Where to go snowshoeing in Cauterets? Discover the magic of the Pyrenean winter with a snowshoe hike to the Pont d’Espagne, one of the most beautiful winter walks in Cauterets. This trail, which is accessible to all, plunges you into the heart of the Pyrenees National Park for an unforgettable nature experience.
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A snowshoe trail in the heart of the Pyrenees
The Pont d’Espagne snowshoe trail is a safe, signposted 6-kilometre walk. This family-friendly loop takes you along the Gave de Cauterets, between snow-covered fir trees and frozen waterfalls, in the unspoilt setting of the Pyrenees National Park.
Snowshoe itinerary
- Distance: 6 km loop
- Level: easy, accessible to all
- Start: entrance to the Pont d’Espagne site
- Purple markings: secure, signposted route
The Clot plateau: gateway to the Marcadau valley: this stage takes you into the Marcadau valley, with its unspoilt panoramas and snow-covered high mountain landscapes.
The Cayan Plateau: a little taste of Canada in the Pyrenees: The route takes you to the Cayan Plateau(1 hour’s walk). This plateau is reminiscent of Canadian wide-open spaces right in the heart of the French Pyrenees.
For fans of long snowshoe hikes, extend your route to the Marcadau refuge. This 2 hour 30 minutes one-way extension takes you to the largest refuge in the Pyrenees. A complete mountain experience.
The Marcadau refuge offers a comforting stopover, with meals and accommodation available. This option turns your snowshoe walk into a real mountain adventure, perfect for a getaway with friends or a memorable family outing in the Pyrenees National Park.
Guided snowshoe outings in Cauterets
Discover the mountains in winter with our professional guides. Every week, the Cauterets mountain guides offer you supervised snowshoe outings: nature walks, sporting routes, or themed hikes such as the unmissable “raclette/snowshoe”.
In complete safety, enjoy adapted itineraries (Lake Gaube is not recommended in winter) and enjoy an authentic experience in the Pyrenees with our mountain professionals.
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