Grand Tourmalet - Directory

The Grand Tourmalet ski area is located in the French Pyrenees. Specifically, it is situated in the Hautes-Pyrénées department in the Occitanie region of France. The ski area spans two main villages: Bareges and La Mongie. These villages serve as the base for visitors exploring the slopes and enjoying winter activities in the Grand Tourmalet ski area.

The closest airports are located in Pau, approximately 1.5 hours away, and Ossun (Tarbes/Lourdes), about 45 minutes away. Toulouse and Biarritz can be reached by car within 2.5 hours. The nearest train station to Bareges & La Mongie is situated in Lourdes.

The ski and snowboarding season at Grand Tourmalet typically runs from December to April, but the exact timing can vary depending on weather conditions and snowfall.

Yes, snow is real in the Grand Tourmalet ski area. The region experiences winter weather conditions that bring natural snowfall, creating the necessary snow cover for skiing and snowboarding. The ski season in Grand Tourmalet typically aligns with the winter months, from December to April, when temperatures are low enough for the formation and maintenance of snow.

In addition to natural snow, ski resorts often use snowmaking machines with 95 % of the slopes having snow-making capabilities to enhance and supplement the snow cover on the slopes, especially during periods with less natural snowfall.

The Grand Tourmalet ski area offers a variety of accommodation options to cater to the needs of visitors. The two main villages serving the ski area, Bareges, and La Mongie, provide a range of lodging choices like hotels, apartments, chalets, and other holiday home rentals.
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Grand Tourmalet has ski rental shops where you can rent ski and snowboard equipment. The resort also offers ski schools and instructors for lessons, catering to beginners and those looking to improve their skills.

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Grand Tourmalet Ski Resort does not offer on-site childcare facilities and services.