• Weekend trekking trip to the Cirque de Gavarnie
  • Weekend trekking trip to the Cirque de Gavarnie
  • Weekend trekking trip to the Cirque de Gavarnie
  • Weekend trekking trip to the Cirque de Gavarnie
  • Weekend trekking trip to the Cirque de Gavarnie
  • Weekend trekking trip to the Cirque de Gavarnie
  • Weekend trekking trip to the Cirque de Gavarnie
Hautes-Pyrénées / Ossau Valley

Weekend trekking trip to the Cirque de Gavarnie

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In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    3 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
    Hautes-Pyrénées / Ossau Valley
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    15.38 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
    🇪🇸
    Spanish
    🇬🇧
    English

In a few words

Treat yourself to three days of hiking and two nights in a mountain refuge in the magnificent setting of the Cirque de Gavarnie ! Your itinerary is a loop starting from the picturesque village of Gavarnie . During this trip, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the Gavarnie massif and Mont Perdu as you progress. Your route includes the Espugues trail and the Brèche de Roland pass. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this exceptional location guarantees three unforgettable days of hiking!

The highlights

  • A hiking trail in the middle of the most impressive glacial cirque in Europe
  • A site doubly listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • A unique flora on a limestone soil rich in diversity
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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.

The expert's opinion

A flexible itinerary, except for the second day.

A challenge tailored to individual needs, then…

The compulsory part of the first day remains fairly easy for this type of route, but with the option of the little Pimené, we move to a higher level of difficulty.

The second day, however, cannot be shortened. A steep and challenging climb, but with no descent.

Finally, if fatigue sets in, you can choose not to climb to the summit of Taillon on the third day, which allows you to conserve your energy.

In short, between intermediate and difficult, the choice is yours individually!


Technically, you will generally be following good mountain paths, however the Sarradets ladder and the climb to Taillon are on steep terrain where you will sometimes use your hands during short, easy climbs.

There are a few aerial sections on day 2 and day 3, but nothing insurmountable with your guide and motivation.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 6h30
  • Average daily elevation gain: 867 m
  • Average daily descent: 734 m
  • Exposed Passages: Yes

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 5 to 12 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
🇪🇸
Spanish
🇬🇧
English
Supervisor
You will be accompanied by a guide who knows the mountain range and its every nook and cranny perfectly. He will introduce you to the local fauna and flora, as well as the unique heritage of the area.

Management

Security

The guide can help you if you have difficulty on a section that requires using your hands. They are experienced and will be able to reassure you!
Learn more about supervision

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
  • map

    From Gavarnie to the Espuguettes refuge

    • Activity Hiking
    • Duration of the activity 6h
    • Positive elevation gain 1100 m
    • Negative elevation 300 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    The first day will be spent exploring the Gavarnie balconies, where panoramic views of the Vignemale and the peaks of the cirque will unfold before you. You'll gain altitude to reach the Espuguettes refuge in the early afternoon, and then, as an optional excursion, you can head to the summit of Petit Piméné for a breathtaking view of the entire Mont Perdu massif.

    Day 1

Note

The program may be modified without notice by the guide depending on the conditions encountered during the stay: weather, snow conditions, group fitness, may influence the chosen itinerary.

Accommodation

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

Access

Departure
Place de la fête à Soulom ou dans un village sur la route vers Gavarnie
Day 1 : 08h00
End of stay
Place de la fête à Soulom ou dans un village sur la route vers Gavarnie
Day 3 - 17h00

It is best to arrive the day before if you are coming by public transport or from afar. See information below.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Lourdes

Take a train or plane to Lourdes, then a bus to Gavarnie. Bus line 965, operated by LIO: https://www.lio-occitanie.fr/

Access by plane
The nearest airport isTarbes- Lourdes

Take a train or plane to Lourdes, then a bus to Gavarnie. Bus line 965, operated by the Lio company: https://www.lio-occitanie.fr/

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

Take the motorway to Tarbes, then the D821 departmental road to the village of Soulom (first meeting with the guide at 8am). We will then organize carpooling to the village of Gavarnie (50-minute drive).

If you are staying overnight in Gavarnie: there is paid parking available. In this case, please meet us at 9:00 AM at the tourist office. Please specify this when making your reservation.

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Price details

The price includes

  • Full board in the mountain refuge from dinner on day 1 to the picnic lunch on day 3
  • Professional liability insurance
  • The hikes are led by a state-certified Mountain Guide.

The price does not include

  • Day 1's picnic
  • Personal equipment
  • Drinks and other additional consumption
  • Transport to get to Gavarnie (shuttle service available from Lourdes train station or airport )

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

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Lena

july 2025
Translated from French
I had a wonderful adventure and made some great memories at the Cirque de Gavarnie with a fantastic group! The route was varied and offered a real change of scenery. The guides shared tips and knowledge that helped me become more self-reliant in the mountains.
Published on 25/07/2025
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Julie

september 2024
Published on 23/09/2024

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Lena

july 2025
Translated from French
I had a wonderful adventure and made some great memories at the Cirque de Gavarnie with a fantastic group! The route was varied and offered a real change of scenery. The guides shared tips and knowledge that helped me become more self-reliant in the mountains.
Published on 25/07/2025
J

Julie

september 2024
Published on 23/09/2024
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