I couldn’t have asked for a better way to turn 30- a skiing break in the Pyrenees. It had been over ten years since I last strapped on a pair of skis, so I was very excited to be back on the slopes.
The ski resorts of the Pyrenees are only about an hour and a half from Samatan. The one we went to, St Larys Soulan was a good choice- with lots of accommodation close to the slopes, and slopes for all abilities. It was quite busy since we went over a snowy January weekend, but still, it was just so fun to be skiing again, and I was happy to see I hadn’t really forgotten it at all. Like riding a bike.
The cable cars up the mountain had beautiful views and while not as picturesque as Alpine towns, the resort still had a cute Center and a good vibe. And the place we stayed was warm, cosy and a nice place to come back to after a day on the slopes. I just wish we’d had longer than a weekend! Can’t wait to go back next year, hopefully for longer.
St Larys Soulan is about two hours from Toulouse, and easy to do over a long weekend. There are different ski passes available to buy, and lots of shops to rent skis and supplies from. Lessons are also available. January and February tend to be more snow-sure than December, but the resort is high up so generally a safe bet.
Thanks everyone for making my 30th so special xx
