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Aydius walks
Hourquet hut at the start of the Aydius route
Visorando Member
4.55 mi
+2,228 ft
-2,218 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Aydius (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This hike follows old paths, with the view changing as you climb: the Lescun cirque (Pic d’Anie), Layens, Ourdinse, Mailh Massibe, and of course, the Bergon. You arrive at a charming hut where you can stop for a picnic.
Montagnon Lake
7.07 mi
+3,563 ft
-3,563 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Aydius (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Ascent to Lac de Montagnon via the Cure det Cam hut.
⚠️ 02/07/2025: Parking in the car park is compulsory and subject to a fine:reservations are compulsory and free from 2 April to 30 November. See practical information.
⚠️ 22/05/2025: Departure car park changed following a municipal by-law.
The Ourdinse plateau above Bedous
4.52 mi
+2,582 ft
-2,575 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bedous (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Discover the enormous plateau overlooking Bedous and its region on this circular walk. It is not only a mountain but also an important grazing area for livestock and an exceptional viewpoint over the entire mountain range. The diversity of the natural environments found here is remarkable.
Soudious Tower
2.58 mi
+492 ft
-489 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Bedous (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A family walk through the meadows, with cows and sheep depending on the season. You may see paragliders descending from the Bergout, weather and wind conditions permitting. Suitable for walkers of all ages.
Short circular loop from Bedous to Accous
4.20 mi
+302 ft
-276 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Bedous (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A short walk through the centre of the Bedous valley, very flat and easy, to explore this area surrounded by mountains and pastures. Suitable for all walkers!
Lac du Montagnon via the Col d’Iseye
12.43 mi
+4,649 ft
-4,649 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Accous (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Set off to discover this heart-shaped lake nestled in the heart of the Pyrenees! From Accous, the route is long but the scenery is varied and magnificent. You’ll pass through forest, plains and rocky terrain between the Aspe and Ossau valleys. The climb to the Col d’Iseye is steep; the rest of the route consists of long crossings between mountain pastures and scree slopes, with no marked trail.
Good hiking experience required. Avoid this route in bad weather. Camping equipment recommended.
Circular Biscarce from Bedous
4.21 mi
+2,867 ft
-2,864 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bedous (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A little-known viewpoint overlooking the Bedous valley, Le Layens (on the Serres side), the top of the Gey cirque, and L’Ourdinse. Suitable only for hikers who know how to walk off the beaten track and have a good sense of direction.
The Bedous valley
7.39 mi
+801 ft
-778 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bedous (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Circular route to discover the villages and hamlets of the Bedous valley, a unique place due to its geological origins and culture. Few climbs, lots of trails. The suggested route is marked in yellow as the "Tour du vallon" and is described in several guidebooks. We suggest it here to encourage you to hike in this charming area.The train (TER) serves Bedous.
Maute House in the Gey valley
4.18 mi
+1,007 ft
-1,024 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Sarrance (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A walk through a wild valley, once inhabited for two centuries. An untouched forest, hyacinths, mosses, ruined houses, and a black rock from which a river with crystal-clear waters flows.
The Layens circular loop via Les Serres
8.33 mi
+3,054 ft
-3,028 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Osse-en-Aspe (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A long route, with steep sections and paths that are sometimes poorly marked. From the summit, a magnificent view over the Basque Country, the Cirque de Lescun, the Sesques massif, all the way to the Pic du Midi de Bigorre.
From Sarrance to Bedous via the Way of St James
5.44 mi
+643 ft
-522 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Sarrance (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The Way of St James (Voie d’Arles - GR® 653) offers a lovely, easy and shaded route in the Aspe Valley, winding through gorges and sun-drenched valleys. We do not suggest this as a circular route here, as the train (TER line 55) allows you to return easily to your starting point.The route is suitable for all seasons; however, avoid wet periods!
Warning (2025): following the severe flooding in the Aspe Valley in September 2024, some sections of the path may be damaged. Check before setting off.
