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Louhossoa walks
Circular route from La Mouline to Louhossoa
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.56 mi
+912 ft
-915 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Louhossoa (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
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.
Adarre and Col de Chancho
7.26 mi
+1,565 ft
-1,565 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Louhossoa (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
An almost circular route to climb Adarre and descend via the Col de Chancho.
The Tour of Louhossoa
Visorando Member
7.41 mi
+1,437 ft
-1,417 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Louhossoa (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Hiking around Louhossoa, a small Basque village near Cambo.
Route around Macaye
3.56 mi
+758 ft
-768 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Macaye (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A short drive along small roads to discover the hilly landscape, passing by the beautiful Macaye church.
A relaxing route.
Ursuya from Macaye
3.42 mi
+935 ft
-945 ft
2h 25
Moderate
Departure from Macaye (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Loop passing through Mount Ursuya, a peak jutting out from the hills.
Baigura from Oihanetxeberria Macaye
7.26 mi
+2,365 ft
-2,365 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Macaye (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This hike has an ideal profile, with a steep but steady climb and a gentle descent with beautiful landscapes to admire. The 360° view of Bégura is magnificent
Mount Arrokagaray from Itxassou
4.57 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,188 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Itxassou (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A pleasant little walk that’s the perfect way to get back into the swing of things.
Arrokagaray from Itxassou
4.94 mi
+1,047 ft
-1,043 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Itxassou (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Climb gently to reach a beautiful viewpoint over the surrounding peaks and even the coast on a clear day.
Loop at Ursuya from the Xixtaberrri farm, known as the Blueberry Farm
6.67 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,654 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cambo-les-Bains (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Here's another way to do a nice loop in Ursuya. This hike is always on open ground on wide paths with magnificent views from the start to the summit. The end of the return journey is via the Iramalda and Harrixuri ridges with Cambo-les-Bains in front of you and, further away, Bayonne and, of course, the coast. On the left, you can see La Rhune, Mondarrain, Artzamendi, etc.
The Mondarrain from the village of Itxassou, return via the Col d'Atharri
6.62 mi
+2,421 ft
-2,441 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Itxassou (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A very beautiful route to reach Mondarrain via the north face. The summit passes at the foot of a climbing site. See Practical Information.
The view from the summit is 360°, from the Basque Coast (Côte d'Argent) to the Béarn Pyrenees, passing by the peaks of Navarre.
The Ursuya loop from Hasparren
5.61 mi
+1,496 ft
-1,473 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Hasparren (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Far to the north, Mount Ursuya offers magnificent views of the Basque and Béarn mountains, the plain and the valleys of Piedmont.
The Ursuya from the Celhay district of Hasparren
4.28 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,280 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Hasparren (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Climb Ursuya via the easiest route. A circular loop at the summit will save you from having to descend the final steep climb, which is quite strenuous. Firstly, as you climb, you can admire the coastline and the wooded countryside of the Basque Country, as well as the plains of the Landes. Further on, you’ll see some typical thatched cottages and the surrounding secondary peaks. At the summit, there’s a magnificent view of the Baigura and all the peaks of the Basque Country.
Ursuya from the D152 in Mendionde
6.59 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,739 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Mendionde (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This hike avoids the busiest routes (Chemin des Écoliers). It winds through meadows and fern fields on the northern slope and, still through meadows, skirts the summit on the southern slope. The final climb is steady. Magnificent 360° view from the summit of the coast, the Landes plain, the mountains of the Basque Country, Béarn and, further to the left, on a clear day, the Hautes Pyrénées. The return is via Gaineko Ordokia and the eastern slope.
Mount Ursuya from Mendionde
4.95 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,365 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Mendionde (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A very beautiful walk offering unbroken views of the mountains. Along the route, you’ll see beautiful Basque houses, woodland, pastures, horses and good paths. You will walk on very little tarmac (200 m), a little on a stony track, and on comfortable wide paths, trails and meadows. Below the summit, you can stop to study the landscape using an orientation table. In good weather, panoramic views from the summit are guaranteed, with views of the surrounding mountains and the Basque coast.
Cambo via Haurtzain
10.25 mi
+1,726 ft
-1,713 ft
1.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Cambo-les-Bains (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A magnificent e-MTB outing with exceptional views of the Basque mountains and the ocean. There are a few difficulties, but it's well worth the effort.
The Ursuya from Urcuray
6.62 mi
+1,942 ft
-1,942 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Hasparren (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Far to the north, Mount Ursuya offers a magnificent 360° view of the Basque coast and the Béarn Pyrenees.
Iturbide - The path of the springs
5.73 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,247 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Hasparren (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This beautiful loop to discover the foothills of Ursuya and its many springs is published by the Basque Country Tourist Office and is reproduced here for use with Visorando.
Route de Cambo-les-Bains
5.00 mi
+469 ft
-479 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Cambo-les-Bains (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
A small spa town to visit during the hike. The route will take you around the village and allow you to discover many interesting sites. The mountains are not far away and the landscapes are magnificent. A walk that can be enjoyed with the whole family