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Germ walks
The Balestas fir forest
Visorando Member
3.05 mi
+653 ft
-656 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Loudervielle (Hautes-Pyrénées)
This is a short circular hike starting from the Peyragudes resort, which passes through the Balestas pine forest; as a result, most of the route is shaded.
The Moulor Tower and Lake Genos-Loudenvielle
3.17 mi
+522 ft
-535 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Loudenvielle (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Starting from the centre of Loudenvielle, this lovely route offers exceptional views of Lake Génos while recounting the history of the town. It is not particularly difficult and can be enjoyed by the whole family, although it is best to choose a dry day as the stones can be slippery when wet.
From Peyresourde-Balestas to Lake Génos-Loudenvielle
8.82 mi
+2,293 ft
-2,303 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Germ (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A round trip from the Peyresourde-Balestas resort to Lake Génos-Loudenvielle.
Boum de Soulas Lake from Peyragudes Resort
5.12 mi
+1,841 ft
-1,847 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Germ (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Circular hike from Peyragudes resort to Lac du Boum de Soulas, without taking the chairlift. Magnificent views of the mountains on the Agudes and Peyresourde sides.
Peyresourde Balestas - Col de la Flamme
3.18 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,191 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Germ (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Circular walk starting from the Peyresourde Balestas resort, offering a magnificent 360° panorama
Circular hike to Pic de Hourgade from Peyragudes
10.90 mi
+4,790 ft
-4,787 ft
9h 10
Very difficult
Departure from Germ (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A magnificent, isolated peak approaching 3,000 m, offering a splendid panorama over the entire Luchon region. A long route with significant elevation gain, crossing torrents and passing high-altitude lakes. Requires excellent physical fitness.
Cap de Peyrehicade from Mont
5.95 mi
+2,041 ft
-2,044 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Mont (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Snowshoe hike in open terrain over a series of hilltops. The landscape is spectacular for most of the hike.
The hike is often unmarked, so a good sense of direction is required.
Circular Mont in Cazaux-Fréchet
3.01 mi
+627 ft
-659 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Mont (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A short, easy circular, well shaded and suitable for families, with beautiful views of the valley and Lake Génos-Loudenvielle
The slate workers’ path from Génos
3.21 mi
+505 ft
-499 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Génos (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The view of the mountains and the valley, at the top of Génos, is superb, and the little paths are very charming, with a section along the shore of Lake Génos-Loudenvielle. Thiswalk is also featured on the Vallée du Louron website.
Summit of Pouyaué
6.08 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,336 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Loudervielle (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Starting from the Col de Peyresourde, this is a demanding hike that takes place almost entirely along the ridge, offering magnificent views of the Larboust valley in the foreground and, beyond, the many peaks of over 3,000 metres in the Luchonnais.
The Lapadé Forest and Roc de Courtalets
2.91 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,385 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Adervielle-Pouchergues (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Starting from the Val Louron ski resort (65), this short, easy hike takes you up to the heights of the resort, through the Lapadé Forest. The hike can be done on foot or with snowshoes in winter. Several viewpoints along the route offer beautiful views of the valley.
Les Granges de Nabias and the Lactoduc
3.08 mi
+830 ft
-804 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Adervielle-Pouchergues (Hautes-Pyrénées)
After exploring the village of Granges de Nabias, you will walk to the Col d'Azet, which offers a superb view of Lac de Génos. As you round a bend, you may spot a marmot.
In the 1960s, to prevent their land from becoming a desert, the farmers of Granges de Nabias set up a dairy cooperative. They built a milk pipeline that allowed them to transport milk from the mountains to the village in just a few minutes!
Loop trail between the Aure and Louron valleys
7.98 mi
+1,535 ft
-1,519 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Azet (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A simple hike with an almost continuous 360° view of the Aure and Louron valleys and the surrounding peaks (Arbizon, Lustou, Abeille, etc.). The quietest hikers are sure to spot squirrels, wild boars and birds of prey in the forest.
Accessible on foot, snowshoes or mountain bike, with a slight elevation gain (mainly on three short steep climbs).
No signposting but 90% of the route is on forest tracks and clean pastures. Crosses two small streams.
Lac de Sarrouyes
5.87 mi
+2,352 ft
-2,349 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Azet (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A very beautiful hike that is accessible to everyone. The descent into the steeply-sided Sarrouyes valley retains a wild appearance. The end of the climb is in the middle of a meadow, following the stream. You may see many marmots here.
Lacs des Miares
7.19 mi
+3,481 ft
-3,465 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Azet (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A very beautiful hike. The descent into the steep-sided Sarrouyes valley retains a wild aspect. The climb to Lac de Sarrouyes takes you through meadows, following the stream. You may see many marmots here. From the Lac de Sarrouyes junction, the climb to Lac des Miares becomes more challenging. Good physical condition is recommended. I would say it is difficult rather than very difficult, as recommended by Visorando.
Pic du Lion from Cazaux-dessus
7.61 mi
+3,031 ft
-3,022 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Cazaux-Fréchet-Anéran-Camors (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Snowshoe hike, always in open terrain. The spectacular scenery is present throughout.This hike can be undertaken even when there is no snow. However, the route will be slightly different. You will simply need to follow various animal tracks to reach the pass and the summit.
Lake Pouchergue
11.68 mi
+4,646 ft
-4,646 ft
More than 12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Génos (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A beautiful, long hike starting from Pont du Prat in Val Louron. For those who enjoy exercise and endurance, the variety of views along the route is sure to impress!
Soula refuge
6.05 mi
+1,886 ft
-1,867 ft
4h 25
Difficult
Departure from Génos (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A very beautiful hike which, initially through the woods with informative signs, allows you to cover the elevation gain without even noticing. Ideal for children. Then the Clarabide Gorges with the path carved into the rock are magnificent and the reward is not far away.I would like to point out that, having done this hike again, the altitude figures given by the Visorando software are incorrect. The elevation gain is around 550 m.
Lake Caillauas
10.57 mi
+3,517 ft
-3,497 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Génos (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A very beautiful hike which, initially through the woods with explanatory panels, allows you to cover the elevation gain without even noticing. Then the Clarabide Gorges with the balcony path carved into the rock are magnificent. From the refuge to the lake, the landscape becomes more rocky. On arrival, there is a splendid view of the 3,000 m mountain range. I would say it is more difficult than very difficult, as recommended by Visorando
Clarabide Gorges - Upper lakes of the Louron Valley
14.52 mi
+4,573 ft
-4,554 ft
More than 12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Génos (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Long circular loop for very good walkers.
Pont du Prat - Clarabide Gorges - Refuge de la Soula - Lac de Caillauas and Lac de Pouchergues.