Discover camping de Gourette in Laruns, Pyrénées Atlantiques

This easy loop takes you from Laruns to Eaux-Bonnes, passing through the villages of Assouste and Aas, typical of the Ossau valley. The walk offers both beautiful panoramic views and the opportunity to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the 19th century thermal spa era.

It is aptly named the Green Mountain pastures remain green even in summer. It must be said that water is abundant and many springs gush from its sides. His barns neighborhood at the top and soft shapes its peak contrast with the rigor of the nearby mountains. This natural lookout offers a view of the Eaux-Bonnes the valley and peak of the spectacular air and Ger.

Climbing the Col d'Aubisque by bike is an unmissable experience in the Ossau valley. With its ribbon of asphalt winding its way out of the deep wooded valleys and onto the inviting high mountain pastures, the Aubisque is an emblematic Pyrenean pass. Electrically-assisted bikes offer the opportunity for any occasional sportsman, properly equipped and helmeted, to try the adventure of climbing one of the most dreaded passes in the Tour de France. With effort no longer an alienating factor, you'll have plenty of time to coax the wild beast by enjoying the shade of the hundred-year-old trees on the road to Eaux-Bonnes, to observe the basins and waterfalls of Le Valentin, to follow the gaze of flocks of sheep grazing in single file on the summit slopes. Effort management and discovery go hand in hand on the road to Gourette.

A border crossing between the Ossau valley and Spain, the Col du Pourtalet is reached by a fairly long but never steep route, crossing a wide variety of landscapes. As well as being a physical challenge, albeit mitigated by the use of electric assistance, climbing it by bike also allows you to immerse yourself in the heritage and historical dimension of the route. A communication route since the dawn of time, the Pourtalet route has seen the passage of merchants and peddlers, smugglers and pilgrims. Every year, the Gabas valley also plays host to the lively transhumance of flocks and herds to the bountiful summer pastures of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau. If, on leaving Laruns, the road boldly defies the Hourat gorges, it then makes a long, easy approach between the Gave and the boxwoods, passing through the Eaux-Chaudes spa and the cheese-salting village of Gabas.

Moving from one valley to the next is today?s program. After a gentle warm-up at the bottom of the valley, you'll make your way up the long, hard climb to the Col de Lansatté. This is where you leave the Vallée d'Ossau for the Vallée d'Aspe, and begin a beautiful descent. No shapé turns here. Only old paths and tracks, shaped by generations of shepherds with their sheep and cows on transhumance. The Chemin des Jauspins, which brings the stage to a close, is sure to make you forget your efforts of the day.

This is a magnificent butterfly-shaped loop on a motorbike, which goes around the lower Ossau valley. You will ride in a green and pastoral environment, typical of the piedmont, offering spectacular panoramas on the massifs, first of all the Pic du Midi d'Ossau. You will discover small quiet roads, quiet and charming villages, and you will make a leap in the past: from the activity of the prehistoric men of the valley to the habits of the aristocracy of the XIXth century in the Haussmannian establishments of the thermal spa of Eaux-Bonnes. Finally, you can stop for a tasting in one of the farms along the road that produce the famous Ossau-Iraty sheep cheese!

At 7pm that evening, Pelut and Nanou sat down at a table in the middle of the hut's guests and ate the meal prepared for everyone by Nanou's parents with the help of Thomas, their employee. After clearing the table and helping with the dishes, they went out and sat on the bench near the door of the refuge.

The next night, Renardo wanted to go to the passageway overlooking the Lair. His friend, who had other plans, encouraged him and showed him the way.

From the square, take rue Barthèque and then rue Versailles. Cross the bridge of l'Arriusé, and this until the hydroelectric power station of Hourat. Leave the departmental road and take the old road of Eaux-Chaudes which goes up on the right until a departure of path indicated by the beaconing on the left, and go up until the Virgin of Hourat. To return, take the path on the right towards the Pon district.

