com
Ouvertes tous les jours du 26/03 au 30/10 de
9h/12h et 13h30 /17h30 et du 1/07 au 31/08
de 9h à 18h, du lundi au vendredi du 8/02 au
25/03 : visite à 14h30 et 16h du lundi au jeudi
et à 14h30 le vendredi. Adulte 13,50€ - Enfant
(4-12 ans) : 8,50€ Handicapés (accès partiel - 1er
étage) : Handicapé adulte : 7 € - Handicapé
enfant : 4 €
Au sommet du Pic du Jer, à 1000 m
d’altitude, visite guidée des grottes.
Tous les jours (pour les horaires, contactez le site).
Accès par funiculaire ou à pied. Interprétation
de paysage des Vallées des Gaves à la sortie des
grottes.
Adultes 3,80€ - Enfants (-12 ans) : 2,70€
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41 www.picdujer.fr
15 workshops at 1.40 m above the
ground and 6 which stand at 50
cm with monkey bridges, Nepalese
bridges, wooden bridges and nets,
several tyroleans, Tarzan ropes...
Accessible to children aged 4-10
years old.
Tel : +33 (0)6-82-43-17-95 or +33 (0)6-80-9617-32
Email : afita@wanadoo.fr
Web : www.guide-aventure.pro
LOU
LES GROTTES DU PIC
DU JER - LOURDES
Route de la Forêt Tel : +33 (0)6 74 68 09 25 www.
lafermedubonair.fr
Open : May, June, September, October:
Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays and bank
holidays: 11h-18h ; July and August : from
Monday to Sunday : 11h-18h.
Adults & children (from 2 years old) : 5€
Fun and different activities
ACCROBRANCHE
CHLORO'FIL –
ARGELES GAZOST
DÉVALKART ET
ROOLLERBE HAUTACAM RESORT
SEGWAY - ARGELESGAZOST
Acrobatic forest park near ArgelèsGazost. Tyroleans, monkey bridges,
... plus 150 games over 3 hectars, 13
progressive tracks - 4 for children over
4 years old. 100% secure continuous
lifeline. Arboretum, picnic area,
interactive terminals.
Open from 01/03 to 30/11 reservation. July/
August : 10h-19h - Easter & October Holidays :
13h30-18h. 34, rue du Sailhet. Adults (+14years
old) : 19,50 € - Juniors (+140 cm & –14 years old) :
17€ - Children (-140 cm, over 4 years old) : 13€
Tel : +33 (0)6-84-95-59-95 — Fax : +33 (0)5-6290-37-65
34 rue du Sailhet — www.chlorofil-parc.com —
contact@chlorofil-parc.com
Dévalkart & Rollerbe in Hautacam :
The Devalkart, a fabulous little
machine with 4 wheels, and the
rollerbe and sherpa, little vehicles
somewhere between a scooter and
a bike, offer you the pleasure of
descending the mountain over any
terrain.
Open every day during the school summer holidays
from 11am-6pm.
Address : Station du Hautacam. Tel : +33 (0)5-6297-10-16 www.hautacam.com
Discover the all-terrain Segway in
Argelès-Gazost, fun, intuitive and
ecological ... a new way to move
around the countryside.
For people aged 14 to 80 and weighing between 45
and 118 kg. Converted circuit in the Sailhet natural
site (booking required).
Adult price : 10€ Short circuit initiationAdult price
: 20€ Medium circuit initiationAdult price : 35€
Long circuit initiation. Tel : +33 (0)6 83 66 83
32 e-mail : gyropodett@yahoo.fr
AR.G
MONT‘N’ROLL
STAND UP PADDLE
MOUNTAIN
LUGE DOMAINE
DU HAUTACAM
An all-terrain downhill scooter to slide
down the slopes in a fun and effortless
way, on family or sporty routes.
Accessible to children over 8 years old (or 130cm
tall). Helmet supplied. Transfer to the departure
point included. Duration of activity between 50
minutes and 1.5 hours.
Adult price : from 25€ to 28€Child price : from 15€
to 20€Open : from 01-01-2014 until 12-11-2014
+33 (0)5 62 92 19 49 or +33 (0)6 83 25 75 38
lionel.etikotrek@gmail.com This new activity is like walking on
water, standing on a large board with
a paddle. It takes place in a remarkable
environment - the Lac d’Estaing in the
V.AZ and the Lac de Lourdes - where
the Gaves Sauvages offer initiation
sessions so that you may learn the
pleasure of gliding.
Activity supervised by a river guide.
Basic price : 25€ from age 8 upwards Basic price
: 35€ «sunset» session in the evening
+33 (0)5 62 97 06 06 or +33 (0)6 13 79 09 58 —
info@gaves-sauvages.fr
Thrill and discovery, 670 m of toboggan
track on the slopes of Hautacam.
Non-transferable and non-consecutive pass sold at
the ticket station.
Open all year : weekends, bank holidays and every
day during school holidays.
Prices : 3,50€ per descent. 14€ for 5 descents. 27€
for 10 descents.
Tel : +33 (0)5 62 97 10 16 – www.hautacam.com
CAU
ACCROBRANCHE LES
ALIAS
THE TROTTINHERBE
DESCENT
LUZ-SAINT-SAUVEUR
Adults, children & groups — Tel: +33(0)6-04-02-78-46 Open in july and august
ACROBATIC FOREST
TRAIL
LUZ-SAINT-SAUVEUR
1 trail for children & 2 for adults.
BUNGEE JUMPING
ELASTIC PACIFIC
6, rue de Barèges — Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-33-47
BUNGEE JUMPING
BUREAU DES GUIDES
- LUZ
Place du 8 mai — Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-87-28 ou 06-08-71-27-55
BUREAU DES GUIDES –
GAVARNIE- GEDRE
Tel: +33(0)6-83-31-08-16
Open 7 days a week in July and August. May, June,
September, open weekends and by reservation
during the week. The month of October is open
solely by reservation.
Tel : +33 (0)6-82-40-12-21
TOY AVENTURE - LUZ
BOBSLEIGH - GEDRE
DÉVAL’CABLE- COL DU
V.AZ SOULOR - ARRENS-
Open every day in July and August : 10h -12h & 14h -19h.In the Winter : school holidays at
Christmas and February : 15h- 18h.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-48-54
Tyrolean : 300 m of sensations and
thrills for adults and for children.
open in july and august
For more information contact the Maison du V.AZ :
+33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
Tyrolienne : 300 m de sensations et de
frissons pour enfants et adultes.
Ouvert juillet et août.
Maison du V.AZ Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
MARSOUS
DÉVAL’CABLE- COL
V.AZ DU SOULOR
ARRENS-MARSOUS
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8. IN PRACTICE
Mountains, climbing, canyoning…
CAU
AR.G
V.AZ
TOY
La Pradette Tel : +33 (0)5-62-41-81-48
www.sport-nature.org E-mail : sportnature@cg65.fr
HAUTES-PYRÉNÉES SPORT
NATURE
SAINT-PE DE BIGORRE
Association approved in outdoor
sports: rafting, minirafting,
kayaking, canyoning, airboat,
hydrospeed…
B UREAU DES GUIDES ET
ACCOMPAGNATEURS
4, rue de la Raillère. Tel : +33 (0)6-42-06-33-82 — www.guides-Cauterets.com
TOM RAFTING
Tel : +33 (0)6-84-85-18-16
LECHÊNE DES MONTAGNES
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-59-83 ou 06-88-71-90-77 — www.lechenedesmontagnes.
com
ALBERT FITA
Les Alias, Hameau du Concé. Tel : +33 (0)6-82-43-17-95 ou 06-80-96-17-32 —
www.guide-aventure.pro
ÉCOLE DU CANYON
Tel : +33 (0)6-85-05-53-42 — www.ecoleducanyon.com
LES GAVES SAUVAGES ARGELESGAZOST
("THE WILD GAVES")
2, av. des Pyrénées Tel:+ 33 (0)5-62-97-06-06 06 13-79-09-58 www.gavessauvages.fr info@gaves-sauvages.fr
CLUB SPORTIF D’ISABYVILLELONGUE
24, rue des Couscouillets — Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-20-77 www.isaby.eu — isaby@
wanadoo.fr
ECOLORADO - AGOS-VIDALOS
8, Les Arailles Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-54-54 — www.rafting-ecolorado.com —
contact@rafting-ecolorado.com
O2 ROCHE - ARGELES-GAZOST
2, av. des Pyrénées - Tel : +33 (0)6-77-04-33-50 — www.o2roche.com — info@
o2roche.com
BUREAU DES GUIDES
Place de la République - Tel : +33(0)6-84-49-86-38 — guidesargeles@gmail.
