original_query: What is the significance of Cauterets in the Hautes-Pyrénées department?
query: What is the significance of Cauterets in the Hautes-Pyrénées department?
answer: Cauterets is a spa town, ski resort, and commune in the Hautes-Pyrénées department known for its thermal springs, history as a spa destination attracting notable figures like Victor Hugo and Queen Hortense, and its role in the development of winter sports in the Pyrenees.