Peyragudes

Ski area: Peyragudes

Resort height: 1600m

Resort top height: 2400m

Peyragudes

Km piste: 60

Lifts: 17

Snow cannons: 230

Snow parks: 1

No. of slopes: 50

Green slopes 5 Blue slopes 21
Red slopes 20 Black slopes 4

Beginners star star star

Intermediates star star star star

Experts star star star

Freeride star star star star

Boarders star star star


Driving distance from Calais:

694 miles (approx. 10hrs 10mins)

RESORT INFO

Why Peyragudes?

 

  • Modern, high-speed lift system and snow making facilities
  • Doorstep skiing from most of the slope side accommodation
  • Access to the “Balnea” thermal spa – relaxation or fun for the family
  • The extreme beauty of the traditional Pyrenean villages in the Louron Valley

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Situated in the Pyrenees National Park, not far from the Spanish border, the ski resort of Peyragudes straddles the peaked mountains whose slopes roll down into the valleys of Louron and Larboust. Located in the departments of Hautes-Pyrénées and Haute-Garonne, in the Midi-Pyrénées, the resort was formed in 1988 by merging the two villages of Peyresourde and Agudes together. 

 

Peyresourde village & Balestas hamlet (at the foot of the ski area)

Today the larger of the two villages, Peyresourde is where you will find the majority of the amenities and some accommodation. It has developed into a modern purpose built resort, but still manages to retain its traditional welcome. Furthermore, the views from Peyresourde are amazing: taking in the beautiful Louron Valley below and the snowy peaks of Val Louron on the other side.

 

A five minute walk away, at the entrance to the village is the small hamlet of “Balestas” where you will find the majority of the resort’s accommodation and the main Tourist Office. The local ski bus operates between the roundabout here and the ski slopes during the winter season every day. It is a two minute journey on the bus otherwise it is a five minute walk between the two.

 

There is everything you need in the centre of the resort from ski and snowboard amenities to child care and on piste activities. Eating out at the bottom of the slopes or on the slopes is not a problem with a good and varied selection of restaurants. In the evenings many of the restaurants serve up great hearty meals and also double up as bars.

 

The Col de Peyresourde (of Tour de France fame) is just a stone’s throw away - the drive up to the ski resort actually takes in a large stretch of the climb turning off to the resort just before the Col shows on the horizon. A new Spa and Wellness Centre will open this year in front of the pistes offering a wide range of spa activities and massages for adults (over 15 years). There are also other winter activities and amenities down in the valley at Loudenvielle such as the famed Balnea Spa and Wellness Centre.

 

In the heart of a nature reserve, with east-west facing slopes the ski area of Peyragudes allows you to constantly ski in the sunshine, offering stunning views at the same time. It offers high quality snow coverage, high speed lift systems and challenging slopes for all abilities. If you fancy a day in the sister resort of Val Louron (on view across the valley from Peyragudes) then simply hop in the car or take a taxi to this small and intimate ski area atop the Col d’Azet.

 

The friendly and helpful Maison de Peyragudes is open every day during the winter season, 08:30 – 19:00. Their comprehensive website is full of useful information, tips and suggestions.

 

Maison de Peyragudes - Peyresourde
65240 Peyragudes,
Tel: +33562996999
Website: http://www.peyragudes.com/

 

The village of Loudenvielle (in the Louron Valley)

For those who prefer a more traditional village feel to their stay, the pretty village of Loudenvielle is just 12 km from Peyragudes ski area. It is a real haven of peace and is situated close to the famed “Balnea” Spa and Wellness Centre and the pretty Loudenvielle Lake. It has everything you need for your ski holiday from its own Tourist Office and ski hire shops to a pharmacy, newsagents, bakery and a handful of restaurants and bars.

 

The village of Avajan (in the Louron Valley)

For those who prefer a real “Getaway” destination, this small village with its old narrow streets and small lake is picture perfect. The small church of Saint Blaise with its 16th century clock tower and the chapel of Saint Christau are all reminiscent of the history of this ancient village. It is just 6 km from Loudenvielle and 11km from Peyragudes ski area. This small hamlet has a couple of restaurants and a bar and is in the heart of the Louron Valley in an idyllic location.

 

The village of Bordères-Louron (in the Louron Valley)

The small village of Bordères-Louron sits on the “Neste de Louron” a pretty little river that flows through the valley. It has a 19th century church with an 18th century altar piece by the famous sculptor Marc Ferrère. Just 9 km from Loudenvielle and 13km from Peyragudes ski area, it has a couple of restaurants and a bar and is in the heart of the Louron Valley just 5 km from the beautiful gateway town of Arreau.

 

The Tourist Information in Loudenvielle is open every day during the season from 09:00 – 18:00 and their comprehensive website is full of useful information, tips and suggestions:

 

Office de Tourisme Loudenvielle
Chemin de Cazalis,
 65510 Loudenvielle,
Tel: +33562999200/+33562999535
Website: http://www.vallee-du-louron.com/


  • Opening Dates
  • Children
  • Activities
  • Apres Ski/Eating
  • Access
  • Resort News
  • Other Amenities
Opening Dates

Peyragudes ski area open: 28/11/15 – 26/03/16.

Children

Nurseries

Garderie Peyragudes, Serias Building level -1, Peyragudes ski resort.
The nursery welcomes children from 18 months to 6 years old (some places for children 12 to 18 months) and is located at the foot of the slopes in Peyragudes ski area.


Les Marmottes, Residence Les Marmottes, Les Agudes.
The leisure centre on the Agudes side of the resort has qualified staff that welcome children from 3 to 6 years of age on the slopes in Les Marmottes.

Opening times:  Daily, 17.00 – 21.00
Booking: garderie@peyragudes.com
Prices (per session): Half day (3 - 4 hours)/20€; Full Day (4 to 6 hours)/35€
Prices (week package) 5 half days/80€; 5 Full days/ 120€

 

Animal Tracking

Children aged 6-12 years can enjoy the unique experience of tracking wild animal footprints through the snow with a guide. This fun excursion also gives children a chance to try snow-shoeing for half a day, equipment provided.

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Games Room

Galerie commerciale, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 943359. Mail: mae.luc@wanadoo.fr
A generous games room equipped with table football, billiard tables, pin-ball machines and electronic arcade games.

 

Snow Gardens

For very young first time skiers, Peyragudes offers learning to ski with qualified instructors on a dedicated and specially designed space for the little ones.
From 4 years.

Activities

The valleys of Larboust and Louron offer many outdoor and cultural activities, for adults and children alike, of all abilities, and have a rich rural heritage. Peyragudes itself offers a wide range of additional winter activities: the “Balnea” Spa and Well-being Centre, dog sleigh rides, torchlight descents, igloo building, snow shoeing, paragliding, rides on piste-bashers and a museum and cinema.

