Starry sky as seen from the Pic du Midi Spectacular Pyrenees

Pic du Midi de Bigorre View of the Pyrenees mountain range

At an altitude of almost 3,000 metres, the Pic du Midi de Bigorre offers you a breathtaking 360° panoramic view. Easy to reach, it appeals to nature lovers and those curious about heritage alike, who are fascinated by its human history, scientific legacy and observatories. Whether in summer or on autumn weekends, every visit to the summit is an invitation to see, feel and marvel at the top of one of the Pyrenees’ most iconic sites.

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At 2,877 metres, the Pic du Midi offers the most stunning view of the Pyrenees from its panoramic terraces and invites you on a journey amongst the stars thanks to its observatory, telescopes, astronomy museum and stargazing evenings.

Your visit begins with a 15-minute cable car ride from La Mongie, after which you’ll discover the spectacular view from the terraces. After taking a moment to admire the view from the ‘Ponton dans le ciel’, you’ll visit the interactive exhibits to learn more about the scientific adventure of this unique site, the International Dark Sky Reserve (RICE), and the historical instruments and artefacts used at the Pic du Midi.

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3 good ideas to explore the Pic du Midi Unusual

Let yourself be swept away by moments that are better experienced than described: step into the history of the Tourmalet as if you were really there, feel the excitement at the summit as you watch a concert bathed in the fading light, then feel your breath catch as you stand on the platform high in the sky. Here, every experience invites you to look beyond the surface and touch the unforgettable.

Discovery Idea

At the Maison du Tourmalet, discover an immersive 360° video presentation telling the story of the Tour de France’s highest mountain pass, narrated by Christian Prud’homme himself and featuring interviews with several champions.

Tourmalet House

An unusual concert

Come and cheer on your favourite artist on a stage at an altitude of 2,877 metres, with the Pyrenees as a backdrop – an extraordinary experience where the music echoes against the mountain peaks and the most beautiful sunset in the Pyrenees.

Events at Le Pic

Wow Moment

At certain times of the year, the Pic du Midi opens its doors in the evening so you can enjoy an exceptional panoramic view at sunset. The site’s guides will help you gain a better understanding of our star, the Sun.

Sunset

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How to get there:

From Luz, drive to La Mongie via Barèges then the Tourmalet road (in summer, 45 mins) or via Lourdes and Bagnères-de-Bigorre (in winter, 1 hour 15 mins).

Cable car service runs daily in summer from 9.00 am to 6.00 pm and in winter from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm, every 15 minutes
Closed between 12.30 pm and 2.00 pm outside the summer holidays (and at 5.30 pm) and during winter
Annual closure from 19 April to 22 May 2026 and from 2 November to 5 December 2026

Prices:

Adult: €53 · Child (under 18): €42 · Child (under 5): Free
Discounted rates when booking in advance: 20 per cent off per day

Safety precautions:

Children under 3, pregnant women and people with heart conditions are not permitted due to the site’s altitude.

Pets are not permitted.

Picnics are not permitted.

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Look up towards the stars...

The Pic du Midi International Dark Sky Reserve (RICE) protects and promotes the exceptional quality of the night sky in the Hautes-Pyrénées. More than half of the Hautes-Pyrénées region is committed to combating light pollution.

Originally a concern for astronomers, this issue now also affects the environment, culture and the economy: the starry sky is now recognised as a genuine natural and cultural heritage asset that must be preserved.