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Refuge de Pombie walks
Grand Tour of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau
Visorando Member
13.12 mi
+4,856 ft
-4,829 ft
More than 12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from 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.
Tour of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau
Tourist office
10.13 mi
+3,015 ft
-2,989 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A classic sporting challenge in the Ossau Valley. The Pic du Midi, affectionately known as Jean-Pierre, can be circumnavigated in an anti-clockwise direction. Although well marked and signposted, the route suffers from a total lack of signposting in the National Park. Reserved for experienced hikers.
⚠️ 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 (8) to (S/E) for forestry work. Hike not possible at this time.
Pombie Refuge
5.84 mi
+1,581 ft
-1,578 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
With only 8 km and 470 m of elevation gain, this hike is accessible to almost everyone. The paths are wide and easy to follow. The views are magnificent. A change of scenery without too much difficulty. From the refuge, the more adventurous can climb to the Col de Peyreget or the Col de Suzon. To do so, you will need to be very well equipped.
The circuit around Pic de Peyreget near Pic du Midi d'Ossau
7.28 mi
+2,539 ft
-2,543 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A circular walk starting from the Anéou basin, to pay a visit to Jean-Pierre, the giant of Béarn, and enjoy the beauty of a few small mountain lakes. A walk we have done several times in late summer or autumn, always with the same pleasure.
Pombie Refuge, starting from Caillou de Soques
6.26 mi
+2,385 ft
-2,418 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
With its small lake fringed by large boulders, the Pombie Refuge is the starting point for all ascents and climbs to the Pic du Midi d’Ossau. There are two possible routes to reach it: via the Cirque d’Anéou or via the Caillou de Soques. This route describes the approach via the Caillou de Soques.
Pombie – Astún
6.75 mi
+2,838 ft
-2,490 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from 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!
Astún - Pombie
5.96 mi
+1,706 ft
-2,070 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from 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.
Circuit and ascent of Pic Peyreget from L’Araille (Cirque d’Anéou)
7.16 mi
+3,061 ft
-3,071 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This winter version of the walk takes you through the stunning Cirque d’Anéou and its vast snow-covered expanses.But its main attraction lies in the approach to the giant of the Béarn, the Pic du Midi d’Ossau (2,884 m), via a circuit around and ascent of its little brother, the Pic Peyreget, which lies just a few hundred metres opposite it. At the summit of the Peyreget, you feel as though you could almost touch the ridges of the ‘Jean-Pierre’, as it is nicknamed by the locals.Covered in snow, this secluded route is challenging but truly exceptional!