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  • a medieval bridge over river Gave de Pau in Orthez - France

    Tourist Information

    Pau

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Pau-Pyrenees Airport (PUF)

Pau-Pyrenees Airport (PUF)

Pau-Pyrenees Airport, Aéroport Pau Pyrénées, is located seven kilometres north of the city centre and about an hour’s drive from the Pyrenees’ ski stations and the beaches of France’s south-west coastline. IDELIS shuttle bus runs from Pau-Pyrenees Airport to Pau town centre and Pau train station. The buses depart from the airport every hour. From the train station the bus leaves approximately every hour from 6:30am to 7:50pm. You can buy tickets directly from the bus driver and the journey from Pau-Pyrenees Airport to Pau train station takes about 30 minutes. However, please notice the IDELIS shuttle bus does not run on Sundays or on French public holidays, and that it is advisable to book a taxi instead. A list of approved taxis can be found at the information desk and also on display at the entrance to the terminal outside.
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Passport & Visa

Passport & Visa

Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter France, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2025, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling. For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.
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Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

Warm weather travellers will appreciate summer in Pau, when the temperatures are pleasant, but not too hot. The warm season lasts from mid-June until the end of September and July is the busiest month for tourism. Winter sports lovers looking for snow will want to visit from late January to early March instead, for the best chances of entertainment. In this case, February is the busiest month. Spring and Autumn are the less crowded seasons, which makes them good for finding deals. Note that rain is more frequent during these periods.
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