To reach the Pic one ascends by cable-car from La Mongie in fourteen minutes and then step out to the panorama offered of the Pyrénées and the great southern plains - it is unforgettable. There are 600 square metres of terraces and guides help visitors explore over 300 kilometres of summits and peaks and explain all about the wildlife here in the mountains. Since 1880 the Pic has been dedicated to the exploration of the universe and remains the highest observation platform in Europe and the research centre for the sun and the magnetism of the stars. www.picdumidi.com

For an unforgettable experience why not make the descent from the Pic du Midi by moonlight!? This opportunity exists only on just four nights of the winter when there is a full moon – 21st December 2010, 19th January, 18th February and 19th March 2011. Ascent of the Pic du Midi to watch the sunset and a buffet supper are included in the package before you ski down by moonlight for nearly 1700 metres.