Campground near the Pic du Midi, the “Lighthouse of the Pyrenees”
An iconic peak in the Hautes-Pyrénées and a Grand Site Occitanie, the Pic du Midi de Bigorre is one of the must-see attractions during your stay at our campground near Luz-Saint-Sauveur. Its wide terraces, perched at an altitude of 2,877 meters, offer a unique panoramic view of the entire Pyrenean mountain range and much of Occitanie: 300 km of peaks in a single glance, from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. Science, vertigo, and wonder await you at the end of an unforgettable ascent.
The Cable Car
From the La Mongie station, the Pic du Midi cable car whisks you to the summit in 15 minutes, with departures every 15 minutes in a 45-person cabin—just enough time to watch the peaks clear and the mountain lakes appear beneath your feet. The ascent covers a 1,000-meter elevation gain through the air, featuring a spectacular cable span over the void. The 2026 rate is €53 per adult, including a round-trip cable car ride, a discovery tour of the summit and the museum, use of the Histopad, and access to the Ponton dans le Ciel. Be sure to book online, especially during peak season—the site is very popular!
The Summit
The Panoramic Terraces
When you reach the summit, the 750 m² panoramic terraces offer a 360° view stretching 300 km across the peaks of the Pyrenees, from the vast plains of the Southwest to the foothills of the Massif Central. The air here is exceptionally pure! Solar radiation is three times higher than in the lowlands. Be sure to bring warm clothing even in summer, as well as sunglasses and SPF 50+ sunscreen. Passionate guides are on hand to help you identify the peaks using the orientation charts. An experience that leaves lasting memories for all visitors, young and old alike.
The Pic du Midi Skybridge
The highlight of your visit: the dizzying“Ponton dans le Ciel.” Suspended above the abyss, this 12-meter-long metal walkway, with its glass-enclosed end, skims the clouds, offering a unique viewpoint and an unforgettable experience. Beneath your feet, nearly 1,000 meters of open space. Before you, the Pyrenees mountain range in all its splendor. Accessible to all visitors ages 3 and up, it’s included in the admission ticket. A photo taken from the Ponton is a souvenir that’s sure to send a shiver down the spines of anyone who sees it!
The Pic du Midi Observatory, a starship
The Pic du Midi Observatory is a world-renowned center dedicated to astronomical and meteorological observation since 1873, affiliated with the University of Toulouse. For more than 150 years, generations of researchers have advanced our understanding of the Sun, cosmic rays, and Earth’s atmosphere. The solar telescope allows visitors to observe the Sun’s surface and corona, while the museum space interactively traces researchers’ contributions to our understanding of the solar system. The Pic du Midi is also home to Europe’s highest planetarium, housed in the legendary Baillaud Dome. Another point of pride: the site is part of the Pic du Midi International Dark Sky Reserve, one of only two in Occitanie, guaranteeing exceptional nighttime viewing conditions. All the more reason to plan an evening visit to admire the stars above the clouds—an unforgettable experience, summer or winter.
Col
The Col du Tourmalet, a legendary stage of the Tour de France
Since 1910 and its first ascent during the Tour de France, the Col du Tourmalet has become a symbol of cycling worldwide, having been crossed more than 80 times in the history of the Tour de France. The highest road pass in the French Pyrenees, at an elevation of 2,115 meters, it connects La Mongie to Barèges at the foot of the Pic du Midi. For cyclists, two iconic climbs await you: a 19-km route from Luz-Saint-Sauveur—just a short bike ride from our campground—with an average gradient of 7.4%, or a 17-km route from Sainte-Marie-de-Campan. At the summit, the Maison du Tourmalet welcomes you with its immersive dome, its official Tour de France shop, and its exhibition dedicated to the starry sky.
The largest ski area in the French Pyrenees
At the foot of the Pic du Midi, the Grand Tourmalet ski area—created by the merger of Barèges and La Mongie—is the largest ski area in the French Pyrenees, with 100 km of trails spread across two complementary slopes. The Pic du Midi itself is the premier freeride destination in the Pyrenees: from the 2,877-meter summit, experienced skiers can descend 1,700 meters over 10 km of wild and spectacular terrain. An off-piste experience that few mountain ranges in Europe can offer, set in an absolutely exceptional natural setting.
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