Hilly landscape – Porte Saint-Jacques loop from Lacarre

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Hilly landscape – Porte Saint-Jacques loop from Lacarre

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Hilly landscape – Porte Saint-Jacques loop from Lacarre

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28.7km

450m

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 25, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 19.0 km for 109 m

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Bus stop

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4.40 km

hilly landscape

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9.98 km

Chemin de Saint-Jacques at its best

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Gnarled old trees narrow paths a very nice path for cycling or hiking

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18.9 km

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port Old Town

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Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is a must-see village in the Basque Country.
Nestled at the confluence of the Nives rivers, the medieval city is located at the crossroads of the roads serving the Basque Country.

The city has a relatively rich historical and architectural heritage. Notably, there is a medieval enclosure consisting of an imposing wall with four large gates. In its heart, you will find several artisans offering many local products.

The medieval city also owes its fame to the Camino de Santiago which crosses it. An emblematic stage of this trail, the village welcomes many of its pilgrims throughout the year.

At the foot of the Basque mountains, in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, life is good, take the time to stroll through its alleys, to eat on its various terraces, or to rest in the many guesthouses found there.

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19.0 km

Porte Notre-Dame

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the obligatory passage on the Way of Compostela, the Notre Dame gate is a beautiful tower in the fortress of Saint Jean Pied de Port. Walk through the door and you will find yourself in another world, another atmosphere of bygone times, a dive into the Middle Ages, all the houses of the old town bear witness to it.

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19.1 km

Porte Saint-Jacques

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As you hike, approach the Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port gate for a truly historic experience. This iconic entrance, known as the Porte Saint-Jacques, welcomes you with its impressive stone arch. Take time to admire the gate’s old-world charm and the stunning views of the surrounding Basque countryside before exploring the cobbled streets of this picturesque town.

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19.4 km

Gîte Makila Pilgrims' Hostel

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19.4 km

Pilgrims' Office, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

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In the pilgrim office at Rue Citadelles 38 you will receive your first pilgrim stamp and if you do not yet have a pilgrim card, you can also buy it there. As soon as you have filled it out, you will receive your first pilgrim stamp for your journey.

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