com — guidesargeles.blogspot.fr
LE PAVILLON DES SENSATIONSAGOS-VIDALOS
Le Lac vert Tel : +33 (0)6-61-40-04-17/ +33 (0)5-67-45-46-42 — www.
pavillondessensations.com — contact@pavillondessensations.com
MOUNTAIN HOUSE OF V.AZ
Tél : +33 (0)6-95-20-30-03 — www.loisirs-nature-montagne-pyrenees.com
ENVERGURES
Tél : +33 (0)6-89-71-15-91 — www.envergures-speleo.com
BUREAU DES GUIDES –
GAVARNIE-GEDRE
Tel: +33(0)6-83-31-08-16
ELASTIC PACIFIC LUZ
AVENTURES
LUZ-SAINT-SAUVEUR
Route de Barèges Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-33-47
BUREAU DES GUIDES - LUZ
Maison de la Montagne Place du 8 mai — Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-87-28 ou
05-62-92-91-07
CHRISTOPHE CRAMPE - LUZ
Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-36-20 ou 06-86-27-98-12
In the air, paragliding
COMME UN OISEAU AUCUN
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-47-63 ou 06-42-36-90-78 — infos@commeunoiseau.com
CENTRE ECOLE
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-40-40 ou 06-31-42-99-18 — contact@cerpp.fr
CAU
where to go climbing!
LOU
TOY
LOU
V.AZ
COKT’AILE
PARAPENTE - AUCUN
TOY THEIL DIDIER
Tel : +33 (0)6-47-19-84-39 ou 06-76-26-99-40 — coktaile.parapente@wanadoo.fr
Tel : +33 (0)6 08 17 63 34 — didier.theil@wanadoo.fr — www.ski-parapente-pyrenees.com
Hautacam take-off area. Renseignements Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Topoguide escalade 17 sites - 489 voies : "Escalade au naturel dans les Hautes Pyrénées"
( Hautes Pyrénées Tourisme Environnement - Editions Cairn) - Prix Public 10 €
FALAISES DU CLOT PONT
D’ESPAGNE - CAUTERETS
In this naturally conserved and grand site within the Pyrenees National Park,
you will find several appointed climbing routes and rock-climbing schools
for all levels.
VIA FERRATA «LES ALIAS»
LIEU DIT CONCÉ - CAUTERETS
The Via Ferrata “Les Alias” was
appointed by a professional
mountaineer. Intense sensations
in complete security - + 5 tyroleans
( from 45 m to 260 m long) situated
at over 80 m above the ground.
LE FRONTON - CAUTERETS
This is a wall created especially for practising rock-climbing: : several routes
up are available to everyone, beginners or experienced climbers.
SALLE D’ESCALADE - GEDRE
A room which stands over 18m high. All year from Monday to Saturday 9h12h/14h-18h ; late nights: Tuesdays and Thursdays until 21h In winter, Tuesday
all alo,g the year ; Sundays during the school holidays at Christmas, February
and the summer holidays. Adults : 5€ - Children (6/11 years old) : 2€ - Students
(12/18 years old) : 3€
Pass 10 entries: 35€ — Information and bookings Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-35-25
VIA FERRATA DE COUMELY
(BETWEEN GEDRE ET GAVARNIE)
3km before the village of Gavarnie,
Chaos de Coumély. Level TD - 180m
total climb and 400m long. From
2 to 4 hours.
CAU
HENRI NOGUÉ
06.80.73.07.00. Email : courrier@guide-gavarnie.com ou Henri.guide@
orange.fr
BAPTISTE LONS
06 59 04 65 47 Email : baptiste.lons@gmail.com
THERMAL PARK CLIMBING WALL
LUZ-SAINT-SAUVEUR
8 routes / Luz Tourist Office.. Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-30-30
ROCHER ÉCOLE - VALLÉE
D’AYGUES-CLUSES - BAREGES
Barèges Tourist Office.. Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-16-00
VIA FERRATA AU PONT
NAPOLÉON LUZ-SAINT-SAUVEUR
Information Elastic Pacific Luz Aventure. Tel : +33 (0) 62-92-33-47 ou au Bureau
des Guides Tel: +33 (0)5-62-92-87-28
FALAISE (CLIFF) OF CASTERA –
SIANT PE DE BIGORRE
10 routes from 6 until 10 meters of different level (IV – VI c)
FALAISE D’ARRAYOULET
ARRENS-MARSOUS
Direction the Tech Dam 12 practisable routes from IV to VI. Maison du V.AZ Tel:
+33(0)5-62-97-49-49
BASE DE LOISIRS - ARRENSMARSOUS
Climbing wall, 4 routes from IV to VII — Maison du V.AZ. Tel: +33(0)5-62-9749-49
General opening of the fishing season in lakes and rivers is from 8 March until 21 September 2014.
Opening of mountain lakes (situated over 1,000 metres above sea-level) is from 31 May until 5 October
2014. Specific opening on 8 March of the Lac d’Estaing and the Lac du Tech (Val d’Azun). For more
information visit: www.federationpeche.fr.
PISCICULTURE
FÉDÉRALE
Specialised in rearing fish. No trout for
sale. Visit free of charge.
FLY FISHING TRAIL
«NO KILL»
Pont d’Espagne and the Plateau du Cayan — Info : APPMA Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-57-06 or +33
(0)5-62-92-07-58 or in the POS allowed by the fishing association.
PARC DU LUTIN
PÊCHEUR — LAUAR.G BALAGNAS
FISHING PERMIT ON
SALE
Du lundi au samedi: 9h-12-/15-18h. Été: ts les jours 9h-19h. (2 €/pers) Production/sale. Tel:
+33(0)5-62-97-02-05 www.latruitedespyrenees.com latruitedespyrennes@orange.fr
PIERREFITTE-NESTALAS : tourist office Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-71-31 — ARGELES-GAZOST : tourist
office Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-00-25
Rue Léon Ross - Tel: +33(0)5-62-41-80-07 — (Mairie) ou 05-62-41-88-10 (OT)
FISHING TRAIL
2 trails for children : “le Hoo” in Arrens- Marsous & “la Laquette” in Arrens-Marsous. Relaxation
trail in Arrens-Marsous Information Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-67-59
AILES CABALIROS ARGELES-GAZOST
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-87-59 — www.ailes-cabaliros.com — parapente@ailes-cabaliros.com
V.AZ ARRENS-MARSOUS ET
AIR AVENTURE
PYRÉNÉES - BAREGES
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-28-19 ou 06-81-50-86-50
contact@ecole-parapente-pyrenees.com — www.ecole-parapente-pyrenees.com
BUREAU DES GUIDES -
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-87-28 — contact@guides-de-luz.fr
HENRI NOGUÉ
Tel : +33 (0)6-80-73-07-00
LUZ AVENTURE - LUZST-SAUVEUR
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-92-33-47 ou 06-80-60-92-28 — luz-aventure@wanadoo.fr
ALT’YVOLE
24, av du Docteur Labayle — Tel : +33 (0)6-15-37-85-81 — yvole65@gmail.com
AUCUN
TOY LUZ SAINT-SAUVEUR
CAUTERETS
Visite gratuite. Ouvert tous les jours sauf le
dimanche. Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-53-73
FISHING TRAIL- SAINTPE DE BIGORRE
LOU
CAU PARAPENTE -
Access free or with a guide. Gèdre or
Gavarnie Tourist Offices.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-48-05 or +33
(0)5-62-92-49-10
Gèdre Tourist Office. Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-48-05
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-90-30-36 ou 06-84-45-56-71 — aerobie@free.fr
AÉROBIE - SALLESAR.G ARGELES
www.guide-aventure.pro — Albert Fita,
guide : afita@wanadoo.fr
Tel: +33(0)6-80-96-17-32 ou 06-8243-17-95
ROCHER ÉCOLE DU PRAT (ROAD
OF HÉAS - 2KM FROM GÈDRE)
Fishing
V.AZ RÉGIONAL DE
PARAPENTE - AUCUN
The Gave de Pau was greaty affected by the flooding which occurred in June 2013. In addition to this, in order to secure the
practice of water sports in 2014, it is prohibited to use the section between Soulom and Beaucens (Lac des Gaves) where serious
river works are planned.
