Sports and leisure activities Hautes-Pyrénées

This domain is an exceptional site mainly dedicated to Nordic leisure activities. The forest covers the valley and hides the cross-country ski trails. The 5 circuits unfold their rails over 36 km. Amateurs can learn biathlon on a shooting range, from 8 years old. There are also routes for snowshoeing. In summer, there are numerous hikes of varying difficulty. The Gaube lake and the Pont d'Espagne waterfall are unavoidable.

Four horse and donkey owners have joined together to make you discover the surroundings of Gavarnie. It is surely the address of the nicest horse rides you will find in the area. Several formulas are offered to you, from the discovery walk to a longer one which allows you to reach the waterfall or to have a picnic. But be careful, you can't visit the Pyrenees National Park, because animals are forbidden.

Leisure lake with bar, brasserie, restaurant. Hiking, V.T.T. Marked trails 10 km.

Created in the 1980s by Charles de Ginestet, the Laloubère golf course has become a must for golf enthusiasts. Upgraded to 18 holes in 1990, the site, managed by his son Yves since 1992, now boasts over 650 members. With a renowned golf school, a partnership with the town for schoolchildren and over 100 days of competitions, including the Tarbes Open, the Golf des Tumulus continues to develop, promising many future projects. The 18-hole course takes 2 hours to complete and can be played in 70 strokes.

Séverine, guide and riding instructor, offers excursions through the surrounding mountains, suitable for all ages and levels of rider. Discovering the Lienz plateau is ideal for all participants, whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, there's something for everyone. At an altitude of 1,550 metres, it's advisable to check the weather on your call, as there can be differences between the weather in the valley and that in the estives. One-, two- and three-hour rides are available.

Inaugurated in 1998, the golf course is located on a hilly site surrounded by a forest of fir trees. The 18-hole course is 5,600 meters long, rather sporty but accessible to all levels. It takes about 4 hours to complete. Many services are available on the site: putting green, practice range, cart rental. You can take private lessons and a free initiation is planned every first Saturday of the month.

At the gateway to Bigorre, the countryside reveals its charm through 18 signposted walking loops, offering an immersion into the canton of Rabastens, with the chance to discover its flora, fauna and local heritage. The area boasts a wealth of landscapes, from hillsides to forests. In all, there are 170 kilometers to explore on foot or mountain bike. Don't forget to venture out on the famous Adour trail, but be sure to visit www.adouretaffluents.fr, as the water can sometimes be capricious.

The tourist office provides you with all the documents relating to the Nestier-Lombres-Montegut cultural circuit. A detailed map showing the five signposted hiking trails will guide you through the paths of the Neste canton. From the easy 12 km route to the more extensive 30 km route. Explore the different eras of history, from prehistory to more recent times, with sites such as the Mont Arès monastery. Along the way you'll see Celtic and Roman remains.

A 100% trout discovery. The site houses both a fish farm selling fresh and processed fish, and a fun fishing trail. Stalk rainbow, fario and large trout and discover the emblematic fish of the Hautes-Pyrénées in its natural environment. A simple rod and a meal is guaranteed. Although... You can also visit an exhibition featuring a film, photos, a comic strip and an aquarium.

Arreau is where the Neste d'Aure and the Neste du Louron converge, making it a paradise for fario trout anglers. Whether fly-fishing, toc-fishing, spoon-fishing or minnow-fishing, the sport fisherman is constantly rewarded. The "no kill" zone is particularly popular with fly-fishing enthusiasts. These first-category rivers are teeming with salmonids. In addition to trout, the high-altitude lakes are home to char, brook salmon and crystivomers.

Hiking in a hilly 95 acres of private parkland, place for all... Playground. You can even options on site (reservation! After a preliminary initiation, if need be of course, you can hike discovered in the heart of the scents of thyme and lavender, or to attack you with a sporting hiking on board your off-road vehicle with the specific vision of different animal species that live this paradise. 80 km of slopes for: secured timed challenge, course trial, handiness, crossing... Rates €30 and more... of course according to time you hope to party with these machines. In addition to the quad, paintball, archery... For the work's councils, extra services, do not hesitate to request one.

