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Things to see in Saint-Lary-Soulan (France): 65 places and when to go
Saint-Lary-Soulan is a town in France, and this site lists 65 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (42), Nature (27), Hiking (27). The best known are Pic Schrader, Col d'Aspin and GR 11. The best time to come is July to September; also possible: October to June. In June there are 15 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 52. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 42.8197, 0.3211
- Places
- 65 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (42) · Nature (27) · Hiking (27) · Wildlife (4) · Snow (4) · History (3)
- Best time
- July to September.
- Also possible
- October to June.
- Nearest airport
- BOD Bordeaux, 239 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Pic Schrader, at 3,177 m.
What to see in Saint-Lary-Soulan
The places in and around Saint-Lary-Soulan, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Pic SchraderMountain in France15 km
- Col d'AspinMountain pass14 km
- GR 11Long-distance footpath in the Spanish Pyrenees2.6 km
- ArbizonMountain in France7.4 km
- Pic de BugatetMountain in France12 km
- Pic de l'AbeilléMountain in Spain and France13 km
- Néouvielle National Nature ReserveProtected area in France14 km
- Pic de GarlitzMountain in France12 km
- Punta LedormeurMountain on the border between Spain and France15 km
- Château de TramezayguesRuined French castle3.8 km
- chapelle des Templiers d'AragnouetChapel located in Hautes-Pyrénées, in France11 km
- Piau-EngalyWinter sports resort in the French Pyrenees14 km
- Pic de BastanMountain in France11 km
- Pico de la PezMountain in the Spanish Pyrenees13 km
- Val-LouronFrench mountain ski resort6.5 km
- Peña CastillónSummit15 km
- Pic de BataillenceSummit14 km
- Pic de HourgadeMountain in France14 km
- Pic de MarioulesSummit14 km
- Pico de Guerreys ou de BacouSummit11 km
- Pico de SalcorzSummit14 km
- Punta CabaleraSummit13 km
- Tour de MoulorRuined tower in Loudervielle, France8.0 km
- Mont NéSummit14 km
And the other 41, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Pic d'Aret, Pic d'Aulon, Pic de Pène Blanque, Pic Méchant, Pic de Batoua, réserve naturelle régionale du massif du Montious, Pène Nègre, Pic d'Arrouye, Réserve naturelle régionale d'Aulon
- Mountains: Refuge de la Soula, Abri du Lac de Cap de Long, Abri hivernal du lac d'Aubert, Cabane d'Artigue Longue, Cabane d'Ourtiga, Cabane de Greziolles, Cabane de La Lude, Cabane de Pio det Lurs, Cabane de Tarichac, Cabane du Cortail de Batoua, Cabane du Cortail de Péguère, Chalet - Hôtel Orédon, Hospice du Rioumajou, Refuge de Bastan, Refuge de Campana de Cloutou, Refuge de l'Oule, Refuge du Mont Né, Refugio de Trigoniero
- Hot springs: Balnéa, Centre Balnéo Edénéo, Sensoria rio
- Snow: Bourg d'Oueil, Peyragudes
- Hiking: Cabane de la Niscoude, Cabane Espigous, Camino al Puerto de Salcorz, GR 105, HRP Variant, Senda de los Puertos, Subida al Puerto Trigoniero, Voie d'Aure
- With kids: The Eagles of Aure
When to go to Saint-Lary-Soulan
The best time to visit Saint-Lary-Soulan is July to September; also possible: October to June. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:11
- FebPossible10:19
- MarPossible11:39
- AprPossible13:11
- MayPossible14:27
- JunPossible15:08
- JulBest time14:51
- AugBest time13:45
- SepBest time12:16
- OctPossible10:48
- NovPossible9:30
- DecPossible8:52
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 52. In July, 61 of the 65 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Saint-Lary-Soulan
The nearest main airport is Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD, Bordeaux), 239 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Saint-Lary-Soulan?
The best known: Pic Schrader, Col d'Aspin, GR 11, Arbizon, Pic de Bugatet. In all, 65 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Saint-Lary-Soulan?
July to September; also possible: October to June. In June there are 15 h 08 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 52.
How do you get to Saint-Lary-Soulan?
The nearest main airport is Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD), 239 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Saint-Lary-Soulan as the destination and these 65 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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