 

Balnea Spa and Well-being Centre

http://www.balnea.fr/
Thermal spas are typical of most of the Pyrenean ski resorts and are one of the must try experiences. Open all year, the “Balnea” Spa and Well-being Centre, with its famed natural spa water which is rich in minerals, also offers a range of beauty treatments and massage from ayurvedic to hot stones and Tibetan bowls. The themed baths are a sensory delight – from the American Indian baths with its totems, bubble beds and geysers to the Japanese baths with their onson-like heated outdoor relaxing areas and zen gardens. Finally the Roman baths with their Greco-Roman pool, saunas, hammams and Jacuzzis as well as a musical bath! A great place to unwind after a hard day on the slopes!


There is a free ski bus from Peyragudes to “Balnéa” during the French school holidays of December and February (see Ski area section below).


Opening times:  Mon – Fri: 14:00 – 19:30; Weekends & Easter school holidays: 10:30 – 20:00; Christmas, New Year and French February school holidays: 10:00 – 21:00


Snowshoe walking

Guided snowshoe walking is a wonderful way to enjoy the mountains in the winter. A great activity for all the family it's a great way to discover the Pyrenean wildlife and learn about the mountains at your own pace. Peyragudes offers three well-marked snow shoe trails, one of which goes through the forest, all of which are easy to negotiate without a guide. These are accessible from the resort (Peyresourde side) or from the Chalet "La Sapiniere". Equipment is included.


Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Dog Sleigh Rides

Enjoy the thrill of the ‘Mush’ as you drive your pack of huskies around the Nordic trails set in the wonderful Balestas snow covered meadows. Get back to nature and the good old days with these ‘old fashioned snowmobiles’ as you live out your Antartic fantasy safe in the knowledge that a warm bed is never too far away. Options abound with activities to suit all abilities.


Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Snowmobile and Dinner on the Mountain

The Cabanou is a mountain restaurant that was completely rebuilt last winter following a fire, and offers skiers a panoramic terrace for sunbathing and a central fireplace with a cosy and relaxed ambiance. Once a week (Thurs), the owners organise an evening meal with snowmobiling. Snowmobile drivers pick up their customers at the bottom of the slopes take them up to the restaurant where they enjoy a hearty dish of tartiflette before returning back to resort.

 

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Torchlight Descents

Kids can enjoy the magic of a torchlight descent once a week with the ESF (French Ski School).

 

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Snake Sledge

A unique and fun way to experience the slopes with friends and family – we’ve never seen anything like it! Sledges are all identical and are assembled together to form a single train. Giggles guaranteed!

 

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Piste basher rides

Take a fun and exhilarating ride up and over the slopes in one of these all terrain vehicles as the resort staff set about preparing the ski runs for the next day. The ride gives a true insight into the work that goes on behind the scenes and often late into the evening. Drinks are also provided as part of the tour which you can enjoy on the ski hill.

 

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

First Tracks Tours

Ever wanted to have a freshly groomed ski resort all to yourself? Ever wanted to carve fresh tracks into virgin snow? Well, with the First Tracks Tour you get about the best opportunity to achieve these dreams that does not involve hiring a helicopter and remortgaging the house back home! Avoid the queues for the first lift of the day and take a ride up the slopes in a piste basher before the lifts open. Enjoy the serenity of the deserted mountain slopes and then the ecstasy of carving your tracks into freshly groomed slopes as you wind your way down to a deserved cup of hot coffee in one of the cafes in front of the slopes. The catch? There’s none – the tour is completely free of charge and operates on a first come first served basis! Disclaimer: Cup of hot coffee in slope side cafe is not included in the tour. Participants must have a valid lift pass and be able to negotiate red runs. Limited to five persons.

 

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Yooner

A yooner is best described as a ski blade-sledge hybrid with a joystick for steering, using your feet for brakes. Still confused? Imagine a ski blade with a seat fixed to it (like a go cart).... still not helping? Perhaps the best option is to look Yooner up on the internet! It’s not an Olympic sport (yet), but it is lightweight, flexible and comfortable and as much fun to watch as it is to have a go.

 

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Snow Safety Courses

The resort is keen to promote snow safety both on and off the slopes and offers free courses to resort guests.

 

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Snow Factory Visit

Ever wondered how they produce artificial snow? What is artificial snow? Learn all about nucleating agents, environmental conditions and the various types of canons used to produce the snow crystals whose sole purpose is for your considered enjoyment on the pistes with a guided tour of the snow making facilities is provided by the resort.

 

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Igloo Building

The resort also offers igloo building for children aged from 4 years old to discover the snow, and the mountain environment.


Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Air Boarding

Air-boarding is a fun activity, a bit like taking a punt down the slopes on an inflatable sledge. It’s ok to take the air board on the ski lifts – so you'll have no worries about getting back to the top of the slopes for more endless fun and excitement.

 

Booking: Maison de Peyragudes/Loudenvielle Tourist Office. Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Cinema

Cinema Arixo, Rue des Gourgs Blancs, 65510 Loudenvielle.  Tel: +33 (0)562 999535
A high-tech cinema, Arixo (3D), is open all year round in Loudenvielle. Films are advertised on the boards outside and range from mainstream blockbusters to art house films. Many of the films are subtitled. Ticket office opens 30 min before the film starts. Evening showings on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday at 6 or 9pm.

 

For listings please check: http://www.premiere.fr/horaire/cine/10147

Apres Ski/Eating

The Food in Peyragudes

 

Mountain Restaurants
The ski area of Peyragudes has 2 mountain restaurants for you to choose from. From quick snacks and fast food for piste friends to relaxing dining with great views for those who operate at a more sedate pace.

 

Le Cabanou
On the slopes, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 392602. Mail: denis.brosset@aol.com, Site: http://lecabanou.free.fr
The Cabanou is a mountain restaurant that was completely rebuilt last winter following a fire, and offers skiers a panoramic terrace for sunbathing and a central fireplace with a cosy and relaxed ambiance. Once a week (Thurs), the owners organise an evening meal with snowmobiling. Snowmobile drivers pick up their customers at the bottom of the slopes take them up to the restaurant where they enjoy a hearty dish of Tartiflette before returning back to resort. Other themed days include duck confit on Saturday and a new evening, "Little Pigs," with suckling pigs.

 

ICC La Suite
Snowpark, 65240 Peyragudes
Snack bar based in the board park.

 

Restaurants in Peyragudes
Located in the ski resort of Peyragudes, at the base of the lift or in the resort village.

