Hiking Hautes-Pyrénées

It is difficult to classify this path: magic hiking, sensory journey, nature exit, enchanting place? Go, the best is still to discover it by yourself, délacez your shoes and commute, not the bitumen, but the earth and gadoue in everything they have more fun! A playful exit, the Barefoot Trail allows you over 1 km to recover with many sensations by walking on very different elements. Fresh soil, roughness of warm sand, aspérité of stone or wood… huge stones to bamboo, feet délestés of their yoke tell stories and they are fabulous. It must be said that the site winds along a creek and runs in the forest, shaded in summer, it is a pure moment of communion with nature. You are autonomous and an hour and a half is required to savour each step. It goes without saying that the mud is a success! Even when you came to the end, the day is not finished: The jeunes workshops are offered to young people as well as to sand bins where they can stack stones and wooden ends to give life to characters: the top!

For over 35 years, the Office des Sports de Montagne has been offering a wide range of activities to satisfy visitors' thirst for adventure. Forerunners in canyoning, they introduced the first all-inclusive packages for these activities. They also offer year-round outdoor activities such as via ferrata, water trekking in Spain, rafting on the Neste d'Aure, downhill scootering, paragliding, snowshoe trekking, and much more!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Aline, with her light gait, guides you through the most beautiful Pyrenean landscapes, offering a delightful experience! During the summer, whether it's for a day or a multi-day getaway, she'll take you out with her donkeys, who'll carry your equipment for you. So you can walk with a light heart and nimble feet! In the evening, sit by the fire, listening to Aline's spellbinding tales and dreaming... In winter, don your snowshoes and head out into the snow in search of ermine tracks!

The tour of the lakes, from late May to early October, offers hikers a memorable experience. They follow the trail to Aubert and Aumar, which starts from the Lac d'Orédon parking lot. Located on the left-hand side of the route des lacs, about 1 km after Orédon, the trail takes less than an hour to reach the first laquette. The hike continues along the GR10 towards Estoudou, before returning to Orédon, the starting point for this trail, which is accessible to all walkers in good physical condition.

All year round, Bruno offers a variety of hikes and snowshoe hikes, as well as outdoor activities. In his preferred terrain, explore the Pyrenees. Formulas, adapted to all members of the family, range from half-day to several days: overnight stays in igloos, night snowshoe hikes, accompanied itineraries with bivouac and camping options over two days, discovery of Nordic walking between Nistos and the Baronnies, ascent of easily accessible summits up to the famous 3,000-meter peaks!