Pyrenees Mountain Excellence - Ski, bike and adventure specialists

Pyrenees Mountain Excellence - Ski, bike and adventure specialists Located in the tranquil village of Avajan and the stunning Louron Valley of the Pyrenees, you will find our lovingly restored old village post lodge.

Our concept at Pyrenees Mountain Excellence is very simple, we organise tailor made holidays to suit you and your needs so you can do as much or as little as you like whilst staying in our beautifully restored, luxurious Chalet. The perfect base from which to relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of modern life and enjoy the vast array of outdoor activities immediately available in the surro

unding peaks and valleys

The Pyrenees is an unspoilt wilderness of mountains, rivers, lakes, waterfalls with some of the most stunning scenery that France has to offer - the perfect location for winter and summer outdoor adventures, or simply just relaxing.. As well as our organised activity holiday itinerary, we can offer you the option of half board accommodation catering for groups with specialist pursuits in mind - ranging from serious cycling or hiking, right through to corporate team building events and artists' retreats, where the lodge is simply used as your base. L’Ancienne Poste was founded by James Dealtry who, along with an unquenchable thirst for the great outdoors and passion for the mountains, has nearly 20 years of experience in guiding and teaching groups in the mountains in both summer and winter. Thanks to his time spent in the Alps, James has learned to speak fluent French and gathered extensive experience in dealing with clients ranging from young families to high-end corporate hospitality. He has worked closely with luxury hotels and chalets. Full of enthusiasm for all the region has to offer, motivating, energetic and yet easy-going, he has an instinctive understanding of clients' needs on and off the mountain. With attention to detail that is second to none, you can rest assured that every element of your holiday will be taken care of to a very high standard, and with a sense of fun.

News Flash💥💥💥💥💥.I am delighted to announce that as from May 2026 onwards, the new owners of Chalet l'Ancienne Poste, (Da...
28/04/2026

News Flash💥💥💥💥💥.

I am delighted to announce that as from May 2026 onwards, the new owners of Chalet l'Ancienne Poste, (Danny and Jack) will be launching their fully catered and hosted chalet experience, bespoke dining, beautiful local wines and cheeses, and the kind of hospitality you have come to know and expect.

Some of you may remember Danny from the summer of 2016, he was our amazing in-house private chef along with his lovely wife Zoe.

Danny and Jack now run several lovely country pubs and hotels across Sussex and are literally hospitality through and through. They are genuinly good people who care deeply about guests needs and experiences and would always go the extra mile, which is why I know they will succeed in the Pyrenees.

That said, I also know first hand how daunting it can be when starting out in a new venture, you literally need all the help you can get, therfore I would be incredibly grateful if you could support them in the same way you’ve supported me over the years.

As you can imagine, I have a great attachment to the property and business that I created from scratch and I would love nothing more than to see it thrive and grow with it's new owners.

It's an incredibly special place that should be experienced and enjoyed by all and I know that with these great guys at the helm it will continue to do so for future generations to come.

Once again a huge thank you to you all and please join me in helping spread the word far and wide by sharing the link below to their new website and social media links.

https://www.coalretreats.com

Wishing you all a fantastic summer holiday with Danny and Jack Chez l'Ancienne Poste Avajan.

All the best...

James x

12/12/2025

BIG NEWS💥💥💥

In December 1995, as a cheeky 18 year old, I told my parents I was taking a gap year to do a ski season. What ensued was the greatest adventure of my life as I headed to the Alps to pursue a career in the travel and hospitality industry. It’s been the most amazing journey, from achieving my French Instructor/guide badge in Val d’Isere with the E.S.F, to renovating and running my own ski chalet here in the Pyrenees. But time marches on and thirty gap years later, this journey, like all good things, has to come to an end. It’s time for a new adventure, somewhere else.

I’m a little sad to be retiring from this industry. I have loved every step of my journey and met some incredible people along the way, many of whom have become lifelong friends. However, I feel the time is now right to pass the baton over to a younger generation so that I can pursue new goals and challenges.

The new owners are a young and dynamic team who I know will elevate the business to a whole new level. I will of course post details of their new website and contact details in due course, as I know they would be incredibly grateful for your continued support.

On a personal note I would like to take this opportunity to thank every single one of you that have supported me and the business over the years. I am incredibly grateful to you all, and I wish you good health and happiness for the future.

As for me, it’s going to be sand dunes and salty air all the way, and although not quite as fresh-faced as I was in 1995, I am just as excited about this new chapter as that 18 year old was back in the day. Thirty-first gap year, here I come....

Merry Christmas Everyone and all the very best for 2026.

Love James ###

💥💥💥SPECIAL OFFER💥💥💥We currently have one week left to sell this summer season, the 19th - 26th August and rather than ha...
14/06/2025

💥💥💥SPECIAL OFFER💥💥💥

We currently have one week left to sell this summer season, the 19th - 26th August and rather than have an empty week, we have decided to do a one off Special Offer, which comprises of a 50% reduction!!!

