Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta is a municipality in the Navarre region of northern Spain, recognized as the highest municipality in Navarre at over 1,000 meters above sea level. This elevated position offers extensive panoramic views of the Pyrenees and the Aézkoa Valley. The area features diverse terrain, including dense forests, woodlands, and mountain peaks, providing a setting for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta offers a range of…
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191
hikers
6.74km
02:11
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
hikers
6.75km
01:59
190m
190m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
hikers
11.1km
03:58
650m
650m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.8km
04:36
560m
570m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50
riders
47.4km
02:47
1,160m
1,160m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
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87.1km
05:03
1,870m
1,870m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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666
riders
122km
07:50
3,540m
3,540m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

149
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84.6km
04:07
1,240m
1,240m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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19
riders
45.4km
03:50
1,000m
1,000m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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riders
48.2km
04:10
1,120m
1,130m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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30.2km
02:48
760m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
riders
48.9km
03:44
1,230m
1,240m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
runners
8.31km
01:01
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
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11.5km
01:34
480m
480m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
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6.73km
00:58
310m
310m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
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41.6km
04:18
1,300m
1,310m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

177
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83.5km
08:48
2,130m
2,130m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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15
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25.8km
01:59
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
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41.5km
03:39
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
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35.1km
02:14
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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58.7km
04:33
1,500m
1,500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
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39.1km
03:03
890m
890m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, and Jogging. The region is known for its diverse terrain, from dense forests to mountain peaks, providing varied routes for exploration.
Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta is the highest municipality in Navarre, situated over 3,280 feet (1,000 meters) above sea level. This elevation provides extensive panoramic views of the Pyrenees and the Aézkoa Valley, earning it the nickname 'balcony of the Pyrenees'.
The region is considered one of the best areas in the Pyrenees for cycling, featuring quiet roads and challenging climbs. Routes often offer views of the Pyrenees and pass through scenic areas like the Irati Forest. For more details, see the Road Cycling Routes around Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta guide.
The Selva de Irati (Irati Forest) is a central point for mountain biking, with numerous paths leading into the forest, to the Irabia reservoir, or towards France. The Irati Houses offer amenities for cyclists. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta guide.
Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta provides mountain excursions and walks of varying difficulty levels. Trails allow access to consistently green landscapes that transform with vibrant colors in autumn. The Irati Forest also features many hiking opportunities, including the El Cubo Waterfall. Find more information in the Hiking around Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta guide.
The region offers views of prominent Pyrenean peaks such as Pico de Orhi and La Mesa de los Tres Reyes. The Irati Forest is one of Europe's largest beech and fir forests. Additionally, the Mirador de la Cantera de San Miguel and the Mirador de Abaurregaina provide extensive panoramas of the Aezkoano landscape.
On komoot, Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta has more than 6,000 visitors who have explored its routes. The available routes have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 stars, based on over 370 ratings.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region. These include Road Cycling Routes, Touring Cycling, MTB Trails, Hiking, and Running Trails.
Spring and autumn are particularly ideal for hiking due to pleasant temperatures and vibrant landscapes. The region's elevation provides cooler temperatures in summer, making it a refreshing escape, while winter offers opportunities for winter sports.
The official website for the municipality is animsa.es/abaurrealta. The official phone number for the Abaurregaina/Abaurrea Alta City Council is +34 948 769 039.
Yes, the region offers challenging cycling routes with consistent climbs. One notable route, 'the vuelta de las Abaurreas,' covers approximately 106 miles (170 kilometers) with over 6,500 feet (2,000 meters) of elevation gain, providing spectacular views.
Some unpaved roads within the Irati Forest are suitable for road bikes, especially those equipped with larger tires. This allows cyclists to explore more diverse terrain within the scenic forest.