From the thermal baths, continue south to Place Henri IV, then take the stairs on the left, cross the road, and continue through the top of the village on the right, then straight ahead to the start of the path. When you reach the track, turn left in the direction of the climb. Cross the bridge and leave the track about 100m further on, by the path on the right in the bend. Then continue straight on to the Grotte des Eaux-Chaudes, following the signs. CAUTION: DANGER OF FALLING ROCKS: DO NOT VENTURE INTO THE CAVE. THANK YOU TO RESPECT THE PLACE.

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m), a very large area, stretches right up to the Spanish border. This village, at the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers wide-open mountain spaces and countless natural riches. It also boasts a certain art de vivre and living traditions. A village to discover in all seasons, full of color and charm? Pleasant apartment located on the ground floor (access) of a residence (balcony/terrace on the 1st floor), 1.2 km from the center of Laruns, on the way to Spain and the Col d?Aubisque. Ideal for families or couples.

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m) is very large and stretches all the way to the Spanish border. This village, in the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers large mountain spaces and countless natural riches. It is also a certain art of living and living traditions. A village to be discovered in all seasons, colourful and endearing.. This apartment is located on the 1st floor of a rental house, in a quiet area near the Gave d'Ossau. Ideal for a stay in family or couples.

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m) is very large and stretches all the way to the Spanish border. This village, in the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers large mountain spaces and countless natural riches. It is also a certain art of living and living traditions. A village to be discovered in all seasons, colourful and endearing.. This apartment located on the ground floor of a rental house, in a quiet area overlooking the Gave d'Ossau and the mountains, is ideal for a stay with family or couples.

Located in Laruns in the Ossau Valley, this valley offers wide-open mountain spaces and countless natural riches: hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, discovering the wild fauna and flora, pastoral life, mountain biking, paragliding, fishing, water sports, downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking, snowshoeing? This fully-renovated, ground-floor apartment on the ground floor of the owner's house, with mountain views, is ideal for a quiet couple's or family stay. Large garden with private terrace.

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m), a very large area, stretches right up to the Spanish border. This village, at the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers wide-open mountain spaces and countless natural riches. It also boasts a certain art de vivre and living traditions. A village to discover in all seasons, colorful and endearing? This pleasant detached house with garden, situated on the banks of the river in a peaceful setting, is an ideal family rental.

Located in the Atlantic Pyrenees in the mountain area of the Bearn region in the heart of the Ossau Valley, it is in Laruns that you will find 1000m of zip lines in the heart of the impressive Hourat gorges! A course of tyroliennes which is practiced in supervised autonomy. Eighteen zip lines follow one another in the majestic Hourat gorges: a unique setting to enjoy all the sensations! Book your activities at the Tourist Office. Open to all, there is no particular difficulty, it is necessary to measure 1.40 m for the children.

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m), of a very large area, extends to the Spanish border. This village, in the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers large mountain spaces and innumerable natural treasures. It is also a certain art of living and living traditions. A village to discover in all seasons, colorful and endearing.. This apartment located on the 2nd floor of a rental house, in a quiet area with a view on the mountains, is ideal for a family stay. You will appreciate the kitchen area and the terrace with a view on the mountains. Its living room, under the roof, makes it a cocooning space.

The Vallée d'Ossau is one of three valleys in the Béarn region that run perpendicular to the Pyrenean chain, right up to the Spanish border. This valley offers wide-open mountain spaces and a wealth of natural attractions: hiking, horseback riding, climbing, wildlife and pastoral activities, mountain biking, paragliding, fishing, water sports, downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing? This apartment, on the 1st floor of a rental house, has an enclosed garden and a balcony terrace with garden furniture for summer meals, with a view of the green mountains.

