Let yourself be carried away by a “Very Cauterets” Spring…the emerging colours of our mountain landscapes, lakes, hiking and sporting activities, freshly awakened after a long sleep in the snow, the fragrance of the first mountain flowers… It’s good to recharge your batteries and enjoy a break in the fresh air: relaxation in thermal water and a big bowl of nature on the programme.
in spring
enjoy the village
Whether you’re with family or friends, taking the waters, hiking or just about anything else, Spring is an ideal time to enjoy Cauterets before the usual summer rush!
Our shops
Restaurants, bars, delicatessens, cheeses, confectionery and much more: make the most of your stay to savour the riches of our terroir by taking advantage of the expertise of local traders!
our homes
Would you like to visit the region and are looking for accommodation? In Cauterets, you’ll find the right accommodation for you, and the perfect base for your expeditions!
OUR HERITAGE
Cauterets also has a railway station, an esplanade and unique architecture, shaped by its history of thermal baths. Discover this unique heritage and travel back in time!
in spring
(re)discover the mountains
Whether it’s your first visit to Cauterets or your hundredth, the mountains here always have a special flavour, and here are our best routes for (re)discovering them!
hiking or walking around the village?
Around the village, a multitude of walks and short hikes allow you to discover Cauterets in a different way. Between forests, waterfalls and panoramic views of the peaks, each trail reveals a new face of the valley. Whether you’ve got an hour or an afternoon ahead of you, these accessible itineraries promise a wonderful nature break just a stone’s throw from the centre.
heading for lake gaube?
Discover the emerald-green waters of Lac de Gaube, where the Vignemale, the highest peak in the French Pyrenees, is reflected.
The lake is easily accessible: by chairlift, followed by a 15-minute walk, or on foot from the Pont d’Espagne via the GR10, in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The path starts just before the famous Pont d’Espagne waterfall.
OPENING OF THE GONDOLA LIFT AND CHAIRLIFT :
From 8 to 11 May, then from 24 May.
in spring
experience unusual moments
Spring is also the perfect time to enjoy some unusual experiences, so check out our selection of the best things to do!
01
An outdoor escape game?
Take up the challenge of an outdoor escape game for 1 to 4 players! With family or friends, discover the village while solving one of the 4 available escape games.
02
Marmot walk
Take the whole family to meet the marmots in their natural environment. Accompanied by a guide, you’ll learn all about their way of life through the seasons, and be able to observe them discreetly using a specially adapted spyglass.
03
Siesta with the bees
The return of spring means the return of the bees. The Pavillon des Abeilles in Cauterets is the temple of bee wellbeing. On site, you can discover the products of the hive: honey as well as cosmetics, but also take some time for yourself and recharge your batteries with a nap with the bees. In a room above the hives, you can relax for 50 minutes and enjoy the natural benefits of bees.
04
Via ferrata on the heights of Cauterets
Looking for a thrill? Enjoy over a kilometre of zip lines and suspended courses in the heart of the mountains. As a bonus, you’ll have a breathtaking view of the Cauterets valley.
05
Spring botanical walk
Discover the wild, edible and medicinal plants of the Pyrenees. You’ll be picking, observing and even tasting them…. A colourful, accessible walk of around 4 hours awaits you to make the most of spring.
06
Rafting “Like a Desman in the water
This descent of the Gave de Pau takes you on a journey of discovery of a small river dweller: the Pyrenean Desman, a discreet and endemic mammal. Signs line the route to reveal its secrets!
An original way to learn more about aquatic life!
07
The waterfalls trail
Take a walk along a trail past some of the valley’s most beautiful waterfalls. A refreshing walk, where water, rock and vegetation offer a grandiose backdrop. The path is accessible and easy to walk, ideal for lovers of beautiful scenery and walking.
other cauterising inspirations
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