All the ski stations in the valley except Hautacam were open at the weekend, with good snow reported at all stations. 3000 skiers were reported on the Tourmalet on Saturday, with 1500 at Luz Ardiden and 2500 at Cauterets. Approx 50% of the slopes were open. The managers of Tourmalet, Luz and Cauterets said they expect to have 100% open by next weekend.
View of Pic du Long from one of our bedrooms.
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