Are you looking for unique off-road adventures in untouched nature? With around 200 peaks over 3,000 meters high, the Pyrenees between France and Spain offer a fascinating natural paradise. While some vacationers visit the beautiful mountain villages, most don't have the chance to experience the wild terrain off the paved roads. Whether by motorcycle or 4x4, unforgettable perspectives await you here.

Are you planning to cross the Pyrenees off-road in a four-wheel drive vehicle or enduro motorcycle? Breathtaking views, exciting technical challenges, and unique nature experiences await you on old smugglers' trails and remote mountain passes.

You definitely need careful planning, as many trails are only accessible from mid-June to mid-October. Even during the off-road season, easy trails can quickly become slippery due to heavy rain. Late summer is considered the best time for your Pyrenees off-road adventure.

There are many off-road trails in the Pyrenees, but they are often only accessible with a special permit, especially in the nature parks and high mountains on the French side. On the Spanish side, you have better opportunities to explore the Pyrenees off-road.

BikerBetten offers a variety of exciting Pyrenees off-road trails on its website. For more comprehensive information on trail conditions, legal regulations, and overnight accommodation options, over 40 detailed tours are described in the new Off-Road Atlas.

With more than 450 off-road trails in Europe, this atlas provides a unique collection of unforgettable routes, including GPX files for downloading via QR code, making them easy to enter into navigation devices or use for individual planning. The route descriptions also include key data, highlights, and, in some cases, photos.

For using GPX data, we recommend our free online route planner GPSwerk, which allows you to connect routes, adjust start and destination locations, and plan circular tours. The BikerBetten Offroad Atlas is available in bookstores, at trade fairs, and online well in advance of the off-road season and is updated and expanded annually.

Isábena Bungalow Park in La Puebla de Roda, located in the south-central Pyrenees, is an ideal starting point for off-road adventures. Run by a Spanish-German family, the park offers a welcoming atmosphere with bungalows, caravans, wooden houses, and campsites. There is also a bar-restaurant, a modern spa, and assistance with excursions. The region is ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, water sports, and climbing, while motorcycle enthusiasts will find attractive routes and nature experiences.

The Enduro Park Isábena extends over a 65,000 m² training area and offers courses for beginners and advanced riders under the guidance of BMW-certified instructors. The park is open from April to October and also offers an equipment and repair service, as well as the opportunity to try out the latest BMW models.

Those who travel through the Pyrenees on an enduro or off-road vehicle will experience a unique blend of rugged mountain landscapes, winding off-road trails, and cultural diversity. Between France and Spain, not only two countries but also two culinary worlds meet – down-to-earth, aromatic, and ideal for recharging the batteries after a long day of riding.

On the French side, for example in the Ariège or around the Col du Tourmalet, the food is hearty and typical of the region. Garbure, a hearty stew with cabbage, potatoes, and ham, is particularly popular. In the mountain huts, cassoulet is often served – white beans with sausage and confit duck. This goes well with fresh baguette and a glass of regional red wine. At higher altitudes, a soupe de montagne – a simple but filling vegetable soup – warms you up and restores your strength after a bumpy stage.

On the Spanish side, especially in Catalonia, Aragon, or Navarre, the cuisine is characterized by peppers and rustic bread. A typical dish is estofado de ternera, a beef stew with wine and herbs, or trinxat, a hearty mashed potato and cabbage with bacon – simple, nutritious, and just the thing after a pass with scree and inclines. Chistorra, a spicy paprika sausage, is also excellent for grilling or snacking on the go.

For a little snack, there are empanadas or bocadillos filled with regional ham or cheese – quick to make and easy to stow in your tank bag. And in the afternoon? A strong coffee is a must – in France it's usually a café or a café allongé, in Spain it's the classic café solo or cortado. A slice of Gâteau Basque or Tarta de Santiago is a good choice – both sweet, nutty, and perfect as a reward after a strenuous day of riding.

If you stop for a drink in the evening, you can end the day in a relaxed manner with regional wines or a pacharán (Spanish sloe gin) or a Floc de Gascogne (French aperitif) – whether by the campfire or in a small village pub with a view of the mountains.