TRAIL FOR CHILDREN BAREGES, GEDRE,
GAVARNIE & LUZ-STSAUVEUR
Information in the local Tourist Offices
TROUT FISHING - LUZ-
Fishing in ponds and lakes — Chilean leisure park - Tel : +33(0)5-62-92-80-24
FISHING GUIDE
Thierry Borderolle Tél : +33 (0)6-25-74-55-52 — www.noisetteguidedepeche.fr
FISHING PERMITS
ON SALE
LUZ SAINT SAUVEUR
Tourist Office, place du 8 mai - Tel: +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30 ; Eth Toy - Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-8088; Parinet - Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-82-06
TOY ST-SAUVEUR
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Over 1,130 km of marked out, mountain biking routes for use in all seasons will allow you to discover the landscapes and the riches of our country. Whether a beginner
or an experienced rider, you have the choice between 73 circuits labelled by the French Cycling Federation !
THE PROFESSIONALS
Liste available in the Tourist Offices. 2 mountain biking schools: • Pyrenissime Vélo sport Tel
: +33 (0)6-75-63-01-57 • Club VTT de Lourdes Tel : +33 (0)6-64-02-16-13
THE PIC DU JER
DESCENT, LOURDES
500m total climb. 3 circuits at all levels are
now available: black, red and blue
Accessible from Lourdes, from the Pic du
Jer funicular.
Prices : day or 1/2 day : information +33
(0)5-62-94-00-41
CIRQUE DU LYS
DESCENT AND BIKE
PARK, CAUTERETS
1500m total climb, an exceptional
environment with intense sensations
guarenteed!
Accessible from Cauterets (Lys cable car and
Grand Barbat chairlift)
Prices : 16€ / day. Tel : +33 (0)5-62-9250-50
TOURNABOUP
DESCENT, BARÈGES
Whether green or blue pistes on well-kept
grass or on wild undergrowth ... get ready
for guarenteed thrills with over 600 metres
to climb!
Several possible mountain bike descents
with a chairlift to help you back up in the
Laquette sector...
Information : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
PIC DU MIDI DE
BIGORRE DESCENT, LA
MONGIE
Descent possible from 1/07 to 30/09. Take the
cable car to reach the summit at 2,877 metres
above sea-level. Descent over 1,600 metres of
altitude in the high mountain and appreciate
the majestic panoramic view of the Pyrenees.
Reserved for experienced sportsmen and
women. Prices : 34€/day ; mountain bike
season ticket (unlimited access) : 70€
N° indigo : 0-825-00-28-77
Guide book prices : 10 € each (on sale in the
Tourist Offices).
MOUNTAIN BIKING IN
TOTAL LIBERTY
General maps available free of charge in the
Tourist Offices and Information Points.
• Mountain Bike guide book, volume 1 brings
together the circuits in the LOU and the AR.G.
• Mountain Bike guide book, volume 2 brings
together the circuites in the V.AZ, the Valley of
Cauterets and the TOY.
CYCLES HUBERT
ARBES”
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V.AZ V.AZ LOISIRS - AUCUN
TOY
AR.G
TOY
Guarded mountain refuges
SUMMER
WINTER
June until October. unguarded
BARROUDE 05 62 39 61 10
BASTAN 05 62 98 48 80
BAYSSELANCE 05 62 92 40 25
End May until October. unguarded
BRÈCHE DE ROLLAND /
SARRADETS 06 83 38 13 24
06 83 38 13 24
End May until October. Mid-February until midMarch. Contact the guardian
CAMPANA DE
CLOUTOU 06 16 66 30 37
05 61 06 58 09
DU CLOT 05 62 92 61 27
May until October. December Early December until
until April
early April
ESPUGUETTES 05 62 92 40 63
15 June until 15 September
unguarded
ESTOM 05 62 92 07 18
1st June until the last
weekend in September unguarded
ILHEOU 05 62 92 07 18
June until October unguarded
L'OULE 05 62 98 48 62
Week ends in May and mid
June until mid-September. Mid-December until end
March
LA GLERE 06 80 01 25 64
1st June until September
From 11 February until
8 May
LA GRANGE DE HOLLES LARRIBET MARCADAU WALLON 05 62 92 48 77
05 62 92 48 77
End of April until end of
September and October
weekend. Mid-February until end April. 05 62 97 25 39
06 88 29 89 60
June until end September
(weekends in oct. Through
reservation) Easter holidays Zone A
until May 05 62 92 64 28
April until end September 1st weekend in February
Octobre through reservation until end April 05 62 92 62 97
06 74 84 87 91
From 1 march to 15 may and
from 19 June to the end of
September (all the week end
of October)
MIGOUELOU 05 62 97 44 92
06 80 51 32 81
From 15 June until 15
September. unguarded
OREDON 06 23 05 72 60
From end May until end
September
unguarded
PAILHA 06 81 84 39 95 /
05 62 92 48 48
From end June until end
September unguarded
GORIZ
974.34.12.01.
Guarded all year long. Capacity : 96 places. Guardians : M. Antúnez, T. López & A.
Ansuategui. Managed by : FAM (Federación Aragonesa de Montañismo).
974.50.12.03 /
974.34.11.47.
E-mail : r.pineta@
teleline.es
Guarded all year long. Capacity : 71 places, Outside guardian times : 4 places.
Guardians : E. Mata, C. Irigaray, C. Laglera. Managed by : FAM (Federación Aragonesa de
Montañismo).
OULETTES DE GAUBE PINETA-RONATIZA
10, av. F. Abadie - - Tel : +33 (0)5-6294-05-51
Mountain bike, road bike and racing bike
rentals.
51, Rue du Bourg- Tel : +33 (0)5-6291-66-87
Mountain bike and racing bike rentals from
June to september.
1 avenue du Monge - Tel : +33 (0)5-6242-69-08
Mountain bike- Col de Couraduque
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-42-16
1, route de Pierrefite — Tél : +33 (0)5-6292-58-30
ARDIDEN VÉLOS - LUZST-SAUVEUR
Racing bike and all road bike rental
5, place du 8 mai Tel: +33(0)6-09-5531-02 www.ardidenvelos.com
OLIVIER JEAN - LUZST-SAUVEUR
Gran Tourmalet Bike Tour - Racing bike and all
road bike rental
Tel: +33(0)6-80-07-15-69 — olivier.
jean@gtbt.fr
SPORT LOISIR
DIFFUSION ARGELES-G
Road bike & all road bike rentals.
Closed every Sunday and Monday during term
time and only closed on Sundays during the
summer period July/August. 1,Av.G. de Gaulle
- Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-55-78
O2 CYCLES PYRÉNÉES
- ARGELES-GAZOST
Road bike & all road bike rentals.
Tel: +33(0)6 65 37 10 10 – 07 61 17 46 71
www.o2cyclespyrenees.com — contact@
o2cyclespyrenees.com
LOCAVÉLO
Mountain bike and all road bike rentals
Café de la Gare — Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-75-32
LAFONT SPORTS ARGELES-GAZOST
Mountain bike and all road bike rentals
Place du foirail — Tel: +33(0)6-71-8191-76 et
05-62-97-00-20
GRAN TOURMALET
BIKE TOUR
All inclusive bike trip. Luz Saint-Sauveur
www.gtbt.fr — Tel: +33(0)6-80-07-15-69
Séjours tout compris en VTT ou vélo de route
www.balaguere-by-bike.com
V.AZ BALAGUERE BY BIKE
05 62 95 89 19
Racing bike and all road bike rental all
year long
CAU SKILLYS
bike rental
the bonuses of mountain biking - adrenalin in action
On two wheels
On horseback
BOURDALAT
A list of relay riders and coaches offering horseback riding and
donkey riding lessons available is in the Tourist Offices.