Located 300 m after the exit of the village of Béost, in a park of 8000 m², the gîte Le Rocher is the ideal starting point to visit the Ossau Valley This architect's house is inspired by the traditional barn buildings of the Béarnais country, with its gallery, its double sloping slate roof, its large chimney and its exposed beams. Leaning against the mound, the house is built on the rock that appears in the room of the Rock on the ground floor. It has recently been renovated and offers all the modern comforts for a great holiday. Magnificent living/dining room with breathtaking views over the village of Laruns, Beost and the mountains, you will appreciate the direct access to the terrace and the park. In winter, it is around the fireplace that you will plan your evenings and for the youngest, the room of the Rock will allow them to spend good recreational moments.

In a residential area, this apartment is located on the ground floor of the owner's house, but is totally independent and not overlooked. It's ideally suited to a stay for two. Its terrace with mountain views will make your stay a pleasant one.

Situated in the Atlantic Pyrenees in the mountainous area of the Béarn region in the heart of the Ossau Valley, these picnic tables are located in Laruns in the Pon district, close to children's playgrounds.

Located in the Atlantic Pyrenees in the mountainous region of Béarn in the heart of the Ossau Valley, this picnic area is in Laruns in the Espalungue district.

Stéphane has settled on the family farm in 2003 with his father. Today in individual farm, he wants to maintain his sheep and cattle herds in "traditional" system. A balance therefore needs to be built between product promotion, herd size and production system. Visit the farm, with handles on Tuesday night (winter season). Description and explanation of shepherd’s life, cheese making by season. Farm: direct selling pure winter sheep farm cheese and summer pastures and direct selling calves.

In the village of Béost, in the Ossau Valley, this picnic area welcomes you for a lunch with friends or family This area is located next to a playground in the village of Béost and offers a table.

In the hamlet of Assouste, 2 km from Eaux-Bonnes (in Ossau Valley): the small Romanesque chapel dates from the twelfth century - Its vault is classified as historical monuments. Itinerant artists of Compostela pilgrimage were probably carved corbels of the apse, the capitals of the portal and the delicate tympanum which two angels hold a Chrism.

The realisation of the wash house dates back to the Empress Eugenie. Its development was to restore its roof threatened to fall, pebble floor calade of different diameters. Wash house renovated in 2008. Point of water per faucet system. This place is a of meeting point during the holidays of Aas on early August, where the festayres find themselves because it has turned into refreshment and restoration point for the weekend.

At 2 kms from Eaux-Bonnes, at the foot of the Montagne Verte, the village of Aas awaits you for its heritage discovery. The typical architecture of this village of former shepherds deserves that you stop on the many technical details such as the construction of walls and foundations, the richness of ornaments around the doors, the troughs, the roofs, the materials.... And many other specificities! Inevitably, you will stop in front of the bronze plaque affixed to the church referring to the famous whistlers of Aas. This tradition, unique in Europe at the time, was born in the Gourette cirque where the shepherds used this atypical means of communication to communicate with each other!

Located in the center of the village of Laruns, next to the Tourist Office, the house of the Pyrenees National Park welcomes you and offers free visits, an exhibition area: fauna, flora, life in altitude. You will be able to see films about this preserved area The National Park is an exceptional natural territory. In the Ossau Valley, nearly 8,000 hectares make up the heart of this protected area. A programme of temporary exhibitions and themed conferences is offered throughout the summer: nature, culture and heritage. In addition, in July and August, the wardens offer a programme of discovery of the Park (fauna, flora, pastoralism) and meeting points in the field for free discussion and direct observation of birds of prey, marmots and isards.

Show and reception hall. Annual programme of multidisciplinary shows: concerts, plays, dance shows, one-man shows... The hall can be rented for associative or private events: seminars, weddings, banquets....

The Laruns media library is located in the centre of the village of Laruns, in the heart of the Ossau Valley in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques. Accessible to all, it has a modern collection of 8,000 books and 1,000 CDs for all ages and all tastes. A sound library, digital collections and a multimedia area are also available for free. Art exhibitions and conferences are also organized in an adjoining room. Nature workshops and various shows are also offered throughout the year. The full programme is available at www.mediathequelaruns.com.

