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Cescau (Pyrénées-Atlantiques) walks
The Beyrie-Bougarber ridges starting from Poey-de-Lescar
Visorando Member
6.95 mi
+810 ft
-794 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Poey-de-Lescar (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Circular passing over the ridges between the Gave de Pau and Pont-Long plains with beautiful views of the Pyrenees, from the Pic du Midi de Bigorre to the Basque mountains and the Pont-Long plain from Momas to Serres-Castet.
The Serre de Poey and the Uzan valley
6.21 mi
+335 ft
-335 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Poey-de-Lescar (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Circular route offering views of the Pyrenees and the Pont-Long plain.
Caubios-Loos circular route via the Sanctuary of Sainte Quitterie
6.86 mi
+620 ft
-600 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Caubios-Loos (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Circular route through the countryside and woods with beautiful views of the Pyrenees and a visit to the Sanctuary of Sainte-Quitterie. This saint, renowned in the south-west, has given her name to many springs and fountains reputed to be miraculous.
This circular route mainly follows route no. 9 in the old booklet "32 walks and hikes in Miey de Béarn".
Signs and markings (yellow lines) are in place for a good half of the route, but after that it becomes more uncertain.
Arthez-de-Béarn - Navarrenx
20.47 mi
+1,778 ft
-1,818 ft
11h 00
Difficult
Departure from Arthez-de-Béarn (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Forty-third stage of the Way of St James. A hilly stage awaits you, linking the Gave de Pau valley with that of the Gave d’Oloron to reach Navarrenx, a small village in Béarn that will charm you with its lands watered by the Gave d’Oloron and its tributaries, the Saleys, the Laus, the Arroder and the Lucq.
Navarrenx has been awarded the "Most Beautiful Villages of France" label.
Bois de Pau and Pont-Long plain
8.04 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Pyrénées-Atlantiques
An easy, flat walk, alternating between forest (the Bois de Pau or Forêt de Bastard) and cultivated plains.Suitable for walking or mountain biking.
Arzacq-Arraziguet - Arthez-de-Béarn
18.85 mi
+1,352 ft
-1,585 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Arzacq-Arraziguet (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Forty-second stage of the Way of St James. This stage, starting from Lac d'Arzacq, takes you into Béarn, offering beautiful countryside scenery and lovely paths winding between the Luy valley and the Gaves du Béarn.
Juscle Valley in Saint-Faust
3.20 mi
+581 ft
-594 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Saint-Faust (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A short family hike in the heart of the hillsides, allowing you to enjoy the geometry of the vineyards with the Pyrenees mountain range in the background.
From La Hélère to La Baïse
7.24 mi
+1,037 ft
-1,037 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Aubertin (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A lovely shaded circuit around Aubertin, on the banks of the Baïse, on the ridges facing the Pyrenees and in the vineyards of Jurançon.
The Jurançon Hills
4.07 mi
+922 ft
-912 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Jurançon (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A shaded walk on the hillsides of Jurançon to discover beautiful forests and estates.
Crossing Pau and Bizanos via the Château de Franqueville
7.50 mi
+187 ft
-207 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Pyrénées-Atlantiques
A walk exploring the gardens, parks and squares of Pau and Bizanos, passing through the Ravin du Hédas, Pau Castle, the Eaux Vives Stadium and the heights of Franqueville Castle; along the Gave de Pau, the streams of the Ousse, the Bouries and the Ariou Merdé; with magnificent views of the Jurançon hillsides and the Pyrenees, from the Château de Pau to the heights of the Château de Franqueville.
A circular in the Morlaàs region
4.16 mi
+364 ft
-361 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Maucor (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
About fifteen kilometres north-east of Pau, the walk takes you through cornfields and oak and chestnut woods.
From Mazeres to Pardies Piétat
12.52 mi
+974 ft
-974 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Mazères-Lezons (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A lovely walk along roads and tracks, including a visit to the Piétat Sanctuary and a return route via the ridges of the Baliros and Narcastet hills, back to the starting point in Mazères.
Mazeres-Assat circular loop via the Henri IV path
15.36 mi
+292 ft
-282 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Mazères-Lezons (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A circular loop of almost 25 kilometres taking you along the banks of the Gave, past the whitewater stadium, Franqueville Castle and part of the Henri IV path linking Pau to Lourdes. You will then return via Assat and the left bank of the Gave back to your starting point.
