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Petit train d’Artouste

Laruns, France

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Petit train d’Artouste

A vintage narrow-gauge mountain train that climbs from a cable car station at Lake Fabrèges to the Artouste reservoir, about 10 km in roughly 55 minutes. Riders see cliffs, the Soussouéou valley and marmots along the route, then walk to the lake and dam at the top.

Highlights

  • Lake Fabrèges cable car
  • Soussouéou valley views
  • Narrow tunnel at the start

Good to know

  • Book timed tickets online in advance
  • Cable car queues can exceed 45 minutes
  • Sit in the back to avoid exhaust fumes

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