The Pyrenees Articles

Snowshoeing holidays in Spain

Snowshoeing in the sunshine!

A memorable week of snowshoeing in the Pyrenees. After bad weather for most of the winter, our group hit lucky with wall to wall sunshine this week! Routes explored Canal Roya, Ibón de Estanés and the mountains around Portalet, with Pablo and David guiding the group across a very snowy Pyrenees.

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What do we do in winter?

What do we do in winter?

Winter in the Pyrenees is far from quiet. From snowshoe guiding and avalanche training to route planning and designing new itineraries, discover what the Hike Pyrenees team does behind the scenes.

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How to travel from London to Lourdes and Gavarnie by train

How to travel from London to Lourdes and Gavarnie by train

Travelling from London to the French Pyrenees by train to hike in the dramatic cirque of Gavarnie, is a relaxed way to reach the Pyrenees, avoiding flying and taking in the French scenery on the way. You can travel from London to Lourdes in a day, and from there the exc…

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Snowshoeing holiday in the Pyrenees

Sunshine or Snow? We’ve both covered

The mountains of the Pyrenees are stunning whatever the season. This week we've seen the beautiful autumn colours covered with the first snowfall of the winter and everyone is now itching to get their skis and snowshoes on! Whether you prefer the mountains glistening...

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Ordesa National Park

Bus timetable for Ordesa – summer 2025

Nestled in the heart of the Spanish Pyrenees, Ordesa National Park is a true gem for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. A UNESCO World Heritage site with dramatic limestone cliffs, cascading waterfalls, lush forests and huge biodiversity. Most hikes start at la Parder…

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