Alkiza is a region in the Tolosaldea area of Gipuzkoa, within the Basque Country, characterized by its mountainous terrain and diverse natural features. Situated within the Hernio-Gazume massif, a Special Conservation Area, Alkiza offers a landscape of steep mountains, dense forests, and expansive meadows. The area's limestone composition has led to the formation of numerous karst structures, while traditional pollard beeches add to the unique forest environment. This varied geography provides a suitable setting for several sports like road cycling,…
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30
riders
50.9km
03:55
880m
880m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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174
riders
55.6km
03:31
610m
610m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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108
riders
38.7km
02:19
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

44
riders
41.7km
03:21
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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6
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19.1km
02:05
670m
670m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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47
riders
50.7km
05:04
1,440m
1,440m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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33
riders
65.6km
04:35
1,250m
1,250m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required.

18
riders
24.8km
02:25
730m
730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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449
riders
73.9km
03:23
630m
630m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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367
riders
82.6km
03:44
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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343
riders
60.3km
03:13
1,120m
1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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364
riders
36.4km
01:41
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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88
runners
25.5km
04:09
1,520m
1,520m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

78
runners
15.9km
01:39
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
43.1km
07:15
2,510m
2,510m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

57
runners
8.94km
00:56
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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53
hikers
17.5km
06:41
920m
920m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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15
hikers
15.2km
05:26
800m
800m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

15
hikers
2.48km
01:14
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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16
hikers
11.3km
04:42
770m
770m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.
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22
riders
110km
07:29
1,950m
1,950m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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12
riders
95.6km
06:24
1,670m
1,670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

18
riders
91.8km
05:20
1,130m
1,130m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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10
riders
110km
07:04
1,760m
1,760m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Alkiza offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region's mountainous terrain and natural features provide diverse options for exploration.
More than 14,000 visitors have explored routes in Alkiza on komoot. The routes have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on over 500 ratings.
Alkiza is well-regarded for road cycling, with routes available for cyclists. These routes often cover significant distances with ascents, appealing to experienced riders. For more details, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Alkiza guide.
Hiking trails in Alkiza lead through the Hernio-Gazume massif, offering paths through forests and meadows. The Fagus Alkiza Interpretation Centre serves as a starting point for various footpaths. Information on specific trails can be found in the Hiking around Alkiza guide.
The mountainous and steep terrain of Alkiza provides suitable