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Navarre walks
The Askar, then the Argandoita, via the thousand-year-old oak tree
Visorando Member
5.37 mi
+1,250 ft
-1,247 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Urdazubi/Urdax (Navarre)
A beautiful hike that takes us to the magnificent village of Urdax, then up twice to admire the surrounding peaks from which we can even see the ocean.Last but not least, the thousand-year-old oak tree is a sight to behold.
Xorroxin waterfall and Inarbegi dolmen from Erratzu
6.76 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,270 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
Beautiful hike in the Southern Basque Country (Navarra).Discover a refreshing waterfall and a touching dolmen.Beautiful farmhouses in pure Navarrese style.
Baztan Valley village tour
7.62 mi
+1,007 ft
-1,027 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
A very pleasant hike that takes in the beautiful restored villages of the Baztan valley.
La Rhune from the Col de Lizuniaga via Venta Negra
6.29 mi
+2,405 ft
-2,408 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bera (Navarre)
Nice hike to the top of La Rhune, along the pigeon fields, on the south side, avoiding the crowds and the little cogwheel train.
Alkurruntz from Col d'Otxondo
3.79 mi
+1,089 ft
-1,093 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
Beautiful ascent to an accessible summit offering 360° views of the sea and mountains.
Ruta de la ferraria, Askar, and the Millennial Oak in Urdax
6.12 mi
+1,280 ft
-1,289 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Urdazubi/Urdax (Navarre)
A beautiful hike that takes us to the magnificent village of Urdax, then up to admire the surrounding peaks from which we can even see the ocean.Last but not least, the thousand-year-old oak tree is a sight to behold.
Lizartzu Antsestegi Otxondo Pass from Urdax
9.76 mi
+3,038 ft
-3,035 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Urdazubi/Urdax (Navarre)
This is a beautiful hike starting in the pretty village of Urdax, crossing the Otxondo Pass road to reach the Lizartzu Antsestegi ridge. You then reach the Otxondo Pass and return to Urdax via the Saint James trail.
The Mendaur from Aurtitz
7.76 mi
+3,114 ft
-3,117 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Ituren (Navarre)
A magnificent hike through a typical Navarrese forest leads to the summit of Mendaur, with its breathtaking 360° views.A visit to the Ermita de la Trinidad (ermitage) is a must!
The Mendibil tour from Col Urbia and over Col d'Ibaineta
2.99 mi
+512 ft
-492 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Zugarramurdi (Navarre)
An easy hike that offers beautiful views and a succession of prehistoric remains.
A loop starting from Puerto Otsondo
6.21 mi
+932 ft
-909 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
On this 10km route, which is not very physically demanding, you can admire the Bastan valley and the Elizako Erreka stream. There are also sheepfolds, the calm of the Basque mountains and encounters with pottoks and ponies.
Zapitor and Mendabio from Etxebertzeko Borda
6.01 mi
+1,486 ft
-1,480 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
A lovely walk that includes a visit to a moving mill steeped in history, but also takes in the surrounding peaks as you climb up from a beautiful Navarrese forest.
Le Foz de Lumbier
3.86 mi
+981 ft
-965 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lumbier (Navarre)
The Foz de Lumbier is a gorge carved out of the mountain by the Irati River. Both ends are narrow, making it an exceptional nature reserve. The Foz can be traversed without difficulty via a path that follows the route of an old railroad line.
The Alkurruntz tour from Urdax
11.03 mi
+2,680 ft
-2,677 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Urdazubi/Urdax (Navarre)
From the beautiful little Navarran village of Urdax, we set off to conquer Alkuruntz. There are several picnic spots to choose from and the view is magnificent on both the French and Spanish sides.
Mendibil ascent via Col d'Ibaineta from Col d'Urbia
3.08 mi
+810 ft
-778 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Zugarramurdi (Navarre)
A beautiful hike that in a short space of time will give you a 360° view of the Basque Country, all the way to the Landes coast on a clear day.
The flora and fauna will not leave you indifferent.
Les Gorra and Barda (Akomendi) from Itzulegi circular
7.15 mi
+1,965 ft
-1,965 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
This circular route covers the peaks of the "Gorra" mountain range between 850 m and 1100 m above sea level. The 360° panorama from the ridges offers a selection of images of the Basque Country, including the Baztan valley (Alkurruntz, Autza), the Iparla mountain range, the green hills of Gorospil, Mondarrain, and the Sare valley with... La Rhune. The return trail to the west crosses a beautiful forest of oak and pine trees and several small, very bucolic streams.
Peña del Fraile
3.32 mi
+627 ft
-650 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bardenas Reales de Navarra (Navarre)
A round trip takes you to the Peña del Fraile, from where you can enjoy a marvellous 360° view of the Bardena Negra, less well-known but less frequented than the Bardena Blanca. The path is relatively well marked, with numerous cairns along the way.
