• Hiking and first 3000m peak at Petit Vignemale
  • Hiking and first 3000m peak at Petit Vignemale
  • Hiking and first 3000m peak at Petit Vignemale
  • Hiking and first 3000m peak at Petit Vignemale
  • Hiking and first 3000m peak at Petit Vignemale
  • Hiking and first 3000m peak at Petit Vignemale
  • Hiking and first 3000m peak at Petit Vignemale
  • Hiking and first 3000m peak at Petit Vignemale
Gavarnie / Pyrenees

Hiking and first 3000m peak at Petit Vignemale

Réf : ZUXBJZ

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    2 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Gavarnie / Pyrenees
  • Age
    From 15 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    7.31 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    🇬🇧
    English
    🇪🇸
    Spanish
    🇫🇷
    French

In a few words

Gain some altitude and set off to conquer the Petit Vignemale , an iconic peak rising to 3,032 meters in the heart of the majestic Pyrenees. This accessible two-day hike presents no particular technical difficulties . It's the ideal introductory trip for regular hikers in good physical condition who want to experience the vast open spaces of the high mountains.

Your adventure revolves around an overnight stay in the highest guarded mountain refuge in the Pyrenees . After witnessing a magnificent sunrise from this high-altitude viewpoint, you will make your way to the summit. From up there, an exceptional panorama unfolds before you, revealing the spectacular Ossoue Glacier , the renowned Gavarnie massif , and the wild Gaube Valley , dominated by the imposing peak of Vignemale (3298 m).

The return route continues with a superb off-the-beaten-path variation, winding its way to one of the secluded and unspoiled lakes in this protected area. An exclusive mountain immersion, promising unforgettable memories close to the peaks.

The highlights

  • An accessible climb to 3032m altitude, ideal for an introduction to high-mountain mountaineering
  • 360° panorama of the Ossoue glacier, the Gavarnie massif and the Vignemale peak
  • A night in the highest guarded mountain refuge in the Pyrenees
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Confirmed

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 4h30
  • Average distance/day: 11 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 840 m
  • Average daily descent: 770 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 4 to 12 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇬🇧
English
🇪🇸
Spanish
🇫🇷
French
Supervisor

Supervision by a state-certified mountain guide.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
  • map

    Ascent to the Baysselance refuge

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 3h
    • Distance 7 km
    • Positive elevation gain 900 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Meet your guide in Gavarnie-Gèdre. Drive towards the Ossoue dam and the Milhas cabin.

    Ascent to the Baysselance refuge, via the GR10, and discovery of the high mountain landscapes of the Vignemale massif.

    Passing through the Bellevue caves, former refuge of Count Russell.

    Dinner and overnight stay at the refuge.

    Day 1

Accommodation

🏔️ Mountain refuge - Day 1
  • 🏔️ Mountain refuge - Day 1
🏔️ Mountain refuge - Day 1

Baysselance Refuge.

Access

Departure
Le Village, 65120 Gavarnie-Gèdre, France
Day 1 : 13h00
End of stay
Le Village, 65120 Gavarnie-Gèdre, France
Day 2 - 17h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toLourdes
  1. Bus (liO Network - Line 965): This is the most economical option ( €2 ). The liO 965 bus departs directly from Lourdes SNCF train station. It first stops at the center of Gèdre (Tourist Office) and then continues to Gavarnie (Tourist Office). The journey takes between 1 and 1.25 hours. Please note: direct connections to Gavarnie are more frequent during peak season (summer/winter), so be sure to check the timetables.
  2. Taxi / Private Hire Vehicle: Allow approximately 45 minutes to Gèdre and 55 minutes to Gavarnie (estimated fare between €80 and €120 depending on the exact destination and time).
Access by car
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The trip will be supervised by a state-certified mountain guide.
  2. Accommodation in mountain huts and dormitories
  3. Full board from dinner on Day 1 to picnic lunch on Day 2

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point
  2. Personal equipment
  3. Drinks and personal expenses
  4. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
The Elodie team
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Based in Cauterets, in the heart of the Hautes-Pyrénées, this agency is run by a team of passionate individuals who share their love of the mountains in a friendly atmosphere. Their expert guides take you off the beaten track to explore a unique natural and historical heritage. More than just a hike, each outing is a special moment to share while enjoying breathtaking panoramas.
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