[{"content":"Municipal updates are shown below as cards. Edit Markdown in Git or use the Admin interface (Decap CMS).\n","date":null,"permalink":"https://saligos.skh.spdnova.xyz/en/actualites/","section":"News","summary":"\u003cp\u003eMunicipal \u003cstrong\u003eupdates\u003c/strong\u003e are shown below as \u003cstrong\u003ecards\u003c/strong\u003e. Edit Markdown in Git or use the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"/admin/\"\u003eAdmin\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e interface (Decap CMS).\u003c/p\u003e","title":"News"},{"content":"🏔️ The call of discovery: at the heart of the great sites #Adventure in Saligos–Vizos begins with the elements. Ideally placed on the road of the giants, our municipality is a natural stop for those exploring the Hautes-Pyrénées.\nThe cool of the valley and the awakening of the senses #Below, in Saligos, it is the song of the Gave that sets the rhythm. Visitors are invited to stroll along the banks where weeping willows trail their branches in crystal-clear water. It is a place of pure coolness, an ideal starting point southward to marvel at the Cirque de Gavarnie. A true temple of limestone listed as UNESCO World Heritage, this colossus of nature lies only a short distance from our village, offering a spectacular extension to your quest for grand landscapes.\nThe suspended balcony and the challenge of the peaks #Then the gaze rises towards Vizos. This perched village is a true belvedere on infinity. For the more athletic, Vizos is the prelude to effort: we stand at the gates of the mythical Col du Tourmalet. Heart of cycling legend, this giant of the Pyrenees awaits the brave for a climb etched in sporting history. To discover Vizos is to give yourself a moment of pure contemplation before taking on the slopes that made the greatest climbers famous.\nSaligos, in the heart of the Hautes-Pyrénées. 🏛️ Heritage: the legacy of centuries #The heritage of our municipality reflects a tough, proud mountain life, where every building tells of the labour and faith of those who came before.\nSpirituality set in stone #The soul of Saligos–Vizos also beats to the rhythm of age-old devotion. Our local churches—Saint-Barthélemy in Saligos and Notre-Dame de l’Assomption in Vizos—are havens of Romanesque peace, yet they sit within a wider spiritual landscape. Less than an hour away by road, the Marian city of Lourdes shines with worldwide recognition. That closeness lets travellers combine the grandeur of the great sanctuaries with the quiet of our mountain chapels.\nThe craft of stone and pastoral life #The soul of the village also lives in the details of its built heritage:\nMountain barns (granges foraines): scattered on the slopes, they recall the age of transhumance, when shepherds followed the seasons. Vernacular architecture: look for carved lintels and granite surrounds made to last for generations. Every house has its own character, a witness to Bigorre craftsmanship. Typical light and relief of the Pays Toy. ✨ An ancestral way of life #Coming to Saligos–Vizos means reconnecting with a certain idea of tradition. It is respect for voisinage—that mountain solidarity that survived the merger of the two communes in 2017. Today that union is our strength: it preserves a strong identity, that of the Pays Toy, where humility before the elements and sincere hospitality are cultivated.\nWhether you are a cyclist storming the Tourmalet, a pilgrim bound for high places of faith, or a lover of wild nature, Saligos–Vizos opens its doors. Here the mountain is not a backdrop—it is a soul that speaks to you.\nLanes and stone of the Pays Toy. Did you know? The word “Toy” (meaning “little” in old Gascon) was once an affectionate nickname for the people of our high valleys. Far from a slight, it is today the symbol of a mountain identity that will not be uprooted—and Saligos–Vizos is one of its proudest ambassadors.\n","date":null,"permalink":"https://saligos.skh.spdnova.xyz/en/","section":"Saligos–Vizos: whispers of water and mountain light","summary":"\u003ch2 id=\"-the-call-of-discovery-at-the-heart-of-the-great-sites\" class=\"relative group\"\u003e🏔️ The call of discovery: at the heart of the great sites \u003cspan class=\"absolute top-0 w-6 transition-opacity opacity-0 -start-6 not-prose group-hover:opacity-100\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"group-hover:text-primary-300 dark:group-hover:text-neutral-700\" style=\"text-decoration-line: none !important;\" href=\"#-the-call-of-discovery-at-the-heart-of-the-great-sites\" aria-label=\"Anchor\"\u003e#\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdventure in Saligos–Vizos begins with the elements. Ideally placed on the road of the giants, our municipality is a natural stop for those exploring the Hautes-Pyrénées.\u003c/p\u003e","title":"Saligos–Vizos: whispers of water and mountain light"},{"content":"The municipality of Saligos is publishing this information website to share news, council documents (in French), and practical visitor information for guests and holiday-home owners.\nPlease contact the town hall with corrections or suggestions.\n","date":"Apr 2, 2026","permalink":"https://saligos.skh.spdnova.xyz/en/actualites/2026-04-02-welcome-new-website/","section":"News","summary":"Launch of the information portal for news, council documents, and Pays Toy visitor information.","title":"Welcome to the new municipal website"},{"content":"","date":null,"permalink":"https://saligos.skh.spdnova.xyz/en/categories/","section":"Categories","summary":"","title":"Categories"},{"content":"Town hall #Postal address — please complete with your official reception point.\nPostcode: 65120 Saligos, France\nPhone / email — to be added by the administration.\nPublic hours #Add the days and times when the public can visit.