About skiing in Gourette
Gourette is an Ossau Valley ski village surrounded by steep Pyrenean scenery. The beginner zone and upper mountain sectors are different propositions: choose the lesson location rather than simply the nearest visible lift. A stay at Gourette removes the daily climb from Laruns but still needs a precise accommodation drop-off.
Ski areas and terrain
Bézou
Dedicated beginner terrain and lesson access.
Cotch
Varied red-run skiing below the surrounding rock walls.
Pène Blanque
Higher terrain; check weather and the descent options before ascending.
Piste difficulty: Bézou is the gentler learning choice. Cotch’s red terrain and the higher Pène Blanque routes suit progression; Edelweiss is a black-run option for stronger skiers.
Planning your arrival: Confirm the Gourette arrival stop and the walk to the property. Lodging lower in Eaux-Bonnes or Laruns needs a separate daily ski-base journey.
Conditions, open lifts and published piste totals can change. Official Gourette piste map ↗ Resort information ↗
GETTING THERE
Airport routes to Gourette
Each guide compares the available transport options from arrivals to the resort, including transfers and public transport where available.