Horse and pony trekking for all levels. Riding
lessons, boarding ... TREC course. Food
and shelter.
Treks available through reservation. Tel : +33
(0)5-62-97-16-58
got_fr@hotmail.fr — www.centre-equestrepyrenees.com — lebourdalat@live.fr
Rides, treks and courses
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-53-69 — www.
bernicaze.com
Horse-riding centre.
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-41-18 ou 06-30-9395-06
LES ÂNES D’AZUN
Rides and rent of donkeys.
Tél : +33(0)5-62-97-53-40
LE BRIDON
EQUESTRIAN FARM
LAC D’ESTAING
Horse and poney trekking. July and August
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-09-45
LIENZ EQUESTRIAN
FARM - BAREGES
Horseriding centre and farm. Horse and
pony trek.
From 1/07 to 31/08 — Tel: +33(0)5-62-9219-30 ou 05-62-92-96-01
pascal.chanay@orange.fr
ASSOCIATIONS FOR
Trek along the path to Gavarnie on a donkey
or on horseback.
No reservation necessary. For groups,
telephone +33 (0)6-87-11-95-86.
Price 35 €/3h- (helmets given on request)
AR.G EQUESTRIAN FARM
OUZOUS
BERNICAZE
EQUESTRIAN FARM
ARRAS-EN-LAVEDAN
MOULIAN
EQUESTRIAN FARM
V.AZ ARRENS-MARSOUS
TOY RENTING FRAME
MOUNTS - GAVARNIE
CLUB VIGNEMALE GAVARNIE
Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-40-00 ou 06-89-22-9665. — www.cheval-gavarnie.com
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8. IN PRACTICE
Leisure activities at the lake in Lourdes. Free access
: pedalos, promenades, mountain biking (bathing
forbidden)
Tél: 05 62 32 50 59 (pédalos) —
Tél: 06 52 43 78 97 (kayak)
Tél: 07 81 87 78 74 (stand
up paddle)
SAINT PE DE BIGORRE
Piscine découverte municipaleTs les jours vacances
scolaires 10h-12h/ 15h-19h
Av Sanche de Gascogne — Tel:
+33 (0)5 62 41 81 59
Sporting complex open all year. In the winter, relaxation,
pleasure, fitness in the 25m pool. Several activities are
offered : swimming lessons for children, perfecting your
technique for adults, aquagym, aquafobie and new this
year 2013 : aquabiking classes. In the summer, in a green
park surrounded by the mountains, you can enjoy the
outdoor pools, the super flumes, the children's area... in a
secure family environment. Picnics allowed, but there is a
snack bar on site should you wish to "dine out".
Open in july 2014
GEU
Leisure activies "Le Lac vert" Surveilled swimming, flumes,
pedalos, canoes, … from June to August 10h-18h
Tel: +33 (0)5 62 97 99 99
ARRENS MARSOUS
Fun outdoor swimming pool from 01/07 to 31/08 10h-19h
7 days a week.
Tel: +33 (0)5 62 97 01 62 ou 05
62 97 02 54
ESTAING
Lac d'Estaing Free access: hiking, mountain biking,
fishing, horse-riding (in the summer season)
Tel: +33 (0)5 62 97 49 49
Outdoor and covered swimming pool
Esplanade des Œufs — Tel: +33
(0)5 62 92 61 30 ou 05 62
92 50 34
Helios Pool July/August 7 days a week 13h30-19h45
Fun space (wii, games, ...): july and august+winter
hodidays 17h30-19h30
Tel: +33 (0)5 62 92 17 00 ou 06
88 88 06 11
Discovery pool from June to August ; 29 june to 24
september.
Tel: +33 (0)5 62 92 83 60
GEDRE
Fun Pool 7days a week from the end of June until the end
of August. 10h-18h30
Tel: +33 (0)5 62 92 49 61
CAU
INDOOR ICE RINK CAUTERETS
Prices, dates & opening hours : information at the Ice Rink or the Mairie. Tel : +33 (0)5-62-9250-34 or +33 (0)-62-92-49-61 Prices = adults : 7€ ; children: 5€
TOY
INDOOR ICE RINKGEDRE
AR.G
V.AZ
LAU BALAGNAS
CAU CAUTERETS
BAREGES
ice skating
TOY LUZ SAINT SAUVEUR
mini-golf
LOU
LOURDES PYRENEES
GOLF CLUB
38 route du Sailhet - Lau
Balagnas
Tel: +33 (0)5-62-97-01-95 —
www.laufolies.com
Horaires d’ouverture et tarifs
sur le site :
www.guide-piscine.fr/hautespyrenees/piscine-lau-folies-alau-balagnas-1452_P
Covered ice rink
Opening hours vary according to
the seasons.
For more information contact
the Gèdre Tourist Office on +33
(0)5-62-92-48-05.
18 hole course (with practice & putting green).
Chemin du Lac Tel : +33 (0)5-6242-02-06
www.golf-lourdes.fr golf.
lourdes@wanadoo.fr
MINI GOLF - ARRENS
MARSOUS
MINI GOLF CAUTERETS
15 holes
CAU
TOY
MINI GOLF - LUZSAINT-SAUVEUR
Open from June to September. Résidence “Le Chili” Qu. Thermal - Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-80-24
ZA des Arailles. Tel : +33 (0)5-6290-33-68.
quadnew65@orange.fr
QUAD NEW 65 - AGOSVIDALOS
LOU
SKATE PARK LOURDES
Rue Saint Exupéry - Quartier de Sarsan
CAU
STREET PARK CAUTERETS
Spine 1m50, Curb, Fun box with dyke, inclined plan,
Quarter pyramid 3 faces with dyke, Beryl bank, Hand rail.
AR.G
SKATE PARK SOULOM
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-71-31
TOY
SKATE PARK - LUZSAINT-SAUVEUR
Avenue Maoubesi
TENNIS CLUB LOURDES
19, av. A. Marqui - Tel: +33(0)5-62-94-00-90
TENNIS - SAINT-PE DE
BIGORRE
Avenue Sanche de Gascogne — Sur réservation Tel: +33(0)5-62-41-80-07
TENNIS
Rue Pasteur. Tennis-club-pierrefitte@orange.fr — Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-70-50 - booking : Tourist
office.
COMPLEXE SPORTIF
DU SAILHET
LAU-BALAGNAS
6 outdoor tennis courts including 1 floodlit, tennis school,
snack & club house.
TENNIS - ARRAS-ENLAVEDAN
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-07-67
TENNIS - ARRENSMARSOUS
Base de Loisirs
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-01-62 (l’été)
ou Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-49-49
(hors saison).
5 outdoor courts near a play area for children.
July & August. Prices: information
on site or at the Mairie, Tel : +33
(0)5-62-92-50-34
1 court opposite the ice rink.
Keys to be collected from the
Gèdre Tourist Office. 5 €/h.
Information Tel : +33 (0)5-6292-48-05
AR.G
V.AZ
CAU TENNIS - CAUTERETS
TENNIS - GEDRE
TENNIS PARC SOUBIE
LUZ-SAINT-SAUVEUR
Open to all and free. Théâtre de
la Nature.
Open all year. Tel: +33(0)6-7766-90-15 benmendez@live.fr
Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-80-60 ou 05-62-92-30-30
TOY TENNIS - ESQUIEZE-
Base de Loisirs - Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-81-72
SERE
Base de Loisirs Tel : +33 (0)5-6297-01-62 (summer) or Tel : +33
(0)5-62-97-49-49
V.AZ
Quad rides, reserved exclusively for people who have a
driving licence with validation for a motorbike of 125cm3
or a Permis B.
AR.G
LOU
tennis / squash
Swimming Pools / Leisure Centres
LOU
skate park
LOURDES
moto
quad
Family activities
Open from Easter to the October
holidays.Hours and prices
on site.