Distributors set up at the gateway to the Ossau Valley, in the villages of Arudy, Sévignacq Meyracq, Ogeu and Laruns. For a snack, 1 aperitif or an impromptu meal, Défi Gourmand has been a caterer for 15 years, offering a takeaway service. Several vending machines enable us to offer you 160 fresh crates a day. Daily specials, salads, meats, fish, desserts, regional products, you name it! 4 local craftsmen and producers complete the offer: artisanal Greuil from Grulh 'co in Buzy, smoked salmon from Maison Casteigt, pastis Bourrit from Mathieu Mourtérot, and cookies from Jean-Baptiste Grangé, artisan baker and pastry chef. In summer, the fresh formula: seasonal crudités and Ciabatta, pineapple Panna Cotta. In winter, tartiflette or ready-to-eat raclette platter (cold cuts, cheese, potatoes and salad, all ready to eat),

Located in the heart of the Ossau Valley, the Gîte Auberge l'Embaradère welcomes you in the centre of Laruns. A mountain setting with traditional and family cuisine. Bar open all day. Open all year.

Located in the heart of the Ossau Valley, this crêperie offers meals of Breton pancakes and pancakes. On the village square, enjoy the shady terrace overlooking the Ger mountain. Betty and Vincent, new owners welcome you with their Breton specialties elaborated with local and seasonal products.

Located on the town square in Laruns, in the heart of the Ossau Valley, Joseph and Laurent welcome you to Jo & Lo! Come and enjoy our pizzas, sandwiches, paninis, kebabs, ice creams and desserts, either to eat in or take away, or to enjoy the terrace on the square. The bar is also available. Drinks on the premises and to take away. Continuous service from 9am to 9pm.

Located in the heart of the Ossau Valley, on the square of the village of Laruns, facing the fountain, the Pamplona offers a catering service under a pleasant covered terrace or in a friendly room. Come and enjoy the pizzas...

Located in the heart of the Ossau Valley, in the village of Laruns, we offer you to come and taste in our restaurant, open 7 days a week, a wide variety of dishes made with local products but also our homemade pizzas to eat on site or take away. For sunny days, you can also enjoy our shady terrace in an exceptional setting.

Located in the Atlantic Pyrenees in the mountainous Béarn region in the heart of the Ossau Valley, in the village of Laruns, Le Petit Larunsois offers you a gourmet break at any time! We offer fast food with a varied menu. When the weather is fine, come and enjoy the terrace overlooking the Ger. You can eat at any time: sandwiches, burgers, salads, paninis, chips, etc. Pancakes and waffles are available from 3pm.

Restaurant located in the Pyrénées Atlantiques in the mountainous region of Béarn in the heart of the Ossau Valley and the market town of Laruns. This restaurant offers traditional cuisine in a cosy setting, with specialities from the Ossau Valley. Open from time to time during the summer, for major summer events. Come and discover Au Magasin!

Restaurant located in the heart of the Ossau Valley and the centre of Laruns. Restaurant offering a varied menu based on seasonal products. Lunch on weekdays. Afternoons, tea room and pastries will be offered.

Located in the Ossau Valley in Laruns, in the heart of the Ossau Valley, Auberge Bellevue welcomes you to discover or rediscover the traditional cuisine of Béarn. With its large south-facing terrace, facing the green mountain with views of the typical villages of the valley, you can taste their specialities.

At the crossroads of the Col du Pourtalet and the Col d'Aubisque, in the commune of Laruns, the Bautiaa house offers the ideal setting for a successful stay in the mountains. This charming house renovated in the mountain style offers a panorama of choice on the Valley of Ossau. Ideal for a stay with family or friends, its location will delight lovers of wide open spaces, hiking or winter sports.

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m), a very large area, stretches right up to the Spanish border. This village, at the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers wide-open mountain spaces and countless natural riches. It also boasts a certain art de vivre and living traditions. A village to discover in all seasons, full of color and charm? Pleasant apartment located on the ground floor (access) of a residence (balcony/terrace on the 1st floor), 1.2 km from the center of Laruns, on the way to Spain and the Col d?Aubisque. Ideal for families or couples.

