The Hills of Béarn

Road cycling routes

France

New Aquitaine

The Hills of Béarn

Moderate

riders

The Hills of Béarn

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53.8km

800m

Road cycling

Between the Aspe and Ossau valleys, this route starting from Oloron-Sainte-Marie winds through the Béarnais hills. The course evolves on varied terrain that alternates between open plains, balcony roads, and forest passages, in a typical atmosphere of the foothills.

After a few kilometers not far from the Gave d'Aspe, the…

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Last updated: May 20, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 53.7 km for 164 m

Waypoints

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178 m

Oloron-Sainte-Marie

Highlight • Settlement

Located at the confluence of the Aspe and Ossau rivers, Oloron-Sainte-Marie, a former episcopal city and a stopover on the paths of Santiago de Compostela, reveals a rich heritage, dominated by its cathedral and old quarters.

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12.1 km

Route of the ridges

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Very beautiful route that connects Lurbe-Saint-Christau to Arudy. Little used, it winds through a beautiful forest. On the way, you pass the maquis du Bager stele.

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26.6 km

Dolmen de Buzy

Highlight • Historical Site

The dolmen of Buzy bears witness to the first human occupations in the valley. This megalithic structure steeped in history is located on the old transhumance route known as « …

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53.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

50.9 km

2.27 km

587 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

53.3 km

450 m

133 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 23 October

17°C

9°C

38 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

May 7, 2026

Between the Aspe and Ossau valleys, this route starting from Oloron-Sainte-Marie winds through the Béarnais hills. The course evolves on varied terrain that alternates between open plains, balcony roads, and forest passages, in a typical atmosphere of the foothills.
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After a few kilometers not far from

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