Camino de Santiago: Hike the beginning of the famed Camino de Santiago on this nearly 15-mile trek from Saint Jean Pied de Port in France to Roncesvalles in Spain.Despite the high elevation, the hike has only about 2,297 feet of elevation gain. Cagire Loop: A 6.8-mile loop trail over some of the Pyrenees' highest peaks-including Pic de I'Escalette (6,089 feet), Sommet de Pique Poque (6,227 feet) and Pic de Caigre (6,273 feet), the Caigre Loop offers unparalleled views of the region.There are a few hikes that will get you there, including this 4.9-mile, moderately challenging loop trail. On its eastern side, La Grande Cascade de Gavarnie-Europe's tallest waterfall-dives 1,385 feet down two tiers, while Mont Perdu, Marboré Peak, and Taillon border the cirque. Cirque de Gavarnie: The Cirque de Gavarnie, a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated in the national park, is a crescent-shaped, three-terraced cliff face that's 5,577 feet tall and 2.5 miles wide (writer Victor Hugo called it "the colosseum of nature").The views here are no short of dramatic: Surrounded by craggy mountains, the lake reflects an imposing mirror image of the 10,820-foot Pic du Vignemale, the tallest peak in the Pyrenees. Gaube Lake via Pont d'Espagne: Located in the Pyrenees National Park, this moderately challenging, 5-mile loop trail passes waterfalls and meadows en route to Gaube Lake.Perfectly suited for families, hikers of all skill levels are welcome. Tour of Lake Génos-Loudenvielle: This 1.6-mile loop trail, near the village of Loudenvielle, promises lovely lake views.It contains part of the GR10 hiking route which runs for 434 miles (700 kilometers) through the Pyrenees from coast to coast. Hike the Parc National des Pyrénées: Created in 1967 to protect the Pyrenees from tourist developments of ski resorts, car parks, accommodation, and more, the Pyrenees National Park is a great natural habitat for wildlife.
For a real treat, book the nighttime experience to see the sunset, stargaze from the summit, spend the night, and wake up for sunrise from the mountain peak. Look down on the world from the pure air of Pic de Midi de Bigorre at 9,438 feet (2,877 meters). From the ski resort of La Mongie, take the 15-minute ride in a cable car to the summit, where you can see 186 miles (300 kilometers) of Pyrenees summits between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Considered heretics by the church, the last Cathars held out against Catholic persecutors in the 13th century in this castle before eventually surrendering. The Cathars who once lived in this area disavowed the Catholic Church in favor of a more simplistic and humble lifestyle. The best beaches are the Grande Plage, followed by Plage Marbella and Plage de la Côte des Basques. Biarritz is the main city of the French Basque Country and a destination for surfers. Travel Tip: Most travelers who want a European mountain adventure go directly to the Alps, but the Pyrenees are an under-the-radar option with amazing landscapes, fascinating villages, and at a fraction of the price of the Alps.During the winter, many ski resorts arrange transportation from the nearest big cities so travelers can get to the mountains. Getting Around: The Pyrenees stretch across a huge area of 310 miles from the Bay of Biscay to the Mediterranean Sea, and traveling from place to place is best done in your own vehicle.Currency: The currency used all around the Pyrenees, regardless of whether you're in France, Spain, or Andorra, is the euro.In small villages around the Pyrenees, you'll also find locals who speak Aragonese and Occitan. On the eastern side of the Pyrenees, many locals in France and Spain also speak Catalan, while on the western side of the Pyrenees is French Basque Country. You can expect most people on the French side to speak French and on the Spanish side to speak Spanish, but in Andorra the main language is Catalan. Language: The Pyrenees straddle three different countries and multiple cultures, so the language spoken shifts based on where you are, but the main languages are French, Spanish, Catalan, and Basque.In November, most local places close down because it's the slowest month for tourism, so think twice before going in November. The ski resorts open their doors in winter and early spring, while late spring is when the wildflowers come into bloom and bring pops of color to the already breathtaking landscape.
The warm weather lasts through fall but with far fewer crowds.
Summer is one of the busiest times, but comfortably warm mountain temperatures are great for hiking.
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