Laruns – Pourtalet Pass loop from Lac de Fabrèges

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Laruns – Pourtalet Pass loop from Lac de Fabrèges

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Laruns – Pourtalet Pass loop from Lac de Fabrèges

04:40

62.7km

1,450m

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 25, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 24 m for 51 m

After 62.7 km for 51 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.54 km

Lac de Fabrèges

Lake

21.1 km

Fountain at Laruns' central square

Highlight • Monument

Pretty village surrounded by mountains and gaves

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21.1 km

Laruns

Highlight • Settlement

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

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27.0 km

Eaux-Chaudes

Highlight • Settlement

Small village with famous thermal baths

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40.8 km

Lake Fabrèges

Highlight • Lake

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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50.8 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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50.9 km

Pourtalet Pass

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29 km of climbing from Laruns but acceptable gradients for cycling. The pass, in addition to a superb view on the French side, is a place of Spanish commerce with shops and restaurants.

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51.0 km

Col du Portalet

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From the south, the climb runs quite flat through the valley, in the course of which you pass two reservoirs, in which, depending on the water level, the ruins of …

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60.0 km

Beautiful pass to the Gave du Brousset

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The Gave de Brousset has incredible views, especially if you come on a clear day. If you hike it, you'll enjoy the Artouste river and dam as well as the …

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