Explore Vidouze, Hautes-Pyrénées, Midi-Pyrénées

If the landscapes covered by this stage show a certain continuity, combining agricultural valleys and wooded hills, this section of the Way of Arles is half Bigourdan, half Bearn, since it leaves the department of Hautes-Pyrénées to enter that of Pyrénées-Atlantiques. The entry in Béarn is marked by a beautiful point of view on the chain of the Pyrenees.

Here is an aesthetic loop to escape. Quietness guaranteed in forests of various species. What a pleasure to cross these countryside with its remarkable traditional architecture.

Here is an aesthetic loop to escape. Quietness guaranteed in forests of various species. What a pleasure to cross these countryside with its remarkable traditional architecture.

Discover the many fountains of Moncaup. This walk, steeped in history, takes you through the woods of Moncaup with its typical species, crossing meadows and vineyards. Its undulating and shaded relief offers very contrasting views and atmospheres.

Situated on the borders of Bearn, facing Armagnac and Bigorre, Lembeye occupies a strategic position on a branch of the road to Compostela. To resist the inevitable incursions of its neighbours, the village was built as a bastide towards the end of the 13th century. After becoming Protestant in the 16th century, Lembeye was devastated during the Wars of Religion and burnt down by Catholic troops at the beginning of the 17th century, which led to the reconstruction of most of the houses in the village. A circuit of about 2 km will lead you to discover the bastide. You will discover the Place Marcadieu with its 18th century houses, the Clock Tower, the Hautes Promenades path with its view of the Pyrenees mountain range, the gothic style church and its flamboyant style portal..

Aesthetic and varied, this tour follows a countryside that inspires tranquility. The tour of the lakes and the shaded areas are very pleasant. To be practiced all year round without moderation!

Sports lovers will love this circuit! It has some difficult climbs in store, but also some magnificent sections such as the Tram line or the descent of the bridge heading. As for the panoramas over the Pyrenees, they are simply exceptional!

It is a journey back in time that this walk from Lembeye evokes. From 1904 to 1931, the Vic-Bilh was crossed by the steam railway line, also known as the "tram line", which linked Pau to Lembeye. Along this path, you will discover several structures (bridges, waterfalls, stone embankments...) that bear witness to this passage.

Lembeye, "which arouses envy", as its Bearnais name indicates, is an ancient bastide of the Vic-Bilh which dominates, at 311 m of altitude, the valley of the Lees to the west, offering towards the south a beautiful panorama on the chain of the Pyrenees The walk connects the clock tower to the church Notre-Dame de-l'Assomption by a small one-way street serving local residents. Children with their bikes will enjoy riding around the nearby Bassillon-Vauzé lake.

What could be more sensational than discovering the Madiran vineyards on small country roads? This hilly course crosses plains and shaded hills. It crosses typical villages and crosses beautiful castles and churches. Gastronomy and the sweetness of life permeate this loop!

Located in the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, Chez Lison is a charming, fully renovated accommodation, located on the first floor of a pretty family house in the Béarn region. It is located in the countryside, 40 min from Marciac, 35 min from Pau and 15 min from Aire-sur-l'Adour. Sylvie proposes you an accommodation in the attic, combining the charm of the old, the comfort and the modernity with visible beams and old furniture completely renovated and decorated by her care. You benefit from a dedicated floor with a nice view on the vineyards, with an independent entrance, a nice living space and an office corner in the bedroom. Enjoy the garden and a haven of peace to recharge your batteries. It is an ideal starting point for your excursions, to discover curiosities: vineyards, heritage, hiking, fishing, gastronomy?

L'Amandier is located at about 10 kms North-East from the city of Pau. On the Hourquie square, surrounded by trees, this renovated hotel/restaurant will warmly welcome you all year long. Stéphane and his family will be delighted to receive you for your next visit to the area. Preferential pricing is applied for travelling salesmen and pilgrims.

Would you like to spend an unusual, romantic night in a bubble under the stars? Come and discover the Reves2bulles estate, located near Pau, the Pyrenees and the Atlantic coast, and cut yourself off from everyday life for a night, a weekend or more, as a couple or with friends. In the evening, you'll be able to watch the sunset and the stars come out from your cosy bed. You'll never want to close your eyes again! A unique experience for two, in a fully heated, semi-transparent bubble.

