Tourmalet Ski Resort Guide
Tourmalet, France
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| Recommended For | Beginners and Snowboarders. |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
| Lowest Lift | 1,250m |
| Nearest Airports | Lourdes and Pau |
| Save on Ski Hire | Save up to 50%  |
Tourmalet
Tourmalet is a premier ski resort in the French Pyrenees. It offers diverse terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Summary
Tourmalet boasts over 100 kilometers of ski slopes, including the famous La Mongie and Barèges areas. With its high elevation and stunning views, it provides a memorable skiing experience.
The ski area of Tourmalet comprises the ski slopes of Barèges and La Mongie.
The ski area includes 2 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 138 marked pistes, served by a total of 43 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in either of the ski areas of Barèges and La Mongie.
With ski lifts as high as 2,500m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Snow and Weather
Tourmalet typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski for updates on snowfall and conditions.
When will it snow in Tourmalet?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Tourmalet.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Tourmalet Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 10 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 40 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 41 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 47 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 43 | |
Tourmalet Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,500m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,250m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
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| Beginners | |
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Skiing
The resort features the Pic du Midi, reaching an elevation of 2,877 meters, with ski areas that include La Mongie and Barèges. Notable pistes include the challenging black run, La Combe, and the accessible blue run, Les Granges, served by the Télésiège du Turon lift.
Tourmalet offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders can enjoy diverse terrain with several parks, including the Fun Zone and the Boardercross track. These areas cater to different skill levels and provide a fun atmosphere for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Tourmalet?
This ski resort is in Hautes-Pyrénées, Midi-Pyrénées, France.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Tourmalet is Lourdes, 50 minutes drive away.
Pau, Toulouse, Biarritz, 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.
The nearest major airports are Tarbes-Lourdes and Toulouse, with easy access via car or shuttle services. The drive to the resort is scenic, taking you through the beautiful Pyrenean landscape.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
There are 43 ski lifts.
Season Dates
When is Tourmalet open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After skiing, enjoy the vibrant après-ski scene at bars like Le Pub and La Terrasse. For dining, restaurants such as L'Atelier and Le Refuge offer local cuisine and a cozy ambiance.
