Forget the crowds of Val Thorens, this ski resort will guarantee you snow this winter.
The ski season has arrived! Looking for generous snow-covered slopes? Every winter, the abundance of snow is at the heart of the concerns of snow sports enthusiasts and choosing the right destination can make all the difference. If Savoie is acclaimed for being the beating heart of skiers from all over Europe, with in particular Val Thorens, a sure value thanks to its exceptional altitude which earns it the title of highest ski resort, or even Tignes, often considered to be one of the snowiest resorts in the Alps, there is a more confidential ski resort in the southwest of France which will allow you to enjoy just as much powder this winter.
The highest ski resort in the French Pyrenees perched at an altitude of 1,850 meters, this white paradise is renowned for being one of the best snow-covered in the entire massif, which is also popular for its abundant sunshine and its ski holidays at limited budgets. “Between 20 and 40 centimeters of snow per day are expected from this Sunday and for several days,” the resort announced to us, less than a week before opening this Friday, December 13. In January, 165 centimeters of snow are also expected, according to Skiinfo.
Located at the gates of the Pyrenees National Park with peaks reaching more than 3,000 meters, Piau Engaly has an extensive ski area with 40 slopes of all levels over 65 km, from green to black slopes, often protected from the wind. and mild weather, which allows for exceptional snow quality throughout the season. In addition to skiing, activities such as snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or even relaxation in a 130 m² spa open to the public in the heart of the resort are offered.
This station will also have the advantage of offering you a stay in the mountains in an authentic setting and protected from traffic jams since it is a slope-side station reserved for pedestrians. The Auberge de Piau at its foot is also an exceptional place with perfectly integrated architecture which has accommodation for all budgets (with prices starting at 25 euros), from single hotel-type rooms to family refuges or dormitories suitable for groups of friends. Its friendly and lively café with fireplace, billiards and table football, offers local cuisine and a unique rooftop, with a view of the slopes and the Pyrenees.
As you will have understood, this ski resort in the Pyrenees which has managed to preserve its authentic charm will guarantee you first-rate natural snow this winter. Snowboard enthusiast or not, it allows you to enjoy numerous natural activities in a setting protected from the crowds, powder and sun guaranteed! It is also the starting point for exploring the wild beauty of the Hautes-Pyrénées, the Aure Valley, the villages of Aragnouet and Saint Lary.