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A circular route to the Pic du Merdanson from Arthez-d’Asson
Visorando Member
8.93 mi
+3,855 ft
-3,865 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Arthez-d'Asson (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
An excellent way to climb the Merdanson whilst remaining almost entirely under tree cover, which is very pleasant in summer. No technical difficulties during the summer months. There is also the option of climbing the Pic de Pas de Broc.
=> Map and GPX track are very useful.
The valleys of Yerse and Aguée via Arriousec to Peyras
10.62 mi
+4,695 ft
-4,678 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Asson (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
On the forgotten trails of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre No. 5A long journey from the Ouzom Valley, through Les Aoules, to the Génies Valley, in the unfathomable Saint-Pé massif.In all seasons, the landscapes and forests are impressive and majestic.Its main attraction lies in the beauty of the two valleys crossed from end to end: the Yerse and the Aguée, sites of ancestral pastoralism where shepherds and their flocks lived from June to October. There are still many traces of this to be found.
Pas de Broc and Merdanson peaks loop from Durrieu
8.81 mi
+3,458 ft
-3,448 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Louvie-Juzon (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Circular route in the foothills of the Béarn Pyrenees. Beautiful views over the plains of Bruges Nay and, further afield, towards Pau. If Ossau is not visible, Durban, Montdragon and Moulle de Jaut beckon, as if inviting us to climb them soon. This hike can be completed as a round trip in 5½ to 6½ hours, including stops.
Soum de la Génie Braque circular loop via Cabanes d'Isarce and d'Aülhet
9.88 mi
+4,364 ft
-4,364 ft
8 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
An exceptional and magnificent circular route on the heights of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, in the Tres-Croutz forest, then along the ridge of the Soums de Maletaule. This route circles the Génie Braque torrent, which supplies water to the village below. On the mountain pastures, the landscapes are magical in both summer and winter, on the northern side (St-Pé) and the southern side (the main Pyrenees range).
Meadows of Garrapit and Bénac on the slopes of the Araü
5.24 mi
+1,903 ft
-1,903 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
On the forgotten trails of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre No. 6
The Araü is the mountainous ridge jutting out from the Massif de Saint-Pé down to the Gave de Pau at the foot of the village. Its imposing, entirely wooded silhouette conceals pretty clearings, once meadows, some well-known paths and others forgotten, used only by hunters and hiking enthusiasts beneath the tall trees of the forest.
Its summit, towering arrogantly over the village, is the Soum de las Toupiettas (1,357m).
Lengous and Montagnou
Tourist office
3.34 mi
+433 ft
-440 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A pleasant walk through the woodland along the banks of the Gave de Pau, passing through Rieulhès, a typical Pyrenean hamlet. You’ll enjoy several remarkable views of the village of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre.
Aoulhet hut
3.47 mi
+2,480 ft
-2,480 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The Cabane de l'Aoulhet is a popular destination for the inhabitants of Saint-Pé, located above the village in the heart of the Très-Croutz forest.
Although it is a stop on many routes in the massif, it can also be a popular destination in itself, on the border between the sunny summer pastures and the mossy forest, with a remarkable view of the Montné cliffs, the steep-sided Génie Longue valley, the Picharrots cliffs and the other summer pastures of Prat du Rey.
Soum de la Génie Braque via the Tres-Croutz forest
6.27 mi
+3,698 ft
-3,698 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A lovely mid-mountain hike through the lush forest of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (or Tres-Croutz or Crouts = Three Crosses in Bigourdan). The first quarter of the hike is a bit challenging, as it is steep. You then pass through the Aülhet and Artigue mountain pastures, before following the ridge westwards to the summit of Soum de la Génie Braque. Well known to locals, this route offers a guaranteed change of scenery!
The Aoulhet mountain pastures
6.71 mi
+2,881 ft
-2,881 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Discover a section of the Pyrenean foothills that has remained largely unspoilt: no forest tracks penetrate these vast wooded expanses. Explore unspoilt wilderness along an old path leading up to the mountain pastures and a former charcoal burners’ trail. Discover the vast beech forests of Tres Crouts and the Aoulhet mountain pastures, undoubtedly the most picturesque and wildest spots in the Pibeste-Aoulhet Regional Nature Reserve.
Cap des Litas via Coumo Rédo and Col d’Espadres
9.39 mi
+4,229 ft
-4,209 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
On the forgotten trails of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre No. 3
A challenging and demanding circular route above Serre Pourcou, across the mountainous plateaus and summer pastures of the Pyrenean foothills, and through the vast and impenetrable forest of Très Croutz, or the state-owned forest of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre.
The diversity of the landscapes encountered never fails to impress the hiker...
Bédeille and Les Picharrots via the rangers’ path
6.67 mi
+1,991 ft
-1,988 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The Picharrots waterfall is a classic spot for lovers of the Saint-Pé Massif who aren’t afraid to tackle the challenges of navigating the Integral Biological Reserve, which is deliberately left completely untouched by human intervention.
This route offers an alternative, allowing you to take the Sentier des Gardes on the way there – a trail somewhat forgotten within the massif, but a truly epic one.
The final section of the route, between the Bédeille ravine and the waterfall, is more challenging and at times more exposed.
Return via the Génie Longue.
The Aygo Blanco Cave-Spring-Resurgence in the Très Crouts Forest
2.10 mi
+833 ft
-823 ft
1h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The Très Crouts Forest holds many curiosities. Here is an unusual one, as it is very rare in this area: a very active resurgent cave. At Aygo Blanco, the torrent gushes from the mountain at 650m and plunges 120m down through a series of small waterfalls, where the river spreads out its white angel’s hair…
An enchanting walk to discover this hidden gem!