Centre ville, Esplanade des Oeufs
SQUASH - BAREGES
(SPACE HÉLIOS)
Open to everyone. Rent the court and borrow the material. Tel : +33 (0)6-88-88-06-11 or +33
(0)5-62-92-17-00
TERRAIN MULTISPORT
- BAREGES
Tennis, basket, football, badminton,…
Reservation and material rental
: Tourist Office. Tel : +33 (0)562-92-16-00
Thermal spa
NAME
CHARACTERISTICS
THERMALISM/ TREATMENT
Mineral water at 12 °C rich in chlorine, Phlebology (venous insufficiency, phlebitis,
sulfure, sodium, rich in oligo-elements lymphedema of the arm) ENT / respiratory
and fluor.
ARGELÈS-GAZOST
LUZ SAINTSAUVEUR
CAUTERETS
BAREGES
BEAUCENS
FITNESS
Le Jardin des Bains: exotic setting, oriental atmosphere.
Aqaultiques gardens, hammam, jacuzzi, bath scents. Aerobics,
aqua phobia, aqua fun.
NEW IN 2014 - Aquatapis» in the Jardin des Bains : an ideal
activity to shape up your figure or equally as part of physical
training for the more energetic amongst us, the «Aquatapis»
allows you to run or walk on a treadmill whilst being immersed
in water.
45 min: 12€ - Pass 10 entries: 108 €
OPENING HOURS, DATES, PRICES
LUZEA Pools, jacuzzi, steam room, saunas, baths and massages. Open all year long
Treatments: Phlebology, renal venous
Sulphurous thermal waters, rich in
lymphedema tratiement affcetions gynecological, Personal care, cellu M6 formulas half-day discovery packages,
sodium alkaline rare gases. Fully
offers rejuvenation, wellness treatments, silhouette
renovated with accommodation built. ENT / respiratory
Two thermal spas at 932 m above
sea-level altitude : les
Thermes de César (ORL et
Rhumatology in adults & children) in
the town centre,
les Thermes les Griffons
(Rhumatology in adults & children) 2
km from the town centre.
ENT and respiratory tract in
the Thermes de César (adults and children);
Rheumatology at the Thermes les Griffons.
Treatment for children and adolescents in the new
pavilion ENT (arranged for this purpose)
• Les Bains du Rocher : Fitness and Wellness - 2 indoor and
outdoor pools, bubble bench, mild river rapids, tropical shower,
sauna, hammam, chromotherapy, aesthetic space.
• Cauterets well-being La Balnéothérapie Tel : 05-62-92-60-00
www.hotelbalneoaladin.com
• Aroma Spa Center 05-62-92-11-11
www.hotelresidencelelys.com
Sulphurous thermal water, sodium,
alkaline, rich in silica at 42 ° C.
rheumatology (arthritis, sciatica, scoliosis,
fibromyalgia) and sequelae of musculoskeletal
trauma (fractures, sprains, dislocations ...) in
the Thermes de Barèges. ENT / respiratory tract
(rhinitis, sinusitis, nasopharyngitis ...) in the
Thermes de Barzun
Ciéléo offers individual treatments, swimming pools, jacuzzi,
sauna, whirlpool, steam room, supplemented by a fun office
design.
Thermal spa in the middle of a park
which covers 8 hectares, surrounded
by trees and greenary, 1km from the
village of Beaucens.
Rheumatology, joint disease, back pain, posttraumatic sequelae. Mineral water, chlorinated
sodium, calcium, fluoride, radioactive.
Swimming baths, aérobains, underwater showers,
massages, relaxation ...
CONTACT
Treatments: from mid-April to mid-October each Thermes et Centre Thermoludique d’Argelèsmorning from Monday to Saturday. Fitness: Every Gazost Avenue Adrien Hébrard
65400 Argelès-Gazost
day all year long. 2h adult pass: 17 €
Tel. 05 62 97 03 24 / Fax 05 62 97 91 56
www.thermes-argeles.fr
contact@thermes-argeles.fr
http://www.lejardindesbains.com»
Quartier thermal av Impératrice
Eugénie65120 Luz saint-Sauveur
www.luz.org
Tel: +33 (0)5 629 92 81 58 Fax: 05 62
92 30 50
Av. du Dr Domer- Tél : 05-62-92-51-60
Email : accueil@thermesdeCauterets.com
www.thermesdeCauterets.com
Treatment : open from 05/05 to 01/11
Fitness Ciéléo: Opening : early December until
Easter every day from 15h to 20h & from 10h to 12h
& from 15h to 20h during the school holidays. May
-October : from 16h to 19h30 & from 15h to 20h
during the school holidays.
Rue Ramond Tel : 05-62-92-68-02
Fax : 05-62-92-66-81
www.thermes-bareges.com
Email : thermes.bareges@wanadoo.fr
Open from the beginning of May until October
Thermal Spa Tel : 05-62-97-04-21
Fax : 05-62-97-16-60
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Day leisure centres
and nurseries
Fun late into the night
CLSH (centre de loisirs sans hébergement)-nurseries
Day (between 14 & 16 €) half-day (between 7 & 8,50 €).
Maison Gradet-Poque. Information and registration +33
(0)6-45-19-46-22- or +33 (0)5-62-42-98-55. j.club.
association@luz.org
« Les Petits Lutins »
CENTRE DE LOISIRS SOLEIL – Tel: +33(0)5-62-42-58-24 ou
06-88-77-65-35
BARÈGES
Centre Hélios. Leisure Centre for 3
-12 year olds
39 rte Labatsus — Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-16-00 ou 06-8888-06-11
LOURDES
“La Souris verte” - Nursery for
children from 3 months to 4 years old.
From Monday to Friday 7 h 30 to 19 h all year...
14, rue du Pibeste - 65100 LOURDES — Tel: +33(0)5-6242-17-97.
CAU CINÉMA
“Les Farfadets”. Leisure Centre for
4-14 year olds.
Wednesdays/school holidays / (except Christmas) whole day
or half day. Place de la Gare - Tel: +33 (0)5-62-97-90-66 or
+33 (0)6-74-03-15-27. www.argeles-gazost.fr/gp/accueil-deloiisrs-Les-Farfadet/14
V.AZ
“Les Copains d’abord” Leisure Centre
for 3 to 12 year olds.
Open school holidays (zone A) except Christmas holidays.
Whole day or half day (themed weeks, hands-on activities,
outings...) Tel : +33 (0)6-48-38-85-06
Garderie Les Marmottes. from 2
months up to 4 years old
5 place Bordenave — Tél: 05-62-97-57-01 / 05-62-92-50-34
«Aux 4 vents» from 3 to 12 years old
32 av du Mamelon vert — Tel : +33(0)5-62-45-10-42 /
05-62-92-08-96
CAUTERETS
Ski resort
NAME OF SKI RESORT
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING
DOWNHILL SKIING
ALT FOOT OF ALT HIGHEST
SLOPE
POINT
discothèque
ARRENS –MARSOUS
Avenue du Maréchal Foch
LOURDES
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-4227-97
AR.G LE CASINO
Parc Thermal, 2 av Adrien Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97Hébrard ARGELES GAZOST 29-65
LE REFUGE
Barèges
Tel : +33 (0)6 73 89
85 46
MAISON DE LA VALLÉE
Luz Saint-Sauveur
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-9238-38
Esplanade des Œufs
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-9205-26
Arrens Marsous
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-9749-49
LOU LE PHÉNIX
19 avenue Francis
Lagardère LOURDES
Tel : +33 (0)6-87-2646-69
TOY LE COCO LOCO
Luz Saint-Sauveur
Tel : +33 (0)6-78-1284-48
TOY
MAISON DU VAL
D'AZUN
casino
ARGELÈS-GAZOST
LOU CINÉMA LE PALAIS
AR.G CASINO
50 fruit machines- 1 black jack table
2000. Open from 10pm until 2am
during the week and from 10am
until 4am weekends and eves of
bank holidays.
