Practical guide

Explore Pau without a car

An easy day in the city centre, on foot and using local transport.

From Les Terrasses d’Étigny, much of Pau is easy to explore on foot. The Château gardens, historic streets and Boulevard des Pyrénées connect naturally; leave your car safely in the garage after arrival and enjoy a relaxed day without parking concerns.

An easy walking day

Morning: the Château gardens, old town and Pau Market Hall. Afternoon: Boulevard des Pyrénées, viewpoints and Parc Beaumont. Keep the schedule flexible for museums, cafés and small streets.

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Buses, free shuttle and live departures

Mulot is the closest stop to the residence. Check the next real-time departures just before leaving on IDELive, the official service.

In the city centre, the free electric Coxitis shuttle runs Monday to Saturday and serves Place de Verdun, the Château, Town Hall, the Market Hall and Foirail. Check the official Coxitis page for the current route and times.

A one-hour IDELIS ticket currently costs €1.20 when bought in advance or €1.50 on board; transfers within the hour are included. Check current IDELIS fares before travelling.

By bike

IDEcycle provides self-service bicycles around Pau. For longer rental, IDEcycle’s agency is at 9 boulevard Alsace-Lorraine. Check availability and conditions for electric bikes before setting out, as some offers are resident-only or require booking.

Useful tip: use the official links on the morning of your outing. They show live departures, disruptions and the correct fare rather than a copied timetable.

Plan your stay in Pau

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