• Comfortable snowshoeing around Loudenvielle
  • Comfortable snowshoeing around Loudenvielle
  • Comfortable snowshoeing around Loudenvielle
  • Comfortable snowshoeing around Loudenvielle
  • Comfortable snowshoeing around Loudenvielle
  • Comfortable snowshoeing around Loudenvielle
Arreau / Pyrenees

Comfortable snowshoeing around Loudenvielle

Réf : ZFWTSY

In summary

  • Sports
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    Levels

    Snowshoeing

    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for 3 to 4 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, or trails, or across rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for approximately 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 500 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in sports activities 1 to 2 times 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 1,000 meters of elevation gain, off-trail or on rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports 2 to 3 times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want to hike intensely for 7 to 8 hours a day with over 1,000 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.
  • Destination
    Arreau / Pyrenees
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    67.19 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

In a few words

We offer you a quiet and comfortable snowshoeing holiday in the Nestes region, every evening you return to your accommodation in the heart of an authentic village in the valley.

There are no prerequisites for this trip; it's accessible to everyone , even if you're a complete beginner. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experienced participants; we adapt to the group's level .

The Louron Valley and the area around Loudenvielle are perfect for snowshoeing! During this gentle stay, you'll experience a variety of landscapes: high mountains, forests, and panoramic ridges – each day has its own unique charm. You'll return early enough to enjoy your evening and the comfort of your hotel.

The highlights

  • Accessible to the greatest number
  • Local transport by minibus, no problem with snowy roads
  • An entrance to Balnéa
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Sport

Level

Snowshoeing

Beginner

Levels

Snowshoeing

Beginner
For those wishing to walk for 3 to 4 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, or trails, or across rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those who wish to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of approximately 300 to 500 meters on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for approximately 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 500 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in sports activities 1 to 2 times 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 1,000 meters of elevation gain, off-trail or on rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports 2 to 3 times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want to hike intensely for 7 to 8 hours a day with over 1,000 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.
For those wishing to walk for 3 to 4 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, or trails, or across rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

The expert's opinion

This trip is for those who want to go snowshoeing without too much elevation gain.

In figures

Snowshoes

  • Average duration/day: 4h
  • Average distance/day: 1 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 280 m
  • Average daily descent: 280 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Supervisor
You are accompanied by a mid-mountain guide from the partner agency team.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
  • The Azet ridges

    • Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 20km
    • Activity Snowshoes
    • Duration of the activity 3h
    • Positive elevation gain 150 m
    • Negative elevation 150 m
    • Accommodation Hostel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    You'll begin your stay at a leisurely pace with an afternoon hike along the Azet ridges. Overlooking the Aure and Louron valleys, this route offers magnificent views while remaining very easy. A perfect warm-up for the rest of your trip.

    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 snow chains. Remember, the mountain doesn't adapt to you, but rather the other way around!

Accommodation

🏠 Inn - Days 1 to 5
  • 🏠 Inn - Days 1 to 5
  • 🏠 Inn - Days 1 to 5
  • 🏠 Inn - Days 1 to 5
🏠 Inn - Days 1 to 5

Located at an altitude of 1300m, you'll enjoy plenty of sunshine and magnificent views of the Louron Valley and Lake Loudenvielle. The cozy atmosphere by the woods is just what you're looking for after a great day of snowshoeing.

Access

Departure
Arreau
Day 1 : 13h30
End of stay
Arreau
Day 6 - 10h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Lannemezan
It takes 7 hours and 50 minutes from Paris or Lyon to Lannemezan station, then take a Lio bus to Arreau (35 minutes).
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 breakfast on Day 6

  • 5 nights in a mountain hostel based on a shared room (2 people/room)

  • Minibus transport for hike departures

  • Snowshoes and poles

  • The guide from the partner agency on the outings

  • 1 entry to the Balnéa thermal baths

The price does not include

  • Transportation to your hotel

  • Cancellation insurance

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment
The Guillaume team
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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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