Parc Thermal, 2 av Adrien Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97Hébrard ARGELES GAZOST 53-00
autre
PIERREFITTENESTALAS
cinema
J-club : children from 3 to 12 years old.
school holidays, Monday to Friday
from 8h30 to 18h30.
LUZ SAINT SAUVEUR
TOY BOWLING LE TXOKO
open all year 11am-2am
17, rue de Barèges
ESQUIEZE SERE
GREEN
SLOPE
BLUE
SLOPE
RED SLOPE
BLACK
SLOPE
NEW SLIDING ZONE / CHILD AREA
SNOW SHOEING
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-9235-57
CONTACT
GAVARNIE-GÈDRE
7,5 km Plateau Prade free access
35km 29 slopes
1850
2350
7
8
9
5
Ludo Park
www.gavarnie.com
LUZ ARDIDEN
5 km free access
65 km 33 slopes
1700
2500
7
12
9
5
Snow park HO5 park: 4 jibs; 2 shappers, 5 km marked routes
bosses et jump
www.luz.org
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-80-58
Pont d'Espagne 1450 m: 36 km
25 km of red, 10 km of blue, 1km
of green
36 km 21 slopes
1850
2450
5
7
7
2
Snow park HO5 park.
moving carpets, beginners’ area
www.Cauterets.com
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-50-50
GRAND
TOURMALET
domaine Payolle: 50 km
69 slopes
1400
2877
17
22
23
7
snowpark: big air, tables, handsrails
4 marked routes at
Free Domaine ride up to the Pic du Midi Payolle; 7 at Lienz
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
Infos station : 05-62-91-90-84
DOMAINE DU
HAUTACAM
15 km
26 km slopes
1500
1800
6
5
3
snow garden - moving carpet
6,5 km marked route
www.hautacam.com
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-10-16
90 km of slopes
Nordic park: 1
beginners’ slope
1350
1600
3
3
3
beginners' slope: alpine skiing: hoops,
bosses, portiques -moving carpet
65 km marked routes
www.station-valdazun.com
2 access: Couraduque Ticket Office :
05-62-97-42-18 & Soulor Ticket Office:
05-62-97-40-67.
CAUTERETS
V.AZ
1
6 km marked routes
Home-made fantasy jewelry
and decorative objects.
glass
V.AZ
peinture
AR.G
ATELIER VITRAIL
LUMIÈRE - LUGAGNAN
Création et restauration de
vitraux
STAINED GLASS ARRAS-EN-LAVEDAN
Creation of stained glass in
different formats.
GALERIE RACHEL ARGELES-GAZOST
Pictures, paintings on glass...
AR.G CERAMIC BLOWER –
PIERREFITTENESTALAS
All year long by appointment and from May to September,
in December, school holidays and long weekends.
19, rue de Maréchal Foch Tel : +33 (0)6-74-30-01-79 —
rachel.sayous-leroy@orange.fr
LOU
3-13, rue des Pyrénées. Tel: +33(0)5-62-94-27-44 —
www.la-fabrique-lourdes.fr
LES CRÉATIONS DE
MARIE
Creation et decoration of
objects by Marie-Claude Palétou
11, route de Lourdes 65270 Saint-Pé de Bigorre — Tel:
+33(0)6-74-67-14-31 crea.marie@orange.fr
Visits, workshop and heritage
expositions.
Open all year, Visit free of charge.
Tel : +33 (0)6-84-12-25-61 or abbadiale@orange.fr or
Maison du V.AZ Tel : +33(0)5-62-97-49-49
ALPHONSE CAZAJOUS
-ARCIZANS-DESSUS
Artisan Farming and Cabins
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-08-13
«L’ETIQUETTE EN
Sculpted wooden signs.
Richard MATHIS - L’Agnouède — Tel: +33(0)5-62-9288-62
Calligrapher and painter.
Résidence des Princes Tel: +33(0)6-87-25-47-17 — www.
calligraphie-cmlaurent.com
Ink and Watercolour Painting
Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-41-73
Painting en wood (themes:
montains and farming).
Tel: +33(0)6-71-30-97-15
TOY BOIS»
Visite sur réservation. Tel: +33(0)6-84-12-25-61
CLAUDE-MARIE
CAU
LAURENT
ARTISANS OF THE
MONASTARIES LOURDES
Sales of artisan statues carved
out of wood and reconstituted
stone.
From Monday to Saturday (from Palm Sunday until midDecember): 9h-20h
87, boulevard de la Grotte Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-21-35
LA GRANGE DU PIC
Sale of handcrafted products
made from mohair. Labelled the
«Fermes de France»
Col des Bordères. Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-45-35
V.AZ DE PAN
ARRENS-MARSOUS
Tel: +33(0)6-81-32-87-96 — roxane.lasserreamik@
laposte.net
Religious Statues in Plaster.
Visit by appointment only — Tel: +33(0)5-62-97-48-02
ou 06-87-34-78-46
Sculpteur statuaire. Ts les jours d’avril à octobre :
10h-12h/14h30-18h ; juillet et août : 9h-12h/14h-19h.
76, rue de la Grotte. Tel: +33(0)5-62-94-27-39
Ouvert toute l’année sur RDV. Tel: +33(0)5 62 97 58 09
ou 06 13 27 33 78
GEDRE (AYRUÈS)
Pictures
JACQUELINE LACOME LOURDES
creation of objects and pictures
«LA FABRIQUE» LOURDES
BRIGITTE DE
BRESILLON CAZAJOUS
BUN
JEAN-JACQUES
V.AZ ABDALLAH
ARRAS-EN-LAVEDAN
Tel: +33(0)5-62-92-81-95
Open 7days a week 10h-12h/14h-19h. — 15, rte
d’Argelès J.-M. THUILLIER
CERAMICS & POTTERY
Pictures
CÉCILE DESBREE
ARCIZANS-DESSUS
Pyrenean Wool.
TOY WORKSHOP -
GALERIE AUBOIN ARGELES-GAZOST
- BUN
sculpture
By appointment - Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-92-77 — f.gourves.
vitrail@wanadoo.fr
« LA CARDE » ESQUIEZE-SERE
School Holidays from 10h-12h / 16h-19h. Opening on
demand is always possible.
6 rue de Maréchal Foch. —Tel : +33 (0)6-70-75-53-21
V.AZ EMILIE LETENDRE
LOU
8 chemin de la chocolaterie - Visite gratuite sur
réservation. www.vitrail-lumière.com Tél 06 12 32 23 93
TOY
POTTERY WORKSHOP
– BEAUCENS
Open from March until the end of the year 10h/12h 14h/18h30 except Sundays and Mondays. In July/August,
open every day except Sundays. Visit of exposition free
of charge.
8, rue Bosquet - Tel : +33 (0)5-62-90-37-72 www.
souffleur-deverre.com
GLASS BLOWER AR.G
AGOS-VIDALOS
LOU
Rue Raillère. Tel: +33(0)6-80-30-82-05
textile
MARIE-LINE
DURANDET
poterie
CAU
L’ABBADIALE :
«MAISON DES ARTS
ET DU PATRIMOINE»
V.AZ ARRAS-EN-LAVEDAN
divers
jewelry
Artisan workers
LUZ-SAINT-SAUVEUR
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8. IN PRACTICE
THE ��th JULY
Passage du Tour de
France
DIARY
11e étape du Tour entre Pau et Cauterets avec
le passage du col d'Aspin et du Tourmalet.
Voir page 23
Tel : +33 (0)5 62 92 50 50
www.cauterets.com
You will find the whole summer diary on
the local Tourist Offices' websites (listed
at the back of this magazine).
