Aeroport Pau-Pyrenees is located 10 Km from Pau. There is a taxi rank outside the terminal; journey time by taxi is 20-40 minutes and costs €25-€35. See www.pau.aeroport.fr for more information.

The Castle of Henry IV - Birthplace of France's greatest King

A national museum located in a mediaeval fortress, where visitors can see the fully decked out royal apartments and the largest collection of 16th-19th century Gobelin Tapestries in the world.

The Castle of Henry IV

The Pau region, golfers’ paradise

At the foot of the Pyrenees, the oldest and historical golf course in continental Europe not to miss! Pau Golf Club and the other fabulous 18-hole courses in the region Pau Artigulouve Blue green golf & Salies de Bearn Golf Club offering spectacular views, luxurious surroundings , convivial and relaxing atmosphere to charm all visitors. The history of Pau Golf Club is bound to that of the city. During the 19th century, the mild climate made Pau the preferred holiday destination for the British. They marked the city with elegant villas, beautiful parks and, most important to golf fanatics.Come and test your swing in the Bearn and Basque country with 11 legendary turfs around Pau all within close vicinity

The Pau region

The Atlantic Coast

The wide open spaces and thrills of the Atlantic's waves are only an hour away from Pau. Also experience the beauty of the largest pine forest and highest sand dunes in Europe!

The Gers in Gascony

Those who enjoy meeting people and admiring beautiful landscapes will be in their element in the pretty departement of the Gers in Gascony. Take a trip through time at historical sites and in traditional villages. Sample the local gastronomical delights, and experience the wide range of cultural and sporting events on offer, including: dance, music festivals, parades and ferias.

The Cirque of Gavarnie, Betharram caves and Lourdes: 3 Treasures of the Pyrenees

Three of the most visited sites in Europe are only a short distance from Pau. The Cirque de Gavarnie (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the unforgettable Betharram Caves offer impressive shows of Nature to millions of annual visitors. The world renowned Lourdes Sanctuary is visited by some 5 million pilgrims each year.

3 Treasures of the Pyrenees

• Pyrenees
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• Pau Airport


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• Aquitaine


• Pau City


• Plages


• Gascogne


• Lourdes