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Randonnées Lacs d'Ayous
Lakes of Ayous
Visorandonneur
9.78 mi
+2,464 ft
-2,467 ft
6h 40
Moyenne
Départ à Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The not-to-be-missed Lacs d'Ayous, deep in the Ossau valley, with a magnificent view of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau.
Grand Tour of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau
13.12 mi
+4,856 ft
-4,829 ft
+ de 12h
Tres difficile
Départ à Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Why Grand Tour? Because it's a must-see passage through the Ayous Refuge in a setting that is, how can I put it? Sublime...
⚠️ 23/09/2025: The Magnabaigt trail (section of the Tour du Midi d'Ossau) will be closed from 1 September 2025 until further notice from (13) to (S/E) for forestry work. Hike not possible at this time.
From the Cabane de l’Araille to Lac de Roumassot
8.25 mi
+2,595 ft
-2,162 ft
6h 05
Difficile
Départ à Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The first stage of this beautiful hike. Not particularly demanding, with no specific difficulties apart from the distance. Featuring magnificent scenery, views of the south face of the Pic du Midi d’Ossau and the lakes. The route includes a bivouac at Lac de Roumassot with a breathtaking view of the Ossau! The path is well signposted from start to finish, with quite varied scenery: mountain pastures, rocky outcrops and lakes.
Walks near Lacs d'Ayous
Astún - Pombie
5.96 mi
+1,706 ft
-2,070 ft
4h 15
Moyenne
Départ à Jaca (Huesca)
This is the first day of a cross-border hike that takes you to the Pic du Midi d'Ossau, starting from an unusual point, the Col du Somport, rather than the Col du Pourtalet.Overnight stay at the Refuge de Pombie is essential, so remember to book in advance.
Pombie – Astún
6.75 mi
+2,838 ft
-2,490 ft
5h 35
Difficile
Départ à Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Day two: return to Astún from the Pombie Refuge, via the Col and the Peyreget hut, then Lake Castérau and the Col des Moines. Compared to the first day, the elevation gains are a little steeper, with the final ascent covering nearly 520 m. The atmosphere is different: no ridges, but lakes and valleys!
The Chiniprés hut
2.29 mi
+1,161 ft
-177 ft
2h 05
Moyenne
Départ à Canfranc (Huesca)
A relatively short route to one of the best viewpoints in the upper Canfranc Valley, offering views of both Canfranc-Gare international station and the Candanchú ski resort.
On the Way of St James, between Etsaut and Urdos
2.90 mi
+807 ft
-413 ft
2h 00
Facile
Départ à Etsaut (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The work carried out by the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department and the Haut-Béarn community of municipalities to facilitate access to the Fort du Portalet, as well as the route through the upper Aspe valley for hikers and pilgrims (GR®65), has been completed and now allows visitors to discover this exceptional site in the best conditions of visibility and safety. Let's make the most of it!
On the Way of St James, between Villanúa and Castiello de Jaca
5.83 mi
+203 ft
-912 ft
2h 50
Facile
Départ à Villanúa (Huesca)
The Camino de Santiago (or "Camino francés") leaves the mountains here and follows the Aragon valley towards the stopover town of Jaca. Between the two villages mentioned, the route is easy but picturesque, with beautiful views of the peaks and forests... and a convenient train to return to the starting point. The route can easily be done in reverse, which may or may not be convenient depending on train timetables. With a few adjustments at the start, the route can be done by mountain bike.