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Pyrenees GR10: Part 1, Hendaye - St Jean Pied de Port
The first section of a wonderful & dramatic 415km crossing of the Pyrenees Mountain chain between the Atlantic and the
Mediterranean. Part 1 crosses the Basque country with its own specific culture, history and beautiful landscapes.
Highlights
Starting the mythical crossing of the Pyrenees via
the GR10 long-distance trail
First few days are relatively easy - gentle start to
crossing the Pyrenees
Unique landscapes & culture of the Basque Country
Pretty town of Saint Jean Pied de Port built from red
stone
Possible to continue with part 2 of the
GR10 to Etsaut
Luggage transfers throughout.
Extra nights possible at start and end
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Self Guided Walking
7 nights/6 days walking
Distances: 11-22km per day
Ascent: 300-1135m per day
When: April to October
Accomm: Hotels & gites in rooms for 2
Basis: Half board
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Linear Trail
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Day 1 Day 2
Day 6
Arrival:
Hendaye Leave Atlantic and
climb first slopes of
Pyrenees & discover
Basque region Walk through
Rhune Massif—a
region of upland
pastures The GR10 snakes
between small sum-
mits and passes with
great views Col de Méhatché & Red sandstone cliffs
Penas de Ichusi with and Iparla peak at
vultures circling
1044m
above Ascend Monhoa at
1021m & descend to
St Jean Pied de Port
14km +730/-400m 22km +650/-670m 13km +700/-230m 11km +300/-720m 19km +900/-900m
18km +1135/-1160m
Day 7
Day 8
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Pyrenees GR10: Part 2, St Jean Pied de Port - Etsaut
The second section of a wonderful & dramatic 415km crossing of the Pyrenees Mountain chain between the Atlantic and the
Med takes you through both the Basque country and the Bearn to reach Etsaut, on the edge of the Pyrenees National Park.
Highlights
2nd part of the mythical crossing of the Pyrenees via
the GR10 long-distance trail
A large variety of landscapes and experiences
Some long and rewarding days for those that like a
challenge
Villages and pastures in the traditional landscapes of
the Bearn country
Possible to continue with part 3 of the GR10 to
Cauterets
Luggage transfers throughout.
Extra nights possible at start and end
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Self Guided Walking
7 nights/6 days walking
Distances: 15-25km per day
Ascent: 360-1500m per day
When: June to September
Accomm: Small gites: rooms for 2 (except 1 night)
Basis: Half Board
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Linear Trail
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Arrival:
St Jean
Pied de
Port Via village of Caro,
then col d’Han-
diague to admire the
Nive Valley Strenuous day cross-
ing several passes &
prehistoric sites &
Iraty forest Climb to Pic des
Escaliers at 1472m.
Great panoramic
ridges to Logibar Cross the Holzarté
Canyon & pass local
shepherd’s cabins to
enter Bearn Short transfer & walk
in Anie Massif. Finish
in Lescun glacial
cirque Pass several pied-
mont villages in
ancient pastures to
reach Etsaut
15km +890/-410m 22km +1430/-730m 17km +360/-1300m 25km +1500/-1380m 15km +475/-1195m 17km +850/-1150m
Pyrenees, France. Self Guided Walking Holidays
Day 7
Day 8
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