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The Top 20 Attractions around Nord Occidental

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Nord Occidental. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Nord Occidental is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 26, 2025

La Rhune Summit

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The 2 feet between France and Spain, by walking (preferably) or the little train!

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Ispéguy Pass

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Fresh water at St Etienne Baigorry church

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Iparla Peak

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The peak of Iparla dominates the ridges of the same name, culminating at 1,044 meters above sea level. This magnificent natural wall symbolizes the separation between France and Spain. From …

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Col de Lizarrieta

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The Lizarrieta pass is 411 meters above sea level on the Franco-Spanish border between the villages of Sare and Etxalar. From the village of Sare the climb is about 11 …

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The Awakened Stones of the Zizkoitz Pass

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"Born in Biarritz in 1926, Maurice Abeberry died near this site on February 21, 1988 at the Zizkoitz pass, during a walk at La Rhune.

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Zugarramurdi Cave

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Also known as "the witches' cave", this impressive complex of caves and galleries is undoubtedly a very interesting attraction that you cannot miss out on visiting. The main cavity was …

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San Juan Xar Cave Shrine

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A spiritual sanctuary within another natural sanctuary. That is San Juan Xar. An area declared a Nature Reserve in 1987 for housing the only native hornbeam forest or Carpinus betulus, …

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Artesiaga Pass

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Long mountain pass that links the Baztán and Arga valleys. The road is not very wide, although it is perfectly paved and does not usually have much traffic.

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Col d'Ibardin

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Located on the Franco-Spanish border, the Col d'Ibardin separates the Pyrénées-Atlantiques in France from the foral community of Navarre in Spain. In addition to its many ventas, the pass offers a breathtaking view of Saint-Jean-de-Luz and its bay.

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TPR No2 // Control Point (CP) 1: Col d'Ispeguy

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Beautil col on the border between France and the Basque Country. There is a restaurant with a bar and a little shop that sells some snacks

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The Top 20 Attractions around Nord Occidental

La Rhune Summit

Ispéguy Pass

Iparla Peak

Col de Lizarrieta

The Awakened Stones of the Zizkoitz Pass

Zugarramurdi Cave

San Juan Xar Cave Shrine

Artesiaga Pass

Col d'Ibardin

TPR No2 // Control Point (CP) 1: Col d'Ispeguy

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Most popular routes around Nord Occidental

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