What to do in Loudenvielle
Modernity and authenticity
In winter, the breathtaking panorama of the high mountains and their snow-covered peaks creates an unforgettable setting. Activities such as dogsledding, snowshoeing, fun sledges … make the experience even more magical.
In summer, the Louron Valley, labeled as a hiking destination, reveals it's beauty through countless walking trails. Mountain biking is a major attraction with more than 400 km of marked Enduro, Downhill or Cross-country trails. Visitors can also enjoy other activities such as downhill scooter rides, paragliding, water sports on the lake, perfect for solo travellers, families and groups of friends.
The Skyvall gondola in winter allows skiers to access the ski slopes of Peyragudes very easily and in a few minutes, whatever the road conditions. In both winter and summer, it is also open to hikers, moutain bikers, paragliders and pedestrians offering easy access to the mountains all year round.
After a day of outdoor activities, unwind at Balnéa. The valley's famous spa and wellness centre, relax in thermal water in baths inspired by cultures from all around the world.
Not forgetting the restaurants that allow you to discover the gastronomic richness of the Pyrenees and our local producers who bring life to the heritage. The lake of Genos-Loudenvielle offers a peaceful and scenic setting, perfect for relaxation and a change of scenery.
It is THE must-attend mountain biking event in the French Pyrenees, where the elite of downhill and enduro mountain biking gather for a multi-discipline World Cup. A historic first in France!
It was the first destination in the South West of France to receive the “Land of Cycling Excellence” label in December 2019. Through this regional label, the French Cycling Federation recognizes the work carried out to promote and enhance the destination as a cycling hub. Discover all the MTB, downhill, road cycling, and gravel trails.
Exceptional tourist sites
The listed painted Romanesque churches of the Louron valley, our natural heritage with its high mountain lakes, such as Lac de Caillaouas or Lac de Sarrouyes, transborder peaks such as the Pic des Gourgs Blancs, agropastoralism... this rich heritage is recognized by 2 exceptional accreditations: "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire" (Land of Art and History) and "Grands Sites Occitanie" (Major Sites of Occitanie)
Pyrénées Aure Louron, a Major Occitanie Site at the gateway to Aragon in the Hautes-Pyrénées
Discover our two Aure and Louron valleys, which form a large territory, rich in year round activities, breathtaking landscapes, historical heritage and artisanal and ancestral know-how. It willl brighten up your stay! Also, classified as “Art and History country” since 2008, this Major Occitanie Site, made up of 4 emblematic hearts and its resorts, has been categorised into three tourist attraction zones so as to encourage you to move around the area. Click on one of them and find out about its villages, natural and cultural heritage. For wanderers and those who love unusual trips, from Pyrénées Aure Louron you can easily access Sobrarbe, a province of Huesca in northern Aragon. You can find this Spanish province which is located on the southern slope of the Aure Louron Pyrenees on our map. Art, history and gastronomy enthusiasts will also be able to continue their pleasant discovery tour of the Pyrenean valleys in this area which unites 70 very different villages. Enhance your stay in the Pyrenees with a road trip to Sobrarbe.
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