The Top 8 Mountain Passes around Hendaye
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Hendaye and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 10, 2025
This is a legendary climb in the area.
It's nine kilometers long, accumulating 525 meters of elevation gain at an average gradient of 5.8%.
The views are magnificent, and there's …
It's nine kilometers long, accumulating 525 meters of elevation gain at an average gradient of 5.8%.
The views are magnificent, and there's …
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The Col de Descarga haundi offers a small flat area ideal for bivouacking. Several paths converge here, including the GR 10, the HRP (Haute Route Pyrénéenne) as well as paths that allow the ascent of the Ziburu and the Rhune.
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Anyone who has made it this far has climbed 450m from 0m, sometimes with up to 12%! Depending on the temperature, bike, luggage etc. quite a challenge. But what don't …
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On this border pass between France and Spain there are a number of shops and restaurants (including a large supermarket) due to tax advantages. A good opportunity for long-distance hikers …
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Nice climb up a very quiet road, which runs through a leafy forest, although from time to time the landscape opens up and you can admire the views of the valley and the Endara reservoir.
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