• Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains
  • Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains
  • Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains
  • Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains
  • Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains
  • Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains Yoann - verified review - march 2025
  • Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains Yoann - verified review - march 2025
  • Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains Yoann - verified review - march 2025
  • Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains Yoann - verified review - march 2025
  • Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains Yoann - verified review - march 2025
Arreau / Pyrenees

Snowshoeing weekend in the mountains

3,7/5 (3 reviews)
Réf : TQVPKB

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking , Snowshoeing
  • Duration
    2 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    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
    Arreau / Pyrenees
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    17 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

We offer a sporty snowshoeing weekend to reach the peaks of the Nestes region . In the evening, you'll return to your accommodation in the heart of an authentic village in the Aure Valley . This trip is suitable for beginners, but a reasonable level of fitness and good health is required. The Aure Valley and the area around Saint-Lary-Soulan are ideal for snowshoeing! You'll return early enough to enjoy your evening.

Close to the Saint-Lary-Soulan ski resort, which offers all the best amenities after a winter outing, including spa treatments, entertainment, and a cinema, you can enhance your evening.

The highlights

  • Evolution in small groups
  • Local transport by minibus, no problem with snowy roads
  • Different atmosphere and decor every day
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Yoann - verified review - march 2025
Yoann - verified review - march 2025
Yoann - verified review - march 2025
Yoann - verified review - march 2025
Yoann - verified review - march 2025

Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Intermediate

Levels

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 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.

The expert's opinion

This is a sports weekend that requires regular participation in a sport.

In figures

Snowshoes

  • Average duration/day: 6h
  • Average daily elevation gain: 800 m
  • Average daily descent: 800 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 4 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
English
Spanish
French
Guillaume

Guillaume or a member of his team will be happy to guide you.

You will be accompanied by a mountain guide from the partner agency's team.

Management

Security

Our guides make safety their top priority.
Learn more about supervision

Program

Day 1
Day 2
  • map

    The Pic d'Augas

    • Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 30km
    • Activity Snowshoes
    • Duration of the activity 6h
    • Positive elevation gain 700 m
    • Negative elevation 700 m
    • Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Your snowshoeing weekend begins with the ascent of Pic d'Augas (2213 m). Although a secondary peak, it offers magnificent views of the surrounding area. A short section on a trail provides a good warm-up and helps you get used to snowshoes. The second part of the hike then becomes a bit steeper, giving you the opportunity to use your heel lifts.

    Day 1

Note

The partner agency reserves the right to modify this program for various reasons, such as weather or physical conditions. If snow conditions are insufficient, you will be required to wear snowshoes to reach the snow line, or you may need to use snow chains on your feet if necessary. Conversely, if the avalanche risk is too high, the guide will take you to a safe area.

As a reminder, it's not the mountain that adapts to you, but the other way around!

Accommodation

🏠 Bed and breakfast - Day 1
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Day 1
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Day 1
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Day 1
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Day 1
  • 🏠 Bed and breakfast - Day 1
🏠 Bed and breakfast - Day 1

Located in Guchen, an authentic Pyrenean village in the Aure Valley, you'll find a former castle converted into a holiday center offering simple yet welcoming comfort. The friendly staff goes out of their way to ensure you have a pleasant stay. Rooms (for 2 to 5 people) can be shared with other guests; toilets and showers are located on the landing.

The mountain atmosphere there is friendly.

Access

Departure
Arreau
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Arreau
Day 2 - 17h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Lannemezan
This stay is accessible by train, go to the SNCF website to book your tickets in advance! It takes 7 hours 50 minutes from Paris or Lyon to Lannemezan station then take a Lio bus to Arreau (35 min).
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  • Full board from dinner on Day 1 to picnic lunch on Day 2

  • Accommodation based on a shared room

  • Snowshoes and poles

  • The mountain guide from the partner agency team

The price does not include

  • Transportation from your home to your accommodation

  • Cancellation insurance (optional)

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).

In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (

For example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.

ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment

Equipment provided on site

  • Snowshoes and poles

Equipment to bring

  • A 20/25L backpack to carry your belongings for the day.
  • A water bottle (approximately 1.5 liters).
  • Sunglasses.
  • Sunscreen.
  • A lip balm.

Other optional equipment:
  • A pair of binoculars.
  • A camera.
  • Some cereal bars or other dried fruit.
  • A headlamp.
  • A small survival blanket.
  • A knife.
  • A pair of shoelaces.

Clothing to bring

  • Loose-fitting, waterproof and windproof clothing (gore tex type jacket).
  • A pair of waterproof, warm, and sturdy shoes (heavy hiking boots are suitable). Sneakers and trail shoes are not recommended as they are not warm enough, and since snowshoes attach around the ankle, this type of footwear is unsuitable. Moon boots or other après-ski boots are also not recommended as they are too flexible and will not provide adequate foot support. Canadian-style snow boots are very effective.
  • A lightweight down jacket.
  • A beanie.
  • 2 pairs of gloves.

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3,7/5
(3 reviews)
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Yoann - 43 ans

march 2025 In a group
  • Yoann
  • Yoann
  • Yoann
  • Yoann
  • Yoann
Published on 11/03/2025
C

CLAIRE - 66 ans

january 2025 In a group
Translated from French
see above
Published on 31/01/2025
F

Florence - 45 ans

january 2025 In a group
Published on 28/01/2025

They traveled with us

Discover the authentic experiences of our travelers
3,7/5
(3 reviews)
At Decathlon, the reviews are reliable.
Reviews displayed in reverse chronological order
Y

Yoann - 43 ans

march 2025 In a group
  • Yoann
  • Yoann
  • Yoann
  • Yoann
  • Yoann
Published on 11/03/2025
C

CLAIRE - 66 ans

january 2025 In a group
Translated from French
see above
Published on 31/01/2025
F

Florence - 45 ans

january 2025 In a group
Published on 28/01/2025
The Guillaume team
Decathlon Travel Partner

The Guillaume team

4.7/5 (75 reviews) • 39 stays
Our local partner is a mountain specialist, producing outdoor adventure and sports holidays in the Pyrenees. Located in Arreau, in the heart of the Hautes-Pyrénées, since 2014, their team brings their passion for the mountains and the great outdoors in all its forms (snow, rocks, whitewater, wildlife, flora) and their recognized expertise to offer travelers unique, all-inclusive sports holidays. To maintain control over their services, our partner ensures they work with few intermediaries. Authenticity is their guiding principle! For nearly 10 years, they have been committed to offering eco-responsible trips while maintaining a personal touch. Our partner's team consists of two employees and around twenty guides of all kinds, all dedicated to sharing their values ​​and ensuring their travelers' satisfaction.
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