Chris and Keren Bland, Allons-y Pyrenees, Thuy, France, cycling, running, walking, skiing, snowboarding, relax

RUNNING

From our base there are some great runs to discover, whether it be on the flat or taking in some steep hills. Running in the Pyrenees can offer fantastic training and spectacular scenery.

There is also a great undulating 10k route around the local lake where you can also swim (subject to local conditions). Slightly more challenging in the winter months!

There are miles of off-road routes through the local woods offering welcome shade from the sun during the summer months.

"I discovered loads of new places to explore and the rural runs I was shown by the team were amazing"

In our information area there are many recommended routes to choose from according to whether you want a 6k road run or a 20k multi terrain run!

If you fancy some more testing runs then head up into the mountains and choose from one of the many routes available.

There are also many races over next few monthsthat you can take part in ranging from 10ks like the Bagneres Semi marathon June 21st to the 'La Grand Raid des Pyrenees' taking place Aug 28th - 30th over 2 courses 75km or 150 km.

Tourmalet Duathlon Sat 20th June.
Bagneres-Tarbes Semi marathon Sunday 21st June
Val d'Aran Duathlon 12.5km(420m climbing), 82km bike (2,185m climbing)
10km run incorporates French National Championships.
'Ronde des Fleurs' 10km race in Bagneres de Luchon
'La Grand Raid des Pyrenees' Aug 28th-30th 2 courses 75km or 150km
'La Panoramique' Sept 6th 18;4km raod race climbing from Luchon to the ski resort of Superbagneres.
'Foulece de Plateau Lannemezan' Sept 20th - 15km trail race, mixed terrain.
Toulouse Marathon Oct 25th 2009
Pau Marathon 15th November 09

If you would like more info on any of the above or races at different times of the yr contact allons-y-pyrenees@hotmail.co.uk

A great spot for some mountain training in Hautacam.