Independent house of character in a quiet environment at 1 km from the center of Laruns (all amenities). Ground floor Living room/kitchenette (washing machine). Relaxation area (fireplace/glazed wood-burning stove, colour TV). 1 bedroom. (1 double bed). Wc. S.d.b. At the pond. Mezz. (2 single beds). 1 room. (1 bed 2 pers.). Electric heating and wood in addition. Garden. Garden furniture, barbecue. Pyrenees National Park (hiking) and Gave d'Ossau (fishing) at 500 m. Thermal baths with good and hot water at 6 km.

Located in the heart of the Ossau Valley in the Pyrenées Atlantiques, Camping du Valentin is the ideal starting point for your hikes in the Pyrenees National Park, your excursions with the Petit Train d'Artouste and your bike rides up the Aubisque and Marie-Blanque passes. Come and enjoy our 40 mobile homes and 82 camping pitches on 4 hectares of land, with breathtaking views over Laruns and the beautiful Ossau Valley. You'll find the Snack-Bar with its lovely terrace overlooking the heated swimming pool and jacuzzi. At the heart of the campsite, you'll find a range of services including tourist information, a grocery store, a bread depot, children's games, a library and table soccer. Nearby, you'll find a ping-pong table, a bowling green and our two laundry facilities. Come and recharge your batteries at Camping du Valentin!

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m) is very large and stretches all the way to the Spanish border. This village, in the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers large mountain spaces and countless natural riches. It is also a certain art of living and living traditions. A village to be discovered in all seasons, colourful and endearing.. This apartment is located on the 1st floor of a rental house, in a quiet area near the Gave d'Ossau. Ideal for a stay in family or couples.

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m) is very large and stretches all the way to the Spanish border. This village, in the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers large mountain spaces and countless natural riches. It is also a certain art of living and living traditions. A village to be discovered in all seasons, colourful and endearing.. This apartment located on the ground floor of a rental house, in a quiet area overlooking the Gave d'Ossau and the mountains, is ideal for a stay with family or couples.

Located in the Pyrénées Atlantiques in the mountainous Béarn region in the heart of the Ossau Valley, this campsite is just outside the village of Laruns. Quiet campsite, family atmosphere, grassy, marked-out pitches. Heated sanitary facilities in winter: shower cubicles with washbasins, disabled sanitary facilities, toilets, washing machines, tumble dryers. Bakery in the morning. Open all year except one week in October, outside school vacations. Mobile-home rentals, special all-season reinforced insulation, 27.50 m² - 30 m² - 34m² and 37 m² (3 bedrooms). Special rates for 2 people. A la carte stays on request.

Located in Laruns in the Ossau Valley, this valley offers wide-open mountain spaces and countless natural riches: hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, discovering the wild fauna and flora, pastoral life, mountain biking, paragliding, fishing, water sports, downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking, snowshoeing? This fully-renovated, ground-floor apartment on the ground floor of the owner's house, with mountain views, is ideal for a quiet couple's or family stay. Large garden with private terrace.

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m), a very large area, stretches right up to the Spanish border. This village, at the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers wide-open mountain spaces and countless natural riches. It also boasts a certain art de vivre and living traditions. A village to discover in all seasons, colorful and endearing? This pleasant detached house with garden, situated on the banks of the river in a peaceful setting, is an ideal family rental.

The village of Laruns (altitude 525 m), of a very large area, extends to the Spanish border. This village, in the heart of the Ossau Valley, offers large mountain spaces and innumerable natural treasures. It is also a certain art of living and living traditions. A village to discover in all seasons, colorful and endearing.. This apartment located on the 2nd floor of a rental house, in a quiet area with a view on the mountains, is ideal for a family stay. You will appreciate the kitchen area and the terrace with a view on the mountains. Its living room, under the roof, makes it a cocooning space.