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Lacs de Carnau walks
Migouélou refuge and lake, Artouste pass and lake, and Larribet refuge
Visorando Member
11.83 mi
+5,738 ft
-5,722 ft
10h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Arrens-Marsous (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A circular hike linking the Val d'Azun to Lake Artouste, skirting the Pic de Batbielh. Mountain atmosphere with Lake Migouélou, the scree slopes of the Col de la Lie and the Larribet refuge, but also more touristy near the little train of Artouste. A demanding route, which can be completed in a day and a half or two days, with magnificent landscapes.
Walks near Lacs de Carnau
Pombie – Astún
6.75 mi
+2,838 ft
-2,490 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Day two: return to Astún from the Pombie Refuge, via the Col and the Peyreget hut, then Lake Castérau and the Col des Moines. Compared to the first day, the elevation gains are a little steeper, with the final ascent covering nearly 520 m. The atmosphere is different: no ridges, but lakes and valleys!
From the Cabane de l’Araille to Lac de Roumassot
8.25 mi
+2,595 ft
-2,162 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The first stage of this beautiful hike. Not particularly demanding, with no specific difficulties apart from the distance. Featuring magnificent scenery, views of the south face of the Pic du Midi d’Ossau and the lakes. The route includes a bivouac at Lac de Roumassot with a breathtaking view of the Ossau! The path is well signposted from start to finish, with quite varied scenery: mountain pastures, rocky outcrops and lakes.
From the Ilhéou Refuge to the Wallon Refuge via the Opale Lakes
8.41 mi
+3,114 ft
-3,507 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Estaing (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Second day of a three-day route in the Central Pyrenees National Park.The day will begin with a fairly steep climb, but will allow you to see a multitude of high-altitude lakes before arriving at the Wallon refuge.If there is not enough time, the visit to the Opale lakes can be omitted.
From the Refuge Wallon to Cauterets via the Col d'Arratille and the Col des Mulets
13.24 mi
+2,789 ft
-5,502 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Cauterets (Hautes-Pyrénées)
This circular is best done from mid-June until the first cold spells.
This isthe third and fairly longday of a three-day route in the Central Pyrenees National Park.
In case of bad weather or unforeseen circumstances, it is possible to shorten the route by descending directly from the (1) to the (8).
Estaing – Cauterets
13.50 mi
+4,301 ft
-4,534 ft
9h 55
Difficult
Departure from Estaing (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The second stage of the trek, starting from Estaing and heading towards the spa town of Cauterets, via Lakes Estaing and Ilhéou.
Pont d'Espagne - Bayssellance Refuge
7.06 mi
+4,147 ft
-279 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Cauterets (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Approach walk starting from Pont d'Espagne, passing by the magnificent Lac de Gaube, the Oulettes de Gaube and the refuge of the same name. The stage continues with a steeper climb to the Lacs d'Arraillé, then the Hourquette d'Ossoue pass before descending to the Refuge de Bayssellance.
Lac de Gaube - Cabane des Tousaus
13.88 mi
+3,950 ft
-3,638 ft
9h 50
Difficult
Departure from Cauterets (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Second stage of the four-day adventure from Cauterets to Luz-Saint-Sauveur via Petit Vignemale and Gavarnie. It can be done in one day, but I think it would be more enjoyable to split it into two days to take the time to appreciate the magnificent scenery!
From the Col de Couraduque to the Col du Soulor via Lac de Soum
5.01 mi
+1,083 ft
-738 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Aucun (Hautes-Pyrénées)
An easy walk with some lovely views. Using two cars (one at Couraduque and one at Soulor) makes this walk accessible to everyone. Otherwise, you can return via the same route in the opposite direction.
Astún - Pombie
5.96 mi
+1,706 ft
-2,070 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Jaca (Huesca)
This is the first day of a cross-border hike that takes you to the Pic du Midi d'Ossau, starting from an unusual point, the Col du Somport, rather than the Col du Pourtalet.Overnight stay at the Refuge de Pombie is essential, so remember to book in advance.
Cauterets – Wallon Marcadau Mountain Hut
12.83 mi
+5,738 ft
-2,556 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Cauterets (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The third stage of the trek, starting from Cauterets and heading towards the Wallon Marcadau mountain hut via the high-altitude lakes (Embarrat, Pourtet and Nère), featuring in particular the magnificent climb to Pont d’Espagne alongside the waterfalls.