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Commune in Occitania, France
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Saint-Lary-Soulan is a popular mountain resort town in the Hautes-Pyrénées department of southwestern France. Nestled in the Aure Valley, it's a dual-season destination, bustling with skiers in the winter and hikers, cyclists, and nature lovers in the summer. The town itself is divided into the charming, traditional village of Saint-Lary (at 830 m) and the higher ski resort areas of Pla d'Adet (1700 m) and Espiaube (1900 m). It offers a blend of authentic Pyrenean culture, outdoor adventure, and relaxing spa facilities.
88 beds.
Altitude 1819 m. Located at the dam wall. 20 beds and a bar.
88 beds.
Altitude 1819 m. Located at the dam wall. 20 beds and a bar.
Simple, hiker-friendly hotel in town.
By train
The closest major train station is Lannemezan (Gare de Lannemezan), which is on the TGV line from Paris. From Lannemezan, you can take the regional liO bus line 963 directly to Saint-Lary-Soulan.
By car
Saint-Lary is accessible via the A64 motorway (Toulouse - Bayonne).
By shuttle bus
A system of free shuttle buses (navettes) operates within the resort, which is very convenient.
By cable car and gondola
The Pic Lumière cable car and the Vignec-Saint-Lary gondola connect the main village to the Pla d'Adet ski area, providing quick access for pedestrians and skiers alike.
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