Snowshoeing hike in Cauterets to the Cardinquère peaks

Activity Snapshot

Spoken languages: French
Minimum age: From 10 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
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Activity description

Want to discover the Pyrenees? Get ready for a sporty snowshoeing hike in Cauterets to the Cardinquère peaks!

Combine a sporting activity with a challenging hike and spectacular views. During this hike, you'll be accompanied by an experienced mountain guide. Get off to a gentle start on your trip to Cauterets with the first few kilometres being easy. Then you'll start climbing into the heart of the mountains, with almost 1000m of ascent. The first climb will take you through a fir forest, where you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains and the natural beauty of the valleys.

Cross magnificent landscapes between snow-capped mountains, forests and lakes. This sporty snowshoe hike will give you the chance to admire the peaks of the Cardinquère crests. Starting from the Pont d'Espagne and its impressive waterfalls, you'll cross some magnificent natural landscapes that will take you to the Embarrat lakes and then the Marcadau Valley, right in the heart of the Pyrenees National Park!

This snowshoeing hike in Cauterets in the heart of the Hautes-Pyrénées is an opportunity to combine sport and discovery: a demanding route awaits you, and you'll be able to see some of the highest peaks in the French Pyrenees, such as Vignemale and Grande Fâche!

Try a snowshoeign hike in Cauterets, where you'll discover magnificent natural landscapes in the heart of the Pyrenean mountains!

Course of events

- Meeting with the guide at the local in Cauterets

- Transfer by car pool to the Pont d'Espagne in Cauterets (20 minutes approximately)

- Beginning of the hike to the Cardinquère peaks, with short breaks to enjoy the surroundings

- Back to the starting point

Activity requirements

This activty is guaranteed from 4 registered participants.

Special terms

Snowshoes and poles can be hired on site for €6.50.

Included
  • Mountain guide
  • RCP insurance
  • Warm drink
Excluded
  • Snowshoes and poles (€6.50 for rent)
Do not forget to bring
  • Adapted walking shoes
  • Warm clothing (ski type, polar...)
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Warm and waterproof pants (if possible)
  • Hat, gloves
  • Sunglasses
  • Water
  • Picnic lunch and snacks
100% secure payments
by credit card or Paypal
Meeting point
5 Avenue du Général Leclerc, 65110 Cauterets – the small premises with the sign, between "les Halles" and "Carrefour Montagne" Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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Rando raquettes malgré la période de faible enneigement