Things to do in Pau: the must-see sights

Guide · Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine · 6 places to discover

Birthplace of Henri IV at the foot of the Pyrenees, Pau offers an exceptional panorama of the mountain range from its famous boulevard. Here are the sights not to miss.

Looking for things to do in Pau, places to visit near Pau or an idea for a day out this weekend? Here is a selection of the finest sights to see, all explorable directly on the interactive map.

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The 6 must-see places in Pau

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Château de Pau Must-see

Birthplace of Henri IV, a royal residence that still holds his tortoise-shell cradle, overlooking the Gave de Pau.

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Boulevard des Pyrénées Must-see

Iconic promenade offering a 360° panorama of the Pyrenees mountain range on clear days.

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Sainte-Marie Cathedral of Pau

Cathedral at the heart of the historic centre, a stone's throw from the château and the boulevard.

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Pau Funicular

Small free funicular linking the train station to Boulevard des Pyrénées since 1908, with mountain views.

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Pau Museum of Fine Arts

Collection spanning the 15th to the 20th century, renowned for its Degas and regional painters.

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Gelos National Stud

Historic stud farm on the outskirts of the city, the cradle of Béarnais horse breeding and its fine stables.

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