Pau is a small city in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques département in southwestern France. It is the capital of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. The city is located in the historical province of Béarn.
The inhabitants of the city are called Pauens and Paueens.
The city is best known as the birthplace of Henry IV of France and as the former capital of Béarn.
The city is located in the foothills of the Pyrenees, at an altitude of 557 metres (1,823 ft). The River Gave de Pau flows through the city.
The city is served by Pau Pyrénées Airport.
The city is home to the University of Pau and the Polytechnic University of the Pyrenees.
The city is home to the Béarnais rugby team.
Average temperatures during the day in Pau.