Payolle, Col d’Aspin and Hourquette d’Ancizan

nature and wide-open spaces in Haute-Bigorre

Payolle, the “Little Canada” of the Pyrenees

Just a few kilometers from Camping du Monlôo in Bagnères-de-Bigorre, Lac de Payolle is a haven of peace nestled in the heart of fir forests. Nicknamed the “Little Canada” of the Pyrenees, this natural site boasts a peaceful lake, family-friendly trails and panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Summer or winter, Payolle is ideal for hiking, mountain biking, fishing or simply taking a break from nature during your stay in the Hautes-Pyrénées.

The Col d’Aspin, an emblematic panorama of the Pyrenees

A symbol of sporting challenge and mountain authenticity, the Col du Tourmalet attracts enthusiastic cyclists, bikers and travelers in search of wide-open spaces every year. The famous statue of Octave Lapize, erected at the summit, is a reminder of the heroic history of cycling in the Hautes-Pyrénées. From the Camping du Monlôo, your stay in the heart of the Pyrenean Piedmont is the ideal opportunity to discover this mythical site and fully enjoy the mountain experience in Haute-Bigorre.