€450.00 per person and includes the following -

7 x nights half board accommodation.
(All rooms are en-suite)
6 x 3 course evening meals lovingly prepared by your own private chef.
7 x Hearty breakfast.
Daily afternoon Tea with freshly made cake/cookies.
All alcohol and soft drinks during your stay.

Also included in this offer, is total exclusivity of the Chalet for your group at no extra cost (minimum group size of 4)

This offer is on a first come, first served basis and will go quickly, so get in touch with James now on +33 6 09 49 73 80 or via email on [email protected]

Your Pyrenean adventure starts here...

Always a joy to wake up to this....Your Pyrenean Adventure Starts Here...
08/02/2025

Always a joy to wake up to this....

Your Pyrenean Adventure Starts Here...

What a beautiful day !!!!Your Pyrenean Adventure Starts Here...
02/02/2025

What a beautiful day !!!!

Your Pyrenean Adventure Starts Here...

Magical Morning !!!!! Couldn't be better timed for the Half Term Holidays !!!! Your Pyrenean adventure starts here...
01/02/2025

Magical Morning !!!!! Couldn't be better timed for the Half Term Holidays !!!!

Your Pyrenean adventure starts here...

What an incredible start to the winter season !!! And the best bit is that not only is there more snow forecast, but we ...
13/12/2024

What an incredible start to the winter season !!!

And the best bit is that not only is there more snow forecast, but we still have some availability for this winter, but not for long with conditions like these, so don't delay, contact us now.

For more information on any of our holidays, please visit www.pyreneesmountainexcellence.com

Your Pyrenean Adventure starts here...

EXCITING NEWS UPDATE...Sorry you haven't heard from us in a while, but the reason for this is that we've been incredibly...
29/11/2024

EXCITING NEWS UPDATE...

Sorry you haven't heard from us in a while, but the reason for this is that we've been incredibly busy organising an exciting re-branding of our business...

Since we first opened the doors of L’Ancienne Poste back in 2011, a lot has changed here in Avajan and the valley du Louron. Back then, our core business was mainly winter sports and we operated almost exclusively as a ski chalet for the winter seasons.

Fast forward to today and the valley surrounding Avajan has now become a year-round destination and one giant aventure playground for outdoor activity enthusiasts, extending far beyond the winter season of skiing and snow-boarding, into the spring, autumn and summer months when the area is transformed into a mecca for every mountain sport imaginable.

What all of that leads to is this: the valley has been re-branded and now we are, too. We’re re-launching our business with a fresh new look, along with upgrades and renovations to the Chalet, and a great new name and website that better reflects the excellent product and service we offer.

Welcome to "Pyrenees Mountain Excellence"

www.pyreneesmountainexcellence.com

So that’s it: while the warm welcome and the log-burning fire still remain, along with the excellent food and first-class service you’ve come to expect, we’re so much more than just a winter destination now. We’re here year-round for all your outdoor adventures and our aim is to always leave you wanting to return year after year...

Please check out our new website, and any shares to help get our new brand out there would be greatly appreciated !!

Your Pyrenean adventure starts here....

At the heart of Pyrenees Mountain Excellence lies a simple yet profound promise: to design and deliver adventure holidays that are as unique as our guests.

ATTENTION ALL MOUNTAIN BIKERS...We currently have availability in our beautifully restored mountain chalet for the upcom...
24/03/2024

ATTENTION ALL MOUNTAIN BIKERS...

We currently have availability in our beautifully restored mountain chalet for the upcoming UCI World Cup Downhill and Enduro events. (5th to 8th September 2024)

These spectacular, and not to be missed events take place during the reputed Pyreeness Bike festival which is based in our stunning Vallee du Louron.

Attracting thousands of people from all over the world, the festival offers not only the chance to see top level riders and professionals pushing their limits to the max, but with its blend of stands, shops, demostrations, amateur races and live music concerts, it truly is a unique and incredible experience for any biking enthusiast...

So if you, or any of your fellow riders wish to either take part or just enjoy soaking up the atmosphere whilst leaving the pro's to it, then please contact

[email protected] for more details.

Your Pyrenean adventure starts here...

NEWS FLASH !!!!! FEB HALF TERM NOW AVAILABLE...Due to a cancellation we now have February half term week available, 17-2...
02/09/2023

NEWS FLASH !!!!! FEB HALF TERM NOW AVAILABLE...

Due to a cancellation we now have February half term week available, 17-24th 2024.

So if you're looking for a different family ski destination this winter, then why not come and experience what the hidden gem that is the Pyrenees has to offer...

As well as being pampered in our lovingly restored lodge, which includes your own Private chef, you will also receive FREE, private, morning ski lessons from your host James (ESF Qualified instructor) so whatever your age or level, you are all guaranteed to leave as better skiers...

For prices and more information about this offer, please contact James directly on [email protected]

Your Pyrenean Adventure starts here...

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Le Village
Avajan
65240

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