SPORTS AND SENSATIONS

TRAIL

Luchon offers trail runners 12 signposted routes, adapted to different levels of difficulty, enabling them to explore spectacular mountain scenery with more than 10 peaks over 3000 meters. As a trail resort, Luchon offers some twenty routes, including a vertical kilometer and oxygenation loops. The Luchon Aneto Trail, a major event held in early July, attracts over 2,500 runners with distances ranging from 10 to 85 km, and also offers races for children. The routes enable participants to discover emblematic sites such as the Hospice de France and Lac d'Oô, while training in an unspoilt natural environment. With its friendly atmosphere and varied challenges, Luchon is an unmissable destination for mountain trail enthusiasts.

HIKING / TREKKING / CLIMBING

The Pays de Luchon in the Pyrenees is an ideal destination for hikers, offering over 400 km of marked trails suitable for all levels. From family walks to adventurous hikes, visitors can explore spectacular scenery and enjoy the surrounding nature. The legendary GR10 trail passes through Luchon, which is also the starting point for several other remarkable itineraries. Local guides are available to enhance the experience, and fun activities such as randocaching are available to introduce children and adults to hiking. Whether you're looking for a few hours' hiking or a day trip, the region promises an unforgettable adventure in the heart of nature. Discover climbing near Bagnères-de-Luchon with a qualified instructor. Whether you're with family or friends, enjoy climbing in a natural environment and breathtaking views from the summit.

MOUNTAIN BIKE / ROAD BIKE / ARAPAHO

The Luchon valley in the Pyrenees offers a multitude of activities for cycling enthusiasts, including mountain biking, with trails to suit all levels. A variety of trails can be explored, from family paths to technical tracks for seasoned mountain bikers, with a total of 269 kilometers of marked trails. Visitors can also take advantage of the Luchon Superbagnères gondola to access spectacular downhill runs. In addition to mountain biking, the region is also popular with road cyclists, who can tackle some of the legendary cols of the Tour de France. The diversity of the landscape, with its mountains, green valleys and rivers, makes Luchon an ideal setting for outdoor activities. The Luchon valley also offers unique experiences such as Arapaho or downhill scooters. To plan your adventure, the Luchon Tourist Office can guide you towards the route that best suits your needs. Whether you're looking for adrenaline or a quiet ride, the Luchon valley is sure to seduce you.
Your Chantecler campsite also offers fun-looking electric bikes, offering exceptional autonomy, power and comfort (Camping Chantecler is committed to respecting the environment through sustainable mobility solutions).

PARAGLIDER / GLIDER / PLANE

For those who dream of soaring or flying like birds, the Luchon aerodrome (located near Lac de Badech) offers you the opportunity to discover the Earth from another point of view! The view is breathtaking over the Pyrenees and Bagnères de Luchon. Paragliding : Offering spectacular views of the Pyrenees and the Bagnères de Luchon valley, flights can be adapted to suit all levels and weights. Take-offs are from the Superbagnères ski resort, and participants can even fly under supervision. Glider flight: Accompanied by a certified pilot, participants discover updrafts and the principles of flight. Flights are adapted to weather conditions. Tourist Plane Flight: This activity lets you fly over emblematic sites such as Lac d'Oô and the Superbagnères ski resort, while learning piloting techniques.

TENNIS / GOLF / HORSE RIDING

Tennis in Luchon, an exceptional experience, located at the Complexe de la Réserve de la Pique, which offers a magnificent setting in the Occitanie region. Tennis activities are available all year round, thanks to an inflatable structure in winter. From spring onwards, players can enjoy 4 clay courts and 4 concrete courts. The infrastructure includes floodlit courts suitable for all levels of play. Visitors are invited to reserve their court to experience
moments of pleasure and competition.

Golf de Luchon, founded in 1908, is a historic course set in an exceptional natural environment, offering an unforgettable experience for golfers of all levels. The flat, demanding 9-hole course features small greens and strategically placed bunkers, guaranteeing a stimulating challenge. Facilities include a friendly clubhouse, driving range and putting green, all designed for the comfort of golfers. To play, a
license from the French Golf Federation and a green card are required, with the option of taking out an annual membership or purchasing fairy greens. The golf course offers lessons for beginners and advanced players, as well as competitions from May to September. Accessible to all, the driving range is ideal for beginners. Golf de Luchon promises magical moments in the heart of the Pyrenees.

The Centre Equestre de Luchon is a haven for horse enthusiasts, welcoming beginners and experienced riders all year round. It offers a wide range of activities, from initiation to competition, with individual and group lessons. Services include boarding and working horses for owners, as well as various disciplines such as dressage, show jumping and voltige. Themed courses are organized during the vacations, and events enliven the center throughout the year. Certified as a French Riding School (École Française d'Équitation) and a Cheval Club de France (Cheval Club de France), the
center provides an environment conducive to learning and discovering horse riding. Everyone can find an activity to suit his or her level and desires, whether in the riding arena or out in the countryside.

WHITEWATER SPORTS, RAFTING, CANYONING, FISHING...

The Pyrenees are ideal for whitewater sports, with activities
such as rafting, hydrospeed and canoraft on rivers suitable for
all ages, including the Garonne. H2O Vives in Bagnères-de-Luchon
offers a variety of aquatic experiences. Rafting itineraries range from fun runs to technical descents such as the Pallaressa. For canyoning, there are family options at the Arlos canyon and more technical routes for teenagers and adults. The area is also popular with anglers, offering numerous rivers, notably the Pique and Lis, with sections suitable for trout fishing. Water activities and fishing in the natural landscapes of the Pyrenees promise enriching and emotionally-charged experiences.

Luchon Superbagnères:
The ski resort in the heart of the Pyrenees

Luchon Superbagnères, nestled in a natural setting in the heart of the Pyrenees, is a must-see ski resort for beginners and experienced mountain lovers alike. Accessible in just 8 minutes from the center of Luchon thanks to a modern gondola lift, it offers a varied ski area spread over three emblematic sectors: Téchous, Lac and Céciré, with 30 runs for all levels. Perched at an altitude of 2,122 metres, it offers breathtaking panoramic views over the Luchon valley and as far as the majestic Pic de l'Aneto.
Committed to an eco-responsible approach, the resort relies on soft mobility solutions, such as the gondola, to limit its environmental impact.
In addition to downhill skiing, Luchon Superbagnères offers activities for everyone: beginners' areas, ski schools, snowshoe trails, or simply relaxing in front of the snow-covered peaks.
Just a few minutes from the gondolas, Camping Chantecler welcomes you summer and winter alike. Open all year round, it's ideally located to enjoy the pleasures of the mountains without any constraints. Our comfortable chalets, designed to withstand the rigors of winter, offer warmth, conviviality and well-being after a day on the slopes. It's the perfect starting point for a successful winter vacation, combining nature, sport and relaxation.