Little Train of Artouste
Region : Aquitaine
Description:
The Little Train of Artouste is the highest in Europe: rising to 2,000 meters above sea level, overlooking Lake Artouste and offering an unforgettable rideDuring your trip, you have the opportunity to see:
- Pic du Midi d'Ossau, Reviews
- The landscapes of Soussoueou,
- Lake Artouste
The museum M3 (say M cube) pleasantly complete the excursion (free admission)
It allows you to discover the history of hydropower and of the Train of Artouste in a fun and interactive way.
Planning:
Plan a full day excursion with the Main Excursion of at least a half day.The details of the organization and planning of the Main Excursion" is given on the page accessed by clicking here
In 2013, the train runs from June the 1st to October the 6th. Disclaimer : The management team of the destination has the possibility to change the opening days and hours without prior communication.
Comments:
Animations are set up, such as:- Train Shooting Stars,
- Summer Train
The html link at the bottom of this article allows you to access to the planning and to te details of these events Prepare your trip! : All the details and contacts are given on the page accessed by clicking here
Located at an altitude of 1794 m, the Pass Pourtalet overlooks the Aneou Circus and offers a magnificent view of the pic du Midi of Ossau at the north and of the Tena Valley in south (Spain).
Address:
Village de Fabreges64440 Laruns
The train is located in the heart of the valley of Ossau, at 1h00 in the South of Pau and at 30 minutes at the North of Panticosa (Spain).
From Pau, go south, towards Laruns and Zaragoza or towards Gan (D934).
From Huesca (Spain), go north (A136).
A daily bus line connects Pau Laruns
From Pau and Spain, at the exit of Laruns take the direction of Artouste - Pourtalet Pass
Then take the lift up to reach the railway in the mountain.
N 42°48'21'', O 00°25'06''
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