More of Winter in the Pyrénées

We are ideally located between two valleys that offer fantastic skiing and lots of other great winter fun.  The perfect place to have a memorable Pyrenean winter experience.  Whether it's energetic skiing, gentle winter walking, strolling the local markets or re-energising at a spa, there is plenty of choice.  In the evening you can warm by the fire and enjoy traditional food and great wine.  

Vallée des Gaves

This valley is where you'll find Bareges, Luz Ardiden and Cauteret resorts.  But in addition to skiing, you can enjoy the stunning winter wilderness on the marked walking and snowshoeing trails available. 

The spa town of Cauterets, at the foot of the Pyrenees National Park, has all the charm of a mountain village.  It's lovely just to walk around and take in the warm atmosphere or enjoy a meal at one of the traditional restaurants.  For a bit of physical activity while enjoying the spectacular scenery, Pont d'Espagne offers 36km of cross country ski trails of various difficulty or winter walking through the National Park.  And of course, in spa town, there is also the option of a spa session.

Vallée des Campan 

The Vallée de Campan will take you to the high mountain ski station of La Mongie.  However, the lower valley also offers lots of winter fun.  The Payolle ski station offers over 50 km of marked cross country trails to challenge for those who would rather get their workout at lower altitudes!  On the Col D'Aspin you'll also find great for snow shoeing and winter walking.  

The spa town of Bagneres-de-Bigorre at the base of the valley provides the perfect end to a great day in the snow with it's magnificent traditional spa.

Val d'Azun

The largest Nordic Area in the Hautes-Pyrénées, with claims of also being the most sunny, is located between the Soulor and Couraduque passes.  Here you will find cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, luge and skidoser outings. New this winter: the Soulor pass giant Tyrolean traverse.

Hautacam

Hautacam is a great resort for the entire family skiing but also has 15km of cross country skiing along ridges offering spectacular views. 

Features of the accommodation

The large living area with open fire place and massive oak beems creates a warm and relaxed setting.  An ideal venue for friends or family to celebrate a special occasion.   

 The property has separate cozy accommodation for 2, but can sleep up to 12 guests  and features:

• En-suite bedrooms
• High quality beds and linen
• Fully fitted kitchen in each property
• Open fire in the main house
• WiFi
• Sky

   

Cuisine of the Hautes Pyrénées

The cuisine is based on a wide variety of traditional foods. It's hearty fare, perfect for mountain activity.

Garbure is the locals' preferred winter warmer. Each household has their own variation of this soup.  There is also the Hautes Pyrénées version of Cassoulet.

 The well known Fromages des Pyrénées are delicious mature cheeses which can come from the cow's, ewe's and goat's that graze the high mountains all summer.   

And for the sweet tooth there is the Gâteau à la broche.  This cake looks like a mountain dusted with snow.  It is baked over a wood fire on a cone shaped spit which is turned by hand.  It a time consuming process with absolutely melt in your mouth results.

You can try all the local specialties while you're here and we can also arrange for a visit direct to the producers.