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.

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

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

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11.4km
01:16
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5
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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40.6km
01:56
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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16
riders
55.1km
02:37
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
62.9km
03:01
890m
890m
Moderate road ride. 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.

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riders
33.0km
03:13
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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.

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riders
11.8km
01:15
510m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
hikers
8.70km
02:54
440m
440m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
12.1km
03:30
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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8
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
runners
14.7km
01:48
570m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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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.

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runners
8.64km
01:06
440m
440m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
70.1km
05:35
1,410m
1,410m
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.

