Piau-Engaly

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Last review 8 months ago

Slopes

42 km
Advanced
Green
5.3 km 5 pistas
Blue
17.9 km 17 pistas
Red
11.6 km 11 pistas
Black
7.4 km 7 pistas

Season 2025/2026

Previous

December 6, 2025

April 20, 2026

Community Scores

Media 5 /5
Snow quality
5
Grooming
5
No queues
5

Information & Sources

Data Source Official Website
Required level
Beginners Mixed Advanced
Updated Mar 6, 2026
Altitude
Máxima 2600m
Mínima 1420m
Vertical drop
1180 m
Desnivel

Ski Map

FORFAIT PASS
Precio/Día

44.50€

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Weather

Updated: Aug 2, 2026, 10:24 AM
Week outlook Check the detailed forecast
Storm risk Up to 21 mm of precipitation
Sun, Aug 2 Today

23° 13°

Wind 9 km/h
Precipitation 0 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Mon, Aug 3

22° 13°

Wind 20 km/h
Precipitation 0 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Tue, Aug 4

22° 12°

Wind 8 km/h
Precipitation 5 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Wed, Aug 5

21° 13°

Wind 7 km/h
Precipitation 1 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Thu, Aug 6

17° 11°

Storm risk
Wind 11 km/h
Precipitation 13 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Fri, Aug 7

17° 10°

Wind 8 km/h
Precipitation 7 mm
Snowfall 0 cm
Sat, Aug 8

12°

Storm risk
Wind 6 km/h
Precipitation 21 mm
Snowfall 0 cm

Source: Open-Meteo

About the resort

🏔️ History
Conceived in the late 1960s and built between 1975 and 1985, Piau-Engaly is one of the Pyrenees' most unique, eco-designed resorts. Its distinctive concentric arch buildings were crafted to follow the mountain's contours and maximize sunlight. With slopes reaching 2,600m, it frequently boasts the deepest natural snow cover in the range.

☀️ Best days
Mid-January to early February. Thanks to its extreme altitude, natural powder is often exceptional during this time, and the mid-week vibe is deeply tranquil.

🚫 Days to avoid
Days with heavy storms or high winds. Lacking tree cover at its highest points, the chairlifts are wind-sensitive and prone to closure during bad weather.

💡 Community tip
Village amenities and nightlife are limited, which reinforces its relaxed, pure mountain-sports atmosphere. Be prepared for the drive—the access road can be tricky during heavy snowfalls, so chains are essential. The Edeneo wellness center is highly recommended for post-ski recovery.

Nearest Airports

Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport

LDE
85 km
80 min drive

Pau Pyrénées Airport

PUF
120 km
95 min drive

Toulouse-Blagnac Airport

TLS
170 km
130 min drive

Train Stations

Lannemezan

Direct transfer available
55 km
60 min drive transfer

🚗 Main access: From Lannemezan (exit 16 on the A64 motorway), head south on the D929 into the Vallée d'Aure, passing through Saint-Lary-Soulan. Continue on the D929 towards Aragnouet, and just before reaching the Bielsa-Aragnouet tunnel (the Spanish border), turn right onto the D118 mountain road for the final 7 km climb up to the resort at 1850m.

⚠️ Chains and weather: Piau-Engaly is the highest resort in the French Pyrenees, and its final access is a true high-mountain road. Winter tires or chains are strictly mandatory by law (Nov 1st - Mar 31st) and almost always needed after a snowfall. In extreme weather, the D118 road may temporarily close due to avalanche risk.

Local Tips

💡 True ski-in/ski-out: Piau is known for being one of the few 100% pedestrian resorts in the Pyrenees, with natural snow almost guaranteed thanks to its high altitude and north-facing slopes. You can literally ski out of your apartment building's front door.

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Balnéo

Balnéo

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Campbielh

Campbielh

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Combe de Piau

Combe de Piau

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Espace Débutant

Espace Débutant

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Front de Neige

Front de Neige

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Le Col

Le Col

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Pic de Piau

Pic de Piau

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Pic de Piau - Panoramique

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Snowpark

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TSD Engaly

TSD Engaly

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TSD Pic de Piau

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Tunnel Bielsa-Aragnouet - France

Tunnel Bielsa-Aragnouet - France

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Vallée du Badet

Vallée du Badet

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