Activity Snapshot
Activity description
Discover some superb Pyrenean mountain lakes on a guided hike in the Néouvielle massif, near Gavarnie-Gèdre!
Renowned for its many lakes and breathtaking scenery, the Néouvielle massif is a not-to-be-missed hiking area near Gavarnie-Gèdre in the Pyrénées. Reaching its highest point at 3,192 meters with the Pic Long, it offers hiking itineraries that the guides from the Bureau Montagne Caminando are looking forward to helping you discover!
Your guided hike to the lakes of the Néouvielle massif will take you between the chain of lakes of Dets Coubous and Madamète, as well as to a superb viewpoint over the lakes of Oule and Aumar. You will also discover other lakes in the Néouvielle massif, with the help of a guide who knows the site inside out. You will be walking for around 6 hours in total, with a positive difference in altitude ranging from 800 to 1,000 meters: make sure you have good shoes before joining your guide for this incredible hike in the Néouvielle massif!
If you are a lover of mountain landscapes, nature and mountain walking, don't hesitate for a second to book your guided hike in the lakes of the Néouvielle massif!
Guided hike in the Néouvielle massif with an effective walking time of around 6 hours and a positive difference in altitude of 800 to 1,000 meters
Course of events
- Meeting point at the Bureau Montagne Caminando or pick-up by the guide if you are on the road between Cauterets and Gavarnie (to be arranged with the guide once the booking has been confirmed)
- Car journey with the guide to the starting point of the hike
- Start of the hike with approximately 6 hours of active walking, punctuated by a lunch break
- End of the hike and return by car to the base (the guide will drop you off on the way if you wish)
Activity requirements
You need to be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.
If you have any health problems, please let us know at the time of booking.
A minimum number of 4 participants is required for this activity to take place.
Special terms
This activity is weather-dependent. If the weather does not allow for the activity to take place, we will contact you to reschedule or receive a full refund.
Please note that the exact duration and itinerary of the activity are also weather-dependent and may be subject to change if the guide deems it necessary.
Once your booking has been confirmed, you can contact the guide if you would like to take advantage of the pick-up service between Cauterets and Gavarnie (subject to availability).
- Certified mountain guide
- Transfer between Cauterets and Gavarnie
- Hiking shoes
- Waterproof jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Hat
- Backpack
- Bottle of water
- Picnic lunch
- Snacks
