Laruns – Col du Portalet loop from Louvie-Juzon

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Laruns – Col du Portalet loop from Louvie-Juzon

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Laruns – Col du Portalet loop from Louvie-Juzon

05:52

83.4km

1,590m

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 19, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc national des Pyrénées (cœur)

Parc national des Pyrénées (Aire d'adhésion)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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521 m

Riverside Path Along the Gave d'Ossau

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Small path along the Gave d'Ossau.

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5.04 km

Bielle

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there is a cafe in the quera in the center of village for cake enthusiasts

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12.8 km

Fountain at Laruns' central square

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Pretty village surrounded by mountains and gaves

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12.9 km

Laruns

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Laruns is a must-visit village for the Tour de France and cycling enthusiasts. This magnificent mountain village nestled in the heart of the Ossau valley features numerous shops, restaurants, and …

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17.6 km

Eaux-Chaudes

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Small village with famous thermal baths

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30.4 km

Lac de Fabrèges

Lake

31.4 km

Lake Fabrèges

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Nice view on lake at elevation of 1241m. Good place for quick stop near water on the way to top of Portalet.

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41.5 km

Portalet Summit

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The port is not particularly difficult on this side. There is a lot of traffic and there are no major gradients. The difficulty depends on the weather.

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41.6 km

Col du Portalet

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From the south, the ascent runs quite flatly through the valley, passing two reservoirs where, depending on the water level, you can still see the ruins of the villages that …

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