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At Tourmalet

Here’s a fun and festive holiday programme for all the family. Venture onto the Ponton dans le Ciel at the summit of the Pic du Midi, climb a series of monkey bridges, zip lines and via ferrata along a river, soak up the sun on the banks of Lake Payolle, splash around in the warm waters of the spa, explore the secret land of the Baronnies and its protective castle, go in search of marmots, play apprentice shepherd… And in the evening, return to your cosy nest in this almost forgotten valley, cradle of so many legends, which has preserved its thatched barns. A haven of peace that has become exotic for all its visitors.

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1485 €

per family

8 days

7 nights

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The price includes

7 nights’ accommodation in a flat in a hotel residence with swimming pool
Access (family) by cable car to the Pic du Midi (panoramic terraces, Ponton dans le Ciel, restaurant and snack bar…)
Meeting with the shepherds, visit to their sheepfolds and picnic near the flock
Admission (family) to the tree climbing course and via ferrata
Hike to meet the marmots with mountain guide Marc
Family admission to the Château de Mauvezin
Admission (2 hrs) to the Aquensis spa centre with lagoons, hammam, jacuzzi…

You’ll love

This exceptional trip by cable car
Meeting the shepherds
Outdoor activities, fun and thrills to share with the whole family
The comfortable residence, with the Pic du Midi in the background

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On the programme for your stay

8 days / 7 nights

During your week’s holiday at the Grand Tourmalet, you’ll be able to set your own pace for the days ahead, punctuated by idleness, walks or activities.
From Bagnères-de-Bigorre, your base camp and pretty spa town, you’re spoilt for choice…

The pass route between Tourmalet and Aspin
The Col du Tourmalet is the highest road pass in the Pyrenees. It offers spectacular views over the valleys. At the foot of the Pic du Midi, it is one of the legendary passes of the Tour de France.
The Col d’Aspin, wilder, less frequented and lower, offers a delightful route with probably the most extensive panorama. Its summit is dedicated to the grazing of cows and horses.

Enjoy a moment of relaxation on the shores of Lake Payolle
Nestling in a forest at the foot of the Col d’Aspin and the Hourquette d’Ancizan, it is known as the ” Little Canada of the Pyrenees “.
The site is ideal for lovely walks between plains and fir trees or a meal by the water. At the bend in the path, you’re sure to come across a family of cows or horses in this mecca of pastoralism.

Discover the intimate Lesponne valley
This green setting is home to numerous barns, some of which still have thatched roofs. A walk through a traditional landscape culminating in the Magenta waterfall.

What to do

Take the cable car up to the Pic du Midi

The experience begins with a spectacular aerial journey aboard the Pic du Midi cable car. At the top, take time to visit the site, stroll along the terraces, venture onto the vertiginous Ponton in the sky and admire the view of the Pyrenees chain. Exceptional! We recommend that you arrive at the Pic du Midi in the morning for lunch.

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A shepherd and his flock of sheep in Gavarnie
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Pierre Meyer

Meet the shepherds

Yan and Cédric, the valley’s shepherds, welcome you to their sheepfolds in one of the most beautiful pastoral areas. During a walk, they’ll show you their job, look after the animals and take part in seasonal activities. The tour ends with a picnic featuring farm produce. It’s a great opportunity for young and old to share some fun times together!

Fun outdoor activities

For a laugh and to test your balance, head for the accrobranche (tree climbing) course and the via ferrata, set in a canyon carved out by the River Adour. Tyrolean traverses, monkey bridges, aerial swings… make for great family fun. The route is suitable for all levels. A signposted footpath invites you to enjoy the show, offering a unique view of the key points along the way.

Meet the marmot

Let us guide you on a short walk to discover the magnificent animal that is the marmot. Marc, your guide, will be taking out his spyglass to observe them and find out more about their life and why not observe other animals!

Walk at the foot of the Arbizon massif to Lac d’Arou – 300 m ascent – Suitable for all the family.

