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Espelette – Ainhoa loop from Itxassou

Espelette – Ainhoa loop from Itxassou

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Espelette – Ainhoa loop from Itxassou

06:34

127km

2,230m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 26, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 126 km for 56 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.78 km

Itxassou

Highlight • Restaurant

Itxassou is a pretty little village in the heart of the Basque Country. Crossed by the Nive, Itxassou has typical Basque architecture. The village partly owes its reputation to Itxassou cherries. Also worth discovering is the Rabbit Forest, a space dedicated to dozens of species of rabbit. You will find many restaurants there which offer local gastronomy.

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7.97 km

Espelette

Highlight • Settlement

The name Espelette originates from the Basque Ezpeleta and is located in the foothills of the Pyrenees in the Nive valley. The town is located approx. 10 km from the Spanish border.

Espelette is famous for its aromatic Capsicum chili variety, which has been grown here since the 17th century. The chili is also better known by the name "Piment d´Espelette". On the typical Basque houses, chili peppers often hang from the front, with the harvest beginning in August.

A stroll through the shops with their diverse spice offerings, as well as cafes and restaurants, offers a varied selection.

The former castle, which is no longer in its original condition, now houses the town hall. The Saint Etienne church dates from the 17th century and was a fortified church.

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10.9 km

Col de Pinodieta

Highlight • Mountain Pass

The port of Pinodieta is 176 meters above sea level, between the towns of Espelette and Ainhoa. From the top you have incredible views.

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14.4 km

Ainhoa

Highlight • Settlement

Ainhoa is one of the most beautiful villages in the region, with its Labourdine houses and its historic church. There is also a campsite, restaurants, several hotels. Do not hesitate to taste a taloa next to the pediment.

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27.6 km

Otxondo Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Small col on the border between the Basque Country and France. It has a restaurant with a bar and a small shop that sells snacks and souvenirs

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32.0 km

Panoramic views from the road

Highlight • Viewpoint

The views on this section of the road are simply wonderful. The best in the upward direction Elizondo-Otxondo.

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39.9 km

Baztan

Lake

59.1 km

Artesiaga Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Highway port at 984 masl, very popular in the area since you can get here both by road and by paths, either by mtb or on foot. A very quiet place with very beautiful panoramic views.

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68.5 km

Real Fábrica de Municiones de Eugi

Forest

72.6 km

Urkiagako lepoa

Mountain Pass

81.3 km

Ahadi Lepo

Mountain Pass

92.4 km

Mine de Banca

Archaeological Site

127 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

73.7 km

50.3 km

1.65 km

1.03 km

Surfaces

122 km

4.60 km

161 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (990 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Friday 31 July

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Espelette – Ainhoa loop from Itxassou

Itxassou

Espelette

Col de Pinodieta

Ainhoa

Otxondo Pass

Panoramic views from the road

Artesiaga Pass

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