Around 1080, the Viscount of Béarn, Centulle V le Jeune, came to rebuild a town on the ruins of the former defensive site that he named Oloron. He bestowed many privileges, especially commercial and military. The town therefore became more important and welcomed foreign sovereigns and more and more pilgrims going to Saint Jacques de Compostelle.

Many traces are proof of this rich past during medieval times, such as the half-timbered houses that house part of the market, the "Maison du Sénéchal", the Town-Hall and the prison where King Louis XI made a stay.

Guided visit "The medieval city": discovery of the old viscounts quarter and the Sainte-Croix church, with a lecturer-guide.
Visits : 17th June, 16th September, 7th October, 28th October.
In July and August, every Tuesday and Thursday at 5:00 pm.
Inscriptions at the Tourist Office: +33 (0)5 59 39 98 00
Duration of the visit: a hour and a half.
Rates for guided visits:
 3 € per adult
 1 € per child
 1 € per inhabitant of the Oloronese Foothills
 Free for student, unemployed people, disabled people, volunteer people

Visits for groups all year upon booking. (18 persons maximum).

Saint-Peter Square Bellevue Promenade and Ramparts The Sainte-Croix church The House of Heritage Grède Tower