9am: departure by car – 9.30am: arrival at the starting point of the hike
3.15pm: return to the starting point – 4pm: return to the car park

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The Château de Mauvezin and its breathtaking view of the Pyrenees

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Jacuzzi terrace with views of the Pyrenees from the Aquensis terrace ©Christian Jarno
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Christian Jarno

Visit Mauvezin Castle

How would you like to meet one of the most important figures of the Middle Ages? The renowned Gaston Phébus, Count of Foix and Viscount of Béarn, warrior prince, poet, great hunter and architect of a major work: the Château de Mauvezin, which he transformed into an impregnable fortress! In the courtyard, you’ll find the grand keep and its splendid panoramic views! The tour takes you right to the heart of castle life, from the lord’s hall to the dungeon.

Family relaxation at Aquensis

Immerse yourself in the healing waters of the Aquensis balneotherapy centre.
Baths and a lagoon bubble under a majestic cathedral-like wooden structure.

Upstairs, an exceptional hammam and nineteenth-century lounges provide an elegant setting for massages and body wraps.

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Julie, creator of holidays and breaks in the Hautes-Pyrénées

As an adventurer and lover of the great outdoors, I specialise in holidays that are full of emotion! Don’t hesitate to contact me to adapt this holiday. See you soon in the Hautes-Pyrénées.

Julie Richard

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Pic du Midi

The Pic du Midi

and its cable car

Access from La Mongie station by cable car – Option to eat on site at the summit. The Pic du Midi offers daytime visits, stargazing evenings and overnight stays at the summit. Mountain biking is also available from the summit in summer.

The Pic du Midi cable car: simple, easy access to the highest peaks!

The Pic du Midi cable car takes passengers on a spectacular journey to the summit, at an altitude of 2,877 metres, where the 1,000 m² of terraces offer a 360° view of the Pyrenees, the great plains of the South West and the foothills of the Massif Central. The view is unique and the panorama exceptional.

But the Pic du Midi also boasts a valuable observatory for scientists, and thehighest museum in Europe, which passionately recounts the human epic of the construction of this exceptional site.

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Your spa centre

bubble of well-being

Aquensis

The azure-blue facade of a private mansion marks out Aquensis, a thermal spa and architectural gem.

Baths and a lagoon bubble under a majestic cathedral-like wooden frame, next to an exceptional hammam. Animated pools with whirlpools, water curtains, swan necks and underwater music, not to mention saunas and jacuzzis on the terrace, complete the offer. Upstairs, 19th-century salons provide an elegant setting for massages and body wraps.

accommodation

Hosting

Tourism residence

Set in a small, secluded valley off the main road leading to the Tourmalet pass, this tourist residence offers a peaceful and charming holiday destination.

On the edge of the forest, this residence boasts a large wooded park and a host of facilities for a wonderful holiday in the heart of nature.

In summer, you can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, football pitches and tennis courts.

Near the residence, an old farmhouse has been refurbished in the spirit of a guest house, with a bar, fitness room, table tennis and table football.

budget

Budget

The estimated budget for this stay is €1,584 per family.

Included in this suggestion :

8 days/7 nights in a flat in a hotel residence with swimming pool
1 cable car ride (family) to the Pic du Midi (panoramic terraces, Ponton dans le Ciel, restaurant and snack bar…)
Meet the shepherds, visit their sheepfolds and picnic near the flock
1 entry (family) for the accrobranche course and the via ferrata
1 marmot hike with mountain guide Marc
1 admission (family) to the Château de Mauvezin
1 admission (2 hrs) to the Aquensis spa with lagoons, hammam, jacuzzi…

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Just give us a call and we’ll organise everything for you: a cosy residence at a good price, a good address for dinner, a snowshoe walk with a guide, a hot bath in the open air, a dog-sledding trip… And we’ll share our tips with you to make sure your holiday is like no other.

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