Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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4.82 km

Porte Saint-Jacques

Highlight • Monument

The old fortress is worth exploring before you leave

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4.92 km

Bishops' Prison (Prison des Évêques)

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4.92 km

Citadel of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

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Built in 1625 on the banks of the Nive, it is an essential place on your journey

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5.06 km

Pilgrims' office

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The place to get your pilgrim passport

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5.11 km

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port Old Town

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Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is an essential village in the Basque Country. Nestled at the confluence of the Nives, the medieval city is at the crossroads of the roads serving the Basque Country. …

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5.13 km

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port (Way of St. James)

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

An early morning start is recommended if you plan to walk to Roncevalles in order to see the early morning mists and sunrise, avoid some of the afternoon heat, and …

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8.15 km

Route Napoléon South of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

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A steep climb to start the first leg of the Route Napoléon from St Jean Pied-de-Port, but the superb views over the valley are a good reward.

The Route Napoléon (Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles) is closed between November and March.

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10.0 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.97 km

1.00 km

988 m

558 m

529 m

Surfaces

4.49 km

3.74 km

1.41 km

407 m

Elevation

Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

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