The Séris waterfall from Laruns

A relatively short walk accessible to all, allowing you to discover the Séris waterfall and the typical narrow streets of Laruns.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 2.43 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 55 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 906 ft
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    Descent: - 906 ft

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    Highest point: 2,625 ft
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    Lowest point: 1,719 ft

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Description of the walk

Park at the Place de la Mairie in Laruns.

(S/E) Take Rue du Bialé, go up to the wash house, then continue on the right to the end of this street towards the old holiday village. You will come to a crossroads.

(1) Take the path opposite the road, signposted Cascade de Séris. Continue along the left bank of the Arrec de Lars on this path, which climbs steadily, gently at first but becoming steeper as you ascend. Follow the red and white markings and join the Pont de Séris.

(2) Cross and continue, staying on the recently revised markings. Climb more steeply, still in the woods on a stony path, until you reach another crossroads.

(3) Follow the markings, turning right to reach the waterfall.

(4) Descend via the same path. Take care in wet weather as the path may be slippery. Follow the same route as on the way up.
Alternative route: when you leave the woods, turn right to join Rue Barthèque, a street lined with houses offering superb views of the Pic du Ger. Follow this street, turn left onto Rue Plaisance, then right onto Rue du Général De Gaulle. Pass the Laruns media library before returning to the village square and the Place de la Mairie car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 1,719 ft - Parking at Laruns town hall
  2. 1 : mi 0.33 - alt. 1,831 ft - Trail junction
  3. 2 : mi 0.71 - alt. 2,103 ft - Séris Bridge - Arrioussé (cours d'eau) - Affluent du Gave d'Ossau
  4. 3 : mi 1.11 - alt. 2,572 ft - Trail junction
  5. 4 : mi 1.22 - alt. 2,625 ft - Seris waterfall
  6. S/E : mi 2.43 - alt. 1,719 ft - Parking at Laruns town hall

Notes

This walk is short but the path is steep. Good footwear is essential and the path can be very slippery in wet weather.

Worth a visit

(S/E) Saint-Pierre Church in Laruns and the old 16th-century wash house.
(S/E) View of the Pic du Ger.
(4) Séris waterfall: take a good look at this superb 35-metre waterfall with its beautiful pools. A very pleasant place during hot weather.

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 35 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5
Route interest
4.6 / 5
User 3131301

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 31, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely, shaded walk – it’s quite a climb up to the waterfall; the ascent is rather steep for an easy hike. It’s very busy, so it might be best to go early to have the place to yourself and enjoy it to the full!!!
A lovely reward at the end…

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User 26325293

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 30, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely walk with a magnificent reward at the end when you discover the waterfall. The climb isn’t all that easy, especially with young children or people who aren’t used to walking. The climb is quite steep in places.

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User 3083159

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 20, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Having attempted this walk, I can say that it is not easy and certainly not suitable for everyone; many walkers we met halfway down asked us if the waterfall was still a long way off...

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minana44
minana44
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Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 28, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

At first it was too hot out on the street; a really beautiful waterfall, but it was very crowded. We had a picnic by the waterfall
Rating: 4.5

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User 19377492

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 23, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A hike described as easy and suitable for families,
I’d say it’s more of a medium-difficulty hike, and you really need to wear sturdy footwear as there are some steep climbs in places
The highlight is the waterfall, and it really is magnificent

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didier3158
didier3158

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 21, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

It was too crowded, so we ‘fled’ to the huts to escape the crowds at around 11.30 am.
So you really need to go early in the season.
Up by the huts, it’s peaceful and the air is fresh!

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Francescocar
Francescocar

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 15, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A short but pleasant walk for anyone looking to spend a lovely afternoon. The climb is challenging, but it’s not long.

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Meïko
Meïko

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 19, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely little walk, 40 minutes one way from the Médiathèque car park (free and with an electric vehicle charging point); a lovely, refreshing and peaceful spot… if you choose the right time of day!

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matmarlulu
matmarlulu

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 22, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

You need to go early in the morning to be on your own at the foot of the waterfall.
People are starting to make their way up as we come back down.

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patoche28
patoche28

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 17, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A beautiful waterfall; there’s a picnic area on site.
To get there, parking at the Town Hall square is limited to 1 hour: drive to the end of Rue Barthèque and park on the left, opposite the last few houses.

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matmarlulu
matmarlulu

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 22, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

You have to go early in the morning to be alone at the foot of the waterfall.
People are starting to make their way up as we head back down.

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User 14892924

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 21, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A very pretty waterfall

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User 11876745

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : May 11, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : No

very pleasant in the shade

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User 20439960

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 07, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely walk, slightly steep but manageable as it is short

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User 19570545

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 25, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

An interesting hike in the shade of
Trees, ending at a beautiful waterfall with a strong flow even at the end of August after several days of scorching heat

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