 

Le Tylito
Residence Serias, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 405128. Mail: letylito@orange.fr
Creperie sandwich bar

 

Chez Manu
Residence Serias, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 405126. Mail: abadie-chris@wanadoo.fr
Pizzeria

 

Le Refuge
Residence Serias, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 405125.    
Restaurant bar

 

La Flamme
Residence Privilege, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 407180. Mail: laflammepeyragudes@orange.fr
Bar - Restaurant

 

Les Silènes
Residence Privilege, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 996593. Mail: didier.puertolas@wanadoo.fr
Les Silènes is a snack bar that serves a selection of sandwiches and other tasty treats.

 

Le Hourgade
Résidence Le Louron, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)670 958025.
Bar restaurant

 

El Feston
Résidence Le Hameau de Balestas, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 392785. Mail: alain.glandis@gmail.com
Tapas bar

 

Le Yéti
Galerie Commerciale, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 790713. Mail: hotelyeti@orange.fr
Self service restaurant

 

La Planche
Galerie Commerciale, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 790572. Mail: laplanche31110@sfr.fr

 

Le Christiania
Galerie Commerciale, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 791399. Mail: christiania@hotmail.fr

 

Les Myrtilles
Galerie Commerciale, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 954193. Mail: jeanlouisgontie@wanadoo.fr   

 

Le Schuss
Galerie Commerciale, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)615 125048. Mail: daniellejampoc@hotmail.fr
Fast food and salads

 

Chez Gino
Résidence Royal Peyragudes, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 491284. Mail: florencegh@hotmail.fr

 

Restaurants in Loudenvielle & Louron valley
Located in the small village of Loudenvielle or nearby in the Louron valley.

 

Restaurant Les Cimes
Estarvielle, Tel: +33 (0)562 996721
Family run friendly restaurant with great food and atmosphere and views across the Louron Valley.

 

Balnea restauant
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33 (0)562 491919. www.balnea.fr
Bar and restaurant (with healthy meals and snack) and tea room

 

La Table de Saoussasi
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33 (0)562 999640. www.latabledesaoussas.com
Bar - Restaurant

 

Chante Coqi
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33 (0)562 398664 http://chantecoq.e-monsite.com
Bar – Restaurant

 

L’Oustaou
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33 (0)562 390824.
Bar – Restaurant -Snack

 

Chez Rogé
Loudenvielle, Tel: +33 (0)562 996804.
Café - Bar

 

Auberge du Chateau
Génos. Tel: +33 (0)562 409202.
Bar – Restaurant

 

L’Olivette
Génos. Tel: +33 (0)562 996409.
Bar – Snack – Pizzas

 

Les Relais d’Avajan
Avajan. Tel: +33 (0)562 996708.
Bar – Restaurant

 

Le Moulin d’Avajan
Avajan. Tel: +33 (0)562 996754. www.le-moulin-d-avajan.com
Restaurant

 

Le Peyresourde
Borderes Louron. Tel: +33 (0)562 986287. www.hotel-du-peyresourde.com
Bar – Restaurant

 

Chez Mémé
Borderes Louron. Tel: +33 (0)630 754369.
Traditional Restaurant and Tapas


Bars

Peyragudes and the Louron Valley has nightlife to suit all tastes. Whether you like to enjoy a quiet drink with friends and loved ones or you enjoy the party atmosphere, the resort is full of friendly bar restaurants. So, if it’s an aperitif before dinner, a few drinks with friends listening to live music, or staying up late to dance the night away with flowing cocktails, Peyragudes has all the bases covered.

 

Le Refuge
Residence Serias, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 405125.    
Restaurant bar

 

La Flamme
Residence Privilege, 65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 407180. Mail: laflammepeyragudes@orange.fr
Bar - Restaurant

 

La Table de Saoussasi
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33 (0)562 999640. www.latabledesaoussas.com
Bar - Restaurant

 

Chante Coqi
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33 (0)562 398664 http://chantecoq.e-monsite.com
Bar – Restaurant

 

L’Oustaou
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33 (0)562 390824.
Bar – Restaurant -Snack

 

Chez Rogé
Loudenvielle, Tel: +33 (0)562 996804.
Café - Bar

Auberge du Chateau
Génos. Tel: +33 (0)562 409202.
Bar – Restaurant

 

L’Olivette
Génos. Tel: +33 (0)562 996409.
Bar – Snack – Pizzas

 

Les Relais d’Avajan
Avajan. Tel: +33 (0)562 996708.
Bar – Restaurant

 

Le Peyresourde
Borderes Louron. Tel: +33 (0)562 986287. www.hotel-du-peyresourde.com
Bar – Restaurant

 

Auberge de Germ
Germ. Tel: +33 (0)562 400397. www.auberge-de-germ.fr
Bar- Restaurant

Access

Road

Driving distance from Calais1: 1,115km / 693 miles, 10hrs 30mins
Driving distance from Le Havre: 1,1005km / 625 miles, 8hrs 55mins
Driving distance from Caen: 925km / 575 miles, 8hrs 15mins
Driving distance from Cherbourg: 1013km, / 629 miles, 9hrs 10mins
Driving distance from Saint Malo: 853km / 521 miles, 8hrs 0mins
Driving distance from Bilbao: 370km /230 miles, 3hrs 44mins
Driving distance from Santander: 466km / 289 miles, 4hrs 45mins

 

Air

International Airport Tarbes – Lourdes
Tel: +33(0)562 329222. Website: http://www.tlp.aeroport.fr/
Distance to Peyragudes: 85km / 54 miles, 1hr 15mins
Air France operates flights from Paris-Orly. 3 flights daily from Monday to Friday, 2 flights on weekends.
Ryanair operate 2 weekly flights from London Stansted on Monday and Friday.

 

Tarbes Lourdes Airport shuttle Bus transfer
Shuttle buses run from Tarbes-Lourdes Airport to Peyragudes direct. If you are travelling from Stansted airport or Paris Orly on the Ryanair flight to Tarbes-Lourdes Airport on Friday or Tuesday. From 5 December to 17 April you can reserve your ticket for a single or return journey or purchase at the information desk at the airport at arrivals level.  In resort, payments can be made on the bus to the driver in cash. Be aware though that places are limited so a reservation is advisable. If no reservations are made for the shuttle – it may not run.

