Resort Description
Located at the foot of the Bigorre region's "Pic du Midi", La Mongie is a genuine paradise for ramblers and lovers of unspoiled countryside.
The resort is located a maximum of 1 hour 30 mins away from some of the most famous sites in the Pyrenees (the Pic du Midi, the Pyrenees National Park, Lourdes, etc.). The famous spa resort of Bagnères de Bigorre is nearby. Enjoy a full range of activities and trips in a spectacular natural environment.
The surrounding area
An encounter with nature:
- Payolle (30 minutes away by car), the Aspin pass, the Chiroulet, the "Cirque de Gavarnie" and the starting point for the "Brêche de Roland" (1 hour 30 mins away by car).
- Lourdes (50 km away) and the Les Gaves valley, Bagnères and the Upper Adour valley.
- Saint Lary (1 hour 30 mins away by road) and Spain (2 hours 30 mins away by road) via the Aragouet Tunnel.
- Accessible by motorway: Biarritz and San Sebastian, 2 hours 30 mins away by road.
- Tasting local delicacies at the Le Barran farm in Pouzac.
Heritage and tradition
- The "Conservatoire Botanique Pyrénéen" (Pyrenean Botanical Conservatory) in Bagnères de Bigorre .
- The Médous caves in Bagnères de Bigorre.
- The "Cycloscope": a site offering an intelligent, fun way to discover the fascinating world of bicycles, in Gerde .
- The Labastide caves .
- The "Maison Gabrielle" (Gabrielle House) in Lesponne: an unusual trip back in time to see an old-style shop.
- Visit the house where Dominique Larrey was born in Beaudéan (7 km from Bagnères): discover the life of one of the Bigorre's most famous sons.
- The Escaladieu Cistercian abbey (15 km from Bagnères).
- The Château de Mauvezin (15 km from Bagnères).
- “Terre et Feu” workshop (pottery and ceramic)
- In Bagnos le haut, discover an other culture on an arranged site with Mongolia traditional habitation.
Sports and leisure
Hiking and mountaineering
- Medium- and high mountain hiking sessions spanning several days (orienteering, adventure trail etc.). Climbing. "Aventures en Pyrénées".
- Hiking and rambling with the “Club Alpin Français”.
- Climbing, ascents, long-distance trips, crossing the Pyrenees (day-long sessions and courses). “Pyrénées Expérience”.
Water sports
- "Centre de Bien-Être Aquensis" (Aquensis health and fitness centre): a new fitness centre in Bagnères with swimming pool, sauna and hammam, etc.
- The "Grands Thermes" in Bagnères: the largest spa facility in the Upper Pyrenees region with more than 8000 visitors for spa treatments.
- "Les Thermes de la Reine" (spa centre) in Bagnères, approved by all health and medical funds. 3-week treatment sessions.
- Canoeing-kayaking: enjoy a wide range of still water or white water activities at Bagnères.
- Canyoning. "Aventures en Pyrénées".
- Canyoning. "Pyrénées Expérience".
- "Pêche Sportive Pyrénées" (Pyrenees sports fishing) at Campan.
Other activities
- At Bagnères-de-Bigorre (25 km): A visit around the town is organised (lasting an hour and a half) on the first Thursday of every month, from March to November (inclusive).
- Adventure trail with 19 different courses including rope bridges, monkey bridges, via ferrata, etc.
"Vertige de l'Adour" and Accrobranche: "Les Accro Pyrénées".
- Mountain biking at the Haute Bigorre mountain bike centre (a site covered by the FFC label).
- Public riding centre: pony club, horse riding, riding school.
- Basque pelota– Tel: 05 62 95 14 17
- Tennis: 7 courts (2 indoor) lessons and courses. Open every day.
- The Bigorre golf course, 18-hole: 5920 m, driving range (3 km from Bagnères).
- Bagnères Casino
- The "Le Maintenon" cinema
- Concerts in Bagnères with: Harmonie Bagneraise and Chanteurs et Danseurs des deux ponts
Resort Fêtes and events
At Bagnères de Bigorre :
August: night-time markets
Late July: the Gavarnie Festival - a major open air theatre and musical event.
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