The Zugarramurdi Oak and some caves
4.14 mi
+738 ft
-715 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Zugarramurdi (Navarre)
A lovely walk starting from the beautiful village of Les Sorcières. Magnificent views of the Basque peaks and the ocean in the distance.
A circular loop through the Bardenas Desert
2.83 mi
+272 ft
-299 ft
1h 30
Moderate
Departure from Bardenas Reales de Navarra (Navarre)
This short walk will give you a lovely, fairly comprehensive and very exotic insight into what the Bardenas Desert has to offer in terms of challenges and scenery, and is sure to leave you with unforgettable memories.
The Txarrantxarri goshawks from Vera along the Napoleon tracks
3.92 mi
+892 ft
-896 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Bera (Navarre)
A beautiful loop from the charming village of Vera de Bidassoa with a magnificent view of La Rhune on the way up and a pleasant descent through the forest.
Unanu and San Juan Xar from Igantzi
6.72 mi
+1,857 ft
-1,860 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Igantzi (Navarre)
A Roman road, a summit offering 360-degree views, wooden vultures, a superb cave, miraculous waters, all in a forest offering a fabulous setting: follow the guide!
Leurtza peaks and lakes from Urrotz
7.34 mi
+1,529 ft
-1,552 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Urroz (Navarre)
A superb hike with four peaks over 1000 m, two superb lakes and also a dolmen, a menhir, an ancient Roman road, all in a protected natural setting.
Roncesvalles loop via Burguete
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.06 mi
+778 ft
-784 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Orreaga/Roncesvalles (Navarre)
A beautiful loop around the hospitable center of Roncesvalles, an important stage in the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela.Roncesvalles is called Roncesvalles in Castilian, or Orreaga in Basque.
The route passes through the village of Auritz (in Basque) or Burguete (in Castilian).
Otsondottiki from Urdax
5.19 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,194 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Urdazubi/Urdax (Navarre)
This loop is known as SL-NA-15 Otsondottiki. It climbs from the Urdax monastery to the Otsondottiki Pass on a forestry route.
Otsondottiki means little Otsondo in Basque, the Col d'Otsondo (pass) being situated a little higher up.
The white and green markers are clearly visible and the route is unambiguous.
The route is not particularly difficult.
Bianditz loop from Artikutxa park
6.61 mi
+1,621 ft
-1,621 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Goizueta (Navarre)
A magnificent loop through the Artikutxa park, taking in the splendour of the beech forest and the panoramic view of the Navarre mountains via Bianditz.
The Aritzmendi circular route from Bera de Bidassoa.
7.21 mi
+1,657 ft
-1,644 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Bera (Navarre)
The climb up the south face of Aritzmendi allows you to hike in the sun, apart from the beautiful forest sections.
The view from the top is magnificent, with a 360° panorama of mountains and ocean.
Kopako Harria from Lake Endara
3.73 mi
+1,335 ft
-1,348 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lesaka (Navarre)
A circular walk that passes over the summit of Kopako Harria and overlooks Lake Endara.
Tres Mugas from El Paso
8.70 mi
+476 ft
-476 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bardenas Reales de Navarra (Navarre)
A loop to climb the Tres Mugas, the highest point in the Bardenas Reales, then pass the foot of Puy Águila.
Castillo de Peñaflor
7.60 mi
+289 ft
-315 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Bardenas Reales de Navarra (Navarre)
Situated in the Bardenas Reales desert, this castle is said to have served, according to legend, as a prison for Doña Blanca of Navarre, who is said to have refused the husband chosen for her by her father, Juan II of Aragon.
Narbalatz pass loop from Etxalar
7.12 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,752 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Etxalar (Navarre)
A beautiful hike from a delightful Basque-Spanish village over the passes, with magnificent views on both sides of the border.
Irubelakaskoa from the Otxondo Pass
8.41 mi
+2,149 ft
-2,129 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
For those familiar with the Irubelkaskoa route from the Basasagarra farm, this hike is much easier.
The road leading to the start from the Otxondo Pass already offers magnificent views.
The hike passes through a beautiful forest and continues along grassy paths, arriving – as is often the case in the Basque Country – at the summit with a 360° view. The return route follows a ridge line to Gorramakil and then Gorramendi for those wishing to extend the hike, with splendid views of all the peaks throughout. For this hike, I joined the track at the Otanarteko Pass.
Atxuela Lepoa circular route from Azpilkueta
6.40 mi
+1,581 ft
-1,581 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
A lovely circular route starting from the village of Azpilkueta via the Atxuela Pass.
The Moulin d'Enfer and the GR®11 loop from Etxebertzeko Borda
6.44 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,207 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
A beautiful hike through a forest of oak, beech and spruce.Here, green dominates.There are many sights to see, including a beautifully renovated mill and lime kilns that bear witness to Navarre's history.At the top of the hike, a beautiful view of the Basque country on the French side, and of the sea if the sky is clear.
