Cauterets Ski Resort Guide
Cauterets, France
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| Recommended For | Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 35km |
| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
| Resort Height | 1,750m |
| Nearest Airports | Lourdes and Pau |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Cauterets
Cauterets is a charming ski resort nestled in the French Pyrenees. It offers a blend of stunning scenery and diverse skiing opportunities for all levels.
Summary
Cauterets boasts around 36 kilometers of ski pistes, catering to beginners and advanced skiers alike. The resort's beautiful alpine setting is complemented by a vibrant village atmosphere, making it perfect for families and friends.
The ski area of Cauterets is in the French Pyrenees at an altitude of 1,750m, with 35km of marked runs.
Cauterets has direct access to 35km of downhill skiing, with 25 marked pistes, served by a total of 21 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,750m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,500m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Cauterets is 6km long.
Snow and Weather
Cauterets typically enjoys a solid snow depth of around 100 cm for most of the winter season, with reliable snowfall ensuring good skiing conditions. For the latest snow reports and updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.
When will it snow in Cauterets?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Cauterets.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Cauterets Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 9 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 9 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 5 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 35km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 36km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 21 | |
Cauterets Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
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| Resort Altitude (Cauterets) | 1,750m |
| Lowest Piste | 1,300m |
| Max Vertical | 1,200m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The ski area of Cauterets lies at an elevation of 1,400 meters, reaching up to 2,450 meters at the top of the skiable terrain. Notable pistes include the long runs of the ‘Lac de Gaube’ and ‘Pierre St Martin’, while lifts like the 'Lys' and 'Cirque du Lys' ensure efficient access to the slopes.
Cauterets offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find excitement at Cauterets, especially in the dedicated terrain park located in the Cirque du Lys area. With features catering to various skill levels, it's a great spot to hone tricks and enjoy the snow.
Location and Map
Where is Cauterets?
This ski resort is in the French Pyrenees in Argelès-Gazost, Hautes-Pyrénées.
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Cauterets is Lourdes, 46 minutes drive away.
Pau, Biarritz, Toulouse, San Sebastián and Carcassonne airports are all within three hours drive.
Lourdes is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Cauterets is easily accessible from major airports such as Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées and Toulouse. Travelers can reach the resort via car or bus, with scenic routes through the Pyrenees enhancing the journey.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 21 ski lifts are able to uplift 8,100 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, with 11 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Cauterets open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is late November, and usual closing is Late April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Talking about Cauterets
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Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, unwind at local favorites like 'Le Café de Paris' or 'La Grange', known for their lively atmospheres and après-ski offerings. For night owls, the nightclub 'L'Atelier' provides an energetic setting to dance the night away.