JUNE
Le 6
VAL D'AZUN
Transhumance au lac
d'Estaing
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
BAREGES
Fête de l'AOP
Démonstration travail
chien de berger, grillages et
chorales locales.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
Le 7
LOURDES
Rendez-vous aux jardins
Le 21
BARÈGES-GRAND
TOURMALET
Saint-Jean Festival
"Magrade" followed by
dances and stories around
the St Jean fire
Té: 05-62-92-68-01
26 juin
BAREGES
Fête de la Saint-Jean
Magrade puis contes et
danses autour du feu de la
Saint-Jean.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
"La promenade au jardin
du Château fort"
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-37-37
Du 26 au 29
LOURDES
Le 14
ARGELÈS-GAZOST
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-65-65
Confrériales
gastronomiques
Fête traditionnelle autour
du plat typique bigourdan,
la garbure.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Fête de la ville
Le 27
VALLÉE D'ARGELESGAZOST
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-65-65
VALLÉES DES GAVES
Journées du patrimoine
de Pays
Sur le thème "le moyen-âge
encore présent" et journée
des moulins (visite guidée et
visite libre des moulins)
LOURDES
Pèlerinage des Motards
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-77-40
LOURDES
« La Culture s’invite au
sommet »
Journée de patrimoine
de Pays. 1re édition : "un
funiculaire sur la route de
Charlemagne"
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41
VAL D’AZUN
Festi’Val VTT
Au col de Couraduque,
TRJV, randonnées, cross
country, ...
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
Carapate Theatre
Children's Theatre Festival
in Arrens-Marsous
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
BAREGES
Le 5
ARGELÈS-GAZOST
Tour de France
entertainment
La Pyrénéenne
Course cycliste départ et
arrivée à Argelès-Gazost
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Du 10 au 13
LUZ SAINT-SAUVEUR
Festival Jazz à Luz 24e
édition
Fête de la transhumance
Village de la transhumance,
rassemblement des
troupeaux, repas du berger…
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
HAUTACAM
Du 13 au 17
LOURDES
Discover different mountain
sports, a local farmers'
market ...
Tel : +33 (0)5 62 97 00 25
Animation et observations
du soleil.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41
Mountain Festival
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
Défilé des pompiers
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41
les 27 et 28
VAL AZUN
LUZ SAINT-SAUVEUR
Disco and fireworks
organised by the local
firefighters
Course en montagne
Cauterets-sommet du
Vignemale à 3298 m
d’altitude.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-50-50
www.race-cauterets.fr
Le 11
ARGELES-GAZOST
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Cycling trial leaving from
the town centre.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-65-65
La cyclomontagnarde
des Hautes-Pyrénées
Trophée du Grand
Vignemale
LOURDES
Transhumance du
Hautacam
Fête de la Montagne
au Pic du Jer
Les 20 et 21
LOURDES
Le 4
CAUTERETS
Festival de Jazz
contemporain, de musiques
improvisées, actuelles et
futures. Concerts dans les
cafés, fanfares le jour, la
nuit… Association Jazz Pyr’.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-38-30
Le 18
LOURDES
The Southern Route.
JULY
Semaine de l'astronomie
au Pic du Jer
Le 14
LOURDES
Vertikal Cross au Pic
du Jer
Course en montagne de
3,9 km jusqu’au Pic du Jer
(455m+).
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41
LOURDES
Fête Nationale
Grand feu d’artifice
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-77-40
CAUTERETS
Firefighters' March disco & fireworks Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-50-50
bal et feu d'artifice
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
le 15
BAREGES
inflatable toys, a film
screening at 10am, a
concert at 9pm
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
CAUTERETS
Arrivée du Tour de
France
Arrivée de l'étape du Tour
de France Pau-Cauterets
Tel:05-62-92-50-50
Du 16 au 26
PIC DU MIDI
Festival Piano Pic
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-95-50-71
Le 19
ARGELES-GAZOST
Marché de nuit
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
LOURDES
Spectacle de fauconnerie
médiévale
Château Fort
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-37-37
le 21
PIERREFITTE-NESTALAS
Concert les Voix de
l'Alaric
21 h Nouvelle église
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-71-31
Le 22
ARGELES-GAZOST
Lau Folie’s Games
Grande fête du centre
aquatique avec jeux
aquatiques pour les enfants,
ados et adultes. Waterballs, Wheels, chaussures
flottantes, …
Centre de Lau Balagnas.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Le 24
ARGELES-GAZOST
Fiesta Mômes, la cité des
enfants
Le festival des enfants :
village de jeux gonflables,
parc de jeux d’adresse et
jeux en bois, ateliers et
activités…
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Le 25
VAL D'AZUN
The Gabizos Marathon
A mountain race registered
with the National Challenge:
44km and 3,700 metres of
total ascent await you across
three valleys, five lakes
and five mountain passes.
Limited to 200 runners, this
circuit over the viewpoints
of the Balaïtous really lets
you discover the Val d'Azun
and its surroundings.
Tél: 05 62 97 40 92
www.marathongabizos.org
Festival Cuba Hoy
Rens : OT au 05-62-92-71-31
les 25 et 26
LOURDES
Les Estives artisanales
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-77-40
Du 24 juillet au 5 août
GAVARNIE
Festival de Gavarnie
"Ulysses, the final journey",
a unique experience
surrounded by nature. This
new show will find real
resonance in the wonderful
setting of the cirque de
gavarnie, classified a unesco
world heritage site.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-49-10
Le 27
VAL D’AZUN
Fête et traditions
À Arcizans-Dessus, chants
pyrénéens, bal gascon,
...Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
Le 28
Marché de nuit à 17h
Le 31
LUZ SAINT-SAUVEUR
Marché de nuit - place
du 8 mai animé par la
Toy Musique
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
Du 30 juillet au
1er août
VAL AZUN
Festi'jam
Festival musique reggae.
Arrens-Marsous
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
47
Tout l’été…
From 15/07 until 29/08, every tuesday
SAINT PÉ DE BIGORRE
Discover the Pibeste-Aoulhet Naturel Reserve. Everey
Tuesday, hiking on foot. Departure 14h from the Tourist
Office (during 2 -3 hours). Reservations and informations :
Tel : +33(0)5-62-41-88-10
www.saintpedebigorre-tourisme.com
AUGUST
Wednesday from
16/07 until 20/08
CAUTERETS
Every Wednesday there is
entertainment for children
and musical parades
during the day and concerts
at night.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-50-50 —
www.cauterets.com
On 16/07, 23/07
and 06/08, 13/08
VALLÉE D'ARGELÈS-GAZOST
Thursdays with Extrem
de Salles. Meeting at 2pm
outside the Argelès-Gazost
Tourist Office for a walk that
lasts around 3 hours.
Registration required.
05-62-97-00-25
Le 8
ARGELES-GAZOST
Les 17 et 18
ARGELÈS-GAZOST
Rock and 80's music
concert
Podium Tournée d’été et feu
d’artifice…au parc thermal
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-53-00
Voir page16
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
LOURDES
Festival de musique
Ancienne
Le 1
Salle des fêtes in Pierrefitte.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-71-31
Pyrenean polyphonic
songs.
Group Vaya con Dios
3pm in the Fortified Castle.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-37-37
Anniversaire du Casino
18 h Eglise
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-71-31
LUZ SAINT-SAUVEUR
Tournoi de foot au stade
à partir de 9h.
Le 2
ARGELÈS-GAZOST
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
Fête des artistes (salon
de l'aert contemporain,
peintres dans la rue,
photographes, marché
au potier, espace loisirs
créatifs, ...)
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Observation au sommet du
Pic du Jer des constellations
d’été avec l’Astro club
Lourdais
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41
Estiv'art
BAREGES
ZYK'N'Grill
10h balade gourmande et
16h concert suivi d'un repas
participatif.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
GEDRE
Grass and meadow day
Héas
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-49-10
Du 3 au 7
LOURDES
Semaine Astronomie au
Pic du Jer
Animations spéciales avec
Nuit des étoiles le 8 au soir
avec l'Astro club lourdais.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41
Le 3
LOURDES
Medieval Falcon Show
in the Fortified Castle.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-37-37
Le 4
LUZ SAINT-SAUVEUR
« Fête du mouton »
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
VAL D'AZUN
Soirée découverte du
fromage
"Val d'Azun - Pyrénées"
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
LOURDES
La Nuit des Étoiles
Le 9
ARGELÈS-GAZOST
Muchas Bandas
Festival de bandas avec
bodegas, passe rue…avec le
soutien du Festival européen
de Bandas de Condom. Tel :
+33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Le 14
BAREGES
Fête de Barèges
Spectacle de rue puis
orchestre et feu d'artifice
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
Le 15
BAREGES GRAND-TOURMALET
Fête des bergers
Démonstrations, repas,
messe, animations, …
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
CAUTERETS
Bal et feu d’artifice
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-50-50
LUZ SAINT-SAUVEUR
Car boot sale in the Parc
Claude Massoure.
