Transhumance
Duration
3 nights
Activities
Tourism, culture
Level
All levels
Group
6 people
About the getaway
Come join us the first weekend of July for the Vallée d'Ossau's annual Transhumance.
This long-standing tradition is when the local shepherds lead their sheep, cows, and horses up the mountain to spend the summer grazing in higher pastures. And it’s quite the event. Spectators line the streets to watch the parade of animals pass through while the village of Laruns, just 5 minutes from the château, hosts festivities to celebrate the event.
The transhumance is a celebrated local event that truly offers an authentic cultural experience.
Highlights
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Accommodation in a 14th century château
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Walk part of the transhumance route with the sheep
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Take in the views from a scenic mountain train
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Enjoy a 'dégustation' of local wines & cheeses
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Tour a regional vineyard
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Home cooked meals including regional specialties
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Optional activities to explore the area
Price
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Single occupancy room: €575 (2 places)
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Double occupancy room: €515 per person (4 places)
Dates
- 2-5 July 2026
What's included
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3 nights accommodation
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All meals
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Planned activities
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Transfers to planned activities
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Single group transfer from/to Pau airport/train station
What's not included
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Travel (flights, trains, car)
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Transportation outside of group transfer
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Optional activities (e-bike rental, spa)
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Alcohol, food outside of planned meals
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Miscellaneous expenses
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Travel insurance
Day 1
15h00: Group transfer from Pau
Wine & cheese tasting
Day 2
Artouste train excursion
Vallée d'Ossau Transhumance
Day 3
Outdoor market
Free time for optional activities
Day 4
Vineyard tour
17h00: Group drop-off in Pau
Highlights
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Stay in a charming 14th century château
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Experience the annual cheese festival
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Enjoy a 'degustation' of local wines
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Visit a local vineyard
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Explore charming villages
Prices
- Shared room with private bathroom - €390 per person
- Private room with shared bathroom - €430 per person
- Master suite with ensuite bathroom - €420 per person
Dates
- 3 - 5 October 2025
What's included
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2 nights accommodation
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2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
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Wine tasting session at the château
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Vineyard visit
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Village walk
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One group transfer from/to Pau train station/airport
What's not included
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Travel (flights, trains, car)
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Transportation outside of group transfer
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Activities outside of what is planned
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Alcohol, food outside of planned meals
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Miscellaneous expenses
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Travel insurance
What to expect
Day 1
3pm group pickup in Pau
4pm check-in at château
5:30 pm wine tasting
7:30pm dinner at château
Day 2
8am breakfast
10 am transfer to cheese festival
1pm lunch at château
Option to return to cheese festival,
village walk, or relax at château
7:30pm dinner at château
Day 3
8am breakfast
12pm lunch at château
1pm check-out
2pm Jurançon vineyard visit
4pm group drop-off in Pau
Sign me up!
If you're interested in joining us for the 2026 Transhumance, please complete the form below.