Description: Le Petit Train d’Artouste provides splendid views of some of the highest Pyrénéean peaks at a height of 2000m. To reach the train you take a 10 minute cable car ride from the Lac de Fabrèges.

Location: 60km south of Pau, near Gabas on the D934.

General Info: The train runs from late May to late September. In July and August it runs from 9.00am to 5.00pm, and until 3.00pm at other times. Advance booking is advisable.

Website: http://www.altiservice.com/en/

Our recommendations: The train ride takes about 50 minutes and it’s then a short walk to the Lac d’Artouste. We’re told that in peak season you are only able to stay at the top for about 1 ½ hours. There is also a chair lift up the Ours mountain that runs in July and August. If bought with your train ticket this is €1 more.

For the children: This is a lovely trip for the kids, if a bit popular. Make sure you take some warm clothes in a rucksack as the weather and temperature can change suddenly at this height.

Here’s more information to make the most of your visit to the Pyrenees:

• Attractions in the Pyrenees:
  • Le Petit Train de la Rhune
  • Le Petit Train d’Artouste
  • Pic du Midi Cable Car
• Beaches of Landes
• Caves of the Pyrenees
• Walking in the Pyrenees
• Towns:
  • Foix
  • Lourdes
  • Sentein
• White Water Rafting

Other Attractions nearby:

• Cité d’Espace*
• Tepacap*

* These attractions are also listed in our Lot-et-Garonne section but are close to Toulouse and within easy reach via the Autoroute.