Haras national de Gelos
Haras national de Gelos, Horse stud farm and historical monument in Gelos, France.
Haras national de Gelos is a horse stud farm and historic monument in Gelos featuring an 18th-century castle set within sprawling grounds. The property contains stables, training areas, and pastures dedicated to breeding and schooling horses.
Napoleon I founded this stud farm in 1808, converting a former summer residence of local nobility into a national breeding institution. Over time it became central to developing French horse breeds.
The farm raises horses like Anglo-Arabs and Pyrenean breeds that visitors can watch during their daily routines in the paddocks and stables. You experience how these animals remain connected to the region's horsemanship traditions.
Plan visits for weekdays when guided tours are regularly offered, and check the season before arriving. Comfortable walking shoes are essential since the grounds are large and exploration involves considerable walking.
The property holds a collection of 19th-century horse-drawn carriages displayed on the grounds. These vehicles offer insight into historical transportation and daily life from that era.
Location: Gelos
Address: 1 Rue du Maréchal Leclerc, 64110 Gelos, France
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 14:00-17:00
Phone: +33559069837
Website: http://ifce.fr/haras-nationaux/nos-sites/haras-national-de-gelos
GPS coordinates: 43.28390,-0.36785
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
Pau, the historic capital of Béarn, preserves notable traces of its royal past. The 14th-century castle, birthplace of Henry IV, overlooks the city and stands as the centerpiece of the local heritage. The Boulevard des Pyrénées offers views of the mountain range and connects several landmarks. The city maintains several museums, including the Musée des Beaux-Arts and the Musée Bernadotte, housed in the French marshal's birthplace. Religious buildings such as the Saint-Martin and Saint-Jacques churches, along with the historic Parlement de Navarre, document urban development over the centuries. The funicular railway, opened in 1908, links the upper town with the railway station district. Pau also features sports and recreational facilities including the racecourse, the Circuit Pau Arnos, and the national stud farm in the adjacent commune of Gelos. Parc Beaumont and the Forêt de Bastard provide green spaces within the city limits. In Lescar, a few miles away, a medieval settlement maintains its own historical character.
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