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Saint John of Gaztelugatxe – San Juan de Gaztelugatxe loop from Gaztelugatxeko Doniane / San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

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Saint John of Gaztelugatxe – San Juan de Gaztelugatxe loop from Gaztelugatxeko Doniane / San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

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Saint John of Gaztelugatxe – San Juan de Gaztelugatxe loop from Gaztelugatxeko Doniane / San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

01:03

2.66km

170m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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351 m

Lower viewpoint of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

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From this lower viewpoint you can see the entire hermitage and the east coast, unlike the upper viewpoint, from which you can also see the west coast.

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956 m

Staircase to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

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Staircase made up of 241 steps until reaching the hermitage.

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1.22 km

View from the Hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

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one-way recorded hike
to double for the return
very pleasant and magnificent point of view sue gastelugatxe
confirmed walker level because quite steep drop
but what a reward!!!

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1.25 km

View of the steps leading to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

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1.27 km

Although the hermitage of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe and its stairway have adorned this spectacular islet since the 10th century, it was not until the place appeared as a setting in the Game of Thrones television series that it gained great popularity. So much so, that it is necessary to get free tickets to access. The ascent to the hermitage consists of 241 steps and although the climb is arduous, it is well worth it. The views of the wild Cantabrian coast and the beauty of the isolate, considered a biotope, with its hermitage on top offer you an unforgettable experience.

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1.58 km

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

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Due to the number of tourists who wish to visit San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, it is no longer freely accessible to the beginning of the stairs leading up to the hermitage. Now it is necessary to reserve access (free), go through a turnstile and make a steep descent until you reach the base of the hermitage stairs.

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2.32 km

View of San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

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Nice first complete view of the insula

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2.66 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.96 km

645 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.98 km

373 m

236 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 16 May

17°C

12°C

43 %

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Saint John of Gaztelugatxe – San Juan de Gaztelugatxe loop from Gaztelugatxeko Doniane / San Juan de Gaztelugatxe