The belvederes of Ossau – running on the Pic du Midi d'Ossau
The belvederes of Ossau – running on the Pic du Midi d'Ossau
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The belvederes of Ossau – running on the Pic du Midi d'Ossau
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34.3km
2,290m
Running
This beautiful and large loop of 34.3 kilometers and 2,300 meters of elevation is intended for trail runners who wish to discover all the secrets of the Ossau valley. This route takes you on a route that delivers the most beautiful views of one of the most emblematic peaks of the Pyrenees, the Pic du Midi d'Ossau.
The starting point of this odyssey is in the free Bious-Oumettes car park. You start with a gradual climb in the forest which continues on beautiful grassy expanses before ending at the Col de Suzon. A pleasant false flat leads you to the Pombie refuge before diving towards the Gave du Brousset.
From the river, the path climbs again on the sides of several peaks that delimit the Franco-Spanish border. From the peak of Astú, a beautiful portion of ridge guides you to the peak of the Moines while dancing on the border. This spectacular summit offers a magnificent panorama over the Ossau valley and the Spanish side.
The trail descends again to Lac de Gentau via the pretty Lac Bersau before climbing back up to the Col d'Ayous. A wonderful new view of the Ossau valley and its lakes is revealed to you. From the pass, you take a new ridge line that runs to the Aule valley, passing through the soum d’Aas and the turon Garié.
This magnificent valley suggests a last glimpse of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau before plunging into the forest and reaching your starting point for images full of your head.
Last updated: June 6, 2024
Tips
Includes a segment that may be dangerous
A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
After 19.6 km for 1.43 km
Waypoints
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7.27 km
Refuge de Pombie
Highlight • Mountain Hut
Remember to book on the information site:
refugedepombie.ffcam.fr
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19.4 km
Pic des Moines
Highlight • Summit
This summit offers a breathtaking view of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau, its valley and the Spanish side.
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23.5 km
Ayous Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
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28.4 km
Turon Garié
Highlight • Summit
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30.5 km
Lac d'Aule
Highlight • Lake
This small altitude lake is home to many fish such as brown trout, brook salmon and minnows.
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34.3 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
20.8 km
10.4 km
1.43 km
1.42 km
178 m
139 m
Surfaces
22.3 km
11.9 km
139 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (2,360 m)
Lowest point (1,320 m)
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Comments
January 18, 2023
This beautiful and large loop of 34.3 kilometers and 2,300 meters of elevation is intended for trail runners who wish to discover all the secrets of the Ossau valley. This route takes you on a route that delivers the most beautiful views of one of the most emblematic peaks of the Pyrenees, the Pic du
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