Looking for an authentic Pyrenean setting? Renting a snowboard in Hautacam is the perfect way to spend a fun-filled day or holiday overlooking the peaks and Val d'Azun. A human-sized resort perched above Argelès-Gazost, it offers wide slopes and gentle slopes ideal for progress, with a few more challenging sections to enjoy when the snow is fresh.

The weather changes quickly in the mountains: prefer cold mornings after a snowfall for optimum grip, and spring-like late days for softer snow. Wind can make you feel even colder on ridges, so remember to layer up, slip on a light fleece and protect your face. Check the snow report and slope openings before setting off.