Argelès-Gazost, Administrative commune in Hautes-Pyrénées, France
Argelès-Gazost is a commune in the Hautes-Pyrénées at around 460 meters elevation, located in the foothills of the Pyrenees. It functions as an administrative center serving the surrounding canton and provides public facilities for residents and visitors.
The settlement grew into a regional administrative center during the 20th century, experiencing notable population growth in the 1960s. Since then, demographic patterns have shifted, though it has maintained its position as a subprefecture serving the canton.
The Petit Théâtre de la Gare hosts performances throughout the year, creating a local hub for artistic expression. The media library serves as a complementary space where residents and visitors can explore cultural and educational resources.
The town center is compact and easy to navigate on foot, with administrative buildings and public services located near each other. Allow time to explore the surrounding areas, especially if interested in nearby mountain landscapes and outdoor activities.
The Pyrénées Animal Park within the area showcases native mountain wildlife, allowing visitors to observe regional species in close quarters. This facility provides hands-on insight into the fauna that inhabits the Pyrenean environment.
Location: canton of Argelès-Gazost
Location: Hautes-Pyrénées
Location: arrondissement of Argelès-Gazost
Elevation above the sea: 452 m
Shares border with: Ayzac-Ost, Ayros-Arbouix, Boô-Silhen, Gez, Lau-Balagnas, Arcizans-Avant, Arras-en-Lavedan
Address: 65400 Argelès-Gazost, France
Phone: +33562972266
Email: dgs@mairie-argeles-gazost.com
Website: http://argeles-gazost.fr
GPS coordinates: 43.00250,-0.09861
Latest update: December 20, 2025 02:50
Pyrénées Animal Park
1.4 km
Lavedan
300 m
Lycée climatique d'Argelès-Gazost
375 m
Église Saint-Germé de Gez
1.4 km
Église Saint-André d'Ayzac
2.2 km
Église Saint-Vincent de Silhen
2 kmWater well, drinking fountain
362 m
Chapelle Sainte-Marie-Madeleine d'Ayzac-Ost
2.2 km
Église Saint-Saturnin d'Argelès-Gazost
452 m
Église Saint-Laurent de Lau
812 m
Chapelle Sainte-Castère de Lau-Balagnas
778 m
Château d'Ourout
317 mScenic viewpoint
293 mCalvaire
1.7 kmCatholic church building, wayside cross
88 mCatholic church building, wayside cross
1.5 kmWayside cross
691 mWayside shrine
1.9 kmMonument aux Géodésiens
904 mWayside cross, Catholic church building
556 mBoutique Galerie Rachel
497 mMonument aux Morts
821 mCatholic church building, wayside cross
1.3 kmWayside cross
659 mWayside cross
1.4 kmWayside cross
1.4 kmMemorial
2.2 kmWayside cross
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