Parc National des Pyrénées

Canyoning

Canyoning is regulated and may require specific permissions.

Information

Information about regulations, wildlife, and hiking is available at visitor centers.

Aerial sports

Non-motorized aerial sports are regulated and may require specific permissions.

Camping

Bivouac is allowed only at least one hour's walk from road access or the park's core zone boundaries, between 7 PM and 9 AM.

Fishing

Fishing is regulated and may require specific permissions.

Aquatic activities

Aquatic and nautical activities are regulated to protect water quality, biodiversity, and public safety.

Cycling

Mountain biking is only allowed on authorized trails, such as cross-country ski trails in the Brousset (Ossau Valley) and Somport (Aspe Valley) areas.

Canoeing

Canoeing and kayaking are regulated and may require specific permissions.

Accessibility

All interpretive trails are accessible to individuals with disabilities, with features like braille, audio guides, and tactile models.

Cancellation

Activities may be canceled due to emergencies or bad weather.

Construction

Construction work requires prior authorization.

Pastoral activities

Pastoral activities require prior authorization.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed in the park's core zone, even on a leash.

Protected area

The 'coeur' zone of the park has specific protection regulations.

Species introduction

Introduction of plants and animals is not allowed without prior authorization.

Littering

Visitors must carry out all their waste to preserve the environment.

Pollution

Avoid using soaps, sunscreens, and insect repellents that can pollute mountain lakes and streams.

Natural resources

Extraction of natural resources is not allowed without prior authorization.

Aquatic hiking

Aquatic hiking (aquarando, ruisseling) is not allowed in streams.

Domestic animals

Introduction of domestic animals requires prior authorization.

Foraging

Foraging or collecting plants, animals, minerals, or fossils is prohibited.

Pesticides

The park promotes a 'zero pesticide' policy for maintaining green spaces.

Swimming

Swimming and water activities involving immersion are prohibited in lakes and ponds.

Wildlife

Visitors are expected to respect wildlife and avoid disturbing animals.

Trail closure

Temporary closure of trails and forest paths leading to the Cirque du Moundelhs.

Hunting

Hunting and carrying weapons are prohibited; all animals are protected.

Motorized vehicles

Motorized circulation is not allowed without prior authorization.

Photography

Professional photography and sound recording require prior authorization.

Drones

Motorized overflight, including drones, is not allowed without prior authorization.

Fires

Fires are prohibited to prevent wildfires and soil degradation.

Hiking

The hiking trail and forest tracks leading to the cirque of Moundelhs are temporarily closed for safety reasons due to forestry work.

Noise

Noise and disturbances are not allowed to maintain tranquility.

Public events

Public events require prior authorization.

Vehicles

4x4 vehicles and moto-trials are not allowed.

Flora

Do not pick flowers or plants to maintain the ecosystem's balance.

Waste

Visitors must carry out their trash using garbage bags.