Go Sport Montagne's La Mongie Tourmalet ski rental service offers a wide choice of ski equipment for winter sports enthusiasts. The store is located in the Résidence Mongie Tourmalet Galerie Commerciale. The rental service also offers free and unconditional cancellation, with a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the first day of skiing. It should be noted that the Ski Service - Place des Monges store has recently rebranded as part of the Netski network. Skiers will be redirected to the Netski.com website by clicking on the link provided.

Le Tourmalet remains a landmark for all ski enthusiasts! As the largest ski area in the French Pyrenees, it stretches for almost a hundred kilometers, offering some 69 slopes for your enjoyment. You can opt for downhill skiing, snowboarding, free riding, border cross, ski touring, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding... Whether you're looking for thrills, excitement, infinity or freedom, the possibilities are endless. A Snow Garden has been set up for the little ones.

The valley of Campan, with its airs of the Canadian Great North, is an ideal playground to learn about the joys of the mountain in winter. Learn to drive sled dogs along the frozen lake behind the huskies, go snowshoeing to track deer in the Payolle forests... There is something for everyone. Cross-country skiing enthusiasts will be delighted, whether you are in walking or skating mode, there are many trails in the undergrowth.

The Grand Tourmalet domain has the particularity of being composed of the two sides of the pass: on the east side, La Mongie and on the west side Barèges. In its heart, the majestic Pic du Midi. These three areas form the largest ski area in the Pyrenees. It includes more than 100 skiable kilometers divided into 62 slopes, 28 ski lifts and more than 300 snow cannons, to ensure optimal snow coverage throughout the season. In addition to alpine and nordic skiing, there are many other activities: ski touring, snowshoeing, grooming, dog sledding, paragliding... The Lienz plateau, just above the village of Barèges, offers a beautiful Nordic area of 18 kilometers including a magical part in the forest, under the snowy fir trees. It is also here that magnificent snowshoe walks are possible with loops adapted to all levels. Dog sledding is another highlight of the area. After a short initiation, you will be able to drive the sled and lead the huskies. The Barégeoise trails, like those of the Ayré pass, are not lacking in charm either. On this side, leisure activities are numerous. The kindergartens, the French ski school, a ski initiation system and a day care center for the little ones make it an ideal family destination.

Special packages allow you to combine the Tourmalet-Barèges resort with the Pic du Midi resort or to enjoy a day of skiing and access to the Cieléo spa.

Accessible via the Col du Soulor from the Pyrénées-Atlantiques or Arrens-Marsous, or via the Col de Couraduque from Aucun, this Nordic area is the largest in the Pyrenees, offering no less than 100 km of trails! The area, with its varied landscapes of ridges and forests, offers a wide range of winter sports activities, with a particular focus on cross-country skiing (alternating or skating), snowshoeing and tobogganing. Whether at Col de Couraduque or Col du Soulor, you'll find all the necessary amenities, such as ticket offices, various equipment rental stores, restaurants, bars and even picnic facilities. An interesting option is the "Tour du Pays du Val d'Azun", a five-day gîte-to-gîte itinerary. The more curious can also discover the work of the groomers in the evenings, with the option of a meal and an overnight stay in a refuge. Nature lovers will be delighted by the presence of large birds of prey on the Soulor site, with 5 large silhouettes of birds of prey in flight (2.50 m to 3 m) close to the toboggan run and cross-country ski trail. An itinerary on passerines offers a fun way to learn how to recognize them. There's also a Nordic Park specially designed for youngsters. For those who don't feel comfortable skiing or snowboarding, ski schools with certified instructors are also available.

