Bordes (Hautes-Pyrénées) walks

This short walk in the hills above Bordes (65190) offers a pleasant stroll through the forest and a lovely view of the Pyrenees.

This short walk above Tournay (65) will allow you to gain a bit of height and admire the Pyrenees.

A lovely route through the hills above Tournay, passing the Castéra-Lanusse signposts, with a return via the bastide town of Tournay.

To the north of the Tarbes–Tournay road, you’ll discover this magnificent tourist spot in the Coussan area. Recent improvements have made it a favourite spot for the people of Tarbes. A short walking route, starting from Lac de l’Arrêt Darré, which can be completed in under 3 hours even with plenty of stops. You’ll enjoy a splendid view of the Pyrenees mountain range. This route is suitable for Nordic walking. Allow 2 hours for this, including warm-ups and stretches. The area around the lake is an idyllic spot for a picnic and a nap. Sports facilities and equipment for repairing your bikes (road bike 81) are available, as well as a treetop route. A charming little restaurant rounds off the facilities at this site.

Easy circular. Beautiful views of the Pyrenees. Hike on quiet roads. One section is on a dirt track.

A country route with sections through woodland. A pleasant and varied walk, both in terms of the paths and the landscapes.

This easy hike south-east of Tarbes offers views of the Pic de Midi de Bigorre and Montaigu mountain ranges and takes you through typical Pyrenean villages. The hike follows sections of small roads with little traffic. The description and map are essential as there are many turn-offs.

This is a typical countryside walk for the whole family. Apart from the distance, which is a little long, it is not difficult. However, I recommend doing it on a clear day to fully enjoy the view of the Pyrenees.

Orignac has a rich history, as evidenced by the Castériou site, believed to be an ancient Roman fortified camp. The 12th-century church, built on a hillock and surrounded by a circular cemetery, indicates the existence of a defensive enclosure in the Middle Ages. A lignite mine, south of the village, was in operation until 1947. Animal fossils have been found there. These include mammals, the oldest from the Tertiary period, including the gracile hipparion, ancestor of the horse.

A walk steeped in local history. Starting at a 12th-century Cistercian abbey, a pleasant path leads to the 14th-century Château de Mauvezin de Gaston Phébus. Take a break on this rocky outcrop, which offers remarkable 360° views. The return to the abbey follows a downhill path through the woods.

This easy walk takes you through the Bois de Lassègues, home to two remarkable springs and the Cap de la Serre ponds. You can also enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the Pyrenees.

A lovely circular route alternating between countryside and woodland. Stunning panoramic views of the Pyrenees. Bonnefont, a charming little village where the Marquis de Montespan once lived.

A hike through the Orleix woods to the Tower of Oléac-Debat.

This is a beautiful family circular on the heights of the village of Montgaillard. It will allow you to discover beautiful views of the Tarbes plain and the Haut-Adour valley, with the Pic du Midi de Bigorre and Montaigu as a backdrop! As you climb up to an ancient Roman oppidum, follow historic paths or stroll through the village streets, you will also get a glimpse of the region's past.

An urban walking tour allowing you to explore the city whilst discovering the main points of interest.

A winter training route in the city to prepare for the walking season as soon as the warmer weather arrives. This route is suitable for city dwellers who wish to explore some of Tarbes’ neighbourhoods.

A lovely circular walk with long stretches through the woods (very pleasant in summer) and a beautiful view of the Pic du Midi de Bigorre at the start. Pass near the Tumulus de l'Estaque and enjoy a superb view of the Château de Malvezin. I recommend doing the walk in this direction, otherwise you won't necessarily see the château!

A circular route through the woods of Odos. Of the 11.5 km of this route, only 2.5 km are on roads. You will set off from the Esplanade du Château car park in Odos. You will pass successively through Le Bouscarou, Château de la Passade, Le Turon du Balabay, Les Vignettes, and the ridge path above Hibarette. The return descent takes you through Biouès, La Passade, the path from Odos to Louey and the Beyrède path. A final short stretch of road before arriving back at the château. A pleasant route to tackle by Nordic walking in 2½ hours for the fitter or by mountain bike in 1½ hours.

