Bagnères de Bigorre is known for its skiing and other outdoor activities. The town is also the site of the Aquensis thermal spa, which uses mineral water in its pools.Official Site: Aquensis Thermal Waters

Thanks to its "exceptional" surroundings, the town has been a Tour de France stage host nine times.Tour de France: Stage 9 - Toulouse to Bagnères-de-Bigorre

Bagnères de Bigorre is the arrival point for stage nine of the 2008 Tour de France on July 13. Racers start in Toulouse and will trek 224 kilometers to reach Bagnères.VeloNews: STAGE 9: Toulouse—Bagnères-de-Bigorre

The stage presents some challenges, including small hills and "tough" climbs through the town of Luchon.Bikeradar.com: Stage 9: Toulouse - Bagnères-de-Bigorre

1. Lavelanet
2. Aurillac
3. Plumelec
4. Cerilly
5. Cuneo
6. Digne les Bains
7. Figeac
8. Foix
9. Hautacam
10. Lannemezan

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