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Lindus (1219 m) walks
Mendixuri and Lindus near Roncesvalles
Visorando Member
9.42 mi
+1,627 ft
-1,644 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Orreaga/Roncesvalles (Navarre)
A very beautiful circular route offering a fairly easy climb up the magnificent Mendixuri. The ascent is mainly along marked tracks or a few clearly visible paths to the foot of the Mendixuri rock. The final 100 metres are along a fairly obvious path leading to the summit. You’ll then be treated to stunning views as you follow a level track to the foot of Lindus. From there, you’ll need to climb a path on the Spanish side to a barbed-wire fence, which you follow to the summit. Alternatively, carry on along the track for a short while until you come across a gap to cross the fence and climb up on the French side via a more visible mountain-bike track that also follows the barbed wire to the summit. The Lindus is of interest mainly for its historical significance. It was the site of a fortification during a Napoleonic battle. Descend on the French side to the road (or on the Spanish side, but you’ll need to cross the barrier at the bottom). Then follow the track to the Ibañeta Pass. From there, follow the Way of St James.
The Harriondoko ridges, Lindus and Xaxperro in a loop from Urepel
14.13 mi
+3,294 ft
-3,264 ft
9h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Urepel (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This loop is a superb hike in Lower Navarre, taking you in turn to the peaks of Lindus, Xaxperro and Sorotepo. This ridge route between France and Spain offers total immersion in the open, wild landscapes of the Basque Country. Throughout the route, panoramic views of the Baigorri valley, the surrounding Basque peaks and, on a clear day, the High Pyrenees follow one after another. A complete itinerary, between high-altitude pastures, airy ridges and a pastoral atmosphere, ideal for hikers in search of tranquillity and wide open spaces.
Walks near Lindus (1219 m)
Roncesvalles - Esteribar
20.74 mi
+1,480 ft
-3,114 ft
10h 50
Difficult
Departure from Orreaga/Roncesvalles (Navarre)
The forty-seventh stage of the Camino de Santiago. A long stage but less gruelling than the previous day’s, despite a somewhat arduous descent towards Zubiri. Along this route, you’ll alternate between landscapes of beech and pine forests and charming little villages with typical Navarran architecture. From this stage onwards, the signposting on the Camino de Santiago in Spain consists of yellow arrows—either painted on the ground, on building facades, on rocks or on trees—or specific European signage featuring a stylised yellow scallop shell on a blue background. This logo may also take the form of bronze scallop shells nailed to walls or set into the ground in the major towns along the route, indicating the direction towards Santiago de Compostela.
From Saint Jean-Pied-de-Port to Bidarray
13.73 mi
+1,749 ft
-2,041 ft
7h 50
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A beautiful stage in the Pyrenean foothills along country lanes.
From Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles
15.48 mi
+4,380 ft
-1,795 ft
10h 55
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The forty-sixth stage of the Camino de Santiago. A physically demanding stage, featuring the ascent of the Pyrenees, splendid views of the surrounding Basque Country if the weather permits, free-roaming herds, a sense of being high up, and the excitement of crossing into Spain.
After a long, steep descent, you arrive at the Monastery of Roncesvalles. Given the altitude of the finish point and the cool temperatures, I preferred the monastery dormitory to camping. From Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, a whole new journey begins. The landscapes are no longer the same, nor are the pilgrims. From here on, there are ten times as many people on the paths. Very few French people and lots of Koreans, Australians, Americans, Filipinos and, of course, Spaniards. From here on, you have to speak Spanish or English or use Google Translate. But you always manage to make yourself understood and get by. That’s the magic of the Camino de Santiago.