Writes the 13/11/2019 by
Quentin
Spa, hiking, sledging... so much to do after skiing
Sledding and grooming in Peyragudes, tasting local products in Saint-Lary, relaxing session in Loudenvielle and Piau-Engaly... The 4 Pyrénées2vallées resorts offer you many activities for all your gourmet, relaxing and sporting desires.
Start with a wellness break...
From the resorts of Val Louron and Peyragudes, you only have to travel a few kilometres by shuttle bus to reach the spa centre of Balnéa, on the shores of Lake Génos-Loudenvielle. Enjoy its spas and hammams indoors and outdoors, its baths with ambiences from all over the world at 37°C... with a panorama of the snow-covered peaks of the Louron valley. Ideal to recharge your batteries after a good day of skiing! In the Aure valley, discover the Sensoria wellness centre in Saint-Lary. A good moment of relaxation with the family awaits you at the canyon and waterfalls of the Rio area. Also discover the Nuxe spa area for a 100% zen massage. In Piau-Engaly, find the Édénéo aqua-play centre and its baths and hammams located at the foot of the slopes.
...then enjoy tasty Pyrenean meals
The resorts and villages of the Pyrénées2vallées have many bars and restaurants with a warm atmosphere, ideal for recovering strength between two days to exercise at high altitude. Stroll through the streets of Saint-Lary, taste tapas or southern wines in bars with an Iberian atmosphere and discover more than a dozen restaurants with a rustic atmosphere, where the specialities of the Bigorre region are served: black pork, garbure, tarbais beans... At the end of the table, go shopping in the many shops in the village!
A rich cultural heritage to explore
Discover the villages and historical sites of the Pyrénées2vallées with the guided tours organised by the Cultural Centre of Ancizan. Also take advantage of itinerant stories, workshops and family trail games to discover a village in a fun way. Throughout the ski season, winter visits are organised: a guide takes you to a mountain village and then to a café to meet for a good snack. Download the mobile app "Pays d'Art et d'Histoire Aure-Louron" to discover the historical circuits of the valleys in complete autonomy.
Ski touring, the mountain in a different way
The 4 resorts of Pyrénées2vallées are the ideal place to indulge in the pleasures of ski touring. Do you have your seal skins under your skis? Perfect! Follow a professional guide and discover the high Pyrenean mountains from a new angle, at a speed very different from alpine skiing. In the middle of the fir trees, with the powder snow as far as the eye can see, this physical effort is transformed into a magical stroll.
Magic ride in a snow groomer under the stars
Discover the ski area in a different way. At nightfall, ride in a groomer for 60 minutes of dream on the slopes of Peyragudes. These heroes will teach you everything you need to know about this extraordinary profession. Activity available all winter season.
Unique meeting with sled dogs
At the foot of the slopes, meet sled dogs. Embark on a magical powder snow ride to discover the mountain in a different way. A professional musher will help you discover this historical activity in the Pyrenees. You can even try your hand at sled driving! Initiate yourself to mushing in the Aure valley or Louron valley.
Airboarding, life-size sledging
In Peyragudes, experience airboarding. Lying on your stomach on this inflatable sled, you run down the slopes at full speed with your nose as close as possible to the snow. Don't worry, under its rocket-like appearance launched at full speed, this machine can be piloted with its edges. Sensations guaranteed! The lifts remain open for the duration of the session to repeat the descent to infinity.
The Snake Glide, shared sensations
Have you ever dreamed of a giant sled, where your whole tribe would go down the track at the same time? Then discover without further delay the Snake Glide. In this new snow activity, several sleds attached together form a giant snake-shaped sled. You are linked to each other: if one of you falls to the side, the whole group will benefit! Laughter, speed sensations and fresh snow sum up this family activity. From 6 years old.