Although
the French Pyrenees resorts are not the largest in the world, they still put on
fantastic winter events, big enough to rival other ski regions. Starting from
December, the second biggest area of skiing in France welcomes the new winter
season and a variety of events take place. Whether you come with your family,
alone or with your friends, the French Pyrenees offers a spectacular range of
day and night-time events.
We have chosen the resort of Saint Lary in the Hautes Pyrenees to create a quick guide of ski & snowboard events so you can get an idea of what to expect across the Pyrenees this winter.
Sporty Saint Lary
Saint-Lary offers one of the greatest skiing areas in the French Pyrenees, spread
over three inter-connected sectors, all at different altitudes. The resort is
renowned all over the world for its sporty events during the winter. This is
the place to be for all the freestyle and freeride lovers… Did you Know? Double
world champion, Xavier De le Rue, is
a member of the Saint Lary snowboard club!
For the hikers: The Grand Raid in Saint Lary / March 2016
This is the first time the Grand Raid has been scheduled in winter. Normally occurring in August, the second most important mountaineering trail after l’Ultra-trail of the Mont Blanc, will take place on the 13th March. 3 routes of 10km, 18km, and 25km around the Saint Lary resort in front of the Massif du Neouville.
La Poney Session TTR
/ March 2016
More
than 30 riders & wildcard selected worldwide will fight for the 14th Edition
of the Poney Title all for the viewer’s delight. Previously described as the “snowboard
event of the year”, this spectacular event will take place from Thursday 3rd
March 2016 until Sunday 6th March 2016.
Want an example, watch this video: https://goo.gl/ID2Ez4 of the 2015 edition
Xtrem Freeride 2016 / March 2016
Organised for more than 10 years, the event’s goal is to reunite all the lovers of freeride and freestyle in a same place. In teams of two, this freestyle race will take place on the most beautiful spots in Saint Lary.
For more info on events: http://goo.gl/ODyu6m
For more info on Saint-Lary and accommodation: http://goo.gl/QRVyCb
Other resorts
Some resorts have a more chilled set of events
if you’re looking for relaxing time. One example of this type of event has just
been announced in Cauterets in early December:
Ski and Snowboard Festival in Cauterets
The International Free Ride Film Festival has built itself upon a strong goal: discover a wider audience showcasing artistic merit and quality snowboard/ski films. This festival is open to the public and is completely free, perfect for families, couple and friends!
Enjoy the beginning of the ski season in Cauterets at the Ski & Snowboard Festival from the 8th December 2016. Come with your ski boots and your swimsuit and enjoy some of the best ski movies selected by a panel of experts on a giant screen in an open-air thermal (or in indoor if you feel the cold). Meanwhile, with a bit of luck, you may also make your own movie under the first snowflakes on the slopes!
For more info on Cauterets : http://goo.gl/rdo21D
For more info on the festivals : http://goo.gl/xNo3EC
Stay tuned for the others upcoming events in French Pyrenees!
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If you want to book your next ski holiday
in French Pyrenees or if you need further information, contact our specialist
reservations team on 0844 576 0176 or email reservations@pyreneescollection.co.uk.
Choosing the right resort and accommodation for your ski holiday to
the French Pyrenees.
Many of our clients value the information we
provide them before they book. Information regarding resorts and accommodation
can influence where you end up going on holiday and crucially, can be the
difference between having a good time and having a great time.
Some people are happy to make some sacrifices
on holidays if it means they get to enjoy the superb slopes etc., but if you do
your research or ask us some questions, you will find that there is a
resort out there which is exactly what you are looking for!
Handpicked self-catering accommodation offering a great level of
comfort and spaciousness alongside value for money and facilities.
To help you plan your perfect ski holiday, we
have made an accommodation selector to create a selection of ski apartments
and chalets: directors' choice, 4* ski holidays, family ski holidays
& value ski holidays.
The Pyrenees offers ski holidays at a lower
price because they are less commercialised compared to the other ski locations,
this means that the level of accommodation, resort facilities and fantastic ski
conditions are available at a much lower cost. The French Pyrenees also
benefits from fantastic family based resorts and accommodation with ideally
placed kindergartens and ski schools to make it a lot easier to manage.
What are you looking for?
Directors' Choice
Our Director’s Choice Residences offer little
extras that our loyal clients have come to value and that you won’t often get
in other residences.
These benefits can include: beds made on arrival with high quality linen
& duvets; wider double beds; a selection of towels; bath mats; heated towel
rail; hairdryers; toiletry welcome pack; double the apartment capacity for all
plates, crockery, mugs, bowls and coffee cups; satellite TV with some English
channels; plenty of coat hooks; phone in each apartment; free Wi-Fi access (for
one device) in the main reception area..... etc. etc.
4-star ski apartments
As always, we at Pyrenees Collection want
your ski holidays to remain a real treat with the authentic feel of the
Pyrenees…
Pyrenees Collection is always on the look out
for 4 star Ski Apartments in the French Pyrenees to offer its clients the
higher quality stay they may be after, but still retaining the ski holiday at
an affordable price. We have given priority to the ski residences’ location in
the French Pyrenees resorts themselves, with, where possible, ski in/ski out
facility for convenience or with an easy link, together with a whole at-hand
range of activities, facilities and amenities such as restaurants, markets, ski-hire
shops or bars.
Family Skiing
Skiing with the family makes for such a
rewarding holiday especially when you have planned it right.
The French Pyrenees as a whole are generally
regarded as a family destination and can provide the perfect location for
your family ski holiday. The Pyrenees Collection has been put together with
families in mind and there are a number of resorts and accommodations that are
particularly suited to families.
Value Skiing
Here at Pyrenees Collection, we understand the
importance and need to stick to a budget when it comes to booking your ski holiday.
One of the major benefits of the French
Pyrenees is that accommodation prices can often be significantly lower than
those of the French Alps. The accommodation in our programme has been carefully
selected to offer the best possible choice to our clients, catering for all
budgets and requirements.
A Good Deal?
You will always get amazing value for money when you travel to the Pyrenees. If you are just looking for a great deal
to capitalise on the already fantastic; price, service, ski conditions,
restaurants etc., then have a look at our Early Booking Offers page to see if
you can grab a wonderful ski holiday at an equally wonderful price!
Looking for anything else or
something in particular? We're happy to answer any questions you may have. Call us now
on 0844 576 0176 or email reservations@pyreneescollection.co.uk.
