In around the 13th century, the inhabitants of Val d'Azun seized back from their lords, the monks of Saint Savin, the "milling rights" which allowed each family to own its own mill. In Arcizans-Dessus, many of these mills still exist.
| Department | Hautes-Pyrénées |
|---|---|
| Departure municipality | Gaillagos |
| Outing type | Village visit |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Duration | 1:00 |
| Recommended period | from january to december |
| Environment | Mountains |
| Kilometres | 2 km |
| Altitude upon departure | 980m |
| Change in altitude | 20m |
Climb up to Gaillagos. Park at Place de l'église.
From the drinking trough on Place de l'église, walk about thirty metres down the street. Take the Gaillagos-Arcizans and follow it for 800 m to Arcizans-Dessus. When you arrive in Arcizans-Dessus, the mills succeed one another as you climb up along the stream to the Liar Pass. One of these mills is open to visitors. Ask at the Town Hall or ask one of the local residents. It is also possible to visit the recently restored church which is well worth a visit (ask for the key at the large pink house to the left of the church). Return via the same route.
