• Special Eclipse trip: hiking and bivouacking under the stars near the Pic du Midi
  • Special Eclipse trip: hiking and bivouacking under the stars near the Pic du Midi
  • Special Eclipse trip: hiking and bivouacking under the stars near the Pic du Midi
  • Special Eclipse trip: hiking and bivouacking under the stars near the Pic du Midi
  • Special Eclipse trip: hiking and bivouacking under the stars near the Pic du Midi
  • Special Eclipse trip: hiking and bivouacking under the stars near the Pic du Midi
  • Special Eclipse trip: hiking and bivouacking under the stars near the Pic du Midi
Arreau / Pyrenees

Special Eclipse trip: hiking and bivouacking under the stars near the Pic du Midi

Réf : KROEMK

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    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
    Arreau / Pyrenees
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    26.01 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
    🇫🇷
    French
    🇬🇧
    English
    🇪🇸
    Spanish

In a few words

Treat yourself to a nature escape for a long weekend under the stars during the total solar eclipse of August 12, 2026. For three days , embark on a scenic hike in the heart of the Pyrenees , near the Pic du Midi de Bigorre . Each evening, be amazed by an exceptionally clear sky in the heart of one of France's few International Dark Sky Reserves .

Your nights will be punctuated by alternating between bivouacking in the heart of nature and staying in barns , for total immersion in a pristine environment. This trip, designed to be accessible to all , is ideal for lovers of wide open spaces and mountain hiking , provided they have a basic level of fitness .

A rejuvenating adventure where hiking and stargazing combine for an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Pyrenean peaks .

A unique opportunity to observe the total solar eclipse in an extraordinary setting, far from any light pollution!

The highlights

  • Immersion in the Pic du Midi International Dark Sky Reserve
  • An opportunity to observe the total solar eclipse of August 12, 2026
  • Immersive nature experience: bivouacking and overnight stay in a barn in a friendly atmosphere
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Beginner

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 walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

The expert's opinion

The hikes are fairly easy, with a maximum elevation gain of 400m. Since it involves walking and camping, you'll still need to be reasonably fit to carry the packs.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 4h30
  • Average distance/day: 2 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 234 m
  • Average daily descent: 567 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 3 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
🇪🇸
Spanish
Guillaume

Guillaume or a member of his team will take charge of you to accompany you on this trip.

Supervision by a state-certified mountain guide.

Management

Security

Safety is our team's priority
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
  • map

    Scenic hike and night under the stars

    • Transportation Minibus - 00h25 - 15km
    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 4h
    • Positive elevation gain 200 m
    • Negative elevation 600 m
    • Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    In the early afternoon, you set off on a panoramic hike with breathtaking views of the Pic du Midi de Bigorre . The trail leads you to a clearing , where you will set up your tent for the night.

    As night falls, after a barbecue, your guide will offer you either a night walk or a stargazing session using specialized equipment. A special moment to enjoy the tranquility of nature under the stars.

    Day 1

Note

The elevation gain and walking time are estimates and may vary depending on snow conditions, the pace of the participants, etc. The partner agency and your guide reserve the right to modify this program for various reasons such as weather or physical conditions.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Arreau, France
Day 1 : 13h30
End of stay
Arreau, France
Day 3 - 15h00

You will be back in Arreau around 3pm

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toLannemezan
  1. Bus: Take line 963 (liO network) which connects Lannemezan station to Arreau (approximately 40 minutes journey, flat fare of €2 ). The stop is located in the centre of the village.
  2. Taxi: Allow approximately 30 minutes journey time from the station (estimated fare between €60 and €80 depending on the time of day).
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The trip will be supervised by a state-certified mountain guide.
  2. Full board from dinner on Day 1 to picnic lunch on Day 3
  3. Accommodation in a bivouac on day 1 and in a gîte or barn on day 2
  4. Local transportation
  5. Camping equipment (except sleeping bag)

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point
  2. Personal expenses
  3. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
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The Guillaume team
Decathlon Travel Partner

The Guillaume team

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Notre partenaire local est un spécialiste de la montagne et produit des séjours sportifs et d'aventures en plein air dans les Pyrénées. Situé à Arreau, au centre des Hautes-Pyrénées depuis 2014. Son équipe met au service des voyageurs sa passion pour la montagne et les grands espaces, sous toutes ses formes (neige, rochers, eaux vives, faune, flore) et son savoir-faire reconnu, pour proposer des séjours sportifs originaux clé en main. Pour garder le contrôle de ses prestations, notre partenaire s'assure de travailler avec peu d'intermédiaires. Le maître mot est l'authenticité ! Depuis près de 10 ans, il travaille à proposer des voyages éco-responsables et à garder une dimension humaine. L'équipe de notre partenaire : deux salariés et une vingtaine de guides en tout genres, ayant à cœur de transmettre leurs valeurs et satisfaire leurs voyageurs. 
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