le petit train d artouste
plateau du benou
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plateau d anayet
The Vallée d'Ossau is a preserved valley that has kept its traditions: pastoralism and transhumance, songs and dances ossaloises. Here nature is respected and offers us a rich panel both flora and fauna face the majesty of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau dit Jean-Pierre. The shepherds perpetuate transhumance to offer us an authentic cheese rich in taste. The animals always carry their cowbell so that the shepherd can find them. The bells are still made in Bearn and can be bought as souvenirs. In the Ossau Valley, you can see the Bearded Vulture, the Tawny Vulture, the Marmot, the Isard and maybe ... the Bear.
Hiking for all tastes and all levels:
The must-sees: the Plateau du Bénou with Marie-Blanque, the Port d'Aste, the Lazerque, the port of Castet, the Bious-Artigues lake and the lakes of Ayous, the lake of Anglas, the plateau of Anéou with the Pourtalet pass (Spanish border), Aubisque and Soulor. The Tour du Midi Pic of Ossau or the tour of the Valley of Ossau which has just been rehabilitated. The Rey mountain facing the campsite, although apparently easy, is reserved for good hikers.
A path of Saint Jacques de Compostela passes in front of the campsite.
The Nordic walking in the Ossau Valley with Geneviève Laîn Ricard
Geneviève is a sports educator, state-certified for several years, and instructor of the Nordic Walking Federation.
Mountain sports with Chlorophyllous Adventures or www.aqua-vertige.com
Near the campsite, walks and hikes to the rhythm of a donkey on the plateau of Port de Castet with Petits Pas. In summer evenings tales under the stars. A great time to book without fail. www.anenrando.over-blog.com
Fishing for trout from March to September. The Gave d'Ossau is 1km from the campsite.
Cycling: Aubisque and Marie Blanque are waiting for the most trained. For the more modest there is a wide variety of circuits.
V.T.T. Idem and good luck.
the Cliff Vultures in Aste-Béon will allow you to observe live and in the wild the vultures settled on the cliff. A recreational area of 372 m² to experience life in the mountains, a territory shared by shepherds and raptors.
The Little Artouste Train is the highest train in Europe. Between 1800 and 2000 m altitude you will follow the Soussouéou Valley. Wonderful landscapes.
Climbing: Rock school of Arudy, Via Ferrata of Siala, the mallos del riglos, the white rock and the largest indoor hall in Europe in Oloron.
The Miellerie de la Montagne Verte . An exceptional setting for a honey just as exceptional.
The House & nbsp; of Ossau, Arudy Museum . Former abbey of the seventeenth. Exhibition and film about geology, archeology, fauna and flora.
Typical villages that have kept their heritage: Arudy, Castets, Bielle and ... all the others. To discover the wash-houses, the churches, the facades and the doors of the houses dating from XV for the oldest ones.
The castle of Beost. One of the oldest abbeys laïque du béarn transformed into a manor house in the XVI °. 
National Park House.
The Pyrenees National Park is responsible for the preservation of natural sites and the protection of fauna and flora. On site in Laruns, exhibitions, information and sale of souvenirs.
Acrobatic course with the Forest Suspended Eaux-Bonnes.
The Emergency Baths magic place and out of time for a great moment of relaxation. Intimate and personalized welcome.
Thermal baths: Thermal Waters and Waters-good for a moment of relaxation and fitness.
To the north, the slopes of Jurançon for its landscapes and its nectar. Pau and the castle of Henri IV.
To the east, the Asson zoo with 100 species of exceptional animals and 30 programs for endangered species, the valley of Ouzoum, The Betharram Caves , Lourdes.
To the south, Spain (40 km) with the Sierra de Guarra.
To the west, direct access to the Aspe Valley via the Marie-Blanque Pass or the Bager Forest.
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16 ATV loops are made.
Distributed in 4 levels, they cover the entire territory of the Ossau Valley (except for the core area of the National Park).
Each loop is the subject of a downloadable form, in French only.
