Hervé Bignon

The forest track has been concreted over, so this route has lost most of its charm. A beautiful round trip hike for a picnic in the abandoned village of Aritzakun.

This hike passes by a Basque pig farm, which produces Kintoa charcuterie and cured meats. Mount Esnaur offers a beautiful view of Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Ascain.

A beautiful walk around the village of Ainhoa, passing by an old fish farm

The entire route follows the ridge of the Jaizkibel, with beautiful views on both sides.Not recommended during dove hunting season.

Short walk with beautiful views of the Three Crowns and Lake Endara on the Errenga River.

This is a very easy hike that starts at the foot of the Col d'Ibardin next to the old customs house, climbs up to the pass and descends on the side facing the bay of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. It is called the Sentier des Mulets (Mule Trail) in reference to the convoys of mules that once criss-crossed the mountain to carry all kinds of goods, not necessarily declared at customs, across the border. For the record, Pierre Loti's novel Ramuntcho, written in Ascain, recounts these stories of smugglers.

Discovery of an old mine and access routes via numerous tunnels that had been dug into the mountain. All this in the forest of the Aiako Harria (Aia Mountains in Basque) nature park, also known as the Three Crowns.

A short hike up Mont du Calvaire above Biriatou, with views of Xingudi Bay and the Basque coast.

A round trip from Biriatou with a view over Lake Xoldokogaina (Lake Ibardin). The route skirts the Xoldo, which is the westernmost mountain in the French Pyrenees (Xoldokogaina means ‘the summit of the Xoldo’ in Basque).

A pretty loop passing by the Santa Barbara cross with a view of the bay of Saint-Jean-de-Luz

A short detour takes you past the bottom of Esnaur, then Suhalmendi and finally up Bizkarzun, two peaks in Ascain dominated by the Rhune.

A lovely walk through the Txakoli vineyards (sparkling white wine) The vines are trained on tall trellises and harvested from below.

This half-day loop follows the coast from Cap Figuier to Artzu Portua, offering beautiful views of the sea and rocky ledge.The outward journey uses the GR®121, which runs along the coast, while the return is via a path that follows the contour lines, and is therefore flat and without difficulty.

Short circular on the slopes of La Rhune to the Col des Trois Fontaines. You can go a few steps further to discover the cromlechs.

Walk from the San Martial hermitage with panoramic views on both sides of the border.To be avoided during the hunting season, as the path is lined with pigeon shoots.

Beautiful walk on the ridges between the Gorramendi and Gorramakil peaks, with a magnificent view of the Baztan valley and, on the other side, the Pyrenees. Not very difficult, it can be done with the whole family.

Publié par le Syndicat Intercommunal Nivelle-Nivelle sous le nom Ospitalia, ce circuit est retranscrit ici pour être utilisé avec Visorando.

An almost circular route to climb Adarre and descend via the Col de Chancho.

Une vue splendide sur cette boucle qui surplombe les nichées de rapaces. Itinéraire déconseillé aux personnes sujettes au vertige, qui pourraient se sentir en peine dans certains endroits.

Take a short tour of the Basque pig farm that gave rise to the Kintoa designation, with a picnic at the Ascain sheepfold.

This well-marked trail leads from the village around the Mallos, impressive rock structures. There are two versions of the circular trail, this one being the shorter. On sunny days, groups of climbers can be seen scaling these vertiginous walls, but this is obviously only for experienced, fully-equipped climbers.

Hike proposed by the Syndicat Intercommunal Nive-Nivelle, transcribed here for use with Visorando. This hike will take you to the heights of Halsou, through moors, forests and farmland offering superb panoramic views of the mountains and the Nive valley. It includes a few slopes, but they are quite manageable. The route is marked in yellow.

A varied route suggested by the Tourist Office, reproduced here for use with Visorando. You walk through woodland or pastoral hillsides before reaching the valley, which is criss-crossed by small streams, the main one being the Mouline, a tributary of the Nive.

A route starting from Ibardin that climbs up to Mantalle (or Menddalé), where the Redoute de la Baïonnette is located; this was part of the Rhune fortifications used during battles, particularly against the coalition led by Wellington. From the ridge, there are magnificent views in both directions.

In the heart of the Sierra de Guara, this walk partly follows the historic Huesca trail. Along the way, you’ll discover the abandoned village of Bagüeste, with a church whose ruins are well worth seeing.

Once you’ve made the effort to climb to the top, you’re rewarded with a superb view of the Basque coast.You have to look past the rather unattractive scenery at the start with the high-voltage power line.

From this ridge covered with gorse, there is a superb view of the surrounding mountains, including Mondarrain, Erebi and Arzamendi (Bear Mountain in Basque).

A visit to this very special place where paramoudras can be observed. Plan to be at your destination at low tide for best viewing.

A round trip from Col d'Ispeguy to climb Elhorriko Kaskoa via a local trail SL-NA Elhorrieta (SL for Sendero Local, local trail in Spanish, NA for Navara, the province of Navarre).

A superb round trip from the Col d'Ispéguy to climb the Astate.

A beautiful walk that crosses three promontories with stunning views.

Loop passing through Mount Ursuya, a peak jutting out from the hills.

The ascent of Soylandotchipi (or Soïlando Txipi) is almost a round trip. The path that used to allow you to complete the circular route is now claimed as private property by a local resident, which means you have to retrace your steps, but you won't lose out as the route is less road-based and less rocky.

A round trip to the first two summits of the Three Crowns, plus a third as a preamble. For the less adventurous, the climb to Txurrumurru requires crossing a rocky bar that can be tricky. Nevertheless, it's worth the effort to reach the narrow passage between two boulders that gives a view of Lake Endara. Going to the last summit, Erroilbide, is much trickier and requires experience, which is why it is not mentioned in this itinerary.

A lovely circular walk to discover remarkable trees in the foothills of Mont Baïgura.

A short, easy circular route to explore the surroundings of Itxassou and its aerodrome.

Circular loop through the Irouléguy vineyards. On a sign in front of the church, this route is described under the title "Menta: trail showcasing the unique characteristics of the Irouléguy vineyards". Surrounded by stunning peaks and offering a peaceful atmosphere, this is an easy walk suitable for the whole family.

Climb Pic d'Ezcondray (Ezkondiaraï) via the Col d'Amezketa

A short walk to climb Mondarrain

A stroll along the Domiko Canal then a descent to Embalse de Endara before returning to the start via the GR®11.

Cet itinéraire ombragé, publié par la commune de Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, est à pratiquer plutôt par temps sec car il sort des sentiers battus.

A lovely circular route to reach the summit of Iguzki after circling it.

A beautiful walk starting from the Sare Caves and passing through the Zugarramurdi Caves, the Witch Museum and the village of Zugarramurdi.

Signposted loop on the SL-GI-1006 trail which passes at the foot of the Aitzondo waterfall and along the Irugurutzeta kilns. Apart from the incline at the start and the staircase to follow, the rest of the hike is a pleasant, mostly shaded walk with no major difficulties. The spectacle of the great waterfall is magnificent for those who manage to get close enough.

An atypical course, with a gradient reminiscent of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's "snake that swallowed an elephant". The climb up the stairs may be a little rough, but the journey along the canal is very pleasant.

A circular route through the Ustaritz forest, passing by the Croix des Anglais and the Otsantz Chapel.

Lovely walk with views of San Sebastian, the Basque coast, the Trois Couronnes, La Rhune and a visit to a remarkable cromlech site.

A short circular loop to climb above Bidarray.

A circular walk that passes over the summit of Kopako Harria and overlooks Lake Endara.

A short walk to discover the paramoudra site in half a day.