Reservations: Email: bus-shuttle@tlp.aeroport.fr. Tel +33(0)562 329222
Pick up /Drop off point: Tourist Office
Price: Single/15€; Return/30€. 
Departures days: Mondays and Fridays (Ryanair) Daily (Paris Orly)
Departure Tarbes-Lourdes Airport: TBA – Arrival Peyragudes: TBA
Depart Peyragudes: TBA- Arrival Airport: TBA


International Airport Pau – Pyrenees
Tel: +33(0)559 333300. Website: http://www.pau.aeroport.fr/
Distance to Peyragudes: 128km / 80 miles, approx. 1hr 35mins
Air France operates flights from Paris-Orly. 10 daily flights from Sunday – Friday, 2 flights on Saturday.
Air France operates flights from Paris-Charles de Gaulle.  10 daily flights from Sunday – Friday, 3 flights on Saturday.

 

International Airport Toulouse - Blagnac
Tel: +33(0)561 424441. Website: http://www.toulouse.aeroport.fr/
Distance to Peyragudes: 161km/ 100 miles, 1hrs 55mins.
Easyjet operates flights from London Gatwick. 2 flights (Sunday, Monday, Thursday Friday) 1 flight (Wednesday, Tuesday, Saturday)
Easyjet operates 3 weekly flights from Bristol on Sunday, Monday & Friday and daily flights during holiday periods.
British Airways operates flights from London Heathrow. 2 flights (Wednesday – Friday), 3 flights (Sunday – Tuesday), 1 flight (Saturdays).

 

International Airport Carcassonne
Tel: +33(0)468 719646. Website: www.aeroport-carcassonne.com.
Distance to Peyragudes: 242km / 150 miles, 2hr 35mins
Ryanair operates 3 weekly flights from London Stansted on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday.
Ryanair operates 2 weekly flights from Liverpool John Lennon airport on Tuesday & Saturday.

 

International Airport Biarritz
Tel: +33(0)559 438383. Website: http://www.biarritz.aeroport.fr/
Distance to Peyragudes: 232km/144 miles, approx. 2hr 25mins
Ryanair operates 3 weekly flights from London Stansted on Wednesday, Friday & Sunday.

Private taxi transfers from airports to Cauterets are pre-bookable via Pyrenees Collection. See our Airport Transfer page for more information.

 

Rail

Voyages SNCF Reservation number: 0844 848 5848
Opening Times: Monday to Friday 09:00- 19:00 and Saturday 09:00-18:00

 

Nearest Rail stations: Luchon, 16km, 25 mins.  Lannemezan, 58km, 1hr 5mins
Access: Then bus to Peyragudes approx. 25km / 15 miles.
Toulouse Matabiau– Direct or via Montrejeau- Luchon: 2hrs 547mins
Paris Montparnasse – Direct or via Montrejeau – Luchon:  10hrs 10mins
Toulouse Matabiau– Direct or via Montrejeau- Lannemezan: 2hr 31mins
Paris Austerlitz or Montparnasse – Direct or via Toulouse or Tarbes – Lannemezan:  8hrs 29mins
Carcassonne - via Toulouse - Lannemezan: 3hrs 52mins

 

Car Hire

Pyrenees Collection can arrange very competitive car hire at all airports, train stations and other town locations. Any hire duration is possible at competitive prices. Contact our reservations team or see our car hire pages for more information.

 

Local Bus transfers to Peyragudes, Loudenvielle, Avajan and Bordères-Louron

Leave your car in the valley during your stay and take the local bus that operated during the weeks of Christmas and New Year and the French school holidays. The Bus starts in Arreau and finishes in Peyragudes at the foot of the ski slopes (and vice versa) and the price is for any length of journey take. It stops at the following locations (not an extensive list).

Single journey price: Adult/2€; Child (4 – 12)/1€; Book of 10 tickets/15€
Journey time: (Loudenvielle – Peyragudes): 35 minutes

 

Location  Daily 

Daily except Wednesday

Wednesday
Bordères-Louron (La Grave) 09:40 12:10  13:25
Avajan Town Hall 09:44 12:14 13:29
“Balnea” thermal spa at Loudenvielle 09:49 12:19  13:34
Loudenvielle centre (Jardins de Balnea Residence) 09:50 12.20 13:35
Loudervielle village 09:58 12:28 13:43
Peyragudes Tourist Office 10:09 12:39 13:44
Peyragudes ski slopes  10:10 12:40 13:45
Location  Daily 

Daily except Wednesday

Wednesday
Peyragudes ski slopes 11:05 12:15 17:15
Peyragudes Tourist Office 11:06 12:16  17:16
Loudervielle village 11:19 12:29  17:29
Loudenvielle centre (Jardins de Balnea Residence) 11:25 12:35  17:35
“Balnea” thermal spa at Loudenvielle 11:26 12:36  17:36
Avajan Town Hall 11:31 12:41  17:41
Bordères-Louron (La Grave) 11:36 12:46  17:46

 

Resort News

New for Winter 2014/15

 

A Spa and Wellbeing centre at the foot of the ski slopes in Peyragudes.

 

Skiers can now take advantage of the slopes of the sister resort of Val Louron which is part of the new 'Neiges Louronnaises' ski area which offers an amazing 82km of slopes and a wide variety of terrain served by a modern high-speed lift system! See Ski Passes section for more information.

Other Amenities

Food Stores

Vival convenience store
Galerie commerciale, 65240 Peyragudes. Tél: + 33 (0)0562 791086 - Email: didier.quervet@atssarl.fr

 

Sherpa convenience store
Résidence Privilège, 65240 Peyragudes. Tel: +33 (0)562 999971, Mail: peyragudes@sherpa.net

 

Carrefour Montagne
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33 (0)562 996684

 

Carrefour Contacte
Arreau. Tel: +33 (0)562 996684

 

Bakers and Patisserie

Merlin
Résidence Le Hameau de Balestas, 65240 – Peyragudes. Mobile: +33 (0)666 356896. Mail: daniel.merlin8@wanadoo.fr
Bakery and patisserie

 

Boulangerie Pattisserie Loudenvielle
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33 (0)562 996684
Bakery and patisserie


Picnic Room
Residence Serias, level -1, Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 996999

 

Banks

ATM Peyragudes
Residence Serias, level 0, Peyragudes

 

Credit Agricole ATM
Loudenvielle.

 

Taxis

Taxi - Pages
Loudervielle. Tel: +33(0)609 821866


Pharmacies

Pharmacie M.F. Cadoul
Loudenvielle. Tel: +33(0)562 996100


Medical Centres, Doctors & Hospitals

Doctor / First aid station
65240 Peyragudes, Tel: +33 (0)562 996990

 

Doctor Barraco
Adervielle Pouchergues.
General practitioner

 

Lourdes Hospital Centre
2 Ave Alexandre Marqui. 65107 Lourdes. Tel: +33(0)562 424242. Emergencies: +33(0)562 424438

 

Massage and Physiotherapists

Pascale Trey
Arreau. Tel: +33(0)562 986800
Physiotherapist

 

A Touzet -Botte
Arreau. Tel: +33(0)562 986455
Physiotherapist

 

Emeline Villega
Arreau. Tel: +33(0)562 986600
Osteopath


SKI INFO

The ski resort of Peyragudes is situated in the departments of Hautes-Pyrénées and Haute-Garonne, in the Midi-Pyrénées. The ski resort, which lies at a height of 1600 meters, was created in 1988 when the Peyresourde and Agudes stations were joined together.

