Connecting La Mongie and Barèges, the Grand Tourmalet is the largest ski area in the French Pyrenees. Located at the foot of the famous Tourmalet pass, the resort attracts visitors thanks to the complementarity of its two villages. La Mongie is a dynamic resort at the foot of the slopes, while Barèges is a genuine Pyrenean village with a rich heritage. Thanks to its altitude, its quality snowmaking and spectacular landscapes, the Grand Tourmalet is a popular destination for families. It is also the ideal spot for winter sports enthusiasts.
Between vast expanses, mountain forests and exceptional panoramas, the resort offers a multitude of activities. Alpine skiing, snowboarding, freeriding, hiking or recreational activities allow everyone to experience the mountains at their own pace. With its modern infrastructure and friendly atmosphere, La Mongie / Barèges offers the ideal setting for sharing unforgettable winter holidays in the heart of the Pyrénées.
100 km of trails
30 Mechanical lifts
Max altitude 2500m
Panoramas Exceptional
1 Snowpark
Max elevation 1100m
3 playful spaces + 2 family zones
100 km of trails
30 Mechanical lifts
Max altitude 2500m
Panoramas Exceptional
1 Snowpark
Max elevation 1100m
3 playful spaces + 2 family zones
100 km of trails
30 Mechanical lifts
Max altitude 2500m
Panoramas Exceptional
1 Snowpark
Max elevation 1100m
3 playful spaces + 2 family zones
Yes, La Mongie / Barèges is perfectly suited to beginners. The Grand Tourmalet area has safe learning areas, many green and blue slopes, and modern infrastructure that allows both children and adults to progress with confidence. The instructors at ESI Grand Tourmalet guide each student with an adapted teaching method to learn to ski in the best conditions.
After skiing, La Mongie and Barèges offer many activities to extend the day. Enjoy a hike on snowshoes, discover the famous Pic du Midi, relax at the thermal baths of Barèges or savor the Pyrenean cuisine in the restaurants of the resort. With wellness, nature and discovery, everyone can find something to fully enjoy their stay.
Yes, La Mongie / Barèges is an ideal destination for families. The Grand Tourmalet domain offers beginner areas. With slopes adapted to all levels and many activities for young and old alike. Moreover, its friendly atmosphere, its entertainment and its ski schools combine all the conditions to share a relaxing mountain holiday.
The Grand Tourmalet, connecting La Mongie and Barèges, offers an exceptional skiing experience in the heart of the Pyrénées. With more than 100 km of slopes, the resort welcomes both beginners and experienced skiers thanks to a wide variety of terrains. The learning areas, long panoramic slopes, and more technical sectors allow everyone to ski at their own pace in a remarkable natural environment.
Dominated by the Pic du Midi de Bigorre, the Grand Tourmalet reveals spectacular landscapes between vast plateaus, mountain forests and snow-capped peaks. In addition to alpine skiing, the resort offers many winter activities such as snowshoeing, dog sledding, sledding and a visit to the Pic du Midi. Thanks to the richness of its terrain and the diversity of its activities, La Mongie / Barèges also appeals to families and mountain enthusiasts seeking an escape.
When the snow gives way to the alpine meadows, La Mongie and Barèges become a wonderful place to discover the heart of the Pyrénées. Hiking enthusiasts take advantage of the many marked trails to explore the landscapes of the Grand Tourmalet, the high-altitude lakes, and the exceptional panoramas of the surrounding peaks. The routes are suitable for both family walks and more athletic hikes.
In the summer, the Grand Tourmalet offers a multitude of activities in the great outdoors. Mountain biking, electric mountain biking, trail running, paragliding, rock climbing or guided hiking allow visitors to discover the mountain from a different perspective. Visitors can also reach the famous Pic du Midi to admire one of the most beautiful panoramas of the Pyrenees.
With its preserved landscapes, its clean air and the wealth of activities on offer, La Mongie / Barèges is an ideal destination for a summer holiday. With adventure, relaxation and discovering the Pyrenean heritage on offer, everyone can enjoy an authentic stay in the heart of the mountains.
