Best trails in Irun, Gipuzkoa

The Camino del Norte, also known as the Northern Way are the designations of the pilgrimage routes starting in Irun and finishing at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. This route takes pilgrims along the wonderful Northern coast of ‘Green Spain’ from the Basque Country, across Cantabria, Asturias and on to Santiago de Compostela in the center of Galicia. You will be able to enjoy an amazing scenery of dramatic cliffs, beautiful sea, sandy beaches, historical cities and towns, pasture fields and forest. Pilgrims also have the option to take an alternative route from the city of Oviedo, where the Camino del Norte connects with the Camino Primitivo and then continues on to Santiago de Compostela. Legend has it that the remains of the Saint Apostle Santiago are buried there. Every spring and summer, many people follow its routes as a form of spiritual path or retreat for their spiritual growth. It is also popular with hiking and cycling enthusiasts and organized tour groups. A list of individual trails can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/camino-del-norte--2 Following this link, you'll find day hike sections of the trail for easy downloading.Show more

This route is part of a walk of several weeks along the Camino de Santiago del Norte, a pilgrimage route that begins in Irún and ends at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, where legend has it that the remains of the Apostle Santiago are buried there. . It can be done at different rates and from various starting points. Every spring and summer, many people follow their routes as a form of spiritual path or retreat for their spiritual growth. It is also popular with hiking and biking enthusiasts and organized tour groups. This route has sections with steep climbs and can be slippery in some areas. The trail also has abundant rocks and some unevenness. Sturdy footwear is recommended. This route makes you enjoy the exuberant nature and the beautiful views of the ocean that are found along this path. You can find a list of individual trails here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/camino-del-norte--2 By following this link, there are sections of trails for walking during the day to download easily.Show more

Despite its modest altitude, this granite massif "Peñas de Haya" does not disappoint. The peaks of Erroilbide 836m, Txurrumurru 826m and Irumugarrieta 806m offer spectacular scenery and are exceptional viewpoints in good weather.Show more

This route is part of a multi week long walk, along the Camino del Norte, also known as the Northern Way. The Camino del Norte is a pilgrimage route starting in Irun and finishing at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. It can be done at a variety of paces and starting points. This route takes pilgrims along the wonderful northern Spanish coast, from the Basque Country, across Cantabria, Asturias and on to Santiago de Compostela, in the center of Galicia. Legend has it that the remains of the Saint Apostle Santiago are buried there. Every spring and summer, many people follow its routes as a form of spiritual path or retreat for their spiritual growth. It is also popular with hiking and cycling enthusiasts and organized tour groups. A list of individual trails can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/camino-del-norte--2 Following this link, you'll find day hike sections of the trail for easy downloading.Show more

The Basque Way (inland), or the Camino de Santiago Vasco del Interior, is a route which connects the Cantabrian Sea with the Castilian plains through which the French Way passes. This route will take you to the interior of the Basque Country, discovering its contrasts and its enormous geographical diversity, with coastal landscapes on the shores of the Cantabrian Sea, its mountains, deep valleys, humid forests, endless plains and rural landscapes. This journey takes you through the historical region of Castilla, the Miranda Mountains, and after crossing the Obarenes Mountains through the Pancorbo Gorge, you will cross the plains of La Bureba before ascending the Alto de la Brújula to finish in Burgos. It can be done by foot or bike (mountain bike with saddlebags) at a variety of paces and starting points. A list of individual trails can be found here: https://www.alltrails.com/lists/the-basque-way-via-baiona Following this link, you'll find day hike sections of the trail for easy downloading. Show more

La Senda, or GR-11, is an exhausting route due to its distances and rocky paths, but at the same time spectacular, it starts in Irún, the Spanish Basque Country, and reaches Cap de Creus in the Mediterranean Sea. The Ordesa Canyon is an alternative to this route for less experienced hikers or who cannot dedicate so many days to this route.Show more

The Camino de los Neveros route is located in the Peñas de Aya Natural Park, just a step away from the beautiful city of San Sebastián. It is a guided trail, simple and with a special charm surrounded by lushness, passing through the Elurretxe hills to Elurzulu, where the old snow fields were. The views from the highest areas are impressive.Show more