• The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain
  • The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain
  • The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain
  • The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain
  • The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain
  • The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain
  • The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain
  • The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain
  • The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain
Pyrenees / Spain

The Tour du Vignemale, an unusual trek between France and Spain

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In summary

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

    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
    Pyrenees / Spain
  • Age
    From 15 - 70 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    11.84 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

Embark on an immersive journey into the heart of the central Pyrenees , discovering a mountain range as wild as it is authentic. This trek takes you along ancient trails , far from the usual crowds, where each stage reveals a new facet of these contrasting mountains.

Along the route, explore the richness of the Pyrenean valleys , between the verdant northern slopes and the more mineral southern slopes, reflecting a dual Franco-Spanish identity. This crossing immerses you in varied landscapes, between ridges, summer pastures and high-altitude panoramas.

During these days away from the hustle and bustle of the world, we will hike around this giant of the Pyrenees, the Vignemale , which rises to 3298 meters . This secluded route offers an intense and unspoiled experience, ideal for lovers of off-the-beaten-path trekking .

For several days, disconnect from everyday life and immerse yourself in a unique mountain atmosphere, surrounded by unspoiled nature , silence, and wide-open spaces. A complete adventure to fully experience the Pyrenean spirit in all its diversity and authenticity.

The highlights

  • An off-the-beaten-track trek on both sides of the Pyrenees
  • A wealth of majestic and varied valleys, between lakes and high Pyrenean passes
  • Spectacular views of the giant of the French Pyrenees
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Advance

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 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.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average daily elevation gain: 900 m
  • Average daily descent: 547 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 2 to 6 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇬🇧
English
🇪🇸
Spanish
🇫🇷
French
Céline
Céline

You are accompanied by a state-certified mountain guide, a child of the Pyrenees, who grew up in these valleys, surrounded by the peaks and the stories of her father, a guide... She wants to make the soul of the Pyrenees resonate with every step... She was chosen for her field experience, her specific knowledge of the geographical area and the culture attached to it, and for her passion for sharing the Pyrenean valleys from which she was born.

Management

Security

This trek takes place in a mountain area, on non-technical trails and under the responsibility of a state-certified mountain guide who knows the area perfectly.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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    Mountains of Freedom

    • Activity Hiking
    • Positive elevation gain 800 m
    • Negative elevation 300 m
    • Accommodation Bivouac / Tent
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    For this first day, we'll cross the border between Bigorre and Spanish Aragon. A majestic setting awaits us at the start of the Gavarnie Valley, following ancient paths and routes. Iconic landscapes against a backdrop of historical passage. We'll follow the GR 10 for a while before branching off onto more secluded trails, in the land of chamois and marmots.

    Day 1

Note

This itinerary is provided as a guide only: depending on weather and operational conditions, and the level of the group, your guide reserves the right to modify this itinerary for your safety and that of the group.

Accommodation

⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 1 to 2
  • ⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 1 to 2
⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 1 to 2

Double tents will be provided for participants. Each participant will be required to carry their own equipment.

Access

Departure
Gavarnie, 65120 Gavarnie-Gèdre, France
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Gavarnie, 65120 Gavarnie-Gèdre, France
Day 3 - 16h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toLourdes
  1. Gavarnie is accessible by LIO bus lines, departing from Lourdes.
  2. Optional transfer available on request from Lourdes.
Access by car
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Price details

The price includes

  1. The stay is supervised by a state-certified mid-mountain guide.
  2. Overnight stays in bivouac
  3. Tent and sleeping mat (participants may use their own equipment if they wish)

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point
  2. Drinks and meals in the mountain refuge
  3. Snacks such as cereal bars and energy snacks during the hike + water (everyone must bring their own energy snacks, dried fruit, etc.)
  4. Personal equipment
  5. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Meals from evening of Day 1 to lunchtime of Day 3 : CHF86.91 / person
  2. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment

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FREDERIC

july 2026
Translated from French
Excellent experience for my first challenging trek. The support was top-notch (professional, friendly, and readily available). I highly recommend it!
Published on 27/07/2026

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FREDERIC

july 2026
Translated from French
Excellent experience for my first challenging trek. The support was top-notch (professional, friendly, and readily available). I highly recommend it!
Published on 27/07/2026
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The Céline team

5/5 (2 reviews) • 17 stays

Based in the heart of the Pyrenees, our local partner is a destination management company specializing in tailor-made and authentic holidays. They offer unique mountain experiences adapted to each individual. Their tour leaders and guides are local experts committed to a rigorous quality charter. They ensure perfect knowledge of the terrain to guarantee an exceptional welcome.

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