The Néouvielle region, but different, on a hike
In summary
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Sports
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Duration6 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationNéouvielle Massif / Hautes-Pyrénées
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AgeFrom the age of 18
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CO₂-Emissions44.39 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
English
Spanish
In a few words
The highlights
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Supervision by a qualified instructor from our partner's team
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4 days of walking, an intense level
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Local transport by private minibus
Photos
Sport
Level
Hiking / Trekking
The expert's opinion
This trip requires a good level of physical fitness; you will be carrying your bag and camping equipment.
In figures
Hiking
- Maximum altitude: 2614 m
Management
English
Spanish
Guillaume, a mountain guide and manager of the partner agency, will accompany you during this stay, or one of his trusted colleagues will replace him.
Program
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Arrival
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 20km
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
You will be staying overnight in a family home in Guchen, enjoying a good meal. We will take this opportunity to give a brief overview of our week, get to know the rest of the group, and pack your bags.
Day 1 -
Hike from Aulon to Lake Campana
- Transportation Minibus - 00h15 - 10km
- Activity Hiking
- Maximum altitude 2506 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Early morning departure by minibus to the village of Aulon and its Lurgues barns at 1409 meters altitude. This is where our trek begins. We'll start with an ascent to the Auloueilh hut (1860m) and its traditional stone huts (courtaous) before continuing to the Aulon pass (2506m). Then, a descent through a very mountainous area to Lake Campana (2220m). This will be our overnight camping spot. Unfortunately, the refuge is closed this year, but the memory will be all the sweeter!
Day 2 -
Little-used valleys
- Activity Hiking
- Maximum altitude 2500 m
- Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
After a good night's sleep in our tents, we'll prepare breakfast in the rising sun. Once camp is packed up, we'll resume our hike to climb the Hourquette de Caderolles (2480m). We'll descend to the Port-Bielh shelter (2105m) and then climb back up into the magnificent Gourget valley, followed by the Estibere valley, before reaching an unnamed pass at 2500m. The final descent will take us to our second night's bivouac near Lake Aubert (2150m).
Day 3 -
"Off the beaten track"
- Activity Hiking
- Maximum altitude 2515 m
- Accommodation Refuge
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We'll take advantage of having a nearby road to leave some of our belongings with a team member there and pick up some supplies. With lighter packs, we'll set off again towards the Col de Madaméte (2508m) and then the Col de Tracens (2463m). We'll descend to Lac Nère (2220m) before climbing back up to our final pass, the Col de la Mourèle (2515m), before reaching the Refuge de la Glère (2160m) for dinner and a night in a bed!
Day 4 -
Last day of walking
- Transportation Minibus - 00h45 - 25km
- Activity Hiking
- Maximum altitude 2614 m
- Accommodation Hostel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
We depart from the refuge for our final day of hiking. Today's ascent will take us to the Rabiet pass (2509m), then down to Lake Bugarette (2281m) before climbing back up to the Hourquette pass of the same name at 2614m. Finally, we'll reach the magnificent Cap de Long dam (2170m) to complete this loop. We'll be picked up here and taken back to the family home in Guchen by minibus.
D+ 800 m, approximately 5/6 hours*
Day 5 -
This is the start
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Breakfast in Guchen and return journey.
Day 6
Note
Pyrénées Trekking and your guide reserve the right to modify this program for various reasons such as weather, or physical conditions, …
The elevation gain and walking time are estimates that may change depending on weather conditions and/or the pace of the participants, …
Accommodation
- In a family home in Guchen, in a shared room with shared bathroom.
- You'll be camping in tents and staying in mountain huts during the trek. Your last night will be spent in a family home in Guchen.
- In a family home in Guchen, in a shared room with shared bathroom.
- You'll be camping in tents and staying in mountain huts during the trek. Your last night will be spent in a family home in Guchen.
- In a family home in Guchen, in a shared room with shared bathroom.
- You'll be camping in tents and staying in mountain huts during the trek. Your last night will be spent in a family home in Guchen.
Access
You will leave Guchen on the morning of the last day.
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
Full board from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 5
Minibus transport for hiking departures
The guide
The price does not include
- Transportation from your home to your accommodation
- Cancellation insurance (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
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 until the departure date, so please check official websites regularly. Furthermore, it is important to inform us of any health problems that could cause you difficulties (prostheses, epilepsy, asthma, etc.).
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Sheets and duvet are provided by the host in a family home.
- For bivouacs, we provide the tents.
Equipment to bring
For hiking, you'll need a pair of hiking boots, preferably waterproof and sturdy . If you buy a new pair before you leave, make sure you wear them a little beforehand, otherwise you risk blisters that could even prevent you from finishing your trek.
A pair of poles can be very useful to relieve the effort, especially with the weight of the bag.
A 50L pack will be sufficient to carry your day and night gear, some food, tent parts, and your water bottle (approximately 1.5L). A comfortable backpack is appreciated on long days. Be aware that on this type of trek, the weight of your pack is a real enemy! We can discuss this further if you wish.
For the “just in case” items at the bottom of the bag: a few cereal bars or other dried fruits, a headlamp, a small survival blanket, a knife, some strapping tape and a pair of shoelaces.
For bivouacs and in mountain huts, you will need a sleeping mat, a sleeping bag liner (silk or synthetic sheet) and a sleeping bag . We provide the tents.
You will need a cooking set with glass and cutlery.
Clothing to bring
It can get hot quickly on a hike, so pack loose-fitting, waterproof, and windproof clothing (like a Gore-Tex jacket) as well as a light down jacket, since a cool breeze can still be present. Don't forget a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a small toiletry kit with Marseille soap to avoid polluting the environment.
