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The Cirque de Gavarnie via the Bellevue plateau

(!) (September 2024) Following recent bad weather, the footbridge at (6) has been washed away. Crossing the Gave de Pau river is tricky and strongly discouraged.
(!) Update 25/06/2025, Vallées de Gavarnie Tourist Office. => The footbridge located at (6) has been repaired and will be reopened to the public on 25/06/2025.However, the footbridge upstream from the Hôtellerie du Cirque (9) is still not in place and crossing the Gave de Pau river is tricky depending on the water level.
A different approach to the Cirque de Gavarnie. The plateau gives you an overview that allows you to take in the whole site at a glance. A little later, you can stroll through the cirque to appreciate its full majesty. To quote Victor Hugo, it is the Colosseum of nature.
Taillon and Breche de Roland from the Col des Tentes

Landscapes “rich in nature” on this hike in the area of Gavarnie, accompany your steps towards the peak of Taillon, through the legendary Roland breach. Taillon, a summit that at the top of its 3144 m, offers a stunning panorama and striking views as far as the eye can see.
The Brèche de Roland

Hike above the Cirque de Gavarnie to visit a mountain pass made famous by its name.
The Cirque de Gavarnie via the ledges

This trail is much less frequented than the main path and offers more views of the cirque along most of its length.
Credit: our guide Laurent from Pyrénées Autrement described this trail to us.
Moderator's note s a dangerous, unsecured section; see reviews
Route impassable
the Gavarnie Tourist Office reports:Following the floods of 7 September 2024, the route described here is currently impassable.Although the trails have not been significantly affected, crossing the Gave de Gavarnie is impossible in many places (footbridges have been washed away or weakened, banks are dangerous).Please stay on the marked paths and check with the Gavarnie Tourist Office before setting off: 05 62 92 49 10.
Gavarnie waterfall with return via the Cirque du Pailla

Hike in the most famous cirque in the Pyrenees. Return via the path leading to the Cirque du Pailla, which allows you to avoid the crowds and gain height to enjoy this magnificent place from a different perspective.
A winter loop in the Cirque de Gavarnie

A beautiful site in summer, with its majestic waterfall. Please note that it is very busy in summer.In winter, you will appreciate the magnificent, peaceful landscape with the ice waterfalls at the bottom of the cirque.This circuit can be done very easily at any time of year:- in 3 hours in summer, including breaks and lunch.- but in 3 to 4 hours in winter.
A trail of discovery for first time visitors to the Gavarnie Cirque
The Gavarnie Cirque is an outstanding area of conservation. It is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This easy hike will give you your first look at it!