 

The ski area is positioned in such a way so that it benefits from exposure to the sun throughout the day – this is probably something that harks back to the days when the villages were simple mountain pastures in the summer months. In the early morning the sun hits the slopes of the Agudes side of the resort before moving round to Peyresourde in the afternoon. Peyragudes offers lots of varied skiing in a truly sensational setting, the surrounding panoramas are punctuated with peaks that rise to in excess of 3000m. With its high-speed, modern lift system, you are ensured the maximum amount of time on the doing what you enjoy the most!
 
The resort has lots of slope-side accommodation for great access to the area that caters to all tastes and group sizes. For those that choose to stay in the valley down in Loudenvielle, Peyragudes can be accessed from the famous road that leads up to the Col de Peyresourde – there is plenty of parking at the base of the slopes when you arrive. A shuttle bus runs from outside the Balnea Spa to the slopes (see Access section for more details).

 

Peyragudes has plenty to offer mixed-ability family groups and recreational skiers who appreciate a relaxed experience in pretty sensational, away-from-it-all surroundings. In addition to its relaxed, friendly environment and safe areas for beginners and children, Peyragudes also offers enjoyable blue runs and some challenging red runs with a few steeper blacks and some great off-piste possibilities.

 

The snow record at Peyragudes is also reassuring which is part in thanks to its altitude, the precipitation and combined snow making facilities. The well-groomed pistes are served by a modern high-speed lift system, and despite what looks on paper to be a relatively compact size, the resort offers a real big-mountain feel with well-linked sectors. The nearby are resorts of Cauterets, Pont d’Espagne and Bareges (Grand Tourmalet), offer more downhill and cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing, walking, etc.

 


  • Ski Area
  • The Skiing
  • Ski Hire
  • Ski Passes
  • Ski School
Ski Area

KM: 60
SKI LIFTS: 17
SLOPES: 50 (Green Runs: 5, Blue Runs: 21, Red Runs: 20, Black Runs: 4)
SNOW CANNONS: 230 (60% of the ski area)
SNOW PARKS: 1 (inc. tables, big air, rails, boarder cross and sound system)

 

The ‘next generation’ winter resort of Peyragudes was formed by combining the villages of Agudes and Peyresourde which sit at either side of the Col de la Flamme; both villages are at an altitude of 1600m. Peyragudes is the Pyrenees’ most high tech resort and as such, the villages of Agudes and Peyresourde both benefit from high-speed, slow-boarding chairs that make it a dream for navigating the resort as a whole. The resort rises up to a healthy 2400m at the top of the Serre Doumenge lift.

 

In an independent survey, the resort was rated highly on its suitability for intermediate skiers. Peyragudes has a good selection of blue and red runs that are well connected. The steep slopes of the resort also mean that it is popular with snowboarders and expert skiers. Don’t be fooled by what appears to be a relatively modest ski area as there are some challenging runs and endless off piste opportunities. Beginners have the choice of two areas – one in Agudes, the other in Peyresourde – where they can practice their new learned skills. Beyond the Grande Traverse, green runs are limited to the nursery slopes – although fast and confident learners will be rewarded with a good selection of well-linked blues.

 

Situated just below the village of Peyresourde is the hamlet of Balestas. Here you will find more accommodation that is linked to the main villages via a shuttle bus service. It is also here that you will find access to the 15km of cross country skiing and snow shoe trails – there are three marked trails of increasing difficulty.

 

The resort also boasts a snow park which is popular due to its sound system and snack bar with its panoramic terrace. The park is never too crowded and is designed for use by skiers and boarders of a wide range of ability and features numerous tables, hips, boxes, big airs and hand rails.

The Skiing

Beginners

There are dedicated beginners’ areas situated at the base of the Peyresourde and Agudes sectors. Both areas have ‘magic carpet’ lifts for young beginners as well as a drag lift for adults. The Peyresourde side also benefits from a 4 man chair.
 
Once you’ve got to grips with your technique and mastered the beginners’ area and you feel ready to take on your first green piste, the best option is to take the Carrousel run from the top of the 4 man chair lift of the same name. If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, the Cabanou 4 man chair lift will allow you can pick up the Grande Traverse green run which returns to the base of the slopes. The Traverse is a rewarding beginner run with a relatively long and gentle slope with some amazing views.

 

When you are ready to face the next challenge of your first blue run, the best place to practice is probably on the Peyresourde side as this has a higher concentration. The high speed six man chair lift of Serias will ensure that you get the maximum amount of time to practice your technique on the  pistes from the top of the Col de la Flamme such as Dos Geant, Myrtilles and Pla de L’hougarte. The three blue runs are all interconnected so you need to pay attention to where you are going in order to arrive back at the foot of the high speed Serias. You can also access the Agudes sector from the top of the Col de la Flamme using a blue. The Cap de Pales high speed lift from the base of Agudes has some great options. However, the blue Traverse Isards from the top of the Serre Doumenge lift has the best options for long, cruising blues and interconnects with runs on both the Agudes (Cretes Duboum, Perdrix, Val Agudes)and Peyresourde (Aigles, Aiglons, Combe Magneras) sectors.

 

Intermediates

There are a good proportion of red-graded runs, providing an attainable, confidence-building upgrade path for those who are ready to graduate from the long blue cruisers. Try the long, winding red descents with their stunning vistas from the top of the Cimes 3 man chair on the Peyresourde side and from the top of the Serre Doumenge 6 man chair on the Agudes side.
 
Peyragudes as a whole, is well suited to intermediate skiers with a good selection of blue and red runs – something that was reflected in an independent survey. There are good connections to either side of the resort from the slope base using the Serias and Privilege high speed chair lifts from Peyresourde and the Cap de Pales lift in the Agudes sector.

 

More advanced intermediate skiers can really enjoy the scenic runs and take advantage of the safe areas between them to perfect their powder technique. The Vallee Blanche and the Petite Vallee runs on the Agudes side are a must for the adventurous skier with lots of options for free skiing.