The Nordic area of Peyragudes allows to practice several activities. Cross-country skiing, on 15 kilometers of marked trails including 3 green, 2 blue and 2 red circuits, mainly in the forest of Balestas. Snowshoeing on three marked and groomed trails, including one in the forest. Dog sled rides are organized on the Balestas meadow by Sherpa, a dog sledding school.

Tarbes, a town in France's Hautes-Pyrénées region, offers caving enthusiasts a unique experience thanks to the Comité Spéléologique Départemental des Hautes-Pyrénées. The club's website provides detailed information on the various outings and training courses on offer. Whether you want to explore the region's underground caves or learn caving techniques, the Comité Spéléologique Départemental des Hautes-Pyrénées will meet your expectations.

Lourdes is a town in south-west France, best known for its Catholic shrine. However, for caving enthusiasts, there are also some interesting activities to discover. The Groupe de Recherches et d'Activités Spéléo (GRAS) offers underground explorations in various quarries and caves in the region. Sup. In Latresne, as well as other explorations planned over the coming weeks.

The Groupe Spéléologique Haut-Pyrénéen de Tarbes (GSHP) is the oldest caving club in the department. With around thirty members, it's a modestly sized structure, but one that operates with great flexibility. The GSHP is mainly focused on exploring the Pierre St Martin and St Pé de Bigorre massifs. The club's activities are varied and there's something for everyone, whether you're looking for new entrances, clearing out caves or visiting caves you already know. Visits to "classic" caves are also organized throughout the year. The GSHP also takes part in inter-club exploration camps and more distant expeditions. The club is also involved in underground rescue activities in collaboration with Spéléo Secours Français and CDSC. To take part in outings, simply contact the author of the message on the club's mailing list. The GSHP has also contributed to the publication of an exhaustive inventory of the department's caves on Karsteau, a database accessible to all.

The 3 hectares are designed to offer paintball enthusiasts an exceptional experience, but that's not all! Don't miss the hilarious experience of bubble-football, considered to be one of the most entertaining activities, unless you'd prefer to try Xtrem l'Archery, a game whose rules are inspired by dodgeball. Using foam bows and arrows, the aim is to hit the opposing camp on a well-defined terrain, including targets and players to be delivered! These games are real memory machines! Memorable!

A leisure activity that's all about nature! Perfect for families, the all-terrain scooter offers a unique way to discover the mountains. You'll set off above the resort of Peyragudes, climbing 600 meters. Once up there, you'll find a variety of itineraries of varying degrees of difficulty, before embarking on a spectacular 10-kilometer descent to Loudenvielle. In between seasons, it's not uncommon to spot hinds and deer roaming the forest.

Starting from the Col du Soulor, two discovery trails follow one another to reveal the wonders of this magnificent mountain site, which is also a migratory passage for birds. You begin your exploration at an altitude of 1,474 meters on the sentier des Rapaces, which takes 45 minutes to complete. Featuring five informative panels, it guides you to the La Tachouère restaurant, showing you how to recognize the different species. Then the Passereaux trail (1h30) takes over, offering a more playful route through the forest.

The remarkable sequence of religious oratories dedicated to the crucifixion of Christ, which you can admire today, is largely the result of the unstinting commitment of the residents. Built in the second half of the ^19th century, the chapels were damaged during the war and then forgotten under a thicket of brambles. It wasn't until 1984 that a voluntary clearing initiative was undertaken by the villagers.

Close to the thermal park, the minigolf course at the foot of the Bédat is one of the most majestic in France. Its 18-hole course, set in a green setting, offers a varied terrain of impeccable fairways, waterfalls, ponds and hills. Tracks, ranging from tartan to clay to grass, offer captivating challenges, some with giant animals to delight the little ones. The clubhouse, a thatched chalet, invites you to relax on its flower-filled terrace.

