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Hautes-Pyrenees tourist information

Two-thirds of the Hautes-Pyrenees is covered in mountains with summits reaching altitudes of 3000 metres or more.

This region is not short of water with over 300 lakes and 2000km of rivers & streams which feed the surrounding departments. The Parc National des Pyrenees and the Neouvielle reserve was set up to protect the environment.

There are approximately 550 churches, 150 chapels and 10 abbeys which suggest a rich religious heritage - most date back to Renaissance times and are currently being restored.

Sport is a way of life here with the region producing some of France's most accomplished skiers, cyclists and rugby players.

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Days Out in Hautes-Pyrenees

• Lourdes- visit the Grotte Massabielle where visions of the Virgin were seen by the 14yr old girl, Bernadette Soubirous in 1858.
• Tarbes - created by Placide Massey, who also designed the gardens at Versailles, this botanical garden mixes rare plants with contemporary art.
• Superb views at the cirque de Troumouse - you can easily climb to the top (over 3000m) within an hour for stunning views of the area.
• Thermal spa relaxation at Cauterets - relax in hot springs here, with temperatures of up to 53°C.

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