The small town of Oloron-Sainte-Marie, located at the edge of the Aspe and Ossau valleys in Béarn, has a remarkable architectural heritage. This is evidenced by the Cathedral of St Mary, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Way of St James, and its beautiful carved Romanesque doorway dating from the 12th century. The treasure, consisting of gold objects, woodwork and liturgical vestments, and the Baroque organ case also feature among the attractions of the building.
Also worth a look is the medieval district of Sainte-Croix with picturesque old houses and the charming Promenade Bellevue: as the name meaning "beautiful view" suggests, this walk offers a lovely panoramic view of the town skyline and the Pyrenees!