The park of Aya allows you to take height and to appreciate the valley of Lesponne. Between forests, streams and waterfalls, this one is an image of Epinal. The majesty of the big beeches participate to this magnificence... Your feet will not touch the ground, yet you will have to run and even jump in the heart of this flamboyant green canopy. Eleven tree climbing courses make up this exceptional leisure park, as much for its idyllic setting as for its very professional and reassuring supervision. From the beginners' course for the very young to the black route for the more athletic, with a large zip line that takes you up to 20 m, passing through the red courses with a climbing pole, the site is adapted to all levels and all sizes. In fact, it is the size that determines your access to this or that course. The common denominator is a continuous lifeline from one end of the course to the other. You can enjoy more than 100 games, from zip lines to swings! Thrills are guaranteed and go hand in hand with safety, you are supervised like a real pro. Young and old alike are challenged by adapted activities, but it is above all important to surpass oneself. You will leave the Aya stronger but also emptied, after a great day that will delight the whole family. For groups, the site offers packages including tree climbing and hiking, orienteering or canyoning discovery trips with the descent of the Cérétou waterfalls.

The walls tend to your sides and you will make your mousquetons evolve? We offer you a nice training base or an alternative of choice when the weather upsets your climbing projects! The Gèdre Hall is a small gem of its kind with 350 meters of grimpable surface! More than 18 metres high, fifteen beautiful climbing lines, string games changed every year, a block space of 6 metres long: the many routes are adapted to all levels. Access is done in total autonomy, so we have to master the techniques of assurage and string manipulation to enjoy all the possibilities. You also have to bring your straps and descendeurs because the room provides only strings and dégaines. A great potential for climbing fans!

The Cauterets Bike Park promises a thrilling summer season, with 1,500 m of vertical drop and 45 minutes of non-stop downhill mountain biking. The site offers trails for all levels, from novice to experienced. You'll enjoy banked turns, gaps and other modules, while admiring the Pyrenees' iconic peaks. New features include a rehabilitated blue run, a new green run for families, and a fun zone with wooden modules. The Le Lys restaurant offers welcome refreshments.

Via ferrata-hiking adventure Les Dizziness de l'Adour offers you great sensations. Halfway between climbing, hiking and treetop, you will travel between climbing, Tyrolean, monkey bridges, and air swings. Vertigo of the Adour allows you to experience sports activity while enjoying fun and discovering beautiful panoramas. You will discover a variety of different landscapes that evolve in the season. In the Artigues valley at the summit of the Pyrenees, we discover the evolution of nature, from trees to the first buds, between cliffs and turbulent currents of water. The various workshops are supervised by graduate instructors (climbing state patents and high mountain guides). Once fitted with a portion, you will only have to follow the solid jack path, dragging the two mousquetons attached to the "line of life". ' Children will not be left with an introduction of via ferrata on the Kid course. Accessible to all, this playful activity will give you an unforgettable moment!

It is on the beautiful lake of Aventignan that the Aquanestes association allows you to practice aquatic sports in an exotic setting. All year long, Philippe ensures the practice of navigation to the members but from April to October, he welcomes the tourists who wish to savor the pleasures. The lake borders the Neste river, the site is ideal for canoeing and kayaking but also for rafting. Kayak lessons and white water trips are provided in a friendly atmosphere. All levels are welcome, from beginners to advanced, as long as you can swim.

The "Soirées Nébuleuses" are a proposal in collaboration with the Astro Club du Hautacam, designed especially for astronomy enthusiasts with a slight sporting inclination. The event kicks off at around 5.15pm with a 1.5-hour snowshoe hike, suitable for all levels. A guide will be present, and all necessary equipment will be provided. Afterwards, a country-style dinner will be prepared before diving into an evening of deep-sky observation, highlighting nebulae and/or the Moon, depending on the period.

