• by mountain bike : 1h30 - Difficulty Difficult
  • electric-assist bikes : 1h15 - Difficulty Difficult
  • Distance : 19.9km
  • Vertical rise : 615m
  • Public : Sportifs
From the charming Béarn village of Morlanne, this sporty mountain bike route takes you through the Béarn hillsides. It crosses unspoilt countryside, vineyards at Cabidos, wooded areas and runs alongside several rivers. Along the way, there are superb views of the Pyrenees mountain range. For an extended adventure, you can continue on to the bastide town of Arzacq-Arraziguet (Les tournées du Soubestre ? grande boucle).
Itinerary
Don't miss
  • The Bearn village of Morlanne. (Heritage)

  • (Heritage)

    Built in 1373, this polygonal fortress with its brick keep bears witness to the defensive network put in place by Gaston III of Foix-Béarn, known as Fébus. Enclosure, sentry walk monumental gateway, moat... all bear witness to the military architecture of the 14th century. Discover the new areas open to visitors, including exhibition rooms and the keep. Gardens, panoramic views, picnic facilities. Listed as a Historic Monument.

  • (Heritage)

    The church of Saint Laurent of Morlanne (attested as early as the 10th century). The oldest parts date back to the 13th century, such as the massive bell tower to the west. Rich 18th-century furnishings. Gaston Fébus carried out so-called defensive works in the 14th century. During the Wars of Religion, the building became a temple, before being returned to Catholic worship under Louis XIII.

  • Belluix House (Heritage)

    Dating from the 15th century, it has 2 square storeys and an attic floor served by a circular stair tower. The building housed a flour mill in the 20th century and is now home to a media library.

  • (Tasting)

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