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Pic d'Iparla walks
The Iparla ridges
Visorando Member
6.78 mi
+2,654 ft
-2,677 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Here is a possible route for hiking the Iparla ridges!
⚠️ Warning! This hike is demanding, particularly the final ‘ascent’ of the ridges. Best undertaken in dry weather.Between points 4 and 7, there are some tricky or exposed sections, making this route suitable only for experienced walkers with sure-footedness. The ridge includes a very steep and rocky climb (chimney) requiring the use of your hands. Not suitable for those prone to vertigo. Please read the warnings carefully.
The Pic d'Iparla from the Basasagara farm
6.20 mi
+2,549 ft
-2,549 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bidarray (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This is an alternative route to the Pic d'Iparla. It starts a little higher up and avoids the additional detour that was recently put in place to avoid a farm and the degraded sections ofthe GR®10.
Be warned, this hike is not an easy one. The first 250 metres are challenging. The rest of the route along grassy tracks is very pleasant, with magnificent views of the ridges and Irubelakaskoa. The panorama from the ridges and the summit is spectacular.
Walks near Pic d'Iparla
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.
Ainhoa – Col des Veaux
10.75 mi
+4,462 ft
-2,995 ft
8h 50
Difficult
Departure from Ainhoa (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Thefirst stage of a challenging hike linking Ainhoa to the Esteben farm at the Col des Veaux, via Mondarrain and Artzamendi. The return route is described in a second stage.
As well as the numerous 360° views offered by the various peaks climbed during this hike, you may also come across many birds of prey, horses, sheep and cows roaming freely.
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.
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).