The association of snowboard clubs and competitors, Riders Ready, is organizing this French snowboard cup, approved by the FFS (French Ski Federation), in partnership with several resorts. The competitions on February 28 and March 1 will take place in the Ossau Valley, in Gourette! All races are open to FFS license holders and non-license holders over the age of 15.

This season, the CDSA64 is organizing the French Adaptive Alpine Skiing Championships from March 18 to 21, 2026, at the Gourette resort, with numerous partners (Comité Départemental de Ski 64, the Department, local ski clubs, the Gourette resort itself, etc.). On this occasion, nearly 150 skiers, accompanied by around 100 club volunteers and instructors, mostly from the Alps but also from the Pyrenees, will compete over three days in three race disciplines (slalom, Super G, Giant Slalom, Parallel Slalom).

Winter is here, and so are its snow activities! The ski resorts of the Ossau Valley welcome you: - Gourette from December 6, 2025, to March 29, 2026 - Artouste from December 20, 2025 to March 8, 2026 (Please note: from January 5 to February 2 and from March 2 to March 8, the resort is only open on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays).

The road between the Aubisque Pass and the Soulor Pass, as well as the Bious-Artigues road, are now closed to traffic for the winter season.

Discover the mountains and experience exceptional adventures with complete peace of mind! Canyoning, rafting, mountain biking, guided hiking, climbing, caving, etc.: there's a whole host of outdoor activities on offer, and to make sure you get the most out of them in complete safety, state-qualified professionals are on hand to provide you with unforgettable experiences.

In the course of your walk, you may encounter the local guarding-dogs. These are large white dogs whose task is to guard the flocks. It is essential to adapt your behaviour for your own safety and that of the flock. For more information, you can find documentation on guard dogs at tourist information offices in the Ossau Valley.

TERRA AVENTURA CONNECTED TREASURE HUNT With the free Terra Aventura app, go on an adventure and let yourself be surprised by unexpected discoveries! Live a unique experience on foot in the villages of Sainte Colome, Bielle, Gère-Bélesten, Eaux-Bonnes, Gourette, Bilhères en Ossau and bike from the Buzy Cross to Bescat, all while having fun!

To make my trek successful and travel the kilometers of trails safely, there are some universal rules to respect, some good gestures to adopt.