The city of Pau is located on the northern edge of the Pyrenees and is the capital of the Pyrenees Atlantiques Department, in France. Hiring a car in Pau gives you the opportunity to visit the Chateau de Pau which is a large castle. It is Pau's most well known sight as it was the birth place of Henry IV who was the king of France during the 16th century. Pau has beautiful views of the Pyrenees and is also recognised for its large number of green spaces.
If you are looking for a historic day out then drive to Chateau de Pau which can be found in the centre of the city. Hiring a car in Pau is easy just collect your car from our branch in Avia Petrol Station and then drive to the castle. Aside from being the birthplace of Henry IV, Marie Antoinette also spent her summers here tending the garden and Napoleon often used the castle as his holiday home while in power. The castle has been classed as a French historical monument and now displays a large collection of tapestry.