Circuit of 95 km with a height difference of 1677 m. This course includes two mythical passes that are Soulor and Aubisque. The climb from Ferrières is sloping with passages at 9% and an average of 8%. Then it is the descent into the magnificent Litor circus before making a climb of about 5% to the summit of Aubisque. The last 3 km are at 8%. Small gearing recommended (28x24 for example).
Starting from the campsite, Arudy, you will cross the Bager's forest, then after Escot (25th km). You will attack the Marie Blanque pass 9,5km à 7,5%. Descent through the Benou Plateau and back to the campsite taking the famous Louvie Juzon coast. Total 55 km.
Pourtalet Pass : ayou start Camping the Rey, direction Laruns.
Pierre Saint Martin Pass : you start Arette.
Issarbe Pass : you start Lanne en Barétous
In order to make the most of your stay, we can help you advise you. At the reception, you can consult maps IGN, and Internet Wifi. You can store your equipment and wash it if you wish. We can put you in touch with a professional repairer. In case of damage, we will take the necessary steps to help you ..
Garbure faite maison
Raclette avec de la charcuterie de la vallée d'Ossau
Le camping se situe à 1 km du gave d'Ossau au niveau du pont de Louvie-Juzon (1ère catégorie) et à 3 km du lac de Castet. Pour les amateurs, vous trouverez un parcours No-Kill à Arudy.
Afin d'optimiser votre séjour, vous trouverez à l'accueil de la documentation, des cartes, la météo, la règlementation sur les différents cours d'eau... Sur le camping, vous pourrrez stocker vos appâts dans un réfrigérateur. Nous pouvons vous aider à préparer votre programme pêche, alors n'hésitez pas à nous contacter.
We are in the heart of the Ossau Valley, the kingdom of hiking. It is an activity accessible to all of us, but whether you are a beginner or an experienced hiker, it is important to adapt your route to your level. Depending on your wishes, we can suggest an outing. From Piedmont to the summit of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau, everyone will find what they are looking for to unwind in the wilderness.
The Vallée d'Ossau is a preserved valley that has kept its traditions: pastoralism and transhumance, songs and dances ossaloises. Here nature is respected and offers us a rich panel both flora and fauna face the majesty of the Pic du Midi d'Ossau dit Jean-Pierre. The shepherds perpetuate transhumance to offer us an authentic cheese rich in taste. The animals always carry their cowbell so that the shepherd can find them. The bells are still made in Bearn and can be bought as souvenirs. In the Ossau Valley, you can see the Bearded Vulture, the Tawny Vulture, the Marmot, the Isard and maybe ... the Bear.
La traite, c'est surtout des gestes quotidiens que l'on fait pour fabriquer les fromages. Ces fromages sont de véritables fruits de la passion qui, tenus par les mains du berger, sortent du chaudron comme une naissance et portent en eux toutes les saveurs et les caprices de la montagne...
Fin décembre, vient le temps de vendre les premiers agneaux pour les fêtes de fin d'année et de sevrer les agnelles que l'on garde pour le renouvellement du troupeau. C'est la saison de la traite des brebis qui commence pour s'achever huit mois plus tard dans la montagne. Peu nombreuses au début, les brebis à traire augmentent au fil de la saison et de la vente echelonnée des agneaux.
Conduire et garder un troupeau de brebis dans la montagne est totalement impossible sans chien. Un berger sans chien est vraiment comme un roi nu, totalement impuissant et incapable de manoeuvrer un troupeau. Le chien est un compagnon indispensable
A la fin de l'automne, les brebis rentrent en bergerie pour manger du regain, des céréales, et dormir dans la chaleur. Leur ventre s'arrondissent, les pis se gonflent démesurément, pleins de promesses. Il faut bouger le troupeau avec précaution, ne pas faire courir ou épuiser les bêtes en de longues marches : le temps des agnelages approche. La douceur doit être le maître mot de la conduite et de l'ambiance du troupeau.
