AROUND AND ABOUT
Surroundings to die for…
Chez Pierre d'Agos is in the perfect location, near the region's best-loved sights: Gavarnie, Tourmalet, the Pic du Midi, Lourdes, Pont d'Espagne, Hautacam; the list goes on... And there's plenty to do here too, including skiing, hiking, recreational spas, rafting and cycling.
For all the family, couples and groups of friends, there's something for everyone through the different seasons!
Spring and summer
Take off and explore on foot or by bike
Chez Pierre d'Agos Hotel and Restaurant is at the gateway to the Pibeste-Aoulhet Massif Regional Nature Reserve. Covering more than 5,100 hectares, this is the largest nature reserve in mainland France and the perfect starting point for valley rambles and mountain hikes.At the hotel we are always on hand to help you with information and tips about local walks, guides and excursions.
The Tour de France came through here on the 18th stage of the race (Lourdes-Hautacam) on 20th July 2022.
Our hotel is in the perfect location for road racers! From the door, cyclists can ride some 20 routes including the legendary Pyrenean cols of Tourmalet, Soulor, Aubisque, Luz Ardiden and Hautacam.
Plenty for the children to do
Parc Animalier des Pyrénées: ranked France's one of the best zoo/park, the Parc Animalier des Pyrénées is at Argelès-Gazost in the very heart of the Pyrenees Mountains. The 14-hectare grounds are home to more than 100 species of wild animals.
Chloro'fil Aerial Adventure Park: unforgettable thrills for all the family in safe surroundings (suitable for ages 4 and up).
Recreational and treatment spas
Relax and indulge yourself at one of the many recreational and treatment spas just a short hop from Chez Pierre d'Agos Hotel and Restaurant
Cauterets: Les Bains des Rochers
Bagnères de Bigorre: Aquensis
Luz Saint Sauveur: Luzéa
Argelès-Gazost: Le Jardin des Bains. This is both a recreational spa and a spa treatment centre specialising in ENT and phlebology (vein) treatments.
Outdoor sports
Rafting and canoeing with local companies Ecolorado and Gaves Sauvages
Pony trekking and horse riding from Le Bourdalat riding centre just 4 km from the hotel
And also religious and cultural sightseeing and excursions
The 'Great Tourist Sites in Midi-Pyrénées': Gavarnie, Pont d'Espagne, Lourdes
Picturesque Pyrenean villages in the surrounding area
Colourful local markets, including Argelès-Gazost market every Tuesday.
Autumn and winter
Skiing variety and freedom
There are no fewer than 3 ski resorts less than 35 minutes from Chez Pierre d'Agos Hotel and Restaurant!
Val d'Azun: 20 minutes away (nordic centre for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing)
Hautacam: 35 minutes away (alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledging and skijoring)
Cauterets: 35 minutes away (alpine skiing and cross-country skiing)
And also,
Gavarnie-Gèdre: 60 minutes away. Gavarnie-Gèdre is a Unesco World Heritage Site (alpine skiing, free cross-country trails in the Cirque de Gavarnie, a 555m² ice skating rink and bobsled run)
Luz Ardiden Saint Sauveur: 60 minutes away (alpine skiing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing)
Grand Tourmalet ski area, via Barèges or La Mongie: 60 minutes away (alpine skiing, boardercross, table tops, big airs, rails and a fun zone suitable for all ages).
Recreational spas
The town of Argelès-Gazost will very soon be getting its own recreational spa centre!
Also within easy reach from Chez Pierre d'Agos Hotel and Restaurant:
Cauterets : Les Bains des Rochers
Bagnères de Bigorre: Aquensis, Cité des Eaux
Luz Saint Sauveur: Espace Luzéa
Argelès-Gazost: Le Jardin des Bains, with L'institut beauty and massage centre
And also religious and cultural sightseeing and excursions
The 'Great Tourist Sites in Midi-Pyrénées': Gavarnie, Pont d'Espagne, Lourdes
Picturesque Pyrenean villages in the surrounding area
Colourful local markets, including Argelès-Gazost market every Tuesday.
