Baren walks

This magnificent walk above Baren allows you to discover the mountain pastures, deciduous forests and a spectacular panorama of the legendary 3,000-metre peaks of the Central Pyrenees: Anéto, Maladeta, Maupas, Crabioules, Perdiguère, Posets, Quayrat, Lézat, Gougs Blancs, Spijeoles, Schrader... The Cabane de la Plagnette and its surroundings, a "true paradise for hikers", provide a pleasant approach for climbing Burat and the border peaks.

This pretty loop was the mountain biking training ground of our local champion Élodie, French junior champion in 2001 and 2002. On foot, you will have time to enjoy this route, which will take you to viewpoints overlooking the valley, where you may be lucky enough to spot numerous deer in this area.

A very pretty early winter circuit to be done on foot or snowshoes depending on the snow conditions. Its good south-eastern exposure allows you to walk in the sun, which is appreciated in cold weather. A very picturesque hike through the village, beautiful beech forests and the sumptuous panorama from the summit.

This easy hike will allow you to discover Artigue, a charming village in the Luchonnais region, beautiful forests and a superb panorama of Bagnères-de-Luchon surrounded by its 3000m peaks, all on very different paths and trails.

Tour of the barns and huts of Artigue, making a large circular loop through the summer pastures via the PR® and GR®10 trails. Pass through Plan de Montmajou and the border markers to Col des Taons de Bacanère. The return journey takes you past two huts and the Cigalère State Forest. A very pleasant hike in the gentle autumn sunshine with beautiful views of the peaks and 3,000-metre summits of the Luchonnais, sometimes whitened by the first snows.

A magnificent snowshoe hike in Luchon, starting from the picturesque village of Artigue. Spectacular views are guaranteed throughout the walk, taking in all the 3,000-metre peaks of the Luchon region and the Maladeta.

If you enjoy spotting chamois, this route will be right up your street. It offers a splendid view of Aneto and the Luchonnais peaks.

An easy hike through beech forests, including the winner of the 2014 "Remarkable Trees" competition, and along forest roads. View of Pic de Burat on the way up and Pic du Gar on the way down. Picnic possible at the Contraire hut halfway along the route.

A lovely walk starting from Saint-Paul-d'Oueil towards the ridges of the Tour d'Oueil Larboust, with views over the valleys and the Port de Pierrefitte.

A circular walk with no real difficulty apart from the length of the route in the upper Garonne valley between Saint-Béat and Fos, passing through the villages of Arlos, Argut-dessous and Lez. Route revised in May 2022 after walking it a second time and extending the end with a short circular route to pass through the heart of the village of St-Béat.

A superb hike in the Oueil valley with the added bonus of meeting local horses and panoramic views of the Pyrenees between Aneto and Grand Quayrat.

A very pleasant and easy hike, allowing you to stroll between the Oueil Valley and the Col de Peyresourde. Halfway along the route, you will discover rows of cromlechs with views of the Pyrenean peaks between Aneto and Quayrat. The Croix de Garin offers a clear view of the Agudes and the climb up to the pass.

A beautiful hike in the hills above Bagnères-de-Luchon, featuring a long stretch along a ridge or balcony offering stunning views of the Pyrenean massif, the foothills, the town of Luchon and the Larboust valley. The paths are well marked except for a short section on the return journey, between (5) and (8), which is steep and requires sure-footedness.

A short hike to discover a small mountain village. A view of Bagnères-de-Luchon and its surroundings.

A lovely circular loop starting from Fos, between Argut-dessous and Argut-dessus, via the ridges. Views over the Saint-Béat valley. Not difficult, but depending on the season and your mood, having to make your way through the broom and ferns between points (3) and (4) may be a bit of a nuisance or quite amusing...

Magnificent ascent of the Pic du Gar via the Col de Teyech. Superb views of the surrounding valleys. A challenging hike with a lot of elevation gain but no technical difficulty.

This medium-altitude hike offers a multitude of sumptuous views over the valleys to the west of Bagnères-de-Luchon: the One, Larboust and Oueil valleys. There is something to delight every hiker, not to mention the small, beautifully restored villages with their first-rate religious architectural heritage. A little bit of tarmac is quickly forgotten thanks to the beauty of the surrounding nature and landscapes.