Above Lees-Athas
3.58 mi
+456 ft
-459 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Lées-Athas (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A short, well-shaded loop to explore the village of Lees and its surroundings. No difficulty except for carefully following the route at the numerous junctions and crossroads. Don't forget to look up, as the view over the Bedous valley is vast and picturesque!
The starting point is easily accessible: the bus stop (on the N134) is very close by.
Pic Roumendarès
3.11 mi
+2,887 ft
-2,874 ft
3h 55
Difficult
Departure from Escot (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A hike that isn’t too long but involves a fairly steep climb, very close to Oloron-Saint-Marie, with a magnificent panorama at the summit as a reward.
Suitable for all seasons (the ascent is north-facing and mainly through woodland, so it can even be considered in summer). In snowy conditions, take care (see below).
Pic d'Escurets
3.36 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,319 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Bilhères (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A short hike through woods and pastures, along easy mountain paths.
From the summit, the view of the surrounding valleys and peaks is magnificent.
This walk is certainly less crowded than those starting from the Benou plateau.
Pic d'Escurets via the Col de Marie Blanque
2.93 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,309 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bilhères (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Pic d'Escurets is a small peak that can be easily reached in about 1½ hours. At the summit, a magnificent 360° view awaits you.
Pic de Narbissat via Les Muralhetas
4.32 mi
+2,011 ft
-2,001 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cette-Eygun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A circular loop offering an original viewpoint over the centre of the Aspe Valley and the Bedous Valley, with a variant circular on a marked path. The Pic de Narbissat is a key geological observation point, located where the Iberian tectonic plate slides under the Eurasian plate. It is also a good vantage point for viewing the surrounding mountains.
Towards the Narbèze hut
7.71 mi
+3,438 ft
-3,438 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Cette-Eygun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
There is a fairly steep climb from Cette to the summer pastures above the village. The effort is well worth it, as the location and the view of the flocks of sheep on the grassy slopes are magnificent.To avoid the effect of going back the same way, we suggest two alternative routes to make the return journey more enjoyable.
Towards the Pédaing hut (revised version)
5.45 mi
+2,700 ft
-2,700 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Cette-Eygun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A gradual climb before joining the "classic" Narbèze path, passing through the pretty Pédaing valley, at the cost of a difficult moment!
Please note: following the GPX track is very useful for this route (as are walking sticks).
The Saubajot Ridge from the Col d'Aran
7.14 mi
+2,612 ft
-2,589 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bilhères (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Easy hike to the Col d'Aran and the famous rock of the same name. And if snow prevents you from reaching the rock, walk along the ridge to the east and enjoy a very pretty view.
The Lasbordes Hut
6.59 mi
+2,077 ft
-2,054 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Bilhères (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A lovely walk in the low mountains of Béarn, with beautiful views at the highest point, which is at the foot of the Crête de Saubajot. The descent through the beech and fir forest isn’t easy if it has rained recently. And as is always the case in Le Bénou, outside the winter months, there are plenty of herds (cows, sheep, horses).
The Pic d'Escurets
10.86 mi
+2,441 ft
-2,431 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Bilhères (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Located 40 minutes from Pau, the Benou plateau is a well-known destination for families looking to get some fresh air in a beautiful pastoral setting. You can easily reach the famous stone circles (cromlechs), burial sites of our Iron Age ancestors (3,000 years ago) overlooking the Ossau Valley. And if you're feeling brave, head to the Pic d'Escurets to admire the panorama stretching from Tarbes to Bayonne. Superb!
The Séris waterfall from Laruns
2.43 mi
+906 ft
-906 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A relatively short walk accessible to all, allowing you to discover the Séris waterfall and the typical narrow streets of Laruns.
Pic d'Escurets circular route
9.69 mi
+2,320 ft
-2,323 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bilhères (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This hike has a moderate elevation gain but is a bit long. The Pic d'Escurets is a magnificent viewpoint. From the summit, you can see the towns of Pau, Tarbes and Oloron-Sainte-Marie. And many peaks such as the Pic du Midi de Bigorre (2,872 m), the Balaitous, the Palas, the Lurien, the Gabizos massif, the Pic du Ger and many others.