Antsestegi and Lizartzu from Otxondo
6.30 mi
+1,368 ft
-1,335 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
A lovely hike which, despite a reasonable elevation gain, will allow you to admire many of the Basque Country’s key peaks and, on a clear day, offer you a breathtaking view of the coast.
Eskas - Artikutza
6.76 mi
+1,447 ft
-1,473 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Goizueta (Navarre)
Circular path in a natural park to Lake Artikutza (dry) via thePR®®-NA-124 Eskas - Artikutza trail.
The Millennium Oak from Zugarramurdi, short version
3.69 mi
+390 ft
-410 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Zugarramurdi (Navarre)
Set off from a charming village of witches to discover a majestic oak tree.
Urdiki, Apaola and Oianberri from Arantza
7.27 mi
+2,313 ft
-2,280 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Arantza (Navarre)
A very lovely walk in the heart of nature, with only the sounds of wildlife. For almost the entire route, there are impressive views of the surrounding peaks, including Mendaur, the Trois Couronnes, La Rhune, etc.
Goizamendi, Antsestegi and Lizartzu from Lizarmeaka (Otxondo)
8.71 mi
+2,146 ft
-2,123 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
A beautiful circular route along the ridges from Otxondo offering panoramic views of the Baztan Valley, then the Gorra range and the peaks of the Basque Country. At Lizartzu, you can visit the three caves, remnants of the Franco era. On the return journey, you’ll discover the western slope, with the Côte Basque, La Rhune, Atxuria and the jewel of the Baztan, Alkurruntz.
Moulin de l'Enfer and Palacio de Azkolegi
12.90 mi
+3,143 ft
-3,182 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
A lovely walk through the heart of the Bastan valley, starting from the Etchebertzekoborda restaurant and passing by the beautifully restored “Moulin de l’Enfer” and the Palacio de Aizkolegi (at the top of the Bertiz estate).
Great loop via the Trinidad ridges from Lumbier
7.24 mi
+1,978 ft
-1,972 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Lumbier (Navarre)
This loop from Lumbier takes you to a hermitage, a ridge trail with fine views, two mineral arches and the Foz de Lumbier. An alternative to the small loop starting from the paying car park at Foz de Lumbier, the first part of which is not very interesting.
This hike is for experienced hikers only.
The "Chemin de la Forge" from Urdax
2.44 mi
+486 ft
-482 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Urdazubi/Urdax (Navarre)
A leisurely hike through a charming village, forest and stream.
Pic d'Orhy from Port de Larrau
2.78 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,437 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Navarre
An accessible short hike allowing you to climb Pic d'Orhy, the first peak to reach 2,000 metres above sea level from the Atlantic Ocean and the highest point in Soule. Magnificent views of the surrounding Basque Country and the high peaks of the Pyrenees.
The Cabezo de Castildetierra
0.74 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
0h 20
Easy
Departure from Bardenas Reales de Navarra (Navarre)
A short walk around one of the most remarkable sites in the Bardenas Reales, a very arid area in the south-west of the Autonomous Community of Navarre.
Legate from Lekaroz (Baztan)
7.70 mi
+2,208 ft
-2,215 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
Legate (870 m) is one of the most picturesque peaks in the Baztan valley. Located to the North of Elizondo, the view from the summit is 360°, with Askolegi dominating the Bertiz park. Below, a majestic calvary leads the way back to the hamlet of Lekaroz.
Erentzu and Intzola Circular Loop
4.78 mi
+948 ft
-974 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Bera (Navarre)
A circular route that takes in the restaurants on the border between Ziburumendi and Errentzazu.
Gorramendi and Gorramakil
3.76 mi
+902 ft
-883 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
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.
Xorroxin waterfall from Erratzu
3.98 mi
+331 ft
-322 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Baztan (Navarre)
It's a hike for the whole family through forests and past streams, with the reward being the superb Cascade de Xorroxin, source of the Baztan-Bidassoa river... and perhaps the discovery of the treasure guarded by the lamias beneath the waterfall.
Adi ascent
4.92 mi
+1,752 ft
-1,732 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Erro (Navarre)
The Adi overlooks the Urepel valley and the Quinto Real, which belonged to the kings of Navarre. The inhabitants paid a grazing fee corresponding to one-fifth of the herds, the quint.Currently reduced to 2,000 ha on the French side, but belonging to Spain, only the families of Saint-Étienne de Baïgorry have use of it. Herd owners pay a grazing fee (vacade) for each animal. This is why a fence marks the boundary of the Quinto Real.
The Karmen Trail in Etxalar
6.86 mi
+869 ft
-843 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Etxalar (Navarre)
Karmen – which we French spell Carmen – is indeed the heroine of a short story by Prosper Mérimée, written in 1835, as well as of George Bizet’s famous opera (1875). Carmen was born in Etxalar. The municipality of Etxalar has therefore created a path leading to the house where Karmen lived as a young woman. Along the route, there are six information boards about Karmen’s era, her way of life and the events that took place at that time.
This is the route we are suggesting here. It is therefore a walk that combines nature and culture.
