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Heart of the Iraty forest – Burdincurutcheta Pass loop from Col Bagargiak

Heart of the Iraty forest – Burdincurutcheta Pass loop from Col Bagargiak

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4.4

(11)

254

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Heart of the Iraty forest – Burdincurutcheta Pass loop from Col Bagargiak

03:45

63.8km

1,530m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

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After 2.81 km for 165 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.88 km

Lac d'Iraty

Lake

6.21 km

Heart of the Iraty forest

Highlight • Other

The largest beech forest in Europe, the Iraty forest is one of the jewels of the Basque Country. Its 20,000 hectares are divided between France and Spain and bring together many remarkable plant and animal species: beeches, firs, deer, roe deer, etc.

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6.59 km

Crossroads in Irati

Highlight • Other

It is a spectacular place, with the mountains, the lake, the trees, the meadows. Whenever I pass by there, it seems to me to be one of the most beautiful hidden places in this area of the Pyrenees. It brings together everything that characterizes the essence of the Irati area.
It is a crossroads because the road that comes from Col de Burdinkurutzeta, the road that goes up to Col de Bargagi or Col d'Iraty and the road that comes from Surzai Lepoa converge here, heading towards Artaburu.

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8.91 km

Burdincurutcheta Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

This pretty pass provides a beautiful introduction to the largest beech forest in Europe: the Iraty forest. From the village of Saint-Jean-le-Vieux, the climb is 20 kilometers long at an average gradient of 4.6% with a maximum of around 11%.

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13.1 km

Col d'Haritzkurutxe

Mountain Pass

13.6 km

Col Haltzako

Mountain Pass

27.9 km

Saint-Jean-le-Vieux

Highlight • Other

The village of Saint-Jean-le-Vieux is nestled at the foot of the Pyrenees in the heart of the Basque Country. The surrounding hills are dotted with protohistoric remains that bear witness to a rich history. The Roman Empire had positioned one of its most important garrisons there, contributing to the development of the village.

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31.8 km

Town Hall Square

Highlight • Settlement

32.3 km

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Highlight • Settlement

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. The city has a relatively rich historical and architectural heritage. There is notably a medieval enclosure made up of an imposing wall pierced by four large gates. At its heart you will find several artisans who offer many local products. The medieval city also owes its fame to the Camino de Santiago which crosses it. An emblematic stop on this trail, the village welcomes many of its pilgrims throughout the year. At the foot of the Basque mountains, in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, life is good. Take the time to stroll through its streets, eat on its various terraces or relax in the many lodges there.

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42.6 km

Lecumberry

Highlight • Settlement

The small village of Lecumberry is on the road towards Iraty.

The Ibarnia farm serves as an ideal break for refueling.

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57.9 km

Chalet d'Iraty Cize

Highlight • Mountain Hut

In the idyllic setting of Iraty, at this crossroads between Col de Burdinkurutzeta, Col Bargargi (or Col d'Iraty as it is also marked on some signs) and Surzai Lepoa, this chalet is an ideal place to have a drink and enjoy the local produce, especially raw sheep's milk cheese.
My experience at this chalet has been fantastic. The person in charge treated me very well, was very attentive to our group of cyclists and sold us some exquisite cheese. Without a doubt, a place to eat well!!!

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63.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

56.3 km

6.81 km

363 m

187 m

158 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

63.3 km

270 m

187 m

130 m

Elevation

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Saturday 11 July

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Heart of the Iraty forest – Burdincurutcheta Pass loop from Col Bagargiak

Heart of the Iraty forest

Crossroads in Irati

Burdincurutcheta Pass

Saint-Jean-le-Vieux

Town Hall Square

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

Lecumberry

Chalet d'Iraty Cize

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