On the way down, the view of Benou is absolutely beautiful.
Granges de Cinq Monts
4.01 mi
+1,988 ft
-1,988 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
You walk along old stony paths, unfortunately including a track. There is a beautiful view of the Ger massif and the Pic du Midi d’Ossau, and you eventually come to numerous barns, many in ruins but a few well-maintained.
Route de la Fontaine d'Estéret and Plaa Dou Soum
6.32 mi
+2,986 ft
-2,930 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Gère-Bélesten (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Two options: either a 2-hour family walk, the Fontaine d'Estéret route (a circular PR® route marked in yellow), or a longer route including the ascent across the Pla Dou Soum (1,391m) with a beautiful view of the Massif de Ger.
On the heights of Escot
6.27 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,293 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Escot (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A magnificent walk that takes you up to an altitude of 700 m to discover superb views of the valleys and the surrounding Escot pass. You’ll alternate between grassy paths and forest trails, passing several water sources that are ideal for a refreshing drink!
The walk through the three villages from Laruns
4.79 mi
+961 ft
-988 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This lovely walk allows you to discover the typical villages of the Ossau Valley from a higher vantage point.
The old paths that connected them are still paved in places, and the slate-roofed houses, grouped around the church, feature beautiful engraved marble portals.
La route de l'eau à Laruns
3.18 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A stroll through the mountain village of Laruns, situated in the heart of the Ossau Valley in Haut-Béarn, offers a chance to experience the atmosphere of days gone by. It is also an opportunity to discover, through chance encounters, the atmosphere of a modern-day mountain village.
The Three Villages Walk and the Tour du Valentin from Laruns
7.52 mi
+1,375 ft
-1,391 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This lovely route allows you to discover the typical villages of the Ossau Valley whilst gaining altitude.
The old paths that once linked them are still paved in places, and the slate-roofed houses, clustered around the church, feature beautiful carved marble doorways. The route also connects Eaux-Bonnes via the villages of Assouste and Aas, which are typical of the Ossau Valley.
The walk offers both stunning panoramic views and the chance to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the 19th-century spa era.
The Eaux-Chaudes caves in Laruns
3.70 mi
+1,762 ft
-1,736 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
From the village of Eaux-Chaudes, with its old-fashioned charm and romantic 19th-century thermal baths, to the remarkable entrances to the two caves of the same name (although the water is cold), this hike is accessible to all and offers many surprising and visually stunning discoveries.
At the end of the trail, venture underground along the riverbank by lamplight to admire some of the wonders of the underground world, adding an extra thrill and unforgettable excitement to the experience.
Circular walk of the Sentier des Fenêtres via the Grotte des Eaux-Chaudes
11.05 mi
+4,672 ft
-4,672 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This hike takes us on a very airy route along the facilities created in 1954 by the SNCF in the middle of the mountains to collect part of the water from the underground river in the massif and part of the water from the Artouste power station, and to channel it through a penstock to the Miégebat power station on the Gave d'Ossau. After the Grottes des Eaux-Chaudes caves, the route follows the Artouste-Miégebat underground water supply canal with its many windows.
Isabe Lake and Sesques Peak circular
8.41 mi
+5,489 ft
-5,459 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Lake Isabe is one of the most beautiful and mysterious lakes in the Pyrenees and, in any case, a real gem set in a mineral landscape with steep cliffs. Towering above it, above the last snowfields of summer, rises the Pic de Sesques (or L'Escarbu). To reach it, you will have to traverse chaotic landscapes and climb a narrow couloir to reach an aerial ridge, but it is not dangerous. A beautiful mountain hike with a nice 1,700 m elevation gain over a fairly short distance of 14 km.
The Tour du Busteigts (revised version)
2.48 mi
+1,043 ft
-1,033 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Etsaut (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This walk around the valley overlooking the village of Etsaut is delightful for its views, the shade it offers and the short climb. It can be enjoyed in all seasons, though it is best to avoid rainy periods when the path may be slippery.
