Cycling from Lourdes: the legendary Tour de France passes
Tourmalet, Aubisque, Hautacam, Luz-Ardiden: the climbs that made Tour de France history start from Lourdes. And for flat riding, the Gaves greenway leaves from town.
2 115 m
Col du Tourmalet, giant of the Pyrenees
Free
the locked garage to keep your bikes under cover
18 km
of flat greenway from Lourdes
The great passes from Lourdes
| Col du Tourmalet (2,115 m) | Via Luz-Saint-Sauveur: about 19 km of climbing at about 7%. The most-climbed pass in Tour history. | Full day |
| Hautacam (1,520 m) | From Argelès-Gazost, a tough, irregular climb that has been a Tour stage finish several times. | Half day |
| Col du Soulor and Col d’Aubisque (1,474 and 1,709 m) | Via Arrens-Marsous, then the cliff-side road to the Aubisque. One of the finest combinations in the Pyrenees. | Full day |
| Luz-Ardiden (1,715 m) | From Luz-Saint-Sauveur, a series of hairpins up to the resort. | Half day |
Distances and gradients are approximate. The Tourmalet and Aubisque passes are closed in winter and usually reopen between late May and early June.
The Gaves greenway, for everyone
A converted railway line, the Gaves greenway links Lourdes to Argelès-Gazost and Pierrefitte-Nestalas over about 18 km, on a gentle slope with no cars. Ideal with family, for a recovery day or a first ride on arrival.
Preparing your ride
Set off early: the roads are quieter and the heat less intense. At altitude, take a windproof for the descent, even in midsummer.
Your bikes sleep under cover, free of charge, in our locked garage. Mention it when you book so we can keep space for them.
Your base in Lourdes
Bikes kept under cover free of charge in our locked garage, buffet breakfast from 7 am and quiet air-conditioned rooms to recover well. For those travelling with you, our sightseeing ideas are on the Things to do around Lourdes page.
The hotel is open from 26 March to 29 October 2027 and closes in winter.
Frequently asked questions
Which pass should I ride from Lourdes?
For a first ride, Hautacam or Luz-Ardiden in half a day. For the big challenge, the Tourmalet via Luz-Saint-Sauveur.
Where can I keep my bike at the hotel?
In our locked garage, free of charge, for your whole stay. Let us know when you book so we can keep space for you.
Is there a cycle path in Lourdes?
Yes, the Gaves greenway starts in Lourdes and runs to Argelès-Gazost and then Pierrefitte-Nestalas, along an old railway line.