Holidays in Melles in the land of the bear, a natural destination between the Pyrenees of Haute-Garonne. A very welcoming mountain village clinging to the side of the Pyrenees, with a full southern exposure without vis-Ã -vis to enjoy the surrounding nature. On-site beautiful hikes, the botanical garden of the Pyrenees, skiing in the Mourtis resort (depending on the season), and simply living in Melle’s land of the Bear.
Melles bear country in the Pyrenees
It was in 1996 that the bear returned to the Pyrenees in the village of Melles in the Pyrenees Haut-Garonnaises. Twenty-five years after the introduction of the first Slovenian bear Ziva, and far from the controversy, the bear is now thriving again in the Pyrenees. A family hike leads to the reintroduction site where an imposing memorial stands.
Other hikes will satisfy all merchants, between forests, streams, lakes, and waterfalls. A beautiful eco-responsible cabin welcomes hikers on the heights of Aouéran.
The Botanical Garden of the Pyrenees
For flora lovers, the botanical garden of Melles brings together the most beautiful plants and flowers of the Pyrenees in the heart of the village. An ideal place to stroll, read, and rest in the shade of generous vegetation.
Merens horses in the summer pastures at Labach de Melles
Melles is involved in ecoforestry practices with Merens horses in the summer pastures at Labach de Melles. In addition to being beautiful horses, their presence ensures fire prevention by feeding on plants that are a little too invasive.
In Labach de Melles, a small hamlet above the village of Melles, Johanna, and Benoît take advantage of the wild nature to cultivate and transform medicinal and aromatic plants. All these beautiful plants will become herbal teas, balms, and other powdered toothpaste for Magic Mountain.
On-site accommodation for holidays
Several lodgings and rentals are available in the village and in Labach de Melles, such as the charming chalet l’Escouaraou or even La Safranada. And of course, the Auberge du Crabère reserves the best welcome to vacationers with its rooms and its catering with fresh and local products. Between a stay in Melles in the land of the bear or unusual stays for unforgettable getaways, there is only the embarrassment of choice.
