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Ski Resorts of the Atlantic Pyrenees

 La Pierre St Martin  

Gourette


Altitude 1400 to 2400 m
Snow kingdom resort full of magic summit runs and panoramic views.  For all skiing enthusiasts alike, from the top of the slopes to the village, a winter lover's delight. 90 hectars for 28 runs: 8 green, 7 blue, 12 red and one black. 19 ski lifts: 2 cable cars, 6 chair lifts, 11 ski tows and a snow park accessible by ski lift. There are also 2 centres of instruction. 50 snow canons operate from the end of November to the end of April.
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La Pierre St Martin Chalets 
La-Pierre-Saint-Martin

Altitude 1600-2150 m
Charming French resort in an exceptional setting, prepare to indulge yourself in the winter spirit. It's impossible to resist the cosy atmosphere and welcoming hospitality.  Well adapted for first timers there are designated areas to launch off into the great white world of snow sports. For beginners and professionals alike, there are thrilling mountain rides awaiting…18 runs: 4 green, 8 blue, 5 red and 1 black. 16 ski lifts: 5 chair lifts, 11 ski tows. Offering a special area for children, a surf park and boarders crossing and guaranteed snow with 45 high-pressure snow makers… 
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Artouste

Altitude 1650-2200 m
With a unique view of l'Ossau, the resort is the hub of modern snow sports. New destination for those looking for untouched slopes and powdery rides. With challenging snow parks, boardercrosses, a thrilling quarter-pipe and a daring half-pipe the Artouste resort fulfils its promise…an experience of pure adrenaline. 15 runs: 1 green, 8 blue, 5 red and one black. 10     lifts: 3 chair lifts, 1 cable car, 6 ski lifts.
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Discover our 3 Nordic Ski Resorts (cross-country and snowshoe trekking)



ArtousteIssarbe

1400-1500m
Situated among panoramic ridges opposite the Pic d'Anie, Issarbe offers a gorgeous natural environment with a fabulously charming hospitality. Activities include: sledding, trekking, skiing, motor vehicle excursions as well as dog sledding!  For 9 runs there are 31km.  Beginners and professionals alike will enjoy these powdery rides!  Take advantage of the calm atmosphere and enjoy the beautiful sites.
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Somport

Altitude 1600-1700m
Located in the heart of Pyrenees National park and on the borders of Spain, Somport is extraordinarily rich in flora and fauna.  During the winter, the ski station offers abundant snow activities to fit all tastes.  There are 34km for 9 runs (white to black). After a long day out, relax in one of the two saunas located at the station centre.
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Iraty

Altitude 1200-1500 m
Placed in one of the most beautiful and vast forestlands of France (5000 hectars), Iraty offers breathtaking views of the magnificent Haute Soule mountains and the Ossau and Aspe valleys.  Only a two hour drive from the Basque coast the station is filled with charming chalets and a positively marvelous ambiance.  Plenty of nordic activities are proposed along with the more common ski and snowboard options.  There are 35 km for 4 runs.  There is also a sledding area for the children and adults alike!
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