Arthez-de-Béarn to Navarrenx
Stage 17 · Le Chemin du Puy
Arthez-de-Béarn → Navarrenx
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Arthez-de-Béarn to Navarrenx · 31.5 km · up 580 m, down 630 m
The route descends gradually towards the Gave d'Oloron river and the fortified town of Navarrenx. The Bearn countryside continues to roll through green pastures and woodland.
Navarrenx is a remarkably well-preserved 16th-century fortified town, the first bastion-style fortress built in France (predating Vauban's famous fortifications). The intact ramparts, complete with arrow slits and gun emplacements, can be walked in a complete circuit. The town spans the Gave d'Oloron on a medieval bridge where Atlantic salmon still run upstream each spring.
Look for the Maison du Pelerin (Pilgrim House) near the bridge.
Terrain: Rolling hills, river valley paths, fortified town approach, some paved roads
The day, stop by stop
- 0km
Arthez-de-Béarn
villageA village perched on a ridge with panoramic views of the Pyrenees on clear days. Has gites and basic services in a quiet Bearnais setting.
View town guideRestaurantCafe - 18kmView town guide
Sauvelade
village - 29.3kmView town guide
Méritein
village - 31.5km
Navarrenx
villageA fortified town with remarkably well-preserved 16th-century ramparts, making it one of the earliest examples of Italian-style bastioned fortification in France. Has gites and full services.
View town guideRestaurantCafeGroceryPharmacyATMPost Office
Places to stay along this stage
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