Zubiri – Roncesvalles
From Zubiri, the Jerusalem Way ascends deeper into the Navarrese Pyrenees. Via Alto de Erro, Lintzoain, Bizkarreta-Gerendiain, and Alto de Mezkiritz, the route leads through forests, mountain villages, and an increasingly alpine landscape. Roncesvalles is finally reached via Aurizberri/Espinal and Auritz/Burguete. The Collegiate Church of Santa María and the centuries-old pilgrimage tradition make this small town one of the most important waypoints on the Camino Francés – for Jerusalem Way pilgrims, just before crossing into France.
Places along the route
Zubiri - Río Arga - Alto de Erro - Paso de Roldán - Lintzoain - Biskarreta-Gerendiain - Alto de Mezkiritz - Aurizberri/Espinal - Auritz/Burguete - Collegiate Church of Santa María de Roncesvalles
Facts and Figures
- distance: 21,85 km
- Difference in elevation: 424 m
- Highest point: 951 m
- Lowest point: 527 m
- Total ascent: ↑ 738 m
- Total descent : ↓ 321 m