This restaurant is located north of Pau on the outskirts of the city. At Les Petites Canailles, the emphasis is on conviviality without neglecting our exceptional cuisine. We're proud to offer a menu composed entirely of homemade dishes, delighting your taste buds with every bite. If you wish, our talented DJs are on hand to create a festive atmosphere for evenings out with friends. Come and explore our magnificent restaurant in Pau.

Discover Béarn, Pau and its valleys while enjoying a fondue like you've never tasted before. Laurent, a native of Béarn, has selected the most beautiful itineraries for you. You can download the itinerary of your hike onto your cell phone, or take the topographical map with you. On the menu, local products from short circuits, selected to offer the best to your taste buds. All tours are no more than 1 hour from the capital of Béarn. Fondue kit and itineraries included.

2600 m² air-conditioned and heated sports complex dedicated to trampoline, Ninja Warrior, Big Bounce, Fun Wall, Augmented Reality (Neo Xperience) and Kid's park, from age 2, located north of Pau, near the A64 freeway. Two mezzanines are available for private events. Catering is also available on site. We organize birthdays, EVG/JF, company outings and much more. An extension and new activities are planned for the first quarter of 2023!*It's safer to book during busy periods: school vacations, weekends, public holidays. *Sportswear required (no jeans, clothes with fasteners, jewelry, secure lockers available)

Only 5 minutes from the centre of Pau, Hotel Eden Park welcomes you in a human-sized setting where calm, rest and conviviality are the keywords. With 26 rooms, Hotel Eden Park is proud of its Californian architecture: its refined lines, verdant setting with exotic trees and outdoor swimming pool will make your stay a moment of pleasure and relaxation. All rooms have a private furnished terrace with a view on the swimming pool and/or the Pyrenees. Non-smoking rooms. A catering service is proposed to you on your arrival. Free fibre optic Wi-Fi network and free, closed parking under video surveillance.

L'Esberit is a 5-minute drive from downtown Pau, in a bucolic setting, a listed building nestled at the foot of a century-old oak tree. Private parking for 18 cars is available opposite the restaurant. This is a "gourmet" restaurant, offering gastronomic cuisine. Every day, it offers a variety of menus based on the freshest quality produce from a rare locality. You'll be seduced by this inventive cuisine, which you can enjoy in a charming setting with contemporary decor. It's a pleasant and convenient stop-off point for you when shopping or visiting Pau. Today, Nicolas Lormeau has been elected Young Talent 2021 by Gault et Millau, and received the Terroir d'Exception award from the same guide in 2022. Label "Collège Culinaire de France". Online booking. Possibility of privatizing a lounge

A 'Maître restaurateur' since 2011, serving freshly made dishes. Original and modern menu.

IBIS BUDGET - the smart choice of accommodation. During your travels, chose to sleep in a pleasant, modern room designed for 1, 2 or 3 people, equipped with a shower, toilet, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi at a very economical price.

3 shaded tables, quiet. View of the lake, fishing allowed. Hiking trail and bird sanctuary. Educational panels on poisons and birds.

In the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, the 40 ha lake of Bassillon-Vauzé is located in a peaceful corner of the countryside. A shaded picnic area is provided at the entrance to the lake. This lake is very famous for fishing for large predators. It is undoubtedly the best lake in the north-east of the department. It is very populated with pike, percids, especially with large pike-perch and beautiful perch, but also with carp of significant size. The water body is in mandatory release (No-Kill) for all species. Boat fishing is allowed (boat agreement required), as well as night carp fishing. A hiking trail is located around the lake, as well as educational panels on lake fish and birds.

Tour of the lake. In the heart of the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, Bassillon-Vauzé Lake covers 42 hectares in a peaceful, unspoilt rural setting.

A 10-hectare winegrowing estate, working according to the principles of organic farming. Traditional production methods. Visit the winery and vineyards, taste Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh wines and buy direct.

A 10-hectare winegrowing estate, working according to the principles of organic farming. Traditional production methods. Visit the winery and vineyards, taste Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh wines and buy direct

10-hectare winegrowing estate, working according to organic farming principles. Production of Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh. Traditional production methods. Visit the winery and vineyards, wine tasting and direct sales.

Located in the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, Clos Basté is a 10 ha vineyard, working according to the principles of certified organic farming. The estate offers a magnificent view of the Pyrenees and the Béarn hills. It is located in the village of Moncaup, known for its many fountains. Chantal and Philippe Mur offer you a guided tour of the winery and vineyards by appointment, a tasting of several wines and a sale at the property. They will help you discover their passion for wine and the terroir. From mid-July to the end of August, they organise winegrowers' aperitifs every Thursday at 6pm.

