Marcheurs sur la Voie Verte des Gaves à Lourdes

Discover the Gaves Valley Startingfrom Lourdes

The Gaves Greenway

Set forth to explore the Gave de Pau Valley, starting from Lourdes. This converted former railway line is an ideal place for a contemplative walk. On the programme: relaxation, unique landscapes and picturesque villages.

Roam the great outdoors

Along the river

In 2000, the Gaves Greenway replaced the former railway that once led to Pierrefitte-Nestalas. Awarded Tourisme&Handicap certification in 2005, it gives everyone a chance to discover the Gave de Pau Valley with the Pyrenees mountain range as a backdrop. Add to that the gentle babbling of the Gave de Pau and you have all the ingredients for a lovely day out.

Activities for all

The Gaves Greenway is enjoyed by a variety of users. Rollerbladers and cyclists will find the road surface very suitable for their pursuits. Families with young children can enjoy a walk or discover the joys of a bike ride in total safety. The Gaves Greenway is also a route for competitive cyclists and cycle tourists to reach the legendary climbs of the Pyrenees from Lourdes.

Did you know ?

From Pierrefitte, the route carries on uphill. This portion, accessible to mountain bikes only, leads to the village of Cauterets and overlooks the river of the same name.

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