Top Things to do in Hautes-Pyrenees
Things to do in Hautes-Pyrenees, Occitanie: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Hautes-Pyrenees, France including La Ferme Vignecoise, Basilique de l’Immaculee Conception, Grotte de Massabielle, Le Via Crucis/ Way of the Cross/ Chemin de Croix, Chapelle des Templiers, Moulin de Saoussas, Grottes de Gargas, Pic Du Midi, Sanctuaire Notre Dame de Lourdes, Chateau Fort of Lourdes.
Restaurants in Hautes-Pyrenees
1. La Ferme Vignecoise
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 57 reviews
Conserverie artisanale, vente directe dans notre boutique de conserves et salaisons de Porc Noir de Bigorre AOP Restauration saisonnière: juillet/août , uniquement en soirée, sur réservation.
2. Basilique de l’Immaculee Conception
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5.0 based on 232 reviews
Reviewed By JW_Dam - Nijmegen, The Netherlands
The basilique was blessed on August 15, 1871 and consecrated in July 1876. The stained glass in the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception retrace the history of the Virgin Mary until the proclamation of the dogma of the Immaculate Conception by Pope Pius IX in 1854 and the Apparitions of Lourdes in 1858. This same Pie IX is represented on a medallion above the entrance of the Crypt. Surely worthwhile to visit
3. Grotte de Massabielle
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5.0 based on 1,431 reviews
Reviewed By HappySharingCompany - Altorf, France
Lovely experience to visit Lourdes once upon a time and pray while also benefitting of the Holy waters Sources.
4. Le Via Crucis/ Way of the Cross/ Chemin de Croix
5. Chapelle des Templiers
6. Moulin de Saoussas
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Visit a grain mill and a sawmill that worked thanks to the force of the water. Fish farming- trout fishing without a licence with equipment provided free of charge, sale of trout
7. Grottes de Gargas
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4.5 based on 90 reviews
GARGAS 27 000 years ago, Homo Sapiens's families frequented the caves of Gargas. These men, women and children left numerous tracks on walls: engravings and paintings of animals, but also and especially more than 200 paintings of hands the scientists of which still look for the meaning. Gargas is one of rare decorated caves open to the public and thus number limited by people during the visits (compulsory Reservation) NESTPLORIA is a center of interpretation which gathers in a playful way the prehistory and the new technologies. He allows to uncover the secrets of Gargas via digital tools. THE EXPLORERS OF THE PREHISTORY is a permanent exhibition to learn about the jobs by the archaeology: tub of searches, reproduction of a prehistoric camp, etc. THE TRIBE OF the BUFFALO is the new cooperative and family video game created quite specially for Gargas-Nestploria. Up to 8 players can embody the members of the tribe of the bison. Together, they have to explore numerous territories and associate their skills to survive and reach their purpose: find a refuge for winter and become a real tribe.
8. Pic Du Midi
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4.5 based on 1,301 reviews
Pic du Midi in the Hautes-Pyrénées. An exceptional destination in high mountain for the holidays and the weekends: families, tourist groups, school outings, events and seminars of companies. All year long, access for all by cable car from La Mongie, at feet of the Col du Tourmalet. At the summit the most beautiful panorama of the Pyrenees, a museum on the astronomy and the history of the Pic du Midi, a Planetarium, a traditional restaurant of altitude. Mountain bike downhill. Panoramic webcams and weather conditions live
Reviewed By 3six5sunset - Noordhoek, South Africa
We saw this crazy place on Tour de France footage, and so made the effort to get there. We absolutely loved it. Everything we were hoping it would be!
9. Sanctuaire Notre Dame de Lourdes
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4.5 based on 4,717 reviews
Reviewed By laurencC2840FK - Paris, France
Through walking the cute quiet town of montemarte, which has tons of quirky art and souvenir shops, you reach the beautiful church and climb up to the dome. Lots of stairs so be prepared but worth it.
10. Chateau Fort of Lourdes
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4.5 based on 971 reviews
Reviewed By michaelsX3039KB - New York City, United States
Lourdes is said to be the place where heaven touches the earth. Whilst the Sanctuary for Christian pilgrims represents heaven, this medieval castle symbolizes the earth walking in its botanical garden, dwelling in the intimate museum of the Pyrenees, or visiting the Notre Dame du Chateau (where the original tabernacle of St. Bernadette's Church can be admired and the original cross of Jesus and the statues of St. Peter and Paul) is just a celebration for the eyes as they notice stunning views on the beautiful town of Lourdes, the churches & cathedrals, the Sanctuary along the river Gave, and the majestic snow-covered mountains the local staff doesn't speak much English (hey this is no Chicago), but quite friendly and fairly customer-oriented (not money minded at all), and the General Manager who I believe has a background in the history of fine arts often organizes sublime exhibitions on Lourdes and the Pyrenees for master Rodin aficionados, there is a sanguine drawing from the sculpture August Rodin tucked in the exhibition room right from the majestic tower. Enjoy your visit in this must see historical monument on your journey toward eternity!
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