Have fun by the water | Luz Tourisme

Dive right into the thick of the action!

Here, nature becomes a vast playground where young and old alike can share excitement, thrills and moments of relaxation. Explore the Héas Canyon amongst waterfalls and natural slides, get your adrenaline pumping with a rafting trip down the rapids of the Gave de Pau, or enjoy a peaceful moment by a lake or mountain stream whilst fishing. With family or friends, you can also enjoy the pool with its views of the mountain peaks.

With sporting challenges, bursts of laughter and shared memories, every activity is an invitation to make the most of the water and the great outdoors.

Pack your swimwear and your good humour: the adventure starts here!

Jump through the canyons

Luz is the ideal base for canyoning, situated close to several sites (all within a 30-minute drive), such as: the Héas Canyon, the Ossoue Canyon and the Gloriettes Canyon.

The Héas Canyon, 2 km from Gèdre and at the foot of the Cirque de Troumouse and Estaubé, is the ultimate fun spot! Suitable for anyone 1m30 and over, it’s perfect for a first canyoning experience, whether with family or friends. Easily accessible from Luz-Saint-Sauveur, it’s quite simply the must-visit beginner’s canyon in the Hautes-Pyrénées!

In Gavarnie, the Lower Ossoue Canyon awaits you in the heart of an exceptional setting, between the Cirque de Gavarnie, the Brèche de Roland and the Vignemale. On the programme: jumps, natural slides and a zip line for a real thrill… with the option to skip the jumps if you’d prefer!

Please note: it is strongly recommended that you undertake this activity accompanied by a guide. This is because the water levels in these streams are affected by the weather, recent storms and dam releases.

For canyoning at these sites, there are dams, water intakes and hydroelectric installations located upstream. Before setting off into the Héas, Gloriettes and Ossoue canyons, check the Niv’Eau app or the canyoning helpline (05 62 92 46 13), which will advise you whether it is safe to descend the canyon.

For more information, see this information leaflet or consult the EDF safety brochure.

Book your session with our partner guides

Fishing at high altitude!

Whether you prefer fly fishing or spin fishing, you’re free to choose how you’d like to track down the famous Pyrenean brown trout across the 42 mountain lakes and 300 km of rivers, with the help of a fishing guide.

Fishing permits on sale at the Tourist Office:

Ages 18 and over: €114 / Women: €42 / Minors: €27 / Under 12s: free courtesy of the AAPPMA /
Weekly permit: €36.50 / Daily permit: €18 / Fishing stamp: €40

A list of professional guides is available from the Tourist Office on request.

Fishing season dates:

Fishing in mountain lakes permitted from 2 May to 11 October 26
Fishing in Category 1 rivers permitted from 14 March to 20 September 26
Children’s fishing route with free access (upstream boundary: medical centre on Avenue Maoubési / downstream boundary: confluence with the Gave de Pau)

Please note: artificial fly fishing is permitted only between the Pont Napoléon and the Pont de Saint-Sauveur.

Fishing and safety:
Please exercise caution: there are hydroelectric power stations and dams in the valley. Water levels can rise at any time, automatically and even in good weather. For more information, see this leaflet – click here.

Have a look through the 65 fishing guide

Follow the eddies of the mountain stream

Come and have a blast on the Gave de Pau, one of the biggest rivers in the Pyrenees! Setting off from Villelongue or Argelès-Gazost (15 mins’ drive from Luz, with transport available from Luz), set off on a fun and accessible descent suitable for everyone, by raft, kayak or on a ‘hot-dog’.

You’ll start off gently, carried along by the current… then the rapids come thick and fast, the waves splash and the adrenaline kicks in! Guided by your instructor, you’ll navigate the eddies in an atmosphere full of laughter, thrills and good humour.

Whether you’re in a team on a raft, enjoying more freedom in a kayak, or as a pair on a ‘hot-dog’, enjoy a fun, refreshing and thrilling activity in the heart of the Pyrenees!

Please note: rafting is open to everyone, provided you can swim

Book your activity with our partner service providers

from50 €

BUREAU DES GUIDES DE LUZ-SAINT-SAUVEURHIKING07 87 76 07 12

LA COMPAGNIE DU SUD - MAISON DES GUIDESHIKING06 75 86 65 70

from30 €

LUZ AVENTURE - GUIDES DE HAUTE MONTAGNEHIKING05 62 92 33 47

Swimming with the peaks ahead of me

Cool off safely in the outdoor swimming pool right in the heart of the village.

Splash about with your baby in the paddling pool and keep an eye on your children as they slide down the slide in the shallow end from the comfort of your towel, with your feet in the grass.

If you’re looking for a more active holiday, a 25-metre pool (accessible to people with reduced mobility) lets you time your laps in the open air with the mountains as your backdrop. Lifeguards are on hand to help you get to grips with the water and improve your performance through lessons available by booking throughout the summer

Open every day in July and August from 10.00 to 19.00. During the first fortnight of September, on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 12.00 to 18.00

€5/adult – €4/child under 12 – Free for children under 5

19, avenue de Saint-Sauveur – 05 62 92 83 60

Snack bar on site