Lake Gaube is one of the wonders of the GR10. This lake highlights in the landscape the Vignemale massif which is located at the bottom of the valley 600 meters higher. Its ease of access makes it a privileged site for day walkers, and its beauty attracts crowds, but don't deprive yourself of stopping for a moment. The spectacle is magnificent both upstream and downstream of the lake. The Hôtellerie du lac de Gaube will also be an opportunity for a little refreshment or a particularly nice snack if you are arriving from the Haute Route Pyrénéenne (HRP).

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June 4, 2020

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The Lac de Gaube is one of numerous mountain lakes on the French side of the Pyrenees. It is located in the Hautes-Pyrénées department (Occitania region) and is about a three-hour walk from Cauterets. It lies at an altitude of 1725 m and is fed from the surrounding, mostly underground, tributaries of the meltwater of the glaciers of the Vignemale massif. From there there are relatively rare ascents to the Pic de Vignemale. The lake became famous in its representation by Stanislaus von Kalckreuth (1855).

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Marc

September 26, 2021

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Highly recommended tour with or without the lift that takes you up to the level of the lake. The changing views please, only the large parking lot is very off-putting.

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1. Lac de Gaube and Refuge des Oulettes

16.5km

05:20

690m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lake Gaube – Pont d'Espagne loop from Parking du Puntas

7.43km

02:21

290m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Lake Gaube loop from Cauterets

4.49km

01:31

230m

220m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Cauterets, Argelès-Gazost, Occitania, France

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1. Lac de Gaube and Refuge des Oulettes

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3. Lake Gaube loop from Cauterets

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