This looping route around the Pic du Gar and Pic de Cagire from the small village of Bezins takes you right up close to the impressive limestone cliffs and gives the Pic du Gar, which is less than 2,000 m high, an air of grandeur. Crossing the beech forest provides a shady route, with beautiful views over the valley. Access to the Pic de Cagire via the north-facing slope offers views over the plain and, in fine weather, spectacular views of the Pyrenees from the summit. This view can still be enjoyed along the ridge route.This hike can be done over two days, with an overnight stay in a hut or bivouac.Gpx trail recommended.

Une mise en jambe sympathique, à travers la forêt tout du long, pour découvrir la vallée. Plusieurs points particuliers, passerelle, tour, cascade et fontaine, émaillent le parcours, dont une surprenante Fontaine d'Amour qu'il ne faut pas rater (bien faire attention au panneau) pour commencer à comprendre l'histoire de la région.

An easy hike to Lac de Bordères (Bareilles) via Port de Pierrefite, with superb views of the Pyrenees mountain range.Moderator’s warning dated 25/01/2021: Please note! In winter, the starting point at Port de Balès may be inaccessible by car. See the notice below dated 25/01/2021

The Mont Né circular route from the Port de Balès offers breathtaking views of the Pyrenean peaks: from the Ariège peaks to the summits of Néouvielle and the Pic du Midi de Bigorre. The route then continues along the Crêtes de Pal, passing through the Port de Pierrefite and the Pic du Lion to reach the summit of the Pic du Montious, the highest point of the hike. The descent to Lac de Bareilles is a chance to relax. On the way back, you’ll come across cows and goats along the path.

Belvédère du Mont Né (Mont Né viewpoint) is a fitting name for this mountain, as the views you will discover throughout this hike are breathtaking. In good weather, this route does not present any major difficulties. What's more, you will start from Port de Balès, a famous stage of the Tour de France.

A beautiful hike that can be done with the family and children who are used to walking, starting from the well-known Port de Balès (altitude 1755 m) (Tour de France cycling race). The summit of Mont Né (altitude 2,147 metres) offers beautiful views of the central Pyrenees and the magnificent Lac de Bordères or Lac de Bareilles. From Pic du Lion (altitude 2,102 metres), there is a safe aerial path along the Crête de la Coume du Lion. The cromlech at Port de Pierrefite is also worth noting.

A fantastic panoramic hike, winding its way between Haute-Garonne and the Hautes-Pyrénées, with the ascent of Mont Né and Lac de Bordères as the destination.

A hike to the Mont Né refuge from Bourg d’Oueil.

Starting from Les Granges de Crouhens, after Ferrère, this circular walk will take you through part of the Barousse Forest. With a bit of luck, you may spot deer, which are quite numerous in this forest.

A lively village in the Val d'Aran, discover the valley via a pleasant circular route starting from Bossost, passing through Bausen and returning via the other side of the Garonne. There is a slight climb at the start up to Bausen. There are numerous viewpoints overlooking the peaks surrounding the valley.

Siradan, Salechan, Thèbe. A short walk in the forest, in the shade if it's sunny and sheltered if it rains.

During this hike, you’ll walk through the woods and across the valley’s high ground. Discover Bramevaque Castle, built inthe 11th century, which was the cradle of the valley’s first feudal system. Perched on the rocky outcrop of Mont Sacon, it faces Mount Gert, whose south-western face features a remarkable cliff. The cliffs of Troubat are well-known and highly regarded by climbing enthusiasts, a must-visit for any climber exploring the Pyrenees. As you follow this limestone ridge, you will also come across an old quarry. Enjoy the restorative tranquillity of Lake Mauléon-Barousse before returning to the starting point.

A short, mostly shaded hike starting from the beautiful village of Mauléon-Barousse. The path is marked from start to finish (yellow markings). You can go to the Gouffre de la Saoule and admire the waterfalls.

A lovely, easy little walk from Les Granges de Labach. The route passes through the Col de la Coume, offering a pretty view of the Larboust valley, and on the other side, the Labach valley dominated by the Céciré. A few extra steps from the Col offer a splendid panorama of the Oô valley, dominated by the Spijeoles.

Snowshoe hike starting from the village of Oô. 11 km of fun, through forests, past cabins and viewpoints. This is a little-used route, ideal if you are looking for peace and quiet and want to enjoy nature. With a bit of luck, you may encounter a few deer who, like us, have come to enjoy the incomparable silence.

A very pleasant circular route, mostly in the forest, with beautiful views of the Larboust Valley and the Val d'Astau.