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The city takes its name from the stockade (pau in Béarnese) which surrounded the original castle. Pau became the capital of Béarn in 1464 and the seat of the Kings of Navarre in 1512 after the capture of Pamplona by the Kingdom of Castile. Pau became a leading political and intellectual centre under the reign of Henry d'Albret. With the end ...
It runs every three minutes from early morning to mid-evening, afternoons only on Sundays. At the foot of the Funicular near what was once the city’s cycle race track, 104 bronze totems tell the story of the Tour de France with anecdotes and archive photos. Pau hosted the event for the 71 st time in 2019.
The Castle of course, a mixture of several influences over the centuries, and its surrounding medieval streets. Sully's 17th century residence opposite the castle. Place de la Monnaie, its tower and its beautiful residences. Place Royale, a splendid tree-lined square opposite the town hall and the Tourist Office.
- Eva W. 5 contributions. A must-do. Definitely one of the most beautiful walks I've taken. Boulevard is a must-do, must-see. View of the snow-capped Pyrenees. forever was just beautiful.
- Deborah B. 52 contributions. Worth a.Short Visit. Prepare for French Only. Interesting place that is well preserved. Provides historical context for the area.
- Eva W. 5 contributions. Help and advice from friendly, helpful staff who also spoke perfect English. Well located in the center of town. Everyone there very nice, friendly & helpful.
- Somersetjojo. Altrincham, UK30 contributions. A fantastic museum, well worth a visit if in pau! A great museum, tells you the history of the French paratroopers but what really made it for us was our guide, a paratrooper himself, he really brought it all to life.
The town of Pau is in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of Aquitaine, about an hour north of the Pyrenees mountains. Explore Pau. France This Way review: Pau is an impressive town, with a large and vibrant town centre as well as the views to the mountains and a castle among the attractions, and a visit is recommended - preferably on a sunny day if you want to appreciate the views!
A castle in the town, situated on a spur above the river, was the birthplace (1553) of Henry IV of France, who reigned from 1589 to 1610. It is now a national museum and contains a fine collection of the Gobelins tapestries. The house that was the birthplace (1763) of Marshal Jean Bernadotte, who became Charles XIV John of Sweden (1818–44 ...
Pau, Ancient Royal City at the Foot of the Pyrenees. Nestled gracefully at the foothills of the majestic Pyrenees and gently caressed by the invigorating breeze of the Atlantic, the charming city of Pau emerges as an exquisite jewel in the picturesque landscape of southwest France. Serving as the captivating capital of the Béarn department ...
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