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Ainhoa – Otxondo Pass loop from Itxassou

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Ainhoa – Otxondo Pass loop from Itxassou

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Ainhoa – Otxondo Pass loop from Itxassou

03:41

52.2km

1,040m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

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 …

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8.18 km

Espelette — village and Espelette chili peppers

Highlight • Settlement

Magnificent little Basque village which owes its fame to the Espelette pepper. Basque architecture is omnipresent in a very pleasant and warm atmosphere.

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10.2 km

Beautiful landscapes

Highlight • Other

4

14.7 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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27.1 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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6

27.2 km

Otxondo Pass Summit

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Port for road bike, towards Gorramendi asphalt not in very good condition but cyclable, better for gravel

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43.1 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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52.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.1 km

19.8 km

912 m

295 m

Surfaces

45.3 km

6.22 km

295 m

234 m

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Highest point (570 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Wednesday 2 September

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