Location
Salechan Village near Luchon
Our Bed and breakfast is set in the beautiful pyrenean village of Salechan, twenty kilometres from Luchon, a beautiful spa town, nestled in the Midi-Pyrenees region of France.
Ideally located at the foot of the Pyrenees, we are currently served by Tarbes/Lourdes Airport just 50 minutes away with daily flights from Paris and London Stanstead. Just 124 kms away is the ever expanding Toulouse Airport with several flights a day from the UK and Europe. Getting to Chateau De La Lanette by car after your flight could also not be easier from either of the mentioned airports. Either way you are almost straight onto the A64 Motorway which takes you to the Montrejeau exit, and then you can wind through the beautiful countryside until you reach your destination.
In addition to this we have the railway line which serves our 2 nearest towns of St Gaudens and Luchon. This run directly past us twice a day.
Our Bed and breakfast is set in the beautiful pyrenean village of Salechan, twenty kilometres from Luchon, a beautiful spa town, nestled in the Midi-Pyrenees region of France.
Ideally located at the foot of the Pyrenees, we are currently served by Tarbes/Lourdes Airport just 50 minutes away with daily flights from Paris and London Stanstead. Just 124 kms away is the ever expanding Toulouse Airport with several flights a day from the UK and Europe. Getting to Chateau De La Lanette by car after your flight could also not be easier from either of the mentioned airports. Either way you are almost straight onto the A64 Motorway which takes you to the Montrejeau exit, and then you can wind through the beautiful countryside until you reach your destination.
In addition to this we have the railway line which serves our 2 nearest towns of St Gaudens and Luchon. This run directly past us twice a day.
Activities
Bagneres de Luchon
In the elegant spa town of Luchon you will find plenty of things to do. In the summer months there is an outdoor swimming pool and paddling pool with 360 deg of mountain views. A cable car which takes you to the top of the mountain Superbagneres, where you can picnic or walk and take in the stunning views of the area.
A tourist train which takes you several routes to discover the town and its surrounding villages.
2 childrens parks, crazy golf, tennis courts, carousel, trampolines and lots of restaurants and cafes.
There is also the famous thermal spa baths where you can spend some ‘you time’ enjoying spa treatments or just taking in the waters.
St Bertrand de Comminges
About a 15 minute drive from here. An important site on the pilgrimage of St Jaques. You will find roman ruins, a Romanesque church and an 11th century cathedral. The walled village itself is a lovely way to pass a morning, visit the cathedral, cafes, shops and you will find exhibitions and fetes in the summer months.
Grottes de Gargas & Nestploria
Take a guided tour around the prehistoric caves to see the famous handprints and animals on the walls. Next door in Nestploria you will find an interactive visitor centre exploring pre-historic times.
Grottes de Labastide
Take a tour back in time to explore caves with stalagmites and stalagtites, a guide will tell you about life in the middle ages. Children get to do paintings on walls and watch how to make fire from flint. There is also a picnic area, zip wire and assault course to keep the children entertained.
Lourdes
Most famous for its Christian pilgrimages following an apparition in 1858. Here you can discover the grotte where the apparition happened, a huge basilica, churches, tourist train and many shops, cafes and restaurants.
Chateau de Mauvezin
Take a step back in time. Explore the castle and ramparts and its medieval weapons. In the summer months you can see a medieval spectacle with jugglers, firebreathers and plays.
In the elegant spa town of Luchon you will find plenty of things to do. In the summer months there is an outdoor swimming pool and paddling pool with 360 deg of mountain views. A cable car which takes you to the top of the mountain Superbagneres, where you can picnic or walk and take in the stunning views of the area.
A tourist train which takes you several routes to discover the town and its surrounding villages.
2 childrens parks, crazy golf, tennis courts, carousel, trampolines and lots of restaurants and cafes.
There is also the famous thermal spa baths where you can spend some ‘you time’ enjoying spa treatments or just taking in the waters.