Rontignon ridge and hillside trail
6.48 mi
+1,063 ft
-1,060 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Rontignon (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A beautiful route on the hillsides of Rontignon, a few kilometres from Pau. Several beautiful views of the ridges and the Pyrenees.
Navarrenx - Uhart-Mixe
22.69 mi
+2,283 ft
-1,768 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Navarrenx (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Forty-fourth stage of the Camino de Santiago. During this stage, you leave Béarn for the Basque Country. A very long stage, mostly along country roads and paths through woodland. As you do not pass through any large villages, it is best to stock up on provisions at the start.
The Bois de Goès and the Précilhon Dolmen
4.24 mi
+604 ft
-594 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Goès (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This walk takes you through the woods of Goes and Précilhon. It offers a beautiful view of the Oloron Valley and leads you to a dolmen.
Short circular loop starting from Escout
2.73 mi
+400 ft
-400 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Escout (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A short walk, 1 hour 15 minutes including breaks and photo stops, ideal for families, with a lovely spot for a picnic near the Croix de Peyrecor.
Tour of Lake Agès
3.41 mi
+69 ft
-62 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Hagetmau (Landes)
A walk along a beautiful, well-maintained path by the lake.
Piétat and its fountains
5.89 mi
+518 ft
-541 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Pardies-Piétat (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
First, discover the site itself, the Sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Piétat, built in 1661 by the inhabitants of the farming community of Pardies. The region is rich in history! Next, enjoy the splendid view of the Nay valley to the south-east of Pau, and another beautiful panorama of the Pyrenees from the sanctuary's orientation table. Finally, you can have fun discovering the fountains and other springs hidden in the woods and hills of the site....
Pont du Diable circular trail
5.06 mi
+289 ft
-285 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Oloron-Sainte-Marie (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A lovely circular route a few kilometres from Oloron. Walk along the Gave d'Ossau before discovering the Pont du Diable and venturing along the edge of fields and through the undergrowth.
From Hôpital-Saint-Blaise to Mauléon-Licharre
10.39 mi
+1,952 ft
-2,011 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from L'Hôpital-Saint-Blaise (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A lovely stage through Soule (Xiberoa) to its capital, Mauléon-Licharre (Maule-Lextarre).
Arripot Mill Route in Amou
Tourist office6.04 mi
+449 ft
-430 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Amou (Landes)
A pleasant route, mainly on secondary roads with beautiful sections on forest and farm tracks. Numerous views of the surrounding valleys and hillsides.
Route of the Ruisseau des Landes from Andriaou to Amadou
4.23 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Amou (Landes)
A pleasant route, alternating between secondary roads and farm tracks, offering a lovely exploration of the Luy de Béarn agricultural plain.
Circular route from Nousty via La Houn de Moussu and Chemin Henri IV.
8.70 mi
+492 ft
-495 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Nousty (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Easy country hike around Nousty, starting from the village centre with its beautiful buildings and wash house.
On this very rural route, the Houn de Moussu is a local curiosity, a fountain providing water that is very good for your health, according to the elders. Legend has it that Henri IV drank from it when travelling from Pau to Coarraze.
There is a viewpoint shortly after the 419-metre altitude on the Chemin Henri IV.
The return through the fields, crossing fords, adds extra charm to the outing.
Return walk to Camp de César in Oloron-Sainte-Marie
2.17 mi
+479 ft
-479 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Oloron-Sainte-Marie (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Discover, during a return trip through the forest, a little spot steeped in history: Caesar’s Camp. These are the remains of an oppidum (a fortification built on high ground and surrounded by ditches, serving as a refuge and a meeting place) lost in the heart of the Bois de Pée forest, 10 minutes from the town of Oloron-Sainte-Marie.
Route de Gachon à Brassempouy
2.20 mi
+213 ft
-213 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Brassempouy (Landes)
A very short circular route, mainly on country lanes, offering magnificent views and passing through a mosaic of landscapes.
The summit of Cambeillou as seen from Esquiule
7.47 mi
+1,509 ft
-1,490 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Esquiule (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A pleasant walk starting from a Basque village in Béarn. Beautiful views of the Pyrenees range from the Pic du Midi de Bigorre to the Pic d’Orhy. Marked trail, a little muddy at the start, with lovely houses on the ridges all along the route.
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