Pau, a region in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of southwestern France, offers a diverse landscape characterized by its proximity to the Pyrenees mountains, the Gave de Pau river, and the Jurançon hillsides. This geographical setting provides varied terrain, from mountain peaks and river valleys to vineyard-dotted slopes, making it suitable for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities in Pau, the region provides more than 10…
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riders
24.2km
02:22
590m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

61
riders
40.8km
04:05
980m
980m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

41
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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riders
44.1km
04:50
1,400m
1,400m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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3
riders
65.5km
03:03
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
41.0km
01:58
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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16
riders
55.3km
02:38
710m
710m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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2
riders
57.2km
03:48
880m
880m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
riders
48.3km
04:59
1,350m
1,350m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

19
riders
12.6km
01:22
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

12
riders
35.7km
03:28
960m
960m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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22
hikers
8.70km
02:54
440m
440m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
hikers
12.3km
03:33
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
runners
10.1km
01:22
420m
410m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

11
runners
15.6km
02:00
610m
610m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4
runners
12.0km
01:33
460m
460m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

5
runners
20.3km
02:37
740m
740m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
71.1km
05:39
1,420m
1,420m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
25.8km
01:33
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Pau offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features 10 routes across these sports, which have received an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 900 visitors.
Pau is located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of southwestern France, approximately 45 minutes from the Pyrenees mountains. Key natural features include the Pyrenees with peaks like Pic du Midi d'Ossau, the Gave de Pau River with its greenways, and the Jurançon Hillsides known for vineyards.
Yes, Pau offers dedicated mountain biking trails with varying difficulty levels. Popular trails include "Attention à la marche," "Pierres Roulantes," and "Chemin Couteillou." More information can be found in the MTB Trails around Pau guide.
Pau provides diverse hiking opportunities, from trails with panoramic views of the Pyrenees to paths through vineyards and routes alongside the Gave de Pau. Options range from gentle walks to more challenging adventures. Consult the Hiking around Pau guide for details.
Yes, Pau features numerous signposted routes for road cycling, including those through vineyards facing the Pyrenees and on hillsides. The region has hosted stages of renowned races. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Pau guide.
Pau offers several touring cycling routes, including paths along the Gave de Pau river and through the Jurançon hillsides. Routes like the Vélosud (V81) follow the Gave de Pau, connecting various sections of the trail network. The Cycling around Pau guide provides further information.
Pau offers routes suitable for various fitness levels, including options for families. Gentle strolls and easy cycling paths along the Gave de Pau or through parks provide accessible outdoor experiences. Specific routes can be identified by checking their difficulty ratings.
The Pyrenees mountains offer dramatic backdrops and viewpoints, including the iconic Pic du Midi d'Ossau and the Ossau Valley. The Jurançon hillsides also provide scenic views, especially across the vineyards. Many routes feature viewpoints as highlights.
Pau is a popular destination on komoot, with its routes having been explored by more than 900 visitors. The activities in the region have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 122 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Pau, including MTB Trails around Pau, Hiking around Pau, Cycling around Pau, Road Cycling Routes around Pau, Running Trails around Pau, and Traffic-free bike rides around Pau.
For official information regarding Pau, the city's official website is www.pau.fr. You can also contact them by phone at +33 5 59 27 85 80.

