is one of the largest ski resorts in the Pyrenees. It extends on both sides of the famous
. On the west, there is
. This large area
offers over 100 km of slopes to all lovers and all levels of skiing.
With 70 slopes and 43 lifts spread between 1400 and 2500 meters high, the Tourmalet ski area offers activities for everyone: skiing, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snowboarding, free-ride and dog sled ride.
For professionals, it is also possible to make the Pic du Midi de Bigorre descent, 1500 meters difference in height, a unique downhill secured with a specialized mountain guide.
After ski , the Tourmalet ski area is rich in activities:
- Bareges, a cozy wooded mountain town, offers horse-drawn carriage rides, relaxing spa center, cinema, nightclub ...
- La Mongie, at the foot of the slopes, provides the opportunity to visit the Pic du Midi with its cable car, have fun in the skating rink for children, have thrill with snowmobile ...
Best known for the legendary Tour de France pass, the Tourmalet is also an area that can be proud of Mathieu Crepel who was twice snowboard world champion. Mathieu Crepel made his first snowboard downhills on the slopes of La Mongie. Thanks to him, since 2002 the ski area has organized « Le Rendez-vous des Etoiles », an event that brings together the biggest stars of snowboarding.
