On holiday in the Pyrenees, the weather is fine and dry, so why not take a walk to the Col d'Aspin with our two children (aged two and a half and five and a half).
Country:
France
City:
Aspin-Aure (65240) 
Park in the Col d'Aspin car park.
(S/E) As the pass is an important crossroads for trails, take the path that climbs the most. Enter the woods and continue climbing until you reach the watering hole called Hount de les Saliès.
(1) Continue along the edge of the forest to reach the end of the clearing.
(2) Follow the same route for the return journey (S/E).
Hiking boots are recommended (uneven ground and dead leaves in autumn, wet areas).
It's a short distance for adults, but bring a snack for the children to eat before heading back, even if you've planned to have a picnic at the car.
Our daughters are good walkers, so we don't carry them.
Pushchairs cannot be used.
During the first climb, don't hesitate to turn around to admire the view. It will be more difficult to enjoy it on the way down.
(2) View of the Pic du Midi de Bigorre.
Note: We turned back at this point for the children, but it is possible to continue to Plo del Naou (6 km round trip from the car park) depending on the ability of those present.
Overall rating : 4.7 / 5
Date of your route : Sep 04, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes
Fairly shaded route on the first part. Can be completed up to Pic del Naou without any major difficulty and return by making a small loop.
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5
Date of your route : Aug 05, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes
The start of the hike is very steep, with most of the elevation gain covered in just a few metres. I was looking for an easy hike for children with some difficulties, and I heard a lot of bird names throughout the climb 
. The rest of the hike was much easier, which is what I was looking for. Beautiful views.
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Overall rating : 5 / 5
Date of your route : Jul 30, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No
We did this fantastic hike with our children aged 8, 11 and 13 without any problems. The scenery was magnificent, although a little hidden by clouds on the day we were there, but still splendid. We might do it again when the weather is better. The start is tough, but don't be discouraged because it only lasts 15 minutes, then it's easy. The view is a great reward!
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Overall rating : 5 / 5
Date of your route : Nov 18, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes
A magical hike. Views of the Payolle Valley with the Pic du Midi in the distance and views of the Arreau Valley. I highly recommend it. An easy hike despite the slight climb at the beginning.
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Overall rating : 5 / 5
Date of your route : Sep 13, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes
A superb walk, we went as far as Plo del Naou, but you should be aware that at the end there are some steeper slopes and you need to be wearing suitable footwear. We encountered cows along the way. The ridge path and the scenery are magnificent.
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Overall rating : 5 / 5
Date of your route : Sep 03, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes
This hike offers magnificent 360-degree views once you reach Plo del Naou.
We are retired and not very experienced in mountain hiking. It was within our reach, but I recommend wearing high-top hiking boots because the end of the trail is a bit rough. The elevation gain is not significant, but the climb as soon as you leave the Aspin Pass car park is quite surprising due to its steepness! The last third of the route is slower going, and the view when you arrive at Plo del Naou (end of the route) is sublime in good weather.
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