In this store, which also serves as a repair shop, a team of enthusiasts awaits you. Pyrénées Vélo Évolution is dedicated to everything that concerns or is related to two-wheelers. Real pros in the field of road and mountain biking, they are perfect for maintenance, advice, good tips and even sales since you will find leading brands like Moustache, Trek, Gitane or Kona. They were pioneers in the rental of electric bikes in the resort, but you will also find VTC, FatBike, mountain bikes, city bikes...

For the uninitiated, these machines could be described as scooters, even if their wheels have a somewhat atypical appearance. And while we're on the subject of atypical, it's worth noting that the only thing you'll have to worry about are blades of grass: in Barèges, it's trottinherbes that get you around! However, the pleasure of handling the handlebars soon takes over, and it has to be said that hurtling down the Col du Tourmalet in this way lends a spectacular dimension. A must in the Pyrenees, as you'd expect!

White, the snow is unlimited and you can enjoy it on skis, snowshoes, skating, sledging and even rail sledding! From the pine forests to the wide open spaces, you overlook Argelès-Gazost and the villages of the valley, you are in the heart of the great sites and from Hautacam, the panorama is simply magical. Skiers and snowboarders, experienced or beginners, find here a masterful playground and when the woods open up, you can't refuse this exquisite invitation.

A 90-metre jump. The site itself is already impressive, surrounded by greenery, stones and the river below. The bridge, built between 1859 and 1863 on the orders of Napoleon III, adds a historic dimension to the experience. Our instructors are seasoned professionals who know how to handle stress as well as harnesses and ropes. You can have total confidence in Laurent and his team, who have been offering this activity since 1987.

The Louis Fourcade swimming pool offers a host of facilities and activities for all ages. This oasis of freshness boasts indoor and outdoor pools with bubble benches, swan necks and massaging jets, plus a paddling pool, two slides and a children's play area. Visitors can also enjoy a relaxation area with sauna, hammam and massage showers. Various activities, such as aquagym, aquabike and swimming lessons, are on offer. Picnic areas and snack bar on site.

At an altitude of 1,000 meters, Gèdre is not lacking in resources or activities. One of the most popular is without a doubt the ice rink. Its 495 square meter ice rink is ideal and the wooden roof offers a real mountain atmosphere. Large windows surround you to enjoy the view while skating. Behind the information desk, this site, a favorite of young and old alike, is covered, so you can indulge in the pleasure of skating in summer and winter.

In winter, the biggest waterfall in Europe, the Cirque de Gavarnie, freezes. The spectacle is striking and for the addicts of the climbing it is the top departure of strong sensations! 427 m long, this waterfall is one of the most famous ice climbing spots in the Pyrenees and the best ice climbers tackle it every year. For unforgettable experiences, courses and outings supervised by professionals are offered until mid-March. On the program: draperies, big walls, snowy slopes and faces.

Zygoland is the kingdom of fun, open all year round, whatever the weather. This 1,000-square-meter indoor park also offers a 750-square-meter outdoor area in summer. Entirely dedicated to children, Zygoland offers a multitude of activities to keep the young ones active: slides, monkey bridges, trampolines, ball pools, mini-karting, mini-golf and much more! In addition, inflatable games and a baby gym area are available for children under 3.

Canyoning, climbing, snowshoeing, descending the Pic du Midi, skiing, snowboarding, telemark skiing... These are just some of the activities offered by Matthias and his team. Thanks to Pyrénées Guides, the mountains are accessible all year round. Matthias, a true mountain enthusiast and expert on the Pyrenees, guarantees optimal conditions. You'll benefit from the supervision of mountain guides, ensuring safe outings whatever your level. These passionate people are here to help you discover the splendor of the valleys and summits.

Discover the Cauterets via ferrata, a vertical world accessible to all. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced climber, go at your own pace, independently or with a guide. Experience the thrill of cascading Tyrolean traverse over 1 km of rocky spurs. Unusual and unheard-of in France, suspended picnic tables add a unique break to your adventure. Another new feature is a continuous lifeline for added safety. All the equipment you need to enjoy up to 3 hours of thrills and discoveries is provided.

