Heritage and villages of our valleys

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Our heritage

We’ve inherited a rich heritage and we can’t wait to share it with you…

In our village churches and chapels, you’ll find Baroque altarpieces, frescoes dating back to the 15th century, polychrome virgins and other intact treasures that have stood the test of time!

Saint-Lary is located on the network of routes to Santiago de Compostela, whose itinerary leads to Spain via the Port Vieux Pass.Spain via the Port Vieux pass in the Géla valley and the Ourdissétou pass in the Rioumajou valley.

A symbol of this period is the Templar chapel in the commune of Aragnouet.

to visit

The house

heritage

The Maison du Patrimoine (Heritage Centre) in Saint Lary offers a range of museum areas dedicated to the heritage of the Pyrenees, as well as guided tours of the village of Saint-Lary and other events throughout the year.

ZOOM on the Maison du Patrimoine

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The house

of the Pyrenees National Park

You can also visit the Maison du Parc National, dedicated to the Pyrenees National Park. On a guided or self-guided tour, you can discover the different forest environments in the valley, eco-responsible wood management and stories suitable for children. Don’t hesitate to stock up on documentation before setting off on your exploration!

ZOOM on the House of the Pyrenees National Park

CLASSIFIED VALLEYS

The Aure and Louron Valleys are classified as a Pays d’Art et d’Histoire and are committed to a policy of promoting and enhancing their built, natural and architectural heritage. Guided tours of the churches and villages are organised by the Pays d’art et d’histoire Aure-Louron association.

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Pyrenean villagesto discover

- Saint-Lary Soulan

in the spirit of the Aure valley

The village of Saint-Lary is dominated by the ski resort. The Pic Lumière cable car and the Vignec cable car link the village to the slopes.

The streets of Saint-Lary are always lively, especially the main street, Rue Vincent Mir(named after the resort’s founder), with its many shops, services and restaurants. Evenings in the village are festive, with a mix of family atmosphere and South-Western conviviality!

Saint Lary Soulan story of a great man

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- Soulan

en route to the heights

A purely pastoral, unspoilt village, you’ll reach it by heading for the Saint-Lary ski resort. This sunny village overlooks Saint-Lary , with which it merged in 1963, hence the name of the commune: Saint-Lary Soulan.

SailhanFull of charm

Heading towards the Col d’Azet, you can reach it by car or on foot along a footpath starting from Saint-Lary. Don’t miss the renovated Moulin de la Mousquère mill, dating from the Middle Ages, or the wash-house with its beautiful fresco of the washerwomen.

Walks and hikes itinerary no. 9

Azet and EnsPastoral land

The pastoral atmosphere of our mountains, at an altitude of 1000 metres.

From the village of Azet, take a stroll across the magnificent plateaux of Ourtigué or Arsoué, criss-crossed by sparkling streams in fine weather. You can then reach the village of ENS.

Walks and hikes itinerary no. 7

AncizanA former village of cloth weavers

6 kilometres from Saint-Lary, stroll through the narrow streets of this village that has retained its authenticity. A former fortified weavers’ village, you’ll find evidence of the relative opulence of the medieval period: carved doors and lintels, mullioned windows and the famous house with a “stair tower”.

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Vignec and Cadeihan TrachèreExposure to the rising sun

Easy to visit on foot or by bike from Saint-Lary, don’t miss this easy stroll between these 2 villages. You’ll be seduced by their simplicity and exposure. Ideal for a morning stroll.

Walks and hikes n°2

- Vielle-Aure

and its narrow streets

Just a stone’s throw from Saint Lary, you’ll reach the village of Vielle Aure along the River Neste. This village is typical of our valley, with its narrow cobbled streets and 12th-century Romanesque church.

Visit Vielle-Aure

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- Gouaux and Grailhen

exceptional views

Gouaux and Grailhen will surprise you with their beautiful views. Admire the breathtaking views and take the opportunity to visit the Gouaux goat farm.

- Arreau

Medieval spirit

The gateway to the Aure Valley. This village will win you over with its medieval charm, half-timbered facades and other architectural marvels.

There are many other villages to discover, so don’t hesitate to contact the Tourist Office for more information! The Pays d’art et d’histoire also organises guided tours of villages and churches.