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Jézeau Circular Route
Visorando Member
5.31 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,706 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Jézeau (Hautes-Pyrénées)
This circular route starting from Jézeau follows a clearly signposted path. The ascent features varying gradients with some fairly steep sections, but nothing technical or complicated. The return is much easier along a very wide path with superb views of the Pyrenees. The alternative route takes you through a horse paddock: see the Practical Information section for guidance on how to behave on this part of the route.
Lançon - Gouaux - Grézian loop
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.77 mi
+1,696 ft
-1,706 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Lançon (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
This is a beautiful hike, the first part of which takes you through lovely pine forests. You can then admire a superb panorama of the Aure valley on the south side, not to mention the highlight of the show, an incomparable view of the Arbizon.
Fréchet-Aure - Sarrancolin
3.18 mi
+446 ft
-807 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Fréchet-Aure (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Fourth stage of the Ténarèze: this section of the route takes you back to the GR®105 from Fréchet-Aure.
The route continues through Camous, a picturesque village with a rich mining heritage. You will then take a path towards Ilhet, following the old railway line, an industrial relic that adds a touch of nostalgia to the hike.
The walk continues to Sarrancolin, the end point of this stage.
From Ancizan to Fréchet-Aure
5.60 mi
+984 ft
-1,083 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Ancizan (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Third stage of the Ténarèze. From Ancizan, follow the GR® 105 north-east, crossing summer pastures and beech woods with views of the Pic du Midi de Bigorre. After Cadéac, the trail leads to Arreau, the former capital of the Aure Valley. Then take the old railway line (now disused), a flat path lined with ferns, to Fréchet-Aure. This balcony village, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", offers a panorama of the Pyrenees and a preserved pastoral heritage.
Col d’Artigue Couade
8.92 mi
+2,320 ft
-2,329 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Jézeau (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A fairly challenging snowshoe hike in a little-known valley.
This hike is classified as difficult as it takes place off the marked trails. During my hike, there was a lot of snow. Some cars had been buried under a thick layer of snow.
A good sense of direction is absolutely essential. But the scenery is spectacular.
There is no danger whatsoever if you follow this description and this GPS track.
The “Ambivalence” structure and Pla de Cros as seen from the church in Bordères-Louron
3.32 mi
+1,591 ft
-1,591 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bordères-Louron (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Starting from the car park in front of the church in Bordères-Louron, this accessible circular walk offers lovely sights all along the route.
After the first climb, you’ll reach the architectural structure “Ambivalence”, created by students from the Toulouse School of Architecture: an unusual seating area with a view over the valley, marking the entrance to the Montious Massif Regional Nature Reserve. You can then enjoy the panoramic view of the highest peaks in the Pyrenees and make use of the picnic tables.
From village to village in Bordères-Louron
7.54 mi
+2,746 ft
-2,726 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Bordères-Louron (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A lovely walk taking you from Bordères-Louron to Ris, Cazaux-Debat and Ilhan.You’ll cross from the southern slope to the northern slope, following some lovely stony paths.There are several lovely viewpoints along the route.This hike should be undertaken in the absence of rain and heavy snowfall.The walk is classified as difficult, as some basic navigation skills are required, for example between points (2) and (3).
Sur les hauteurs de la Neste d'Aure au départ de Camous
2.15 mi
+561 ft
-538 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Camous (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Petite balade facile au départ de Camous.
Circular from the Hourquette d'Ancizan
8.01 mi
+1,946 ft
-1,949 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Ancizan (Hautes-Pyrénées)
An easy hike that takes you on a circular route around the Hourquette. Dominant position 70% of the time, some beautiful views, passage at Lac d'Arou (where the cows bathe) and crossing of a few streams.
Important: for this hike, it is best to use "Open Street Map Rando", which offers more trails than IGN. However, it is impossible to get lost as all the landmarks are visible while walking and serve as reference points.
Pic de Montfaucon from the Hourquette d'Ancizan
8.42 mi
+3,983 ft
-3,980 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Ancizan (Hautes-Pyrénées)
On a mountain often overlooked in favour of its neighbour, the Arbizon, or the 3,000-metre peaks of the Néouvielle, this hike offers stunning views. The route through the mountain pastures to Lac d’Arou and then over scree to the summit requires good experience of walking on ground that gives way easily underfoot. Please take full note of the comments regarding the mountainous terrain.
This hike should only be undertaken when there is no snow!
Col d'Aspin, Aspin-Aure, Hourquette d'Arreau
9.60 mi
+2,667 ft
-2,644 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Aspin-Aure (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A long circular route passing through a small village typical of the Hautes-Pyrénées. The route passes beneath small peaks that can be easily climbed, depending on your fitness level.
Plo del Naou
3.76 mi
+978 ft
-974 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Aspin-Aure (Hautes-Pyrénées)
From the Col d'Aspin, this short round-trip hike will take you along the ridges between the Campan and Aure valleys for a superb view of the Pic du Midi de Bigorre, the Arbizon and the Perdiguère peaks.
Family route at the Col d'Aspin
2.09 mi
+509 ft
-509 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Aspin-Aure (Hautes-Pyrénées)
On holiday in the Pyrenees, the weather is fine and dry, so why not take a walk to the Col d'Aspin with our two children (aged two and a half and five and a half).
Winter circular loop via the Col d'Aspin and Plo del Naou
7.58 mi
+2,073 ft
-2,077 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Campan (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A snowshoe route offering views over the entire Payolle area. This hike can, of course, be undertaken in summer.However, do not head towards Plo del Naou in foggy conditions or when snow is falling, as there are no landmarks (it is a very large summer pasture area). A good sense of direction is essential (especially after the summit).
The summit of Tignous as seen from the Col d’Aspin forest road
7.40 mi
+1,280 ft
-1,273 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Aspin-Aure (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A lovely walk through the woodland with a nice view from the summit.
Moderator’s note added on 11/08/2021: Some paths are difficult to access (vegetation, barbed wire). Possible alternatives: see the comments at the bottom of this page
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