No Limits specializes in the purchase or rental of high altitude equipment. For skiing, snowboarding, hiking, or climbing, you will need the advice of these professionals to launch you into the mountains. The ski jacket, the boots, the helmet must be particularly adapted to each one. Regularly, all the latest products are presented in order to delight the ferocious appetite of the passionate. The heart of the mountain is mainly skiing, but the store also offers a range dedicated to skateboarding.

Located in the heart of the Vallée des Gaves, the Lau Folies aquatic center in Lau-Balagnas offers a wide range of activities for young and old. From aquagym to water polo initiation, aquazumba and aquaphobia courses, everything is designed to amuse and relax. The complex also features waterslides, a beach volleyball court, tennis courts and a variety of summer activities. After all that effort, the terrace of the bar-restaurant offers a splendid view of the Pyrenees. Open all year round, 7 days a week, to enjoy without moderation.

Sledding activities open to all, with friendly, well-trained dogs for safe, fun rides. Comfortably seated in the sled, let the pack carry you through fabulous snow-covered landscapes. In summer, experience the mountains in a different way with cani-rando or cani-trott! A worthwhile outing in a magical setting. Adults can try their hand at an introduction to mushing: a must-do just for the unique experience and thrills! Raids with bivouacs guarantee a thrilling experience.

The Sherpa base is located 10 minutes from the ski resort of Peyragudes. Here many activities are offered to enjoy the mountain and its beauty! In summer program, trapper workshops, Amerindian bivouac, archery, or chainsaw-mounted sculpture. In winter you can try the snowshoes, the attelage and especially the baptism of sleigh. Here you'll find some forty Nordic dogs to take advantage of these many activities of full nature.

The Domaine des Dieux de Nistos is a true paradise for cross-country skiers. Eight different itineraries wind their way through the mountain, offering exceptional panoramic views of the Pic du Midi, the peaks of Haute-Garonne and Ariège, and the border peaks of the Luchonnais. With levels of difficulty ranging from green to black, the routes vary from two to ten kilometers. For keen hikers, there are also trails for walking and snowshoeing.

The vast Grand Tourmalet ski area brings together two ski resorts, Barèges and La Mongie, offering a total of over 69 ski runs. Cross-country skiers are not left out, thanks to the Barèges Nordic area. A 14-kilometre route allows cross-country skiers to enjoy the snow-covered landscape. Payolle and the Lienz plateau also offer a variety of circuits, suitable for both snowshoeing and Nordic skiing.

Every year in early June, cyclists gather for the Montée du Géant, an event in the Hautes-Pyrénées that celebrates the ascent of the Le Géant statue to 2,115 m altitude on the Tourmalet. Designed by Jean-Bernard Métais, the statue honors all the cyclists who have tackled this climb in the Tour de France, including Octave Lapize, the first rider to do so in 1910. It's an opportunity to make a unique ascent, which the bravest cyclists do by the strength of their calves.

Here is a friendly club where you can try skydiving. Discover the Pyrenees up close and fly over the relief during 20 minutes, like the Pic du Midi and the Montaigu. During the free fall and the piloting of the parachute you will make panoramic views in order to discover cities and villages of the Béarn and Bigourdan piedmont. The supervision is ensured by state-qualified professionals. Remember to wear comfortable clothes and low sport shoes adapted to the season and to the practice of skydiving.

Nestled at an altitude of 1450 m, between the Louron and Bagnères de Luchon valleys, the Sherpa base is a total immersion in the world of sled dogs. With 40 Nordic dogs, it offers year-round nature activities: dog sledding, cani-rando, sulky, go-karting and visits to the park. The memorable experience of a dogsled baptism lets you savor the silence of the snow under your skates, carried by 10 to 12 huskies. After training, you can even drive your own team of 4 huskies through snow-covered landscapes!