This winter, the Pyrenees are stepping up their efforts to appeal to winter sports fans, with resorts that are modernising and adapting to skiers' needs. Between major innovations, ambitious investments and new experiences, resorts such as Gourette, Grand Tourmalet and Luz-Ardiden are reinventing themselves to offer unforgettable holidays.
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Discover the assets of five emblematic resorts that will put the Pyrenees at the top of your wish list this winter.
Gourette: a major transformation
A pioneer of Pyrenean skiing, Gourette is continuing its metamorphosis with massive investment. This year, the resort's centre of gravity has risen to 1,600 metres, with the addition of two new lifts, the Cotch gondola and the Sarrière chairlift. These innovations will enable skiers to move from one sector to another without having to come back down to the village, making the runs smoother and more accessible.
Grand Tourmalet: a climb towards new horizons
With the new Les Quatre Termes chairliftThe Grand Tourmalet chairlift links 1,200 skiers an hour to its summit at an altitude of 2,500 metres. This chairlift opens up new routes for off-piste and ski touring, as well as serving the iconic Quatre Termes piste, renowned for its quality snow cover.
Luz-Ardiden: a red carpet for beginners
This season, Luz-Ardiden is celebrating its fiftieth anniversary in style, with three days of festivities and the installation of a wide, fast conveyor belt. Perfect for beginner skiers, it guarantees a smooth and safe introduction.
Piau-Engaly: Nordic sports take centre stage
Known for its contemporary architecture, Piau-Engaly is offering two new Nordic itineraries accessible to skiers and walkers. The "Horizon" route offers a 1.3 km panoramic walk, while "La Pause enneigée" is 2 km long and leads to a snack bar at altitude.
Luchon-Superbagnères: the mountains within easy reach
This season's new flagship lift, the Crémaillère Express, links Bagnères-de-Luchon to the Superbagnères plateau in just eight minutes. With its 58 modern cabins, this valley lift transports 2,000 people an hour over 1,200 metres of ascent, offering fast, comfortable access to the slopes.
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