Disco and fireworks.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
Le 16
ARGELES-GAZOST
Marché de nuit
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
La Haute Route des
Pyrénées
Le 18
Marché de nuit à 17h
Le 20
Concert «Les Beaux
Dégats»
21h à la salle des fêtes
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-71-31
Le 21
LUZ SAINT-SAUVEUR
Marché de nuit
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
Du 21 au 29
Tournoi de tennis
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
Le 22
ARGELES-GAZOST
Ferme en ville
Animations,
démonstrations, …
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Du 22 au 24
VALLÉES DES GAVES
Grand Raid des Pyrénées
3 parcours de trail longue
distance.
www.grandraiddespyrenees.
com
Le 27
Night of the bat
7pm at the Mairie of
Omex for entertainment.
Handheld or head torch
required.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-14-55
www.rnr-pibeste.aoulhet.
com
Wednesdays between
15/07 and 19/08
VALLÉE D'ARGELÈS-GAZOST
Guided tours of the town of
Argelès-Gazost given by a
local guide. Meeting at 5pm
or 9pm outside the Tourist
Office (4€). Reservations and
information :
05-62-97-00-25
www.argeles-gazost.com
Wednesdays
between 22/07 and
26/08
HAUTACAM
Market of producers on
Hautacam 10h-17h
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
Le 6
VAL AZUN
Le 3
BAREGES
Lac d'Estaing
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
Demonstrations of working
sheepdogs and local choirs.
Barbecue grilled meat.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
Route de le
transhumance
Le 9
SAINT PE DE BIGORRE
Route de la
transhumance
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-41-88-10
Du 11 au 13
LOURDES
Festival "Rue barrée"
(blocked road)
Street Theatre
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-77-40
Le 12
CAUTERETS
Cabaliros Race.
Mountain race starting from
Cauterets.
www.race-cauterets.com
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-50-50
Du 12 au 14
LOURDES
Rassemblement
International des
Sportifs
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-77-40
Le 19
"Brame au Cerf "
Evening (deer cry)
6pm in from of the Mairie
in Salles.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-14-55
www.rnr-pibeste.aoulhet.
com
Les 19 et 20
ARGELES-GAZOST
Fête des chiens des
Pyrénées
Rassemblement
international des amateurs
de chiens des Pyrénées.
Expos, animations, …
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Les 20 et 21
VALLÉES DES GAVES
Journées européennes du
patrimoine
Visites guidées,
animations…
Programmes dans les
Offices de Tourisme
Du 25 au 27
LUZ SAINT-SAUVEUR
Foire aux côtelettes
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
PDO Festival (protected
designation of origin)
Du 7 au 11
LOURDES
Fête de la science au Pic
du Jer
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41
Du 8 au 12
LOURDES
Fête de la Science au Pic
du Jer
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-94-00-41
Du 9 au 11
ARGELÈS-GAZOST
Festival Champ
d’Expression
Nombreux spectacles
vivants (théâtre de rue,
théâtre, art du cirque,
contes, spectacles pour
enfants, spectacles
musicaux).
Tel : +33 (0)5- 62-97-00-25
Les 16 et 17
Mountain Terrain
Farming fair in ArrensMarsous
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
NOVEMBER
Le 7
ARGELES-GAZOST
Chestnut Festival
Culinary festive event.
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Misez gagnant
sur vos sorties
Machines à sous
Black Jack
restaurant
Formule à 12€ le midi,
17€ le soir et week-end,
Carte, menu enfant, terrasse
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& vendredi et samedi soir.
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Ski de piste, ski nordique,
raquettes, promenades en
traîneau à chiens…
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à 1 h de Pau, à 20 min de Lourdes
Direction argelès-Gazost
infoS, réServationS et horaireS :
www.hautacam.com
tél.: 05 62 97 10 16
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Ski de piste, ski nordique,
raquettes, promenades en
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OFFICE DE
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Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-00-25
Fax 05-62-97-50-60
En juillet et août : 9h-12h30
/ 14h-19h.
Mai, juin, sept. et oct.:
9h-12h / 14h -18h30. Autres
périodes :
9h-12h / 14h - 18h
www.argeles-gazost.com
infos@argeles-gazost.com
tout l été, ça va bouger là haut !
—
OFFICE DE TOURISME
GRAND TOURMALET
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-95-50-71
Bareges :
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-16-00
La Mongie :
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-91-94-15
info@grand-tourmalet.com
—
OFFICE DE TOURISME
DE BATSURGUÈRE
Ségus
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-46-35-97
Fax 05-62-94-10-95
Ouvert juillet/août lundi >
samedi 9h-12h / 15h-19h.
www.batsurguere.com
contact@batsurguere.com
—
OFFICE DE TOURISME
DE CAUTERETS
De 9h à 12h et de 14h à
18h. Pendant les vacances
scolaires jusqu’à 12h30
et 19h
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-50-50
www.cauterets.com
infos@cauterets.com
—
OFFICES DE
TOURISME DE
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—
OFFICE DE
TOURISME DE
LUZ-ST-SAUVEUR
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-30-30
Fax 05-62-92-87-19
Juillet/août : 9h-19h du lundi
au samedi, 9h-12h30 et
16h30 - 18h30 le dimanche.
Mai/juin/sept et oct : 9h-12h
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PORTE DES VALLÉES
AGOS-VIDALOS
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-08-06
portedesvallees@plvg.fr
www.portedesvallees.org
OFFICE DE TOURISME
DE LOURDES
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-42-77-40
Fax 05-62-94-60-95
www.lourdes-infotourisme.com
info@lourdes-infotourisme.com
Hors saison
Du 01/01 au 02/03 et
du 02/11 au 31/12
Du lundi au samedi (sauf
jours fériés) : 9h00 – 12h00 /
14h00 – 17h30
Du 02/03 au 29/03 et du
05/10 au 01/11
Du lundi au samedi (sauf
jours fériés) : 9h00 - 12h00 /
14h00 -18h00
En saison
Du 30/03 au 28/06
Du lundi au samedi : 9h00 –
12h30 / 13h30 – 18h30
Dimanches : 10h – 12h30 Jours fériés : 10h00 – 18h00
Du 29/06 au 04/10
Du lundi au samedi :
9h00 – 19h00 (18h30 en
septembre)
Dimanches juillet - août et
jours fériés : 10h00 – 18h00
Dimanches septembre :
10h – 12h30
—
OFFICE DE TOURISME
DE PIERREFITTENESTALAS
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-92-71-31
www.pierrefitte-nestalastourisme.com
office-de-tourismepierrefitte@wanadoo.fr
Ouvert juillet/août
lundi > jeudi + samedi :
9h-12h/15h-19h ;
vendredi : 9h-12h/14h-16h ;
dimanche : 9h-12
Hors été
lundi : 9h-12h ; mardi et
jeudi ; 9h-12h/14h-17h ;
vendredi et samedi : 9h-12h
Février-Noël
mardi > samedi :
9h-12h / 14h-17h ;
vendredi : 9h-12h / 14h-16h
—
OFFICE DE
TOURISME DE
ST-PÉ DE BIGORRE
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-41-88-10
Fax 05-62-41-87-70
Ouvert tous les jours
du lundi au samedi
9h30-12h30 / 14h-19h et
le dimanche 9h30-12h30
ot.saintpedebigorre@
gmail.com
www.saintpedebigorretourisme.com
—
MAISON
DU VAL D’AZUN ARRENS-MARSOUS
Tel : +33 (0)5-62-97-49-49
Haute saison été : 9h-12h
/14h-19h
(hiver jusqu’à 18h). Fermé
le dimanche et jours fériés
hors saison.
www.valdazun.com
info@valdazun.com

Vallée des gaves - Argelès

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