 

Experts

Peyragudes offers some great runs for experts from the top of the Serre Doumenge, Cap de Bales and Privilege lifts. Those who enjoy a challenge should try the Pene Nere black from the top of the Serre Doumenge which then links into the Vallee Blanche. There are also numerous off-piste opportunities for the more adventurous.

 

Off-piste

For those that like to experiment with the off piste, the steep slopes of Peyragudes are actually quite interesting for lift served off piste.

 

Under the Serre Doumenge lift there are a number of variants which pass through saddles or between rocks before opening up to large snow fields that are often fresh with powder. The wind can often drive the powder into sheltered areas so the depth of the powder does vary.

 

From the top of the Serre Doumenge, the blue-marked Traverse Isards offers many unmarked descents into the bowl and it is not uncommon to find fresh powder between the marked runs here.

 

The Pene Nere black (again served by the Serre Doumenge) is a good source of off piste options for those willing to seek them out. A traverse from the Pene Nere to the red marked Traverse Estives offers steeps slopes and couloirs.

 

From the top of the Privilege chair lift in the Peyresourde sector or the Cap de Bales in Agudes you can connect to the Eperviers black run. From here, it is possible to traverse immediately to the right to follow the contour just below the ridge. The obvious descent is the large off-piste down to Palombes blue. However, at the top of this slope you find yourself on a saddle. If you ski to the edge of the saddle you can see the Combe de la Flamme below and a wide and steep couloirs that invites you to join it!

 

Depending on the snow conditions, the Vallée Blanche allows you can ski down for 5km to join the Luchon road where you can take the bus back to the station (high season). The valley is North East to North facing and so guards its snow late into the season.

 

From the top of the Pene Nere, you can climb for a further 20 minutes to the Cap des Hittes to descend along the ridge then into the large north facing bowl. This is frequently dangerous with large slab avalanches forming on its slopes and those who are inexperienced should always use the expertise of a local guide.

 

Alternatively, you can just stick to the black Pene Nere at the bottom of which you track left into the valley. There are a few red marker posts giving a guide to the route to be taken, although in reality it is much a case of finding the most skiable snow.

 

The Val Lumieres on the Peyresourde side is a very similar proposition to the Vallee Blanche. It is easily accessed by the lift system and is popular as it sits just below the mountain restaurant Cabanou. The Val Lumieres circumnavigates the extreme boundary of the ski area and its open pistes offer numerous options for fresh tracks and unchartered lines. Just like the Vallee Blanche on the Agudes side, Val Lumieres is a must. The run is approximately 5-6km in length and finishes at the hamlet of Balestas. From here you have to take the Plateau drag lift out of the valley – the only remaining original drag lift from when the resort was first created back in 1988.

 

The resort does offer many opportunities to practice off piste skiing without the need for a guide, however, we would always advise to speak with and use local guides where possible.

 

Snowboarders

The snowpark at Peyragudes is situated at an altitude of 2000m on the Peyresourde side of the resort. It is popular with boarders and skiers alike but unlike some Alpine counterparts, never too crowded. The park features numerous tables (4-12m long), a hip, boxes and rails that are designed to accommodate boarders of all abilities. The park is also equipped with a ski lift and a chalet restaurant ‘La Suite’ where you can choose to eat your snack quickly and get back to the tricks or take your time and enjoy the view from the panoramic terrace. The park sound system ensures that you remain entertained as you practice your 180s and 360s.

 

Boarders may also be happy to know that there are only 2 drag lifts in the whole of the resort.

 

The steep bowls, with their predominantly red and black pistes offer great terrain where you can enjoy the scenic runs and take advantage of the safe areas between them to perfect your powder technique. Expert and adventurous boarders who like the freedom of freeride and backcountry should refer to the off piste section for further options.

 

Snowshoe Outings and Hiking

The cross country ski trails are located in the Balestas sector of the Peyragudes ski area. In total there are 15km of cross country ski trails. A new trail will open this winter (2014/15) from the bottom of the piste in front of the Privilege chair lift that connects up to the mountain restaurant Cabanou. Walkers and non-skiers will also find marked snow shoe trails in this sector that depart from the base station. The trails are marked in difficulty rating and range from an easy green circuit to a challenging red. Please refer to the Activities section for further details and guides.

Ski Hire

We have a conveniently located hire shops in Peyragudes and Loudenvielle for all your ski and snowboard equipment needs. We offer competitive prices and special offers are also available. Pre-booking your equipment hire will allow you to save precious skiing time once in the resort and means you can budget for your ski holiday, knowing that it is already book and paid for.

 

We ensure only the highest standard of equipment and service will be provided for all levels of skiers.  The equipment is regularly waxed and edged, boots are disinfected between each rental and the bindings are adjusted by a qualified technician in the resort. We are confident that your equipment will be provided and adjusted when you arrive at the shop. However, the shop technicians will be happy to re-adjust the bindings, or swap any equipment if you require after a few hours or days on the mountain. If you wish to exchange skis against a snowboard mid-week, this will be possible, at a supplement, payable locally. Please note that during peak periods, it may be difficult to exchange equipment, but the staff on site will be happy to assist you the best they can, so please do not hesitate to ask.

 

We provide skis, boots & poles, skis & poles only, snowboard & boots, snowboard only, boots only, snowblades, cross-country skis & helmets.  For first time and recreational skiers (blue); good to intermediate skiers and boarders (red); excellent skiers, boarders and free-riders (black); expert skiers and special techniques (prestige) for adults and children aged 0-6 years & 7-12 years for a minimum duration of 3 days. Please note that we do not offer the basic ‘Green’ category as we feel these are generally inadequate skis even for beginners.

 

Peryagudes Ski Hire

 

EQUIPMENT HIRE

Price is for 6/7 days

 HIGH              LOW

   SEASON        SEASON

(High Season: 27/12-03/01 & 07-02/07-03)

Resort

6 days 

Ski Types

HIGH              LOW

   SEASON        SEASON

Resort

6 days 

A-Blue SKIS (first time & recreational skiers)

BSB   Skis, poles & Boots

BSO   Skis & poles only


       

£75                £64

£55                £47

 

107 euros

80 euros

B-Red SNOWBOARD

RBB   Snowboard & Boots

RBO   Snowboard only


£75                £64

£55                £47

 

124 euros

93 euros

B-Red SKIS (intermediate to good skiers)

RSB   Skis, poles & Boots

RSO   Skis & poles only

 

 

£75                £64

£55                £47



124 euros
93 euros

C-Black SNOWBOARD

NBB   Snowboard & Boots

NBO   Snowboard only


£96                £83

£73                £62

 

146 euros

110 euros

C-Black SKIS (expert skiers & free-riders)

