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Espelette – Otxondo Pass loop from Espelette

Espelette – Otxondo Pass loop from Espelette

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Espelette – Otxondo Pass loop from Espelette

03:56

50.8km

1,260m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel 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 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 3.55 km for 181 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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284 m

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.

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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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3.53 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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4.75 km

Pinodieta Summit

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360 degree view, ocean, Rhune

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6.85 km

Redoute de la Convention

Archaeological Site

27.7 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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35.3 km

View from Muga Lepo

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If you appreciate the panoramic views but don't want to sacrifice so much to get to the Col de Gorospil, this is undoubtedly a nice place to take a break …

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37.0 km

Etxamendiko lepoa / Col des Veaux

Mountain Pass

43.8 km

The Col de Légaré is a small pass in the Basque Country as charming as it is formidable. From Espelette the climb is 4.4 kilometers long with an average of 6.2%. However, it includes portions that reach 20%.

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44.8 km

View of Artzamendi

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View of the Artzamendi in the descent after the collar of Légarré.

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46.3 km

Legarreko lepoa

Mountain Pass

50.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.7 km

17.7 km

2.15 km

718 m

559 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

20.3 km

15.5 km

13.8 km

1.07 km

234 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (690 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Monday 31 August

26°C

17°C

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Espelette – Otxondo Pass loop from Espelette

Espelette

Espelette — village and Espelette chili peppers

Col de Pinodieta

Pinodieta Summit

Otxondo Pass

View from Muga Lepo

Col de Légarré

View of Artzamendi

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