View of Château de Pau – Gave de Pau (Pau River) loop from Pau

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View of Château de Pau – Gave de Pau (Pau River) loop from Pau

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View of Château de Pau – Gave de Pau (Pau River) loop from Pau

02:46

41.3km

510m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 233 m for 67 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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266 m

Tour des Géants

Highlight • Monument

Totem with the winner of each year of the Tour de France.

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1.44 km

View of Château de Pau

Highlight • Viewpoint

Walking along the Gave de Pau, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the castle here and also discover a pretty river washhouse.

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3.59 km

Gave de Pau (Pau River)

Highlight • River

Nice bike path along the river to Pau. The town itself has a lot to offer, the castle, a funicular, botanical gardens, beautiful architecture and of course lots of bars, restaurants and shops.

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11.5 km

Pine Forest Canopy Path

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Imposing pines are present on a few tens of meters offering an impression of change of scenery. Perfect place to rest, contemplate before the climb to St-Faust.

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25.5 km

Rousse Chapel

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Built at the beginning of the 18th century, the Rousse chapel is located on the hillsides of Jurançon amidst the vineyard. Offering a view of the Pyrenees mountain range, it …

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29.9 km

View of Pic du Midi d'Ossau from the Ridges

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A small road along the ridges above Pau.

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35.5 km

Domaine Mont-Riant (18th century)

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Recently renovated 18th century building in the heart of a two-hectare wooded park. Guest rooms and a gourmet restaurant are present there. A breathtaking view of the royal city as a dessert.

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40.1 km