NSB   Skis, poles & Boots

NSO   Skis & poles only


£96                £83

£73                £62


146 euros

110 euros

Child Beginner - SKIS (2-6yrs)

CBSB   Skis, poles & Boots

CBSO   Skis & poles only


£37                £35

£27                £25

 

48 euros

36 euros

D-Diamant SKIS (expert skiers & special techniques)

PSB   Skis, poles & Boots

PSO   Skis & poles only


 

£106                £92

 £80                  £96

 

 

164 euros

123 euros

Child Beginner - SKIS (7-13yrs)

CBSB   Skis, poles & Boots

CBSO   Skis & poles only


£46                £37

£33                £27

 

63 euros

47 euros

Helmets

Child-Adult


£15-17

 

18 euros

Child Advanced - (Black) Skis (7-13yrs) or Snowboards (9-13 yrs)

CNSB/CNBB      Skis/Sboard & Boots

CNSO/CNBO     Skis/Sboard only



£58                £47

£43                £35

 

89 euros

67 euros

Snowblades are charged as per Red adult skis - Resort price is when not pre-booked via Pyrenees Collection

Special offers:
*7 days for the price of 6. Free skis.snowboard & boots (blue/red) for party leaders of groups of 10 or more,
all taking equipment. 1 free helmet per child aged 6 and under for every adult booking skis or snowboards & boots (must be under same booking reference and requested on form above).

Other duration prices on request - Cross Country ski prices on request.

 

 

Hameau de Balestas Ski Hire Only

 

EQUIPMENT HIRE

Price is for 6/7 days

Pyrenees Collection Price

7 days = 6

Resort

6 days 

Ski Types

Pyrenees Collection Price

7 days = 6

Resort

6 days 

A-Blue SKIS (first time & recreational skiers)

BSB   Skis, poles & Boots

BSO   Skis & poles only


£59

£43

 

75 euros

58 euros

B-Red SNOWBOARD

RBB   Snowboard & Boots

RBO   Snowboard only


£79

£57

 

115 euros

96 euros

B-Red SKIS (intermediate to good skiers)

RSB   Skis, poles & Boots

RSO   Skis & poles only


£79

£57


115 euros
96 euros

C-Black SNOWBOARD

NBB   Snowboard & Boots

NBO   Snowboard only


£92

£69

 

149 euros

122 euros

C-Black SKIS (expert skiers & free-riders)

NSB   Skis, poles & Boots

NSO   Skis & poles only


£92

£69


149 euros

122 euros

Child Beginner - SKIS (2-6yrs)

CBSB   Skis, poles & Boots

CBSO   Skis & poles only


£37

£27

 

45 euros

35 euros

D-Diamant SKIS (expert skiers & special techniques)

PSB   Skis, poles & Boots

PSO   Skis & poles only


£115

£86

 

186 euros

160 euros

Child Beginner - SKIS (7-13yrs)

CBSB   Skis, poles & Boots

CBSO   Skis & poles only


£46

£33

 

70 euros

50 euros

Helmets

Child-Adult

£14-16

18 euros

 Child Advanced - (Black) Skis (7-13yrs) or Snowboards (9-13 yrs)

CNSB/CNBB      Skis/Sboard & Boots

CNSO/CNBO     Skis/Sboard only


£58

£43

 

96 euros

75 euros

Snowblades are charged as per Red adult skis - Resort price is when not pre-booked via Pyrenees Collection

Special offers:

*7 days for the price of 6. Free skis.snowboard & boots (blue/red) for party leaders of groups of 10 or more, all taking equipment. 1 free helmet per child aged 6 and under for every adult booking skis or snowboards & boots (must be under same booking reference and requested on form above).

Other duration prices on request - Cross Country ski prices on request.

 

Please Note: We cannot always guarantee that prices will be cheaper than in resort. When ski packs prices are calculated, the currency is bought at the exchange rates that apply when the brochure is published. You can be assured that if the pound depreciates, you will not be charged more for your ski packs, enabling you to budget for your holiday at the time of booking.

Ski Passes

'Neiges Louronnaises'

The ski resorts of Peyragudes and Val Louron have joined forces to offer a combined ski pass, the 'Neiges Louronnaises.'

Skiers can now take advantage of the slopes of both Peyragudes and Val Louron which offers an amazing 82km of slopes and a wide variety of terrain served by a modern, high-speed lift system!

 

Available packages with the 'Neiges Louronnnaise' pass:

Weekend Pass (one day in Val Louron and one day in Peyragudes)

 

6 Day Week Pass (5 days in either Val Louron/Peyragudes with a discovery day at either Val Louron/Peyragudes)
Val Louron 5 days + 1 day discovery Peyragudes
Peyragudes 5 days + 1 day discovery Val Louron

 

Season Pass (unlimited skiing at both resorts)

 

LIFT PASS

6 days

7 days

Peyragudes ski area

60km of pistes

Adult (18-74)

Child (5-17)

£158

£137

£162

£141

Child (under 5) & Senior (75+): Free*

Important note: free hands free pass included in the price.

* Proof of age is required for Free lift passes. Please bring ID when collecting your lift pass. No photo required.

Ski School

ESF Peyresourde 

ESF Peyresourde and its 50 qualified instructors are ready to welcome you to the Pyrenees and help you discover the joy of skiing. Passionate about their work, our state qualified professionals teach adults and children in all existing disciplines: skiing, snowboarding and Telemark skiing. The E.S.F also organises downhill courses and training in disciplines such as Giant Slalom, Special Slalom, Parallel Slalom and Boarder cross. To meet demand for increasingly need, the instructors speak several languages: English, Spanish and German as well as French, of course!

 

SKI SCHOOL

Lessons only (lift-pass not included)

Adults & Children (4-12 yrs)

Ski/Snowboard: Sun-Fri - AM 10.00-12.30 all season; PM 15.00-17.00 (12 children per group) and PM 13.00-15.00 (6 children per group) 21/12-14-03/01/15 & 07/02/15- 07/03/15 only.

AM

 

PM

15.00-17.00     13.00-15.00

SKI/SNOWBOARD 6 half-days

£124

£109

£147

PIOU PIOU 6 half-days (4-6yrs)

£124

£109

Piou-Piou (4-6yrs): Sun-Fri - AM 10.00- 12.30 and PM 13.00-15.00 or 15.00-17.00 all season; Piou-Piou (3-4yrs): all season AM only 10.00-12.30

PIOU PIOU 6 half-days (3-4yrs)

£124

N/A

PRIVATE LESSONS (A = Adult)

1 hour

 

4 hours

 

6 hours

1 A

£34

 

£131

 

£193

2 A

£38

 

£147

 

£206

3 A

£42

 

£160

 

£231

4 A

£46

 

£176

 

£248


Private lessons times: 21/12-14-03/01/15 & 07/02/15-07/03/15 only: 9.00-10.00 or 13.00-14.00 or 14.00-15.00

 

ALL TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Please note that a booking fee of £9 per party will apply

 
Group Lessons Ski 

Please note that a valid lift pass is necessary for all group lessons.