A 2.5 km trail around the lake.

In the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, Lake Corbère-Abères has an area of 22 ha. It is home to many carp from 4 to 6 kg. It authorizes boat fishing (authorization to be requested) and night carp fishing. Fishing from the dike is prohibited. A hiking trail allows you to walk around the lake.

It's a building of medieval origin (the large tower), completely rebuilt in the 17th century and altered in the 18th century. With its impressive outbuildings, it became the centre of a beautiful agricultural estate.

In the heart of Vic-Bilh, Central Park is a brewery located in the heart of the bastide of Lembeye. Sandrine and Greg welcome you throughout the seasons on the shaded terrace overlooking the main square of the bastide or in the interior room. They offer you mixed salads, mixed dishes made from fish (back of saithe) and meat (candied duck leg, rib steak, shallots bib, beef rib), but also homemade desserts (sweet pancakes, ice cream in summer, gourmet coffee...).

In the heart of Béarn and Vic-Bilh, Michel and Steffan welcome you to the Restaurant de la Tour, housed in a Béarnaise house dating from the late 16th century. The decoration combining modernism and tradition will charm you. Old stones on the walls, an exhibition of many contemporary artists and modern and unusual objects will accompany you throughout your meal. The restaurant offers you a refined traditional cuisine, based on local products: foie gras Pacherenc and cocoa, duck breast, duck confit honey and spices, oriental flavours, hummus, argan, French meats and traditional fish, homemade desserts... and a vegetarian menu. Enjoy a colourful and tasty cuisine that will delight your taste buds!

In the heart of the bastide of Lembeye, Veneto offers an Italian atmosphere. The restaurant offers homemade pizzas, homemade burgers, mixed salads, bruschettas, meat cooked à la plancha, dishes prepared with fresh products.

Located in the heart of Vic-Bilh and in the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, Au Rey restaurant offers a traditional cuisine: garbure, the essential chicken in the pot, the traditional traditional calf sweetbread in the traditional way, duck and game duck breast and confit, gourmet menus, takeaway dishes... It has a room for receptions.

In the heart of the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, the restaurant Larrieu "Chez Josiane" offers you local specialities. Their traditional cuisine consists of soup, stew, duck breast, duck and hen confit, chicken in the pot to order... In the evening on reservation.

In the heart of the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, this restaurant is located in a pleasant traditional Béarnaise house, with a large fireplace in the old keel. Cécile and Pascal offer you a traditional local cuisine, homemade such as garbure, duck breast and confit, meat, fish and homemade desserts.

Charming family restaurant in the north east of Bearn, a few kilometers from Pau and the Madiran vineyards, where the Courbet family, with its 4 generations of experience, welcomes you in the middle of a very pleasant natural and forested landscape. Since 1920, the dishes concocted are from local agriculture. You will find on the menu fresh homemade liver with grapes, beef cheek braised in Madiran, the traditional garbure, the duck breast in a casserole or the omelette with boletus. Be sure, your taste buds will be delighted!

At the roundabout leading to Vic en Bigorre or Lembeye , less than 2 kms from Morlaàs, come and enjoy a convivial meal with Patricia’s homemade food. Garbure, lemon meringue pie… Le Relais de la Patte d’Oie is serving lunch from Monday to Friday. Reservations are needed for dinners. Join them on their Facebook Page to check all their themed evening.

Located in the Vic-Bilh region, close to the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, the Lou Manéchal restaurant is in the heart of the Béarn countryside. The view over the hills and the Pyrenees is magnificent. Jacques offers traditional cuisine using fresh, seasonal local produce: garbure béarnaise, homemade foie gras, veal sweetbreads, and tournedos of duck breast rossini with porcini mushrooms... The restaurant combines modern touches with old-world charm, with exposed beams and stonework. It hosts group and family meals in the restaurant's own dining room, as well as in another beautifully renovated reception room. A shaded outdoor terrace overlooks a pretty fountain.

10 minutes from Pau, on the outskirts of Morlaàs, come and discover this brand new Italian restaurant, brasserie and pizzeria. Cécile and Philippe will welcome you in a cosy atmosphere and are keen on home-made food! On the menu, the foie gras burger with gorgonzola sauce, "real" pasta carbonara and Italian sliced charcuterie. Little extra, aperitif plates and plates to share! Notice to the gourmets !

