Pau in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department is a city best known for its stunning mountainous surrounds, but also for its cultural heritage and its fine Renaissance architecture. In spite of a plethora of splendid old buildings, the city centre has a cosmopolitan ambience and is bursting with 21^st century amenities.

Pau is not especially close to the coast so it is not what you would call a beach holiday destination. However, it does benefit from the Pyrenean mountain range which overlooks it, where opportunities for hiking and skiing abound. The scenic rural areas outside of the city are ideal for camping, while the various parks and gardens available offer respite from the urban jungle without the need for extensive travel.

Pau is packed with eye-candy and worthy photo album material, with sights to appeal to visitors of all backgrounds. Take a leisurely stroll along the pretty boulevard des Pyrenees, a step back in time in the splendid Pau Castle or a relaxed meander through the pleasant nature of Beaumont Park.

Providing the chief gateway to the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département, Pau Pyrenees Airport (PUF) is a modern, single terminal facility handling vast numbers of annual passengers. A comprehensive selection of services and amenities is provided, among which are essentials such as ATMs and bureaux de change. Wifi access is available across the terminal for notebook owners. Outlets for both dining and shopping are also on hand.

Banks: 10:00 to 17:00, Tuesday to Saturday
Post Offices: 08:00 to 16:00, Tuesday to Saturday
Government Offices: 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday
Business Centres: 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday
Shops: 09:00 to 20:00, Monday to Friday