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Ainhoa – Espelette loop from Espelette

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Ainhoa – Espelette loop from Espelette

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Ainhoa – Espelette loop from Espelette

02:21

35.9km

520m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very 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 9, 2026

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Parking

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2.17 km

Ainhoa is one of the most beautiful villages in the region, with its Labourdine houses and its historic church. There is also a campsite, restaurants, several hotels. Do not hesitate to taste a taloa next to the pediment.

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19.1 km

Col de Pinodieta

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The port of Pinodieta is 176 meters above sea level, between the towns of Espelette and Ainhoa. From the top you have incredible views.

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21.9 km

Espelette — village and Espelette chili peppers

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Magnificent little Basque village which owes its fame to the Espelette pepper. Basque architecture is omnipresent in a very pleasant and warm atmosphere.

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22.3 km

Espelette

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The name Espelette originates from the Basque Ezpeleta and is located in the foothills of the Pyrenees in the Nive valley. The town is located approx. 10 km from the Spanish border.

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27.8 km

Itxassou

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Itxassou, is a pretty little village in the heart of the Basque Country. Crossed by the Nive, Itxassou has typical Basque architecture. The village owes its reputation in part to …

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Itxassou

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Itxassou is a pretty little village in the heart of the Basque Country. Crossed by the Nive, Itxassou has typical Basque architecture. The village partly owes its reputation to Itxassou …

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35.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.5 km

2.14 km

940 m

219 m

100 m

Surfaces

32.6 km

2.70 km

219 m

127 m

124 m

100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Wednesday 26 August

25°C

16°C

29 %

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Max wind speed: 11.0 km/h

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Ainhoa – Espelette loop from Espelette

Beautiful landscapes

Ainhoa

Col de Pinodieta

Espelette — village and Espelette chili peppers

Espelette

Itxassou

Itxassou

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