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Col d'Iramalda – Ridge line loop from Zelai

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Col d'Iramalda – Ridge line loop from Zelai

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Col d'Iramalda – Ridge line loop from Zelai

01:56

17.3km

610m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 12.7 km for 388 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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382 m

Zelai Memorial Stele

Highlight • Monument

The Zelai stele is erected in memory of the Basque smugglers who contributed, through their action, to saving lives during the last world war.

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8.38 km

Col d'Iramalda

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The Iramalda pass culminates at 397 meters above sea level. At the foot of Mount Ursuia it also offers a beautiful view of the Baïgura.

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11.5 km

Stone Picnic Table with Mountain View

Highlight • Rest Area

When hiking or trail running at Urtsua, this stone table is the perfect spot for a break. Whether it’s a picnic or just a quick stretch, it’s a great place …

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12.4 km

View of the Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

Between the two peaks, Urtsua and Gaineko Ordokia, the elevated position means you have a wonderful view of the lower-lying areas all around you practically the whole way.

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13.2 km

Ridge line

Highlight • Other

Less known than the surrounding mountains, Urtsua nevertheless offers sublime landscapes over Béarn and Labourd. The ridge line leading there is just as beautiful.

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15.9 km

Nice spot above the valley

Highlight • Other

The sparsely vegetated slopes of the Urtsua repeatedly offer beautiful views of the surrounding countryside whilst hiking or trail running.

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16.5 km

Belle Vue

Highlight • Viewpoint

17.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.1 km

2.74 km

2.17 km

1.33 km

Surfaces

13.1 km

2.28 km

1.91 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (660 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

Weather

Monday 10 August

28°C

20°C

13 %

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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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Col d'Iramalda – Ridge line loop from Zelai

Zelai Memorial Stele

Col d'Iramalda

Stone Picnic Table with Mountain View

View of the Valley

Ridge line

Nice spot above the valley

Belle Vue

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