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Les Granges d’Astau walks
Espingo Lake
Visorando Member
7.24 mi
+3,012 ft
-2,979 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Oô (Haute-Garonne)
On the trail of the GR10, the Granges d’Astau and Espingo Lake, via Lake Oô.
Towards Lac d'Oô
4.50 mi
+1,470 ft
-1,457 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Oô (Haute-Garonne)
A lovely walk gradually ascending towards the artificial Lac d'Oô and the large waterfalls that feed it.
Granges d'Astau - Lac du Portillon
6.39 mi
+4,918 ft
-226 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Oô (Haute-Garonne)
Starting from Les Granges d'Astau, there is a long climb with some steep sections, made more pleasant by the presence of several lakes. Lac d'Oô and its inn, and Lac d'Espingo in its magnificent setting are ideal places to stop for a break. After Lac du Saussat (pronounced Sa-ou-sat), the much smaller Lac de la Coume de l'Abesque marks the start of the steep, winding climb that leads to a plateau dotted with smooth rocks and small lakes, and then to the Jean Arlaud refuge.
Lake Espingo - Granges d'Astau
3.84 mi
+72 ft
-2,746 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Oô (Haute-Garonne)
A gentle descent after the exertions of the previous days. From the Col d’Espingo, the Lac d’Oô below accompanies us for a long while. Once at the stone bridge, don’t hesitate to make a short detour to the Auberge du Lac d’Oô, where you can enjoy the view of the great waterfall, which will help you forget, if only for a moment, the increasingly obvious and cruel shortage of water. The return to Les Granges d’Astau brings this getaway in one of the most beautiful spots in the Luchon area to a pleasant close.
Tusse de Montarqué from Les Granges d'Astau
14.61 mi
+6,198 ft
-6,198 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Oô (Haute-Garonne)
A more demanding hike than it appears, passing by famous lakes in the Pyrenees: Lac d’Oô and its superb waterfall, Lac d’Espingo, Lac de Saussat and Lac du Portillon. The view from the summit of the Tusse de Montarqué is magnificent, set in a cirque surrounded by numerous 3,000-metre peaks, which may inspire ideas for future hikes.
Pic des Spijeoles as seen from Les Granges d’Astau
12.85 mi
+6,824 ft
-6,808 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Oô (Haute-Garonne)
A very long and demanding summer hike, taking you up to the Pic des Spijeoles, one of the most accessible 3,000-metre peaks in the Luchon area, offering a magnificent, sweeping panorama of the Pyrenees. It is possible to split the hike over two days by stopping to spend the night at the Espingo refuge near the (2).
Superbagnères – Lac d’Oô – Granges d’Astau
10.50 mi
+2,723 ft
-4,820 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Aventin (Haute-Garonne)
Easily accessible without a car, this walk offers views of the surrounding valleys and peaks, as well as the magnificent Lac d’Oô. A perfectly signposted and well-maintained path where it is impossible to get lost. The return journey will be by public transport back to Luchon station.