La Rhune from Olhette

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A beautiful route to discover La Rhune in all its glory.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 10.32 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 5h 15 
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    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Return to departure point: Yes
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    Vertical gain: + 815 m
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    Vertical drop: - 811 m
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    Highest point: 899 m
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    Lowest point: 94 m
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Photos

Sculpture on the rocks
The descent of the GR10
Les Trois Fontaines
The little train

Description of the walk

The hike starts from the car park at the end of the Xurien-Borda road.

(S) At the exit of the car park, on your left, a small bridge takes you to the path on the other side of the stream.

(1) Shortly after, you will come to a gate. Go through it and remember to close it behind you. The path (GR®10) climbs for about 30 minutes until you reach a plateau at the crossroads of several paths called "Deskargako Lepoa".

(2) Go straight ahead (leaving theGR®10on your right), and you will see a sheep pen under the trees on your right. Climb up, following the small white YA symbols, which will take you to the Auberge Yasola in 15 minutes.

(3) Take the steep slope to the left of the inn. This passage is very steep and slippery.
You will walk along a wood on a small plateau. Take the time to turn around and enjoy the view.

(4) Take the path on the left that runs alongside the little Rhune mountain and you will pass some sculptures on the rocks. At the end of the small copse, turn right towards the boundary marker.

(5) You will then come to the Spanish track coming from Bera. Turn left and continue climbing to the summit of La Rhune.

(6) After a short rest, descend down the other side. Cross the rack railway and descend following the arrows painted on the rocks.
You will also find yellow markings. Be very careful on the descent as there are many rocks.

(7) You will arrive at a small wood (Trois Fontaines).
Take the path on your left and you will rejoin theGR®10. A long 45-minute descent will take you directly back to the car park (E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 96 m - Parking at the end of the Xurien-Borda road.
  2. 1 : km 0.13 - alt. 104 m - Go through the gate.
  3. 2 : km 1.77 - alt. 273 m - Take the path in front of you.
  4. 3 : km 2.39 - alt. 399 m - Take the steep slope to the left of the hostel.
  5. 4 : km 3.01 - alt. 549 m - Path on the left that runs alongside the Petite Rhune.
  6. 5 : km 4.07 - alt. 674 m - Col de Zizcuitz
  7. 6 : km 5.64 - alt. 899 m - La Rhune
  8. 7 : km 7.16 - alt. 567 m - Small wood (Three fountains)
  9. S/E : km 10.32 - alt. 96 m - Parking at the start

Practical information

Yasola Inn halfway along the route for shelter and refreshments.
Be careful on the descent, there are lots of rocks.
Rain gear and warm clothing are recommended.
Panorama camera.
Passing through Spain.

In the nearby area

360° panorama of France and Spain.
Breathtaking view of the Basque Coast and southern Landes region in good weather.
Typical Basque village of Ascain.
Les Ventas d'Ibardin.

 Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 81 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.6 / 5
Clarity of route map
4.5 / 5
Route interest
4.7 / 5
GUILLUY
GUILLUY

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Feb 23, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

The walk was more difficult than expected.
We chose to start from the Olhette car park and follow the GR 10, passing through Venta Yasola, which was a tough climb up to La Rhune.
The descent on the other side followed the railway line, with lots of rocks but a much nicer landscape.
This side seems much easier to climb if you choose to use it for the ascent.

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jpcouvy
jpcouvy

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jan 01, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

I've already done this walk in summer, but the advantage in winter is that there are fewer people on this route. What's more, the route on the Spanish side (concrete road) is more pleasant in winter (less exposed to the summer heat) and, weather permitting, gives you a view of the snow-covered Pyrenees!

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Luc PARLIER
Luc PARLIER

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Dec 08, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A magnificent route that reminded me just how beautiful the Pyrenees are. Be careful to take the left-hand path at the "Venta". It only took me 3 hours to complete the loop, walking briskly but not running... Magnificent views, a real treat.

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eric bourdon
eric bourdon

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 23, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very pretty walk, far from the congested route that most tourists take during the school holidays. Contrary to what I've read, this isn't a short walk and it's better to be well equipped, especially after a rainy period (shoes and poles),

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niramed
niramed

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Oct 03, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Beautiful hike with a magnificent view of the Basque country and La Rhune from the Spanish side.
Done in trail mode, the part just after YASOLA is quite steep and slippery in wet weather.

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herve40320
herve40320

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 23, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

nice trip

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Mamas49
Mamas49

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Sep 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

Nice little walk

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Charlesb78
Charlesb78

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

A pleasant walk with no difficulties. The timetable is very generous. Lots of people on the way down.

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Lolo0174
Lolo0174
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Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 04, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Superb hike that we did in the opposite direction! In my opinion, the route is easier in this direction. We had booked lunch at Venta Yasola for 2pm. We were lucky to find space in the car park as it quickly filled up. We left around 10.30am and arrived at the top of the Rhune around 12.15pm. After a 20-minute break for photos and drinks, we headed back down towards Venta Yasola. In total it took us 4 hours 15 minutes, and we didn't go at a crazy pace! My 17-year-old daughter and my wife hate descents and don't go very fast... I'd advise you to do this tour in the opposite direction because if you eat at Venta Yasola, it'll be hard to leave after this good meal. Nice hike with no real difficulties. Be sure to follow the Visorando itinerary as you can quickly stray from the track. When the weather's right, the 360-degree view is magnificent.

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TonyOX
TonyOX

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 30, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

The ascent was done at night, to see the sunrise from the summit of La Rhune.
Not an easy route to follow at night as the vegetation sometimes obscures the path. Fortunately, the precision of the Visorando GPS helped me out of this predicament
Nice route.

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pitxun64
pitxun64

Hello, I do this hike several times a year and only take the side roads.
But otherwise the access is relatively well signposted.
Enjoy the walk.

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Nath50
Nath50

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 17, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : No

Beautiful scenery but quite a difficult walk at the end. We didn't manage to do a loop. We must have missed something at the beginning.

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Frédéric VALETTE
Frédéric VALETTE

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : May 13, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

I'd advise you to set off early as the car park fills up quickly and the part of the route that arrives from the Col de Stignace can be very busy.
The 360° view over the Basque country is magnificent in fine weather, and a cool drink at the ventas is a nice touch.

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Philippe Le B
Philippe Le B

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 14, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A very varied route with magnificent scenery. The view of La Rhune from the Spanish side is unique. For those who want to enjoy the venta, it's best to do the route in the opposite direction, as the climb becomes very steep from this point onwards. I highly recommend this hike.

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xaqtl
xaqtl

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 07, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : No

A beautiful walk with magnificent views on the way up and at the summit, even if the descent seems endless, there are also some fine panoramic views
At the Yasola hostel leave the main path and climb right up the slope, leaving the hostel behind you.
Look out for the border marker at the end of point 4.

Thanks to the discoverer.

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