Peyragudes is one of the Pyrenees’ most distinctive resorts: it straddles two French departments — Hautes-Pyrénées and Haute-Garonne — and spans two linked ski areas connected by a panoramic gondola. Sitting at 1,600 m altitude, between the Louron valley and the Barrancoueu valley, it is one of the best-positioned resorts in the central Pyrenees.
Resort overview
Two linked sites
| Site | Altitude | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Peyresourde | 1,600–2,400 m | Hautes-Pyrénées side, technical skiing |
| Les Agudes | 1,700–2,430 m | Haute-Garonne side, family skiing |
The two sites are linked by a 10-person gondola (Télécabine de la Hourquette) with exceptional views over the Néouvielle massif.
Key figures
- 60 km of marked pistes
- 25 runs: 5 green, 11 blue, 7 red, 2 black
- 22 ski lifts
- Maximum altitude: 2,460 m (Pic du Moudang)
- Maximum vertical drop: 860 m
The pistes
For beginners and families
The Les Agudes sector concentrates the widest green and blue runs. The Beginners’ Area at the foot of the Agudes drag lift is perfect for first lessons with the local ski school.
For intermediate skiers
Most of the domain lends itself to relaxed, enjoyable skiing: long blue and red runs, rarely crowded on weekdays. The Louvie piste (red, 3.5 km) is consistently the most popular run.
For experts
The black Moudang piste drops from the highest point in the domain over 800 m vertical with sections steeper than 45°. The north face of Peyresourde offers excellent off-piste opportunities in favourable conditions.
Snowpark
The Pey’Park has modules for all levels: initiation, intermediate and expert — tables, rails and progressive kickers.
Winter activities
- Cross-country skiing: 12 km of groomed trails around Lac de Génos-Loudenvielle
- Snowshoeing: marked circuits from both sites
- Sledging: 1 km natural run at Peyresourde
- Ice climbing: artificial ice wall in cold winters
Peyragudes in summer
Hiking from the resort
Col de Peyresourde (1,569 m) — a legendary Tour de France landmark, reachable by bike from the village in 45 minutes
Pic du Moudang (2,460 m) — gondola access + 1h30 walk, panoramic views over the central range
Lac de Génos-Loudenvielle — 2h walk, swimming and pedalo hire in season
Cycling and road biking
Peyragudes is an iconic Tour de France finish. Several stage finishes at Peyresourde have taken place since the 1990s. The col is rated Hors Catégorie from Bagnères-de-Luchon.
- Climb from Loudenvielle: 10.7 km, 590 m elevation, average gradient 5.5%
- Climb from Bagnères-de-Luchon: 15.3 km, 939 m elevation, average gradient 6.2%
Tree climbing and outdoor activities
The Loudenvielle adventure park offers treetop courses from May to September, with views over the lake.
The Louron valley
The resort is the gateway to the Louron valley, one of the best-preserved valleys in the Pyrenees:
- 12 authentic villages with black schist stone houses
- Romanesque chapels: Vielle-Louron, Mont, Germ (listed Historic Monuments)
- Lac de Génos (1,100 m): supervised swimming, sailing and kayaking in summer
- Néouvielle Reserve accessible via the Col de la Hourquette d’Ancizan
Lift passes and prices
| Pass | Adult | Child (under 12) |
|---|---|---|
| Day pass | ~€35 | ~€27 |
| 6-day pass | ~€175 | ~€138 |
| Weekend (2 days) | ~€65 | ~€51 |
Combined offer: ski pass + access to the Loudenvielle thermal spa available as a weekly package.
Getting there
By car
- From Toulouse: A64 → Montréjeau → D929 → Louron valley — 2h00
- From Lourdes: D929 → Arreau → Louron valley — 1h30
- From Bagnères-de-Luchon: Col de Peyresourde — 30 min
Parking Free parking at Peyresourde (base of resort). Internal shuttle to the gondola stations.
Accommodation at Peyragudes
- Tourist residences at the foot of the slopes (Peyresourde sector)
- Hotels and gîtes in the Louron valley villages
- Holiday centre at Loudenvielle with direct access to the lake
- 4-star campsite at Lac de Génos (open May–September)
Loudenvielle thermal spa
A 10-minute drive from the resort, the Bains de Loudenvielle (Émotion’L) offer outdoor heated pools facing the lake, hammam, sauna and massages. Perfect for recovery after skiing or hiking. Open year-round.
Practical information
- Tourist office: Loudenvielle — +33 5 62 99 68 63
- Resort website: peyragudes.com
- Loudenvielle village altitude: 987 m
- Winter opening: early December – late April (weather dependent)