 

The group lessons for over 5 years olds and adults last 2 or 2.5 hours per lesson and are available on a daily basis or a 6 consecutive day’s basis starting on Sunday. The levels are shown below.4


Beginner Class: I have never skied before and at the end I will take the 1 Ski test.
Level 1: I have passed the 1 Ski test and I can do snowplough turns and control my speed on green or blue slopes. At the end I will take the Level 1 test.
Level 2: I have passed the level 1 test – I can make large parallel turns and side-slip smoothly. I am on blue and red runs. I am an Intermediate skier. At the end I will take the Level 2 test.
Level 3: I have passed the Level 2 test – I make parallel turns with ease on all types of runs and at speed. I am a confirmed red run skier. At the end I will take the Level 3 test.

 

Class Times:
Non Holiday period: 10.00 – 12.30
Christmas & February school holidays: 10.00 – 12.30 or 13:00 – 15:00 and 15.00 – 17.00

 

Group Lessons Snowboard

Please note that a valid lift pass is necessary for all group lessons.

 

The group lessons which are available for both children (aged 4 years and over) last 2 – 2.5 hours per lesson and are available on a daily basis or a 5/6 consecutive days basis. The levels are shown below.


Beginner Snowboard Class: I have never snowboarded before and at the end I will take the Snowboard welcome test.
Snowboard Class 1: I have passed the Snowboard welcome test and I can change direction and side-slip. I also know how to get up off the slope. At the end I will take the Snowboard Level 1 test.
Snowboard Class 2: I have passed the Class 1 test – I can link front side and back side turns on green runs, I know how to stop when side-slipping, I know how to leaf down the slope and can take a drag lift. At the end I will take the Snowboard Level 2 test.
Snowboard Class 3: I have passed the Class 2 test – I can snowboard on blue and red runs and also in the snow board park. I easily link turns on blue runs by sliding a little. At the end I will take the Level 3 test.

 

Class Times:
Non Holiday period: 10.00 – 12.30
Christmas & February school holidays: 10.00 – 12.30 or 13:00 – 15:00 and 15.00 – 17.00

 

Club Piou Piou

This Children’s skiing club caters for children from 4 – 12 years of age. The children learn to ski through playing, using specially equipped tow ropes to take them up the small baby slopes. The classes last 2 or 2.5 hours per lesson and are available on a daily basis or a 6 consecutive day’s basis starting on Sunday. The levels are shown below.

 

Pitchoun: I have never skied before and at the end I will take the Piou Piou test.
Piou Piou: I have passed the Piou Piou test and move at ease through the Piou Piou modules. At the end I will take the Teddy test.
Teddy: I have passed the Teddy test – I can do snowplough turns control my speed and know how to stop. At the end I will take the Snowflake test.
Snowflake: I have passed the Snowflake test – I can take the lift without falling off, I am linking up my snowplough turns and am starting to side-slip. At the end I will take the 1 Star test.
1 Star: I have passed the 1 Star test – I can make basic turns and turn on the spot. I can side-slip and am starting on the green and blue slopes. At the end I will take the 2 star test.
2 Star: I have passed the 2 Star test – I turn with my skis parallel and side-slip on a slope. I am progressing to a moderate speed on blue and red slopes. At the end I will take the 3 star test.
3 Star: I have passed the 3 Star test – I link up my parallel turns (short and medium radius) and take into account external factors whilst skiing. At the end I will take the Bronze Star test.
Bronze Star: I have passed the Bronze Star test – I am starting to make wide turns, elementary sculls and wide turns, I control my balance when making a “schuss” or in a varied terrain such as ski-cross. At the end I will take the Gold Star test.
Competition Class: I have passed the Gold Star test – I can ski without stopping on tracks, I can ski on all types of snow, I take into account the external factors and respect the rules and conduct of skiers. I have an idea about slalom skiing. At the end I will take the Chamois test.


Note: Lift passes are obligatory for under 6 year olds – it is free of charge and is available at the lift ticket office with proof of ID.
For over six year old, they will not need a lift pass on the first day but will probably need it after day one of lessons.

 

Class Times:
Non Holiday period: 10.00 – 12.30
Christmas & February school holidays: 10.00 – 12.30 or 13:00 – 15:00 and 15.00 – 17.00

Ski & Nursery packages are available

 

Private lessons

Available during Christmas and February school holidays only from 09.00 – 15.00 with a ski instructor of your choice (availability dependant) private lessons give a one to one experience for personalised tuition at whichever level you choose. You can also take a private lesson for a group of up to 4 people, however you must all be at a similar level of skiing for this option to function.

 

During the February school holidays private lessons are available for 1 hour or 1 hour 30mins.


Off Piste 

Half day outings to visit some of the most beautiful off piste areas in the resort can be organised. You must be able to ski/snowboard all types of terrain and there must be a minimum of 4 people.

 

Please Note: Ski School: Lesson times are subject to change right until the last minute. Outside French school holidays the ski school reserves the right to cancel group lessons should numbers be insufficient. For peak periods (20/12-3/1, 07/2-07/3 & 11/4-25/4) we strongly recommend that you book as early as possible and in any case at least 6 weeks prior to the required dates. Morning lessons tend to get booked up first and therefore we may only be able to offer afternoon classes within 6 weeks of departure. In some resorts English speaking instructors may not always be available, particularly at peak times.


Other Accommodation In: Peyragudes
Le Hameau De Balestas
3* Apartments. Sleeps 2-10
Located in the Balestas area of Peyragudes, just 400m from the ski lifts and the resort centre with its restaurants and bars. The residence also has impressive views of the Louron Valley.
Residence Les Jardins de Balnéa
3* Apartments. Sleeps 2-10
A modern residence located in the beautiful Louron Valley. Ideally located near to Balnea thermal spa and between Peyragudes & Val Louron ski areas - each just a short drive away.
Residence Les Adrets
3* Apartments. Sleeps 2-10
Les Adrets is a modern residence with an indoor pool located just 400m from the ski lifts and Peyragudes resort centre with its restaurants and bars.
Ancienne Poste
3* Hotel. Sleeps 2-3
Lovingly restored former village post office. This chalet-style hotel is situated in the peaceful village of Avajan close to the ski resorts of Val Louron and Peyragudes and the famous Balnea Spa.

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