A circular route through the countryside between two valleys starting from Peyrun and passing through the village of Sénac.

Une belle balade sur les petits chemins qui vous mènent sur les coteaux de Galan avec de superbes points de vue sur la campagne environnante et la chaîne pyrénéenne. Un parcours sportif pour une remise en forme avant les sentiers de montagne un peu plus au sud.

A lovely route along forest paths through the village of Lubret-Saint-Luc to discover a beautiful manor house at a place called Le Castets, as well as a superb mosaic fresco on the façade of a house. The starting point is at Antin church. A well-shaded route.

This is a lovely, challenging route starting from a pass above Bagnères-de-Bigorre, which takes you to the Col du Lhéris. This route is also suitable for snowshoeing. This route is accessible in all seasons, except after heavy rain, as the trails become very muddy.

Setting off from Bagnères-de-Bigorre, head towards Gerde via an urban walk and a short mountain stretch, then from Gerde climb towards the Col des Palomières, to rejoin the GRP® Tour de Baronnies de Bigorre trail in the woods and descend towards Asté. Return to Gerde via a field path, then on to Bagnères-de-Bigorre via a small urban road.

A circular starting from the Clock Tower in Bagnères-de-Bigorre to the Château de l'Angle, the village of Pouzac and back through the forest, the hamlet of Gailleste and the fountains. Pass by Saint-Vincent Church, the majestic trees of Parc des Vignaux and the Town Hall, then visit the remains of an old marble workshop by the Adour River and climb up to Château de l'Angle with a view of the Pic du Midi de Bigorre. Descend towards the village of Pouzac via the Virgin of Notre-Dame de la Paix, cross the village to visit the Church of Saint-Saturnin, listed as a Historic Monument. Return via the beautiful forest tracks to descend and cross the hamlet of La Gailleste. Reach Bagnères-de-Bigorre via the Ferruginous Fountain and the Green Fountain.

A pleasant, easy walk, mainly along country lanes. The walk starts in front of the former Abbey of Saint-Sever-de-Rustan.

Set off along the Grand Allée Maintenon, then walk along a small, ascending path below the Petit Monné, with some lovely views, before descending towards the village of Beaudéan through a boxwood copse. Before reaching the village, take a short detour via Le Serris

A short circular on the western mountain of Bagnères-de-Bigorre, passing by the fountains, Mont Olivet, Bédat with its orientation table and statue of the Virgin Mary.Return via the Croix de Manse, the Allée Dramatique and the Allée de Maintenon.Beautiful view from the Bédat orientation table and on the return via the Allée de Maintenon.

Starting from the thermal baths, a circular route along small roads, keeping your feet dry, takes you round Mont Bédat to explore the valley behind Bagnères-de-Bigorre, with views over the hamlets and villages, and the non-mountainous landscape of the Pyrenees.

A short walk in the Mont Bédat mountains, starting from the Bagnères-de-Bigorre thermal baths and passing by the three caves, the orientation table and the statue of the Virgin of Mont Bédat. From the orientation table, there are views of the mountains, and from the statue of the Virgin, views of Bagnères-de-Bigorre.

A lovely walk with magnificent views of the mountains on one side and the plain on the other.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery from the summit of Monné while passing through the Vallon de Salut, the Allées Dramatiques and the Col du Tucou, and descending not far from the Croix de Manse.A moderate hike with no significant difficulties.

A lovely mountain hike from Bagnères-de-Bigorre.This walk requires a basic sense of direction, although there were plenty of signposts on the day I went.WarningA VR warning indicates a difficult section between points (12) and (14): forestry work has been carried out, which has caused considerable damage to the forest path. Take extra care and use the GPX track.

A pleasant, peaceful walk through woods and meadows, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. A route that alternates between footpaths, country lanes and small tarmac roads.