Discover the Pyrenees on a snowshoe hike from Cauterets to the Néouvielle lakes!
Venture through the Vallée des Gaves and enjoy a sporty snowshoe hike in the heart of the Néouvielle massif. You'll start your day's walk at the foot of a valley surrounded by many hills. After a steep climb, you'll reach the first lake on your route. During your snowshoe hike near Cauterets, you'll climb up to 750m!
Come and watch the snow-covered mountain landscapes put on an incredible show, with breathtaking panoramic views over the frozen lakes and granite peaks of Néouvielle! Cross the Néouvielle nature reserve between vast forests of hooked pine and a rich variety of flora and fauna. With snowshoe trekking near Cauterets, you'll discover exceptional landscapes along paths that are little known to other hikers.
Supervised by a professional mountain leader, enjoy a snowshoe hike to the Néouvielle lakes in complete safety. This walk will help you to be more efficient and self-sufficient, and above all to admire the magnificent panoramas of the region!
Experience a winter excursion in the Pyrenees with a snowshoe hike from Cauterets!
Book your activity
Practical information
This 9-hour activity includes a 6.5-hour snowshoe hike to the Néouvielle lakes, departing from Cauterets.
- Meet the guide at the local centre in Cauterets
- 45-minute car-pool transfer to the Barèges car park, gateway to the Néouvielle massif.
- 6h30 hike to the Néouvielle lakes, with short breaks to enjoy the surroundings
- 45-minute return transfer
The activity is guaranteed from 4 registered participants.
Transport is included subject to availability in the guide's vehicle (8 seats available). An additional vehicle is often required to follow the guide's vehicle.
- Supervision by a mountain leader
- PII insurance
- Hot drinks
- Transport (see special conditions)
- Snowshoes and poles (€6.50 to hire)
- Suitable walking shoes
- Warm clothing (ski, fleece, etc.)
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm, waterproof trousers (if possible)
- Hat, gloves
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Picnic and snacks (cereal bars, cakes, fruit)