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On Foot - Basque Pyrenees

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees Overview

This is the true centre of Basque culture - the well-kept villages of the western Pyrenees, a border zone with strong French influences too. Be prepared for a unique and somewhat incomprehensible language, and an outgoing friendliness resulting from the pride of being born Basque.

You will experience some extraordinary village architecture, unspoilt farming country and wild ridges, great views into both France and Spain, and the satisfaction of arriving at the sea, and taking a small boat across the water to Hondarribia, a town with an incomparable old walled centre. Then, for the hardy, a triumphant long ridge walk to San Sebastian, a city you have to visit, and best approached from our cliff-top walk.

Seven, six and five night versions of this holiday are also available. See the On Foot Holidays website for details of prices and dates.

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Reviews of this holiday

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by Proctorgtr, 14 Oct 2023
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This was the On Foot holidays Basque Pyrenees village to village hike, ending in San Sebastián. There were seven hikes, ... read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by Andy, 8 Jul 2023
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It was fascinating to be in the Basque country and to see the pride with which the locals take care of the buildings and ... read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by Sal, 6 Jul 2023
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We were a group of 7 and did a 5 day trip from Elizondo in the foothills of the Pyrenees up to the coast at Hondarribia ... read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by JandB , 29 Jun 2023
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This is a beautiful route through wooded hills, flowery pastures and villages with many traditional buildings. The high ... read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by Olives, 23 Jun 2023
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Wonderful experience. Loved the hikes very challenging and the accommodations we’re comfortable. This was the first time ... read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by Delighted traveller, 22 Jun 2023
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We thoroughly enjoyed this walking holiday in the Basque Pyrenees starting inland and reaching the coast. The walks were ... read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by NH, 11 Jun 2023
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A self-guided walking holiday in the Basque Pyrenees read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by Margaret, 7 Jun 2023
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We did a self guided trip arranged by On Foot holidays, from the Basque Pyrenees to San Sebastian in Spain. We had never ... read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by Tomás, 1 Jun 2023
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The three of us started off in Bilbao, then we’re transported by cab to Elizondo. We started our walking from there, walking ... read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by The Ramos trekkers, 30 May 2023
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Our second walk with On Foot Holidays and it did not disappoint. Just beautiful country, so green and expansive. It is a ... read more

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On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by Proctorgtr, 14 Oct 2023
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This was the On Foot holidays Basque Pyrenees village to village hike, ending in San Sebastián. There were seven hikes, ... read more

On Foot - Basque Pyrenees by Andy, 8 Jul 2023
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It was fascinating to be in the Basque country and to see the pride with which the locals take care of the buildings and ... read more