A timeless interlude
In the morning, start with a stroll from the fortified church, and let yourself be carried away by the peaceful atmosphere of this Béarn village as you stroll through the historic center, or enjoy the fun of a Tèrra Aventura treasure hunt.
In the afternoon, explore the castle of Gaston Fébus, stop off at the local grocery store and, why not, watch the bread being baked in the wood-fired oven every first Thursday of the month at the market.
The castle” walking tour
©P. GaillardThis short, easy and pleasant loop takes you through the Béarn village of Morlanne and its castle built by Gaston Fébus. Between picturesque lanes and forest, discover the many treasures that have stood the test of time.
- Easy level
- Distance : 2,4 km
- Duration: 1 hour
- Ascent: + 218 m
Heritage
Morlanne Castle
Built in 1373 by Gaston Fébus, castle of Morlanne is one of the finest examples of a medieval fortress.
The museographic space honors Hélène and Raymond Ritter, who saved it from ruin and enabled its rebirth in the 1970s.
Gain access to the covered walkway and keep, and enjoy a 360° view from 25 m high!
©Courte Échelle 2025 – G. PortenartHistoric heart tour
This 2.5 km walking trail plunges you into a village more than a thousand years old! Discover the medieval castle erected by Gaston Fébus, the main street and its typical medieval new town construction with beautiful Béarn houses, the 13th-century fortified church and the Belluix house.
Nature
This artisanal and experimental garden offers
free picking of flowers, fruit and vegetables, and seed sharing. Discover trees of endemic species,
200 species of local and original fruit trees.
Mickaël unveils alternative growing techniques: trials on growing without irrigation, bioclimatic greenhouse…
©M. PantaleoneGourmet break
Market
Maison Belluix courtyard, Thursday (4pm/7pm)
Leisure
©M. Turin – CRTNATèrra Aventura treasure hunt
Hidden treasure in Morlanne? It’s up to you to find out!
Equipped with the 100% free Tèrra Aventura app, go on an adventure with Zarthus and be surprised by unexpected discoveries!
With riddles to solve, treasure to find and Poï’z to collect, kids and adults alike will be asking for more!
Accommodation & Entertainment
Morlanne in pictures