Most of the route follows a path in reasonable condition, although it is old and unmarked.
The final 100 metres are quite rugged.
Around Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre
4.35 mi
+512 ft
-538 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
In the Hautes-Pyrénées, near Lourdes, Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre reveals some of its charms during this hike: architecture, limestone massif and caves (with views of the Gave de Pau and the surrounding mountains), and even its Devil's Bridge!
The Mousqué plateau
2.79 mi
+568 ft
-564 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
This beautiful, accessible walk is steeped in history; it follows the old Pontacq road used by charcoal burners in days gone by. Once you arrive at the Mousqué plateau, you can enjoy a shaded picnic area at the foot of century-old oak trees. From there, admire the superb view of the Saint-Péen massif and its countryside, then the Nay plain stretching all the way to Pau.
Grand tour of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre via the hillsides
6.40 mi
+597 ft
-584 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
On the hillsides of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, this 10 km route with an elevation gain of 180 m takes you through everything that makes the immediate surroundings of this village so beautiful: its small paths, meadows, woods, rivers and houses, in short, its rural heritage.Whether you're a regular walker or runner, a local or a visitor, you're sure to enjoy yourself here!
Prairie de la Cantilerie or Prairie du Lapin Qui Tricote
2.38 mi
+200 ft
-217 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A few kilometres from the centre of Saint-Pé, a small pebble beach is the perfect spot for a refreshing dip in summer and a peaceful picnic break.
The knitting rabbit is hiding in the tall grass on the neighbouring property!
Long circular from Le Mousqué to Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre
4.68 mi
+896 ft
-902 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A must-see for Saint-Pé residents and their friends, the peaks of Le Mousqué and La Tourette offer an exotic stroll and magnificent panoramic views of the surroundings of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre.
Ideal at sunset in summer.
The Montagnou de la Pâle caves in the Très-Croutz Forest
2.26 mi
+919 ft
-919 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Just a stone’s throw from the village of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, this walk takes us along the trail of the massif’s caves, particularly those on a large hilltop, the Mountagnou de la Pale. The caves are dotted along this route as if laid out especially for the walker. We approach the gaping hole of the Gouffre du Hayau, whose unusual size and the draught of air coming in would surely draw you into its dark abyss, were you not careful...
This route was significantly altered in May 2024 by the creation of a new ‘karst trail’.
Long circular loop of the Pibeste-Aoulhet Reserve
15.30 mi
+5,512 ft
-5,512 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
An exceptional, challenging and demanding route through the Très-Croutz forest, first on the Gave de Pau side, with a brief detour to the Val d'Azun side at the Col d'Andorre, then on the plateau at 1,400 m, between the Col d'Espadres and the Saint-Pé ridge (Maletaule or Soums).Summer pastures with centuries of pastoral activity, at the crossroads of important local historical sites, including the famous Très Croutz (the Three Crosses of the Bigourdan bishoprics).
La Crèque Noèle in Rieulhès
0.71 mi
+161 ft
-167 ft
0h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre (Hautes-Pyrénées)
This short family walk takes you to a cute little cave that is very accessible. Over the millennia, it has been home to all kinds of animals, as well as humans. All have left traces, few of which are visible to the naked eye, except for the bear dens and the paleontological excavation sites.
What remains is the beautiful volume of this cave, surprising and rare in the region, and its location in the ever-mysterious forest of Très-Croutz.
The Soum d'Andorre and the Soum de Conques via the ridges
5.64 mi
+2,339 ft
-2,316 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Salles (Hautes-Pyrénées) (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A very pretty circular reserved for very good walkers who are not afraid of heights. The hike is classified as difficult because of the passage over a ridge, but there are no particular dangers anda good sense of direction is essential. (¹)
Part of the return route is quite steep, after the Col de Las Escures.
This hike should only be attempted in the absence of snow and rain.
The GPX track is essential for this route.
Soum de Grum route from Arbéost
9.57 mi
+4,062 ft
-4,065 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Arbéost (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Ascent to the Soum de Grum, a beautiful viewpoint, via a circular route that follows the ridge for part of the way, starting from the village of Arbéost.
Between Saint-Vincent and Coarraze
14.44 mi
+1,709 ft
-1,732 ft
8h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent (Pyrénées-Atlantiques) (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A walk above the Nay plain, with panoramic views of the Pyrenees and the Piedmont!! Bring a picnic and enjoy the fresh air!!!
Haugarou refuge from the Col de Couraduque (1367m)
4.38 mi
+502 ft
-525 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Aucun (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Short, easy winter hike. This is a standard hike in the Argelès-Gazost region.
A wide, well-marked trail leads hikers from the mini winter sports resort of Col de Couraduque to the Refuge du Haugarou, which is actually a beautiful mountain hotel.
In winter, this route is best done on snowshoes (even though it is generally well groomed and possibly passable in shoes)!
In summer, as the route follows a road, you may encounter cars...
Lac de Soum from the Col de Couraduque
9.49 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,302 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Aucun (Hautes-Pyrénées)
This is an easy route as there are no steep slopes, although its length could classify it as 'moderate'. It takes you around Lac de Soum via the Col de la Serre, the yellow house, the Col de Bazès and the Cantau hut. A picnic break by the lake will make this route even more accessible.
Pic de Bazès from the Col de Couraduque
4.01 mi
+1,565 ft
-1,545 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Aucun (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A pleasant little summit easily accessible from the large car park at Col de Couraduque. Thefirst part to Col de Bazès is on easy forest tracks. However, thesecond part to the summit of Pic de Bazès is more technical. At the summit, there is a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains.
