Alkiza is a region in the Tolosaldea area of Gipuzkoa, within the Basque Country, characterized by its mountainous terrain and diverse natural features. Situated within the Hernio-Gazume massif, a Special Conservation Area, Alkiza offers a landscape of steep mountains, dense forests, and expansive meadows. The area's limestone composition has led to the formation of numerous karst structures, while traditional pollard beeches add to the unique forest environment. This varied geography provides a suitable setting for several sports like road cycling,…
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378
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8.54km
03:37
530m
530m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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17.6km
06:43
920m
920m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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11.9km
04:46
610m
610m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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15.2km
05:26
800m
800m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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30
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50.9km
03:55
880m
880m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.1km
03:01
680m
680m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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113
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38.7km
02:19
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48.7km
03:06
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
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19.1km
02:05
670m
670m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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50.3km
05:02
1,430m
1,430m
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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36
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38.9km
03:57
1,040m
1,040m
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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26
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63.4km
04:31
1,240m
1,240m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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442
riders
73.9km
03:21
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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388
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40.6km
01:53
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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330
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82.6km
03:42
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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294
riders
63.1km
03:31
1,360m
1,360m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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57
runners
43.1km
07:15
2,510m
2,510m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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24.0km
03:46
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9.99km
01:35
590m
590m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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16.9km
02:48
890m
890m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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46
riders
50.2km
03:01
640m
640m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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95.6km
06:24
1,670m
1,670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
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45.7km
03:12
840m
840m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
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110km
07:04
1,760m
1,760m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Alkiza offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region's mountainous terrain and natural features provide diverse options for exploration.
More than 14,000 visitors have explored routes in Alkiza on komoot. The routes have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on over 500 ratings.
Alkiza is well-regarded for road cycling, with routes available for cyclists. These routes often cover significant distances with ascents, appealing to experienced riders. For more details, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Alkiza guide.
Hiking trails in Alkiza lead through the Hernio-Gazume massif, offering paths through forests and meadows. The Fagus Alkiza Interpretation Centre serves as a starting point for various footpaths. Information on specific trails can be found in the Hiking around Alkiza guide.
The mountainous and steep terrain of Alkiza provides suitable conditions for mountain biking. The area's diverse topography includes technical sections and varied terrains. Consult the MTB Trails around Alkiza guide for more information.
Alkiza offers routes suitable for touring cyclists, navigating through green valleys. The Plazaola Greenway, a 23-mile (37-kilometer) route along an old railway line, is an option for touring. Further details are available in the Cycling around Alkiza guide.
Alkiza is situated within the Hernio-Gazume massif, a Special Conservation Area. Its limestone composition has created numerous karst structures, including caves and chasms. Prominent peaks like Herniozabal (3,314 feet / 1,010 meters) and Mount Ernio (3,527 feet / 1,075 meters) are also significant features.
Komoot offers several guides for Alkiza, including Road Cycling Routes around Alkiza, Cycling around Alkiza, Hiking around Alkiza, MTB Trails around Alkiza, Running Trails around Alkiza, and Gravel biking around Alkiza.
The Fagus Alkiza Interpretation Centre serves as a resource for understanding the Hernio-Gazume Special Conservation Area. It provides information on the unique ecosystem, the relationship between humans and the environment, and local culture.
The official website for Alkiza is www.alkiza.eus. This site provides general information about the region.
The general phone number for the Alkiza Town Council is +34 943 690235. This number can be used for general inquiries.

