Things to see/do: The surrounding area

Discover the Pyrenees from our gîte in Gazost

Located in the charming village of Gazost, just 15 minutes from Lourdes and in the heart of the Gave Valleys, our upscale gîte is the ideal starting point for discovering the most beautiful landscapes of the Hautes-Pyrénées. Between authentic villages, magnificent natural sites, legendary Tour de France mountain passes, hiking, mountain biking, and other mountain activities, the region attracts nature lovers, sports enthusiasts, and those who appreciate wide open spaces every year.

From the gîte, you can quickly reach the iconic villages of the Pyrenees:

• Argelès-Gazost
• Lourdes
• Luz-Saint-Sauveur
• Cauterets
• Pierrefitte-Nestalas
• Arrens-Marsous
• None
• Gavarnie
• Barèges
• Saint-Savin

These Pyrenean villages offer a unique blend of heritage, thermal baths, gastronomy and mountain activities.

Lourdes, an iconic city in the Pyrenees

World-renowned for its sanctuary and pilgrimages, Lourdes is also a destination for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts. The town serves as an ideal gateway to the Pyrenees.

You will be able to discover there:

• the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes,
• the fortified castle and its Pyrenean museum,
• Lake Lourdes,
• the Green Way of the Gaves,
• numerous cycling and mountain biking routes,
•outdoor activities: hiking, rafting, paragliding and canyoning.

The cycling routes around Lourdes provide quick access to the great Pyrenean passes and the legendary climbs of the Tour de France.

Argelès-Gazost, the cycling capital of the Pyrenees

Just a few minutes from the gîte, Argelès-Gazost has become a must-visit destination for cyclists and mountain bikers. The valley is renowned for its spectacular roads, panoramic views, and routes suitable for both road cycling and mountain biking.

Cycling enthusiasts come from all over the world to climb the legendary mountain passes of the Pyrenees:

• Hautacam
• Col du Tourmalet
• Col du Soulor
• Col d'Aubisque
• Spandelles Pass
• Luz Ardiden
• Col des Bordères
• Col des Tentes

The area is regularly crossed by the Tour de France and hosts international cycling events.

Hautacam and the great mountain passes of the Tour de France

From Gazost, you are ideally placed to tackle the Hautacam, a legendary climb known for its spectacular sections and exceptional views over the Argelès-Gazost valley.

Cyclists particularly appreciate:

• long, steady climbs,
• the scenic routes,
• the sporting challenges of the Pyrenean mountain passes,
• road and gravel cycling routes,
• the numerous mountain biking routes.

The region also offers more than 70 marked mountain bike trails around Argelès-Gazost and the Gave Valleys.

Mountain biking, gravel biking and bike rides in the Gaves Valleys

Lovers of soft mobility will appreciate the Voie Verte des Gaves, a cycle path linking Lourdes to Pierrefitte-Nestalas in the heart of the mountains.

The area is ideal for:

• Mountain biking,
• the electric bicycle,
• gravel,
• family outings,
• sports holidays,
• cycling courses in the Pyrenees.

Whether you are an experienced cyclist or a fan of scenic rides, the Gave Valleys offer an exceptional playground.

The major natural sites of the Hautes-Pyrénées

From the gîte, set off to discover the most beautiful natural sites of the Pyrenees:

• the Cirque de Gavarnie, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
• the Pont d'Espagne in Cauterets,
• the Pic du Midi de Bigorre,
• the Pyrenees National Park,
• Lake Gaube,
• the Val d'Azun,
• the Pibeste Nature Reserve,
• mountain waterfalls and lakes.

The Cirque de Gavarnie is one of the most impressive landscapes in the French Pyrenees and attracts hikers and nature lovers all year round.

Summer and winter, a nature and mountain destination

In every season, the Hautes-Pyrénées offer a multitude of activities:

• hiking,
• skiing,
• snowshoes,
• paragliding,
• trail,
• fishing,
• thermalism,
• canyoning,
• rafting,
• escalation.