Esterençubi Village – Porte Saint-Jacques loop from Sources de la Nive

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Esterençubi Village – Porte Saint-Jacques loop from Sources de la Nive

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Esterençubi Village – Porte Saint-Jacques loop from Sources de la Nive

01:41

26.8km

280m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 13.5 km for 86 m

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4.79 km

Esterençubi Village

Highlight • Settlement

Last point to load water before the ascent to Arpea. In this small town, apart from a couple of restaurants, you can find a covered pediment that can serve as a shelter or rest area.

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12.9 km

Plaza Berri Municipal Campsite

Highlight • Mountain Hut

small municipal campsite. calm, well kept.

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13.1 km

Porte Notre-Dame

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the obligatory passage on the Way of Compostela, the Notre Dame gate is a beautiful tower in the fortress of Saint Jean Pied de Port. Walk through the door and …

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13.3 km

Citadel of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Highlight • Castle

Built in 1625 on the banks of the Nive, it is a must-see spot on your journey.

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13.3 km

Pilgrims' Office, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Highlight • Rest Area

In the pilgrim office at Rue Citadelles 38 you will receive your first pilgrim stamp and if you do not yet have a pilgrim card, you can also buy it …

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13.4 km

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is a must-see village in the Basque Country.
Nestled at the confluence of the Nives rivers, the medieval city is located at the crossroads of the roads serving the Basque Country.

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13.5 km

Porte Saint-Jacques

Highlight • Historical Site

As you hike, approach the Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port gate for a truly historic experience. This iconic entrance, known as the Porte Saint-Jacques, welcomes you with its impressive stone arch. Take time to …

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