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Refuge de l'Abérouat walks
Cap de la Baitch hut as seen from the Refuge de l’Abèrouat
Visorando Member
4.78 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,076 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lescun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This short walk takes us easily to a shepherd’s hut. Left unoccupied during the off-season, it’s a lovely spot for a picnic break. The setting is idyllic. Take care during the summer months and follow the advice given to respect the herds and the Patou dogs.
A circular route around Les Tourelles from the Refuge de l’Abérouat
6.61 mi
+2,762 ft
-2,769 ft
5h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Lescun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Another beautiful viewpoint over the Pic d’Anie and the Pic de Countendé. Please note: the climb via the Cheminée Ledormeur to the Col d’Oelharisse is difficult, with a risk of falling rocks: large groups should be avoided. A lovely walk across a sharp limestone pavement that requires a good sense of direction.
Circular oelharisse route via the Cabane du Boué
5.02 mi
+2,516 ft
-2,500 ft
4h 30
Very difficult
Departure from Lescun (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A wonderful vantage point over the Cirque de Lescun, the Sesques Massif and the Vallon d’Accous, set within a varied landscape of woodland, grassy slopes and hook-needle pines. With children, a return trip to the Cabane du Boué is sufficient. With experienced walkers, you can make a return trip to the Oelharisse. Only those with sure-footedness should attempt the descent via the Cheminée Ledormeur to the Labérouat refuge.
Walks near Refuge de l'Abérouat
On the Way of St James, between Etsaut and Urdos
2.90 mi
+807 ft
-413 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from 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!
From Sarrance to Bedous via the Way of St James
5.44 mi
+643 ft
-522 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Sarrance (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The Way of St James (Voie d’Arles – GR® 653) offers a lovely, easy and shaded route through the Aspe Valley, winding between gorges and sun-drenched valleys. We do not suggest it as a circular route here, as the train (TER line 55) allows you to return easily to your starting point.The route is suitable for all seasons; however, avoid wet periods!
Warning (2025): following the severe flooding in the Aspe Valley in September 2024, some sections of the path may be damaged. Check before setting off.
From Sainte-Engrâce to the Col de Lépoa
6.52 mi
+3,891 ft
-764 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Engrâce (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
First day of a 6-day trip in the Basque Country. On this first day, visit the Ehujarré Gorges. A climb through the woods, then discovery of the wide grassy slopes of Utzigagna, the land of sheep and shepherds. After a visit to Urugo to admire the gorges from above, we climb back up in the morning to reach the Col de d'Errayzéko Lépoua, border marker 256.There, a vehicle will be waiting to take us to the Refuge Jeandel, saving us an 8 km drive along the border road.