Get on your bike for some of the most beautiful routes in the Béarn Pays Basque region
Planning your next cycling roadtrip, mountain pass or family outing ? Whether you’re a beginner or an eternal cycling enthusiast, you’ve come to the right page! The Béarn Pyrenees and
For cycle touring, you’ll be riding on major itineraries such as La Vélodyssée, La Scandibérique and the Vélosud. For family outings, cross our greenways from Bayonne to Pau.
For an introduction to electric bikes , discover our itineraries in Iraty, on the Jurançon hillsides or on the route de cols.
For the more adventurous, you can tackle the cols d’Aubisquethe Soulor, Ispeguy or Arnostéguy passes, and take on challenges during major events such as the Transpyr or On s’y Col.
Cycling in slow mode
A top departure point for a two-wheeled adventure on the trails of the Béarn Pyrenees and the Basque Country, cycling is the ideal mode of transport for limiting your impact on the environment and enjoying the landscapes you cross, the people you meet and the culinary delights of the regions you discover.
So pack your panniers, fill your water bottle and strap on your helmet for an adventure on a bike, mountain bike or electrically-assisted bicycle that you won’t soon forget!
We’ll take you on a tour of our routes, which are accessible to all: the greenways of the Basque Country and the Béarn Pyrenees, major routes such as La Scandibérique, la Vélosud or La Vélodyssée, and also our cycling holidays.
Our stay ideas
Walks and encounters
Looking for a cycling roadtrip in the Béarn Pyrenees or Basque Country? Here are some ideas for guided or self-guided holidays to discover the most beautiful itineraries in the 64! From spring to autumn, opt for a low-carbon holiday, the ideal way to take time to contemplate the countryside and discover our most beautiful villages.
Hiking and biking in Saint-Jean-de-Luz
A 3-day “car-free” holiday around Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Hiking along the coastal…
Basque Country Tourist Office
From Bayonne to Bidache, cycling along the river
A 3-day cycling trip from Bayonne, capital of the Basque…
OFFICE DE TOURISME PAYS BASQUE
From Bayonne to the beach by bike
A day of relaxation and sport, combining cycling, hiking and…
BAYONNE TOURIST OFFICE
The villages of the Basque Country by electric bike
A free cycling tour from the mountains to the Atlantic…
Lands of Adventure
Pyrenean mountain passes by bike, on your own
Depart from your B&B and embark on a unique adventure…
Ossau Valley Tourist Office
Cycling on the Scandiberique
The small Basque town of Saint-Palais, the former capital of…
Recommended by Aurore
Stay in the Ossau Valley to explore the peaks by electric bike
Thanks to its small battery-powered motor, the electrically assisted bicycle,…
Recommended by Chloé
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Major routes
Scandiberica
France’s longest cycle route, on the French part of EuroVelo 3, from Trondheim (Norway) to Cape Fisterra (Spain), via Santiago de Compostela. Discover La Scandibérique in Béarn Pays basque.
The Vélodyssée
From Roscoff to Saint-Jean-de-Luz La Vélodyssée: over 1300 kilometers of adventure with the ocean as a backdrop. Discover La Vélodyssée in the Basque Country.
The Vélosud
From Biarritz to Lourdes, a gentle journey through the Béarn Pyrenees and the Basque Country.
The Route des Cols in the 64
From Hendaye to Argelès-Gazost, take up the challenge of the Route des Cols: 285 km, 8,000 m of D+ and the great passes of the Pyrenees by bike.
Ideas for family outings…
Our family cycling itineraries
Our tips for… Environmentally friendly driving
For a successful cycling trip in the Béarn Pyrenees and Basque Country, it’s essential to follow the right precautions, especially when you’re in sensitive natural areas.
Here are a few tips:
- I choose an itinerary suited to my level
- I go at a walk when I come across herds of cattle
- I stay on the marked trails
- I take the water and refreshments I need, and to refill my water bottle I consult this map
- I plan my equipment in case of a puncture
- I always wear a helmet
- I leave no waste behind
Bike home
The Béarn Pyrenees and Basque Country boast a large number of establishments with the Accueil Vélo label! But what does this mean? Accueil Vélo is a national label guaranteeing a high-quality welcome and services for touring cyclists.
Establishments with the Accueil Vélo label :
Cycling in sport mode
After that little warm-up, it’s time to get serious! If you’re familiar with the expressions “putting your foot back in the gear” and “having a light sock”, you’ve come to the right place.
Your road bike is waiting for you in the garage, so all you have to do is put on your shorts, jersey and automatic shoes, and off you go. Here are the most beautiful passes in the Béarn Pyrenees and Basque Country.
For cycling enthusiasts, don’t miss our not-to-be-missed events: the Tour de France en Béarn Pyrénées, La Transpyr, On s’y Col !
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