St Bertrand de Comminges
About a 15 minute drive from here. An important site on the pilgrimage of St Jaques. You will find roman ruins, a Romanesque church and an 11th century cathedral. The walled village itself is a lovely way to pass a morning, visit the cathedral, cafes, shops and you will find exhibitions and fetes in the summer months.
Grottes de Gargas & Nestploria
Take a guided tour around the prehistoric caves to see the famous handprints and animals on the walls. Next door in Nestploria you will find an interactive visitor centre exploring pre-historic times.
Grottes de Labastide
Take a tour back in time to explore caves with stalagmites and stalagtites, a guide will tell you about life in the middle ages. Children get to do paintings on walls and watch how to make fire from flint. There is also a picnic area, zip wire and assault course to keep the children entertained.
Lourdes
Most famous for its Christian pilgrimages following an apparition in 1858. Here you can discover the grotte where the apparition happened, a huge basilica, churches, tourist train and many shops, cafes and restaurants.
Chateau de Mauvezin
Take a step back in time. Explore the castle and ramparts and its medieval weapons. In the summer months you can see a medieval spectacle with jugglers, firebreathers and plays.
Further Afield
Within an hour or so drives from here you will find several of the regions cities. Toulouse, Tarbes, Pau, and Foix all have numerous museums, gardens, shops and plenty of restaurants to easily spend a day.
Approximately 200 km from here you will find the small principality of Andorra. You will find lots of duty free savings here, designer shops, aside from that beautiful scenery and an excellent ski resort.
The medieval walled city of Carcassonne is about a 2 hour drive from here. Spend a day exploring the castle ruins and ramparts, shops and restaurants. In the summer months you will lots of medieval festivals, firework displays and shows.
If you fancy a day at the beach we are a 2 hour drive from Biarritz on the Atlantic and Narbonne and Perpignan on the Mediteranean.
Approximately 200 km from here you will find the small principality of Andorra. You will find lots of duty free savings here, designer shops, aside from that beautiful scenery and an excellent ski resort.
The medieval walled city of Carcassonne is about a 2 hour drive from here. Spend a day exploring the castle ruins and ramparts, shops and restaurants. In the summer months you will lots of medieval festivals, firework displays and shows.
If you fancy a day at the beach we are a 2 hour drive from Biarritz on the Atlantic and Narbonne and Perpignan on the Mediteranean.
Natural Beauty Spots
The Pyrenees is an area of outstanding natural beauty and is a walker’s paradise. There are so many mountains, waterfalls, and lakes to explore but a few of our favourites are
Granges D’Astau and Lac D’OO are about a 40 minute drive from here over the Col de Perysourde. It is a beautiful area to picnic, take in the views and throw stones in the river. The Granges D’Astau has 2 restaurants which open April – Oct serving local cuisine at reasonable prices. This is the base for the 1 ½ hike to Lac D’OO. A shaded walk to the top where you will find several waterfalls running into the lake. There is an auberge here. If you want to hike on further there are many more trails to take.
Valley De Lys
Take a drive to the town of Luchon and follow the road to Superbagneres. Fork off to the left and take the road signposted for Valley De Lys. It’s a stunning base to explore the many short or long circular walks. There is a restaurant, picnic areas by the river and the Cascade D’Enfer.
Hospice De France
Also on the route to Superbagneres another area of outstanding beauty. You can choose marked walks from as little as an hour up to several hours, and ranging in difficulty. At the base is an auberge selling food and drinks.
Artigua De Lin
Just over the border into Spain the stunning beauty continues. Take the road through to Bossost , a typical mountain town with lots of shops and restaurants by the river. Then carry on about 10km until you see a sign on the right hand side for Es Bordes. Drive the breathtaking climb to the top to see several stunning waterfalls, picnic area and a huge basin from which to start many walks. On the way back take the mountain road over the Col De Portillon from Bossost into Luchon.
Pic du Gar
A 5 minute drive from here you will find the village of Bezins Garaux where you can start your hike to the top of the Pic Du Gar. About a 3 hour hike passing many natural water sources for water stops. At the top you can see for miles across the Pyrenees.
