Pau and its surroundings offer a variety of cycling options to suit different tastes and abilities:

URBAN RIDERS
Follow the city's dedicated cycle paths and quiet streets to explore landmarks like the Boulevard des Pyrénées and the historic quarter; families and leisure cyclists will enjoy gentle riverside routes along the Gave de Pau and well-marked greenways such as the Voie Verte du Béarn;

ROAD CYCLISTS
Tackle rolling Béarnese countryside and scenic climbs toward the Pyrenees foothills, including popular loop rides that pass châteaux and vineyards;

MOUNTAIN-BIKERS
Will find technical singletrack and forested trails in nearby Massif du Béarn and foothill zones, plus purpose-built trails and bike parks within a short drive; and

CYCLE-TOURERS
Connect regional EuroVelo and departmental routes for multi-day trips linking Pau with towns across Nouvelle-Aquitaine and Occitanie, with plenty of local bike shops offering rental, repairs and guided rides.