.. title: Mountain Biking & Cycling in Ax-les-Thermes: Col de Pailhères .. slug: activities/mountain-biking-cycling .. description: Greenway, village loop, bike park and the Col de Pailhères: mountain biking and cycling in Ax-les-Thermes. Mountain biking and cycling in Ax-les-Thermes: marked routes ------------------------------------------------------------------ Ax-les-Thermes and its valley offer routes for every level, from an easy family ride along the river to the legendary climb of the Col de Pailhères for serious cyclists. Ariège valley greenway ---------------------------- An easy route along the river, suitable for families and e-bikes. Village loop ---------------- A 35km circuit linking Ax to Ascou, Ignaux and Orgeix, with moderate elevation gain. Bike park descents ------------------------ Technical downhill mountain bike tracks, accessible via the cable car. Col de Pailhères (2,001m) ------------------------------- The Col de Pailhères is a legendary climb, renowned throughout the cycling world — one of the most iconic passes in the Pyrenees for serious cyclists looking for a real challenge. Whether you've been planning this climb for a while or you're discovering it for the first time, it's one of the region's great cycling landmarks. [PLACEHOLDER: practical details if you'd like to add them — recommended starting point, best season, precise distance/elevation gain] Your base for exploring ----------------------------- `See Natik Studio → `_ See also -------- `All activities in Ax-les-Thermes → `_