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Bidassoa (fleuve) walks
Xoldoko Gaina loop climb
Visorando Member
5.32 mi
+1,729 ft
-1,729 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Biriatou (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Starting from Biriatou, climb Xoldoko Gaina and its tower.
This hike takes you quickly up the Basque Coast, with views of La Rhune, the 3 Couronnes and the Côte d'Argent in the Bay of Biscay.
The return journey is along the Bidassoa.
The Calvary of Biriatou
Association / Club / Walk leader
3.89 mi
+860 ft
-856 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Biriatou (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A short hike up Mont du Calvaire above Biriatou, with views of Xingudi Bay and the Basque coast.
The historic center of Fontarrabie
1.29 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Hondarribia/Fontarrabie (Gipuzkoa)
The typical, picturesque village of Fontarrabie is one of the region's finest examples of Basque-Spanish culture and architecture. With its facades of brightly-colored wood contrasting with the surrounding white, its pedestrian streets, ancient fortifications and cathedral, it's a Basque journey summed up in one town. Numerous cafés and "pintxos" bars line the route for a gastronomic break.
Xoldoko Gaina (summit of Xoldo)
4.15 mi
+1,552 ft
-1,526 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Biriatou (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
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 Ascain to Hendaye
10.64 mi
+1,079 ft
-1,158 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Ascain (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A lovely stage with a seaside feel and the end of the journey in sight.
Circular from Sunbilla
14.50 mi
+2,710 ft
-2,687 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Sunbilla (Navarre)
Starting from the small village of Sunbilla in the Bidassoa valley south of Vera, this is a pretty, technically easy circular on beautiful tracks except for one short section. There is a small campsite on the heights above the village.
Plaiaundi Ecological Park in Irun from Ficoba
3.39 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Irun (Gipuzkoa)
Plaiaundi Ecological Park is located in Irun, between the Bidassoa River, the Jaizubia Stream and Txingudi Bay. Inside the park, there is an interpretation centre providing information.
There are numerous observation points along the route where you can watch the birds without disturbing them. There are also many information panels and benches.
The park serves as a refuge for migratory birds due to its location at the foot of the Pyrenees. It has two saltwater lagoons and one freshwater lagoon.
With virtually no elevation gain, it is a great place for a family outing.