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The Pyrenees: Summit Edition

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    Distance 2,549.7 km
    39:20 h
    54,070 m
    54,044 m
    2,144 m
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    "The Pyrenees: Summit Edition" is an extraordinary route that takes you from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea.

    The first half of the route, from Collioure to Saint-Jean-de-Luz, invites you to discover the Spanish side of the Pyrenees. From the Sierra de Cadi to the Hecho Valley, through Aragon, Navarre, and finally the Basque Country, you’ll ride along magnificent roads lined with legendary mountain passes, ancient monasteries, and picturesque villages. Once you arrive in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, you’ll tackle the French section of the route.

    Historic mountain passes, high peaks, forests, and vineyards line this stage before it leads you to the beaches of the Mediterranean coast.

    Take the time along the way to discover the region’s remarkable culinary and wine heritage. Paella, “Arros Nègre,” suckling lamb from Aragon, ham from Teruel, piperade, Ossau cheese, spit-roasted cake… 100% authentic cuisine guaranteed!

    More information: https://enjoythepyrenees.com/de/die-pyrenaeen-gipfel-edition/

    Author’s recommendation

    12 months, 2 versions: Winter and 3 stops

    The itinerary can be perfectly adapted between May and November by replacing skiing and snowshoeing with hiking trails and adjusting some of the offered supplementary activities. With this itinerary, we aim to highlight the Pyrenees as a four-season destination that reveals two completely different faces depending on the time of year.

    Roadbook

    Week 1 - Hendaye -> Formigal

    The first week takes you from Hendaye to Formigal. Highlights include the caves of Zugarramurdi—a fascinating journey through the history and mythology of Navarre— an unforgettable evening in Pamplona, where you’ll discover the region’s culinary heritage, and a moonlit night hike through the Iraty Forest.

    Week 2 – Artouste → Pic du Midi de Bigorre

    A second week full of discoveries, from Formigal to the Pic du Midi de Bigorre. Between a night in an igloo, thermal baths, and a snowshoe hike through the Cirque de Gavarnie, you’ll visit some of the Pyrenees’ most legendary sites and their most famous landmarks.

    Week 3 – Val Louron → Peyragudes

    A week where nature and culture blend: the Romanesque art of the Vall de Boí (UNESCO World Heritage Site), skiing in Luchon-Superbagnères, and a magical night at the Refuge de l’Oule in the heart of the Néouvielle massif.

    Week 4 - Bourg d'Oueil -> Port-Ainé

    A week of pure adventure—with skiing in Baqueira Beret, a dog-sled tour through the snow-covered forests of Le Mourtis, and a snowshoe hike to track wildlife in the quiet forests of Guzet.

    Week 5 - Port del Compte -> Ax-les-Thermes

    This week promises a real change of scenery, with a wealth of experiences between Port del Compte and Ax-les-Thermes. Highlights include glamping in the high mountains, wild hot springs in Mérens-les-Vals, and a fat bike tour in the snow.

    Week 6 – Plateau de Beille → Les Angles

    Between the Plateau de Beille and Les Angles, you’ll explore the many treasures of Ariège before heading toward the Pyrénées-Orientales and their Mediterranean character, between Capcir and Cerdagne. The itinerary includes cave tours in Niaux and Lombrives, glamping under the stars, and a snow bivouac.

    Week 7 - Font-Romeu -> Collioure

    Between Font-Romeu and Perpignan, you can visit the Vauban fortress at Mont-Louis (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), spend the night in a spectacular Art Nouveau palace, and go kayaking in the Cerbère-Banyuls Marine Protected Area. A diverse mix of activities to round out the trip, taking you from the High Pyrenees down to the Mediterranean Sea.

    Coordinates

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    43.359360, -1.766240
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    43°21'33.7"N 1°45'58.5"W
    UTM
    30T 599974 4801461
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    54,070 m
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    54,044 m
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    2,144 m
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    4 m
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