About Les Agudes

Les Agudes lies in the heart of the central Pyrenees at the southern end of France. At an elevation of 1600m to 2400m above sea level, this resort is a popular attraction for skiers and snowboarders alike. Here winter season runs from November to April and a snow making facility ensures there is no shortage of fresh powder. Touting 60km ski runs, 25km cross-country trails, and 16 lifts, ski hire Les Agudes covers a large expanse. Experienced skiers need not be the only ones enjoying the breath taking views. The large learner area will attract inexperienced skiers as well. There are accommodations and restaurants onsite so you’re never far from the slopes. Nor are you far from other sight-seeing adventures.

Show sights

A train ride 125km from the ski hire slopes will take you to Toulouse, the 4th largest city in France. This is the main city of the Midi-Pyrenees region. The area alone is the largest region in metropolitan France with a population of 800,000. A visitor will be taken back in time when viewing the historic buildings, some dating back to the Middle Ages. Capitole de Toulouse built from the 11th to the 13th century, is made from stone, brick and tile. The Capitole houses the Hotel de Ville, The Theatre du Capitole and the Donjon du Capitole. Pont Neuf is a 16th century bridge that crosses the Garonne River. The Musee des Augustins de Toulouse maintains a collection of sculpture and paintings that start in the Middle Ages and conclude in the present. There are five exquisite churches in the area. Saint-Sernin Basilica is the largest Romanesque church in Europe. On display in the Basilica is the most beautiful pipe organ in France. There are many restaurants where a traveller may experience French cuisine.

Show destinations

Back on the train and 50km toward the foothills of the Pyrenees, one is in Cather country. The Fortress of Carcassonne awaits visitors daily. This Middle Age castle, guarded by a stone wall, has been transformed into a working Medieval village. Inside the fortress walls, shopkeepers in period costume will give visitors the sense of life in the Renaissance era. Enjoy the historic atmosphere and barter with the merchants in this authentic fortress. World travelers suggest renting equipment online before embarking on your journey. This will save time and money. When you arrive at resort, you can pick-up equipment at the co-operating ski hire shop directly in Les Agudes.