Vallee Louron & Lac Genos
Over in the next valley you will find Lac Genos. You can easily spend a day here, there is a lake to walk around and a small castle to explore. The views are stunning and you can watch parapents come down, relax by the lake or take a walk to the old watermill.
Further a field you will find Gavarnie the Unesco world heritage site, Pont D’Espagne, Cauterets and the observatory at the Pic Du Midi
Granges D’Astau and Lac D’OO are about a 40 minute drive from here over the Col de Perysourde. It is a beautiful area to picnic, take in the views and throw stones in the river. The Granges D’Astau has 2 restaurants which open April – Oct serving local cuisine at reasonable prices. This is the base for the 1 ½ hike to Lac D’OO. A shaded walk to the top where you will find several waterfalls running into the lake. There is an auberge here. If you want to hike on further there are many more trails to take.
Valley De Lys
Take a drive to the town of Luchon and follow the road to Superbagneres. Fork off to the left and take the road signposted for Valley De Lys. It’s a stunning base to explore the many short or long circular walks. There is a restaurant, picnic areas by the river and the Cascade D’Enfer.
Hospice De France
Also on the route to Superbagneres another area of outstanding beauty. You can choose marked walks from as little as an hour up to several hours, and ranging in difficulty. At the base is an auberge selling food and drinks.
Artigua De Lin
Just over the border into Spain the stunning beauty continues. Take the road through to Bossost , a typical mountain town with lots of shops and restaurants by the river. Then carry on about 10km until you see a sign on the right hand side for Es Bordes. Drive the breathtaking climb to the top to see several stunning waterfalls, picnic area and a huge basin from which to start many walks. On the way back take the mountain road over the Col De Portillon from Bossost into Luchon.
Pic du Gar
A 5 minute drive from here you will find the village of Bezins Garaux where you can start your hike to the top of the Pic Du Gar. About a 3 hour hike passing many natural water sources for water stops. At the top you can see for miles across the Pyrenees.
Vallee Louron & Lac Genos
Over in the next valley you will find Lac Genos. You can easily spend a day here, there is a lake to walk around and a small castle to explore. The views are stunning and you can watch parapents come down, relax by the lake or take a walk to the old watermill.
Further a field you will find Gavarnie the Unesco world heritage site, Pont D’Espagne, Cauterets and the observatory at the Pic Du Midi
Outdoor Activities
Adventure Park
Just a 5 minute drive away in Cierp Gaud you will find an adventure park crammed with activities for all ages from 3 - adult. Pyrenees Ho is open most of the year and activities include climbing, abseiling, via ferrata, bike tracks, mazes and lots more. www.pyrenees-ho.com or call 0561940836 for details
Rafting
Also 5 minutes away in Fronsac you will find a base from which can explore the river Garonne. Antignac rafting offers you the opportunity to try rafting, canoeing and kayaking. These activities can be done individually or in groups and can be booked in advance. www.h2o-vives.com or call 0562001940 for reservations.
Parapenting
From the heights of Superbagneres in Luchon, you can enjoy the views of the highest peaks in the pyrenees whilst in free fall. One of the ultimate experiences in the area, this is a must for the adventurous!!
Just a 5 minute drive away in Cierp Gaud you will find an adventure park crammed with activities for all ages from 3 - adult. Pyrenees Ho is open most of the year and activities include climbing, abseiling, via ferrata, bike tracks, mazes and lots more. www.pyrenees-ho.com or call 0561940836 for details
Rafting
Also 5 minutes away in Fronsac you will find a base from which can explore the river Garonne. Antignac rafting offers you the opportunity to try rafting, canoeing and kayaking. These activities can be done individually or in groups and can be booked in advance. www.h2o-vives.com or call 0562001940 for reservations.
Parapenting
From the heights of Superbagneres in Luchon, you can enjoy the views of the highest peaks in the pyrenees whilst in free fall. One of the ultimate experiences in the area, this is a must for the adventurous!!