Argelès-Gazost

Argelès-Gazost

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Argelès-Gazost		Lau-Balagnas at 1.2 km
Insee code	65025		Gez at 1.2 km
Postcode	65400		Arcizans-Avant at 1.8 km
Latitude	43.0050280		Ayzac-Ost at 1.9 km
Longitude	-0.1010870		Sère-en-Lavedan at 2.5 km
Altitude	From 412 to 600 meters		Arras-en-Lavedan at 2.5 km
Surface	3.05 km²		Préchac at 2.7 km
Population	3255 inhabitants		Saint-Savin at 2.7 km
Density	1135 inhabitants/km²		Ouzous at 2.8 km
National labels			Ayros-Arbouix at 2.9 km
Chief town	Tarbes (at 35 km, 39 min)		Salles at 3.1 km
Department	Hautes-Pyrénées		Boô-Silhen at 3.4 km
Region	Midi-Pyrénées		Search another town

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From its privileged location in the heart of the Valley of the Great Sites, between Lourdes and Gavarnie, near the National Park and six ski resorts, Argelès-Gazost is an ideal point to take time to breathe and see the Pyrenees.

The village, 463 meters above sea level, nestled in lush greenery and surrounded by mountains and peaks, proudly claims its strong identity Pyrenees.

The city held its high-flowered streets, panoramic terraces, staircases, fountains ...

The spa area spreads its green park, its opulent mansions, casino and spa.

The local market on Tuesday morning, the largest and oldest in the valley, offers all the traditional culinary treasures: the shepherds of cheese, the cake with the pin, honey, blueberry pies, lamb mountain Gascon black pork, the duck breast and duck liver ...

• Walk on foot with a cultural guide: Find the hidden charms of the city every Wednesday in July and August at 17h or 21h depending on dates. Information Office of Tourism.
• Flower Walk Guide circuit to remove the Tourist Office only to discover the history of Argelès-Gazost through its old stones and fountains.
• Animal Park in the Pyrenees: You dream of holding an ecosystem in the palm of your hands to discover a small corner of paradise where animals and plants live in perfect harmony? Open your eyes! Listen to the voice of the forest! Breath smells and just marvel at the diversity of life. An intimacy never equaled! Welcome to the Pyrenees Animal Park for a trip full of emotions!
• Swimming - Tennis Casino - Cinema Theatre.

• In June:

• The 2nd weekend gourmet Confrériales organized by the Brotherhood of garbure bigourdane to Argelès-Gazost. Traditional Festival Bigourdan around the dish. Brotherhoods parade south west (more than 30 congregations), food village ...
• The third weekend in Hautacam Transhumance blessing of cattle, outdoor mass, beginning in summer pastures herds; picnic and animations; ball Gascon.

• In July,

• Day at Shepherds Argelès-Gazost: gathering and blessing of the herd on the mail to the church, led by an aperitif bandas, shepherd's snack, game show host force Basque night of transhumance, the shepherd meals, evening "cantayres, choirs ...

• In August:

• The first weekend Fiesta Mômes, Children's Festival: village of Indians and cowboys, rodeo park, farm "Tiligolo", various workshops and interactive games, theatrical ... From 10am to à19h thermal park.
• The 2nd weekend: Muchas Bandas, festival bandas: bandas and many wineries and various events from 10am to midnight in downtown.
• The 3rd weekend: "Estiv'Art" festival dedicated to artists: contemporary art fair, street painters, potters market, crafts, arts and crafts space, initiations, demonstrations, music performances, firework ... From 10am to 20pm in the city center.

• In September:

• The 3rd weekend: European Heritage Days "Art, culture and heritage exhibitions on the history of the spa park, architecture, the lives of men, traditions ... Many cultural organizations invited, the presence of authors, book signings. Tented the park all day spa.
• Celebration of Dogs in the Pyrenees, an international gathering of dog lovers in the Pyrenees. Contest 4 races and over 400 dogs of Argelès-Gazost Thermal Park. 15 participating nations, 10,000 spectators. Village Gourmet and traditional. Exhibitions, folk songs and dances. Entertainment for children. Free admission.

• Parks and Zoos:

• The Dungeon of Eagles Beaucens. You will discover in the privileged framework of a feudal castle, with a view over the valley Argelès-Gazost the largest collection of birds of prey around the world through a renowned wildlife spectacle.
• Tropical Aquarium of the Pyrenees Pierrefitte Nestalas: Unique place in the Pyrenees, the Tropical Aquarium invites you to visit a living museum with a multicolored fairyland of tropical fish. In 60 Aquariums, you can discover more than 1500 fish representing 200 species.

• Activities: Skiing - Snowshoeing - Hiking - Paragliding - Sports Whitewater-MTB - Accrobranche - Horseback riding - Quad.
• Recreation:

• The greenway Gaves: cycling 26 km from Lourdes Cauterets.
• The Mountain Hautacam Luge: Luge any season.