\nCommon procedures # Civil registry — by appointment. Elections — see the official service-public.fr portal (FR). Planning — contact the town hall for local rules. Furnished lets — guidance on registration requirements. Legal notice #Publisher: Municipality of Saligos — represented by the mayor.\nHosting: to complete (e.g. Cloudflare Pages).\nEngine: static site built with Hugo and the Congo theme.\nBinding legal documents for the council are published in French on the Conseil municipal (FR) page.\nPersonal data: this site aims to minimise data collection; any analytics or forms will include appropriate GDPR information.\nCopyright: local photographs are provided by the municipality or rights are documented; external images are credited on the relevant pages.\nLocal photo credits #Village photos are served from /images/saligos/ (copied from the project Base_pictures/ folder).\n","date":null,"permalink":"https://saligos.skh.spdnova.xyz/en/demarches/","section":"Contact","summary":"\u003ch2 id=\"town-hall\" class=\"relative group\"\u003eTown hall \u003cspan class=\"absolute top-0 w-6 transition-opacity opacity-0 -start-6 not-prose group-hover:opacity-100\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"group-hover:text-primary-300 dark:group-hover:text-neutral-700\" style=\"text-decoration-line: none !important;\" href=\"#town-hall\" aria-label=\"Anchor\"\u003e#\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePostal address\u003c/strong\u003e — please complete with your official reception point.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePostcode\u003c/strong\u003e: 65120 Saligos, France\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhone / email\u003c/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eto be added by the administration.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","title":"Contact"},{"content":"The Pays Toy: an epic between sky and stone #Welcome to the realm of the “Petits” (the sense of Toy in Gascon): a land where the scale of the landscape is matched only by the strength of its traditions. From limestone giants to rushing torrents, the Pays Toy is a place of adventure, self-challenge and quiet reflection.\nHere are the experiences you should not miss during your stay with us.\n🏔️ Limestone giants: World Heritage #The Cirque de Gavarnie \u0026amp; La Brèche de Roland #A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Cirque de Gavarnie is a monumental natural amphitheatre. Its sheer walls hold one of Europe’s highest waterfalls. For seasoned hikers, the climb towards La Brèche de Roland—that legendary notch in the rock wall—opens a spectacular gateway into Spain.\nGavarnie, a limestone giant listed by UNESCO. The Cirque de Troumouse: majestic solitude #Less famous but just as vast, the Cirque de Troumouse offers a wild, almost lunar setting above 2,100 m. It is ideal for a timeless hike among marmots and summering flocks.\n🚴 The challenge of legends: sport and adrenaline #Climbing the Col du Tourmalet #For cyclists, the Col du Tourmalet is an icon. Riding its mythic hairpins is to follow in the wheel-tracks of the greatest Tour de France champions. At the summit, the “Giant” statue is the backdrop for an unforgettable photo facing the Pic du Midi.\nThe Tourmalet: 19 km of legend for lovers of the bike. High-octane fun in the valley #If you prefer adrenaline to contemplation, the Pays Toy becomes a playground:\nGiant zip line: soar above the Gave gorges for a feeling of total freedom. Downhill scooters: speed down mountain paths and woodland trails on all-terrain scooters—a mix of laughter and speed. Guaranteed thrills on the trails of the Pays Toy. 🏛️ Living stone: heritage and tradition #Villages and mills #The Pays Toy is dotted with architectural gems. Do not miss:\nThe church at Luz-Saint-Sauveur: a rare fortified church (known as the Templars’ church) that once served as shelter from raids. The mills of Sers, Barèges or Sazos: witnesses to the valley’s grain-milling past; some have been restored and show how people harnessed the power of water. History is written in the stone of our fortified churches. 🍽️ Local flavours: the Pays Toy on the plate #After a day on the peaks or wandering the valleys, Pyrenean cooking awaits—here, food is about sharing.\nGarbure and lamb #Garbure is the signature dish: a hearty soup-stew of cabbage, Tarbais beans and confit. It pairs beautifully with lamb from respectful high-mountain summer grazing.\nGâteau à la broche: king of the festivities #Baked slowly in front of the fire, this cone-shaped cake is the classic sweet treat. Its butter, rum and vanilla flavour is the mountain dweller’s ultimate comfort.\nGâteau à la broche, patiently baked by the hearth. ✨ Tips for your visit # Gain some height: do not leave without going up the Pic du Midi de Bigorre. Its skywalk offers a 360° view over the whole Pyrenean chain.\nRespect the mountains: the Pays Toy is a fragile jewel. Stay on marked paths and always take your litter away so these landscapes stay unspoiled.\nWhether you are chasing a sporting feat or a moment of peace at the foot of a centuries-old mill, the Pays Toy is waiting for you.\n","date":null,"permalink":"https://saligos.skh.spdnova.xyz/en/activites/","section":"Epic in the Pays Toy: nature, sport and traditions","summary":"\u003ch2 id=\"the-pays-toy-an-epic-between-sky-and-stone\" class=\"relative group\"\u003eThe Pays Toy: an epic between sky and stone \u003cspan class=\"absolute top-0 w-6 transition-opacity opacity-0 -start-6 not-prose group-hover:opacity-100\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"group-hover:text-primary-300 dark:group-hover:text-neutral-700\" style=\"text-decoration-line: none !important;\" href=\"#the-pays-toy-an-epic-between-sky-and-stone\" aria-label=\"Anchor\"\u003e#\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the realm of the “Petits” (the sense of \u003cem\u003eToy\u003c/em\u003e in Gascon): a land where the scale of the landscape is matched only by the strength of its traditions. 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