This is a route recommended by the Departmental Council.
Please note: the original route (marked path) is currently impassable following a landslide. We present here an alternative route that can be followed in complete safety.
On the Way of St James, between Etsaut and Urdos
2.90 mi
+807 ft
-413 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Etsaut (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The work carried out by the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department and the Haut-Béarn community of municipalities to facilitate access to the Fort du Portalet, as well as the route through the upper Aspe valley for hikers and pilgrims (GR®65), has been completed and now allows visitors to discover this exceptional site in the best conditions of visibility and safety. Let's make the most of it!
From Lescun to Lhers via the Chemin de Petraube
4.92 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,152 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lescun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A circular walk to explore the old Lescun to Lhers path. These ancient paths are part of the valley’s history. By walking them, you are helping to preserve our heritage. A route mainly through woodland on the northern slope of the valley: ideal in hot weather.
On the trail of the bear in Etsaut
1.59 mi
+741 ft
-748 ft
1h 25
Moderate
Departure from Etsaut (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
An easy short circular loop above Etsaut, through a landscape of pastures visited by bears some time ago. The local authority has marked out two loops allowing visitors to explore the areas visited by the bears (scratches, etc.); this loop is limited to the upper section to ensure it is accessible to all.
The Bois d'Arce loop in Lescun
2.59 mi
+906 ft
-899 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Lescun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A fairly short loop above Lescun, ideal for warming up, for children or people who are a little tired. A short climb and a gentle descent: what more could you ask for?
Picq de Burcq and Col de Pau via the Col du Saoubathou
14.25 mi
+3,747 ft
-3,760 ft
9h 50
Difficult
Departure from Accous (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Climb up, crossing the valley, and arrive at the pasture plateaus to fully enjoy the mountains and the landscape. Hike done in early July, wild irises are present and form magnificent blue fields. You may encounter chamois or marmots and, of course, herds of horses, sheep and cows.
Sanchèse Plateau
3.43 mi
+410 ft
-384 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Lescun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
An easy hike that can be done at any time of day with the family
Cabanes and Lac de Lhurs from La Borde d'Anapia
7.20 mi
+2,621 ft
-2,595 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Lescun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This hike allows you to discover Lake Lhurs and its huts, nestled in a mineral cirque with the jagged Ansabère area in the background.
Malarode Cave circular trail
3.45 mi
+1,063 ft
-1,066 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Arudy (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Is it hot or grey? Here is a half-day forest trail that is perfect for children. However, avoid periods when it is too wet due to some slippery descents. At the top of the walk, you can enjoy a view of Arudy, and birds of prey are often visible. Above all, don't forget a torch to venture a little way into the cave. Opposite, the other cave, which is closed, contained prehistoric remains (on display at the Arudy museum).
Mont de la Serre via the Col de Boucoig
3.40 mi
+889 ft
-892 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Issor (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A beautiful walk with a surprising highlight: a splendid view of the valley from the highest point!
Col de Pau and Col de Burcq
8.50 mi
+3,294 ft
-3,294 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Lescun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A magnificent hike from Lescun, yet relatively unknown. There are magnificent views all along the way. Herds of chamois are frequently seen between the Col de Pau and the Col de Burg.Although this hike is challenging due to the elevation gain, it is not overly difficult. You can stop at the Cabane de Bonaris or the Col de Pau if you start to feel tired. If you are very fit, you can extend the hike by climbing the surrounding peaks or even reaching the Refuge d'Arlet.
In the Lourdios Valley at Issor
2.20 mi
+259 ft
-262 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Issor (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Starting from the charming village of Issor, this walk, which runs partly through woodland, is ideal on hot days. After leaving the village, the path enters a wood, then crosses streams. In summer, the play of shadows and the coolness of the surroundings are particularly pleasant.
In days gone by, the villagers used this path to transport boxwood from the neighbouring Bisarce mountain on the backs of mules. This hardwood was used to make a wide range of everyday objects.