City from the park Argelès-Gazost		City of Argelès-Gazost
Rose Garden Waterfall - Argelès-Gazost		Argelès-Gazost Park
Tourist Office Argelès-Gazost		Fountain Vieuzac - Argelès-Gazost
Cascade		Arms of the City
Small watermill

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 4°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 6°C

Friday 17 February Day Night Min. -4°C - Max. 6°C

Sarl grand hotel de france la bergerie Pierrefitte-Nestalas The retaurant the sheep, traditional cuisine, grilled and gril. Cadre convivial. Aux beautiful day service on the terrace overlooking the Pyrenees. Located 5.5 km from Argelès-Gazost From 10 € to 25 € per person

A la croix de malte Lourdes Hotel restaurant pension discover a framework where the atmosphere is pleasant smiling. Good food and smile are in the spotlight 10 mns from the sanctuaries of Lourdes. Located 10.8 km from Argelès-Gazost From 10 € to 30 € per person

Brasserie La belle Epoque Lourdes Restarant Le Parc and Brasserie La Belle Epoque both equipped with air conditioning. Our chef proposes a gastronomic card with a large choise of local and traditional dishes which satisfy... Located 11.5 km from Argelès-Gazost From 10 € to 45 € per person

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La Maison de Béatrice     9.5 Arcizans-Avant New house, hemp and wood, built with respect for the environment, in a quiet village with views of the peaks. Mountain scenery, warm atmosphere, everything has been planned for your... Located 2 km from Argelès-Gazost 82 € the double room

Chalet vallees des gaves     9.8 Adast Beautiful house at the beginning of 1900 in a classified, ideal site to visit the biggest sites of the Hautes-Pyrénées (near lourdes, cauterets - pont d'espagne, gavarnie, pic du midi)... Located 3.5 km from Argelès-Gazost 70 € the double room

Maison ''las vignes''     9.7 Beaucens 15 minutes from Lourdes and inside the valley gaves you will receive by Aline and Adrien educator raptors to keep the aigles. Lieu ideal for rooms ressourcer. 3. each equipped with... Located 4.9 km from Argelès-Gazost From 50 € to 53 € the double room

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Marjolaine - huhert Lau-Balagnas In a beautiful setting on the banks of the Gave du Val d'Azun: Near the ski resorts (Hautacam, Cauterets, Val d'Azun, Bareges, Luz Ardiden) : In the area: Lake of the mountain streams,... Located 790 m from Argelès-Gazost From 250 € to 360 € per week

Gîte  SPECIAL OFFER Arcizans-Avant Barn housed in a medium mountain village to 3 km from Argeles-Gazost can accommodate 8 people. Located 1.9 km from Argelès-Gazost From 600 € to 800 € per week

Maison à 3 km d'Argelès Gazost   8 Arcizans-Avant Detached house of 800 sq quiet garden for lovers of nature in a mountain village, near Argeles Gazost (3 km). Located 1.9 km from Argelès-Gazost From 350 € to 500 € per week

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Camping Azun Nature     9.4 Aucun In full heart of the Pyrenees, with 865 m of altitude, we propose to. you various formulas of lodging near the most imposing sites and of. the national park of the Pyrenees. Located 7.7 km from Argelès-Gazost From 12.60 € to 13.50 € per day

Camping Pyrénées Natura     9.6   SPECIAL OFFER Estaing In a green, camping Pyrenees Natura welcomes you on large sites for tents and caravans, camper pitches and rental of mobile home. Many services available on site to facilitate your... Located 9.5 km from Argelès-Gazost From 16.50 € to 25 € per day

Camping Cabaliros     9.1 Cauterets Stéphanie, Frédéric and thier children welcome you to their 2 star campsite, in Cauterets in the Hautes-Pyrénées, on one of the 100 spaces or in mobile home accommodation, for a relaxing,... Located 11.3 km from Argelès-Gazost From 12.80 € to 14.20 € per day

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Arrieulat, Auberges Des Pyrénées      8.5 Argelès-Gazost Arrieulat enjoys a perfect location 13 kilometres south of Lourdes, at the crossroads of the Lavedan valleys, on the road to the Aubisque, Soulor and Tourmalet passes. With its pretty... Located in Argelès-Gazost Room from 55 €

Logis Hotel Les Cimes      7.1 Argelès-Gazost Les Cimes is located in the Vallée des Gaves, a 10-minute walk from the town centre and 14 kilometres from Lourdes. It offers a heated indoor pool and a Jacuzzi. Rooms at the Logis... Located in Argelès-Gazost Room from 64 €

Soleil Levant      8.1 Argelès-Gazost Soleil Levant offers comfortable rooms and is ideally situated near the ski station in the centre of Argelès-Gazost. This friendly hotel features a pretty garden and a charming restaurant.... Located in Argelès-Gazost Room from 47 €

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