Gîte located 200 m from Lac de Bassillon, in the heart of nature in a relaxing setting conducive to disconnection. Adjoining our small farm, you can admire our animals and enjoy country life. A large shared above-ground swimming pool is at your disposal, as is a games room with table soccer. Numerous hiking trails, Madiranais vineyards 2 minutes away. gîte combines the charm of stone, the warmth of wood and the comfort of modernism.

Located in the heart of the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, the Au Bèth Loc caravan is installed in a farmhouse, in the heart of a preserved Béarn countryside and a stone's throw from the Bassillon-Vauzé lake. Gilles and Marlène offer you a fully equipped caravan for 4 people, with a kitchenette and dry toilets. Take advantage of the outside with a garden lounge, games at your disposal (molki, babyfoot, board games?). A shower and toilets are located in a recently renovated outdoor room. Nature and animal lovers, they organize carriage rides and invite you to discover the animals of the farm (goats, donkey, chickens and horses).

BED AND BREAKFAST IN THE COUNTRY. Monségur, near the Madiran vineyard and the Gers, 20 mn from the Marciac Jazz Festival. 1 cosy bedroom in a Béarn house with independant entrance, living room/library, shady garden with swimming pool and private terrace. The Cap Blanc house offers comfort, rest and conviviality. Francine offers you in the evening her southern cuisine. Off season, stay fishing for predators in boat on lakes. In the evening, Francine cooks fishing products and at lunchtime, picnics. Fishing map and guide in supl. if needed. 1 pers. 88 €/day. 2 pers. 132 €/day. Stay 4 days : 1 pers. 320 €. 2 pers. 470 €.

Parking area. In the park of an organic wine estate, tasting / purchase of wine, hiking trails around nearby fountains. Services: water point and toilets.

Located in the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, this spacious chalet-style house has been completely renovated. It's ideally located to discover the Madiran and Vic-Bilh regions, rich in heritage and gastronomy, at the crossroads of the Southwest. The house has 2 bedrooms and a dormitory. It has large green spaces on the edge of the forest. You will appreciate the calm of the Béarnaise countryside, for a simple and authentic holiday. Chantal and Philippe, owners and winegrowers, offer you a guided tour of the organic wine estate, a stone's throw from the cottage, followed by a tasting of their wines. A bottle of Madiran is offered to you upon your arrival.

Located in Vic-Bilh and in the Madiran vineyard, the gite Au Castérot was originally the barn of a farmhouse. Completely renovated, the barn is now a gîte of great comfort, spacious and bright, in the heart of a family farm, specialized in traditional goose feeding. The Barthe family invites you to discover the good products on sale at the farm. You also enjoy the above-ground swimming pool installed in the garden and the magnificent panorama of the Pyrenees.

In the heart of the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, Bénédicte welcomes you to Moncaup, a picturesque village renowned for its many fountains. Just 10 minutes from Lembeye and 40 minutes from Pau or Tarbes, it's an ideal base for exploring the rolling countryside of Béarn and Vic-Bilh. Set in a large, wooded park in a peaceful setting, enjoy a natural, unspoilt environment, ideal for relaxation. Four signposted circuits (3 to 7 km) invite you to stroll between vineyards and fountains for an authentic immersion. Here, everything is in place for a rejuvenating stay, combining conviviality, nature and local discoveries.

In the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards, this traditional and warm house, located in the charming village of Lembeye, can be rented as a tourist accommodation or as a guest house. In the heart of the southwest, it's ideally located to discover the Béarn, the Pyrenees, the Basque Country, the Gers, the Hautes-Pyrénées and the Landes. This old house has been renovated in the spirit of yesteryear. The exposed stones and beams offer character and authenticity to this house. Many shops and services are located on site.

Located in the Vic-Bilh, on the border between the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, the Gers and the Hautes-Pyrénées, la Clé des Champs is an ecological rural gîte. This old farmhouse, entirely renovated in 2019 with exposed stones and beams will allow you to spend pleasant holidays with family or friends with a total disconnection. The ground floor is equipped for the comfort of people with reduced mobility. Outside, you will be able to enjoy the terrace, a large garden full of flowers and a swimming pool. Bicycles are also at your disposal. Come and enjoy a holiday in the countryside and discover the local heritage, the products of our farmers and the pleasures of nature in Béarn!

Chez Chantal & Pierrot" is located in the Madiran and Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh vineyards. Former winegrowers, we welcome you to our renovated Béarnaise house and its 2000m² fenced garden. For nature and heritage lovers, you'll be able to hike the nearby circuits des fontaines.