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Hiking in Lac de Serres-Castet: trails, map and practical info

Pyrénées-Atlantiques • Nouvelle-Aquitaine

An easy 3.5 km loop in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, this 1-hour walk circles a pristine mountain lake in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Perfect for families seeking a gentle lakeside escape with minimal elevation gain.

3.5 km
Distance
1h05
Duration
20 m
Elevation
Difficulty
Easy
Recommended for :
Beginners

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Trail description

Getting There and Practical Details

Lac de Serres-Castet is located in the commune of Serres-Castet, in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The area is situated northeast of Pau, making it reachable from the city without a long drive. Pau itself is well connected by road and rail, so if you're basing yourself there to explore the broader region, this lake is an easy addition to your itinerary.

Parking is available near the lake access point. The site is set up to receive visitors, so arrival by car is straightforward. As with any popular natural site in France, arriving earlier in the day gives you a better chance of a quieter experience, particularly on weekends and during summer months.

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Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Lac de Serres-Castet, France
GPS coordinates
43.3898877, -0.3389528
Phone
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When?

Opening hours
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What to bring?
General hiking tips, to adapt to your outing.
Gear
  • Hiking shoes Essential
  • Layered clothing Essential
  • Rain jacket Essential
  • Trekking poles
  • Headlamp
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Water & food
Tip: bring water
Good to know
In an emergency
Emergency
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GPS coordinates
43.3898877, -0.3389528

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Everything you need to know
Lac de Serres-Castet is rated easy.
The elevation gain of Lac de Serres-Castet is 20 m.
Allow about 1h05 for Lac de Serres-Castet (3.5 km).
The Lac de Serres-Castet trail takes approximately 1h05 to complete. This estimate is based on the 3.5 km distance and Easy difficulty level, though individual pace may vary.
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Update : November 2026