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The Blue Lake
Visorando Member
7.26 mi
+2,927 ft
-2,940 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bagnères-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A typical Pyrenean lake in the mid-mountains. 47 hectares, 120 metres deep. Beautiful blue colour.
Lake Ourrec
6.01 mi
+2,021 ft
-2,018 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bagnères-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A small mountain lake with a beautiful blue-green colour. Less frequented than the Lac Bleu, it is a real pleasure to soak up the calm and splendour of the site. The route offers views of the magnificent Pitch d'Ouscouaou waterfall.
Lac d'Ourrec, Lac Bleu and Lac Vert
10.87 mi
+4,327 ft
-4,344 ft
8h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bagnères-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A very pretty hike with three lakes to see, including the magnificent Lac Bleu. The Pic de Bizoutére offers views of the Lesponne valley on the right and Hautacam on the left, not to mention the famous Pic du Midi. On the way back, you will come across some splendid waterfalls.
Lac d'Ourrec and Lac Bleu from Le Chiroulet
8.75 mi
+3,917 ft
-3,917 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Bagnères-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A beautiful loop to reach the Col de Bareilles and access Lac Bleu, passing by Lac d'Ourrec, with a beautiful variety of landscapes. There is a magnificent waterfall on the way back that is worth seeing! The hike is very well marked, so it is easy to follow!
Laquet du Riou Grande above Bénaquès
4.70 mi
+2,749 ft
-2,746 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bagnères-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A lovely little, little-known lake, nestled at the foot of Montaigu.The .gpx track is essential after the Cabane de Bénaquès, or alternatively, you’ll need good map-reading skills and a sense of direction.If there is fog or you have difficulty finding your way from the Laquet (5), return to the Cabane de Bénaquès (4) and retrace your steps along the outward route back to (S/E).
The Aiguillettes du Lac Bleu via the Chiroulet and Col de Bareilles
6.86 mi
+4,308 ft
-4,318 ft
10 hrs
Extremely difficult
Departure from Bagnères-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A very beautiful winter round-trip hike, allowing you to discover the splendid Lac Bleu de Lesponne in winter beneath its layer of pristine snow and ice, then the Col de Bareilles and its view of the lake, the Lesponne Valley and the Pène det Pouri, and finally the Aiguillettes septentrionales (2,367 m), which are the most easily accessible peaks for winter alpine hiking. Whilst the total elevation gain is considerable, there is nothing to stop you stopping at each of the notable points along the way.
Please note: this hike requires you to monitor snow conditions before and during the route and therefore demands an excellent knowledge of the mountains in winter.
Walks near le chiroulet
Tournaboup - Bastan Refuge
8.80 mi
+4,337 ft
-1,742 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Barèges (Hautes-Pyrénées)
First stage of the Three Days in the Néouvielle Nature Reserve and its lakes.From the Tournaboup car park to the Bastan refuge.A fairly challenging hike due to its elevation gain and short distance.At point (6), it is possible to shorten the route and reduce the elevation gain. See Practical Information.At (7), it is possible to shorten the route and reduce the elevation gain slightly by taking a south-facing, balcony-style path.
Please note: the refuge has been closed by the authorities since May 2025
From Tournaboup to Lac de l’Oule
11.29 mi
+3,957 ft
-2,785 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Barèges (Hautes-Pyrénées)
First day of a three-day circular route, from the Tournaboup car park to Lac de l’Oule. The first section up to the Col de Madamète is quite stony and requires good footwear, but after that it’s a real pleasure to walk past the magnificent Néouvielle lakes, including, amongst others, Lac d’Aumar, Lac d’Aubert and Lac de l’Oule.
From Artigues to the Campana de Cloutou refuge
7.46 mi
+4,469 ft
-1,148 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Campan (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Ascent to the Hourquette de Caderolles, the Col de Bastanet and overnight stay at the Campana de Cloutou refuge.
This first stage is classified as difficult because there is a lot of elevation gain.
From the village of Artigues to Tournaboup
8.91 mi
+3,907 ft
-3,077 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Campan (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Third day of a three-day circular route. After a restful night in Artigues, set off having filled your water bottle and packed a packed lunch. To round off this circular route on a high note, take this path between the Col du Tourmalet and the Pic du Midi de Bigorre. A very pleasant walk, with the Pic du Midi towering above you. Return by heading down towards the Tournaboup car park.
Aygues-Cluses Refuge - Campana de Cloutou Refuge
4.62 mi
+2,146 ft
-1,867 ft
4h 00
Difficult
Departure from Barèges (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Day three of the four-day Tour du Massif de Néouvielle, the shortest route of the four days, but no less magnificent.This hike is classified as difficult due to the ascent of Pic d'Aygues-Cluses (T5 ridge). See the variants if you wish to avoid the peak or climb it in the other direction (less complicated).
Luz-St-Sauveur – Lac d’Aubert
15.87 mi
+6,621 ft
-1,978 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Luz-Saint-Sauveur (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The seventh stage of the trek sets off from Luz-Saint-Sauveur, taking us to Lac d’Aubert, situated in the heart of the Néouvielle Nature Reserve.
Du Refuge du Campana de Cloutou à Artigues par le Lac de Montarrouye
7.58 mi
+974 ft
-4,275 ft
4h 20
Difficult
Departure from Bagnères-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
This second stage, after spending the night at the Refuge de Campana de Cloutou, returns to Artigues, off the beaten track, with the discovery of the little-known Montarrouye valley.This day is classified as difficult because you need to know how to find your way.
Campana de Cloutou Mountain Hut – Orédon Mountain Hut
9.03 mi
+3,681 ft
-4,869 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Bagnères-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The final day of the 4-day Tour of the Néouvielle Massif. The longest and most challenging of the four stages, passing by the viewpoint of this multi-day hike: the Pic de Bastan. This peak offers a magnificent view over the entire massif and the surrounding lakes.
Bastan refuge - Chalet Hôtel d'Orédon
5.60 mi
+2,126 ft
-3,330 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vielle-Aure (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Second stage of the Three Days in the Néouvielle Reserve and its lakes.
From the Bastan refuge to the Chalet-Hôtel d'Orédon.
The tour and contemplation of the 20 lakes continues.
You are entering the Néouvielle National Nature Reserve, which is protected by regulations. Please respect these regulations (see practical information).