scenic viewpoint
Pic du Midi Observatory
A legendary mountaintop observatory at 2,877 meters offering extraordinary panoramic views of the Pyrenean chain and stargazing experiences.
33 km · about 40 min drive
Occitanie, France · Europe
Tarbes sits on the route: 5 minutes from Soues, 37km from Col du Tourmalet.
Tarbes is a town located in Occitanie, France. With a population of 52,106, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Tarbes sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Tarbes to your route.
Tarbes (French pronunciation: [taʁb]; Gascon: Tarba) is a commune in the Hautes-Pyrénées department in the Occitanie region of southwestern France. It is the capital of Bigorre and of the Hautes-Pyrénées. It has been a commune since 1790. It was known as Turba or Tarba in Roman times. Tarbes is part of the historicalRead more
region of Gascony.
Formerly of strong industrial tradition, Tarbes today tries to diversify its activities, particularly in aeronautics and high tech around the different zones of activities which are increasing. The recent development of Tarbais beans and other regional specialties also shows a willingness to develop the agri-food industry thus justifying its nickname of "market town". Its 42,888 inhabitants are called Tarbaises and the Tarbais.
It is the seat of the diocese of Tarbes-et-Lourdes. The 1st Parachute Hussar Regiment and 35th Parachute Artillery Regiment are stationed in Tarbes.
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Tarbes is located in Occitanie, France, Europe. The coordinates are 43.2341 latitude, 0.0714 longitude.
Tarbes has a population of approximately 52,106 people, making it a town in France.
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scenic viewpoint
A legendary mountaintop observatory at 2,877 meters offering extraordinary panoramic views of the Pyrenean chain and stargazing experiences.
33 km · about 40 min drive
racetrack
Historic street circuit threading the parks and hairpins of Pau since 1933, the oldest city Grand Prix still run in France; hosts modern single-seater and classic racing each spring.
36 km · about 40 min drive
cafe
A rustic mountain hut cafe at the summit of the Col du Tourmalet (2,115m), the most-crossed pass in Tour de France history and a pilgrimage for cycling and driving enthusiasts.
37 km · about 40 min drive
famous road
The most frequently visited mountain pass in Tour de France history at 2,115 meters in the French Pyrenees.
37 km · about 40 min drive
mountain pass
A dramatic Pyrenean pass with a narrow, exposed corniche road section linking it to the Col du Soulor, offering vertiginous drops and mountain grandeur.
44 km · about 50 min drive
waterfall
France's tallest waterfall at 422 meters, plunging down the spectacular UNESCO-listed Cirque de Gavarnie amphitheater.
60 km · about 70 min drive
natural wonder
A colossal natural amphitheater in the Pyrenees with walls up to 1,500 meters high and Europe's tallest waterfall.
60 km · about 70 min drive
April to October
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