Refine your search for walks in Benque-Dessous-et-Dessus
Benque-Dessous-et-Dessus walks
Circular Bagnères-de-Luchon via Cazarilh-Laspènes
A short hike to discover a small mountain village.
A view of Bagnères-de-Luchon and its surroundings.
Nature and heritage route starting from Bagnères-de-Luchon
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.
Circular in the Larboust Valley and the Oueil Valley
Not far from Bagnères-de-Luchon, there is a beautiful balcony walk offering magnificent views of the ridge on the border with Spain. Not to mention two very beautiful valleys and a few charming mountain villages, which hide architectural treasures that are well worth a visit.
De Saint-Mamet aux thermes de Bagnères-de-Luchon
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.
Loop via the Saunères hut from Artigue
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.
Towards Lac d'Oô
A lovely walk gradually ascending towards the artificial Lac d'Oô and the large waterfalls that feed it.
Espingo Lake
On the trail of the GR10, the Granges d’Astau and Espingo Lake, via Lake Oô.
Lake Bordères (de Bareilles) from the Port de Balès
Easy hike to the Lac de Bordères (Bareilles) via the Port de Pierrefite, with superb views of the Pyrenees.
Moderator's warning as of 25/01/2021: Warning! In winter, the starting point at Port de Balès may be inaccessible by car. See the notice below dated 25/01/2021
Belvédère du Mont Né via the Crête de la Pale
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.
Lac Vert loop via the Coume hut
This is a beautiful hike during which you will discover stunning waterfalls, a beautiful view of the Luchonnais region and, the highlight of the show, the green waters of the lake of the same name. However, due to its elevation, length and a few tricky sections, this route requires a good level of fitness.
Gouffre and Ru d'Enfer
A shady walk that takes in a splendid canyon and wonderful waterfalls.
Pic d'Arrès and Pic d'Aubas from Portillon
A lovely, fairly challenging hike offering views of the Pyrenees.Part of the hike is along the border ridge.
A good sense of direction, a GPX track and a map are strongly recommended.
Summit of Oudérou from Binos
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.
Élodie's loop starting from Burgalays
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.
Étangs de la Frèche, Soum de l'Escalette circular
A beautiful route that is less frequented than those of the Étangs de Boums du Port de Vénasque or the Pic de Sauvegarde. The climb takes place in a pleasant valley, shaded in the morning. From the Soum de l'Escalette (2,466 m), the 360° panorama is magnificent. The descent begins with a beautiful ridge trail that offers magnificent scenery all along the way. This is an easy hike with fairly regular and moderate slopes for the most part.
The Campsaure plateau from the Hospice de France
This hike is not particularly difficult, apart from a slightly steep climb during the first kilometre, and offers superb views of the Luchonnais mountain pastures (sheep, cows, horses), the climb to Vénasque and the Crête de la Pique.
Port de Vénasque - Port de la Picade - Pas de l'Escalette loop
This is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful hikes in the Pyrenees. The climb is long and difficult, but the panoramic views will make you forget your aching legs. Once past the azure blue Boums du Port, the Port de Venasque fault offers the most beautiful balcony overlooking the Maladeta and its lord, the Aneto. The Port de la Picade with its superb panoramic views, the Pas de l'Escalette and the Crabidès ridge complete this unforgettable hike.
The Val de Burat and the Marignac Beech Tree
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.
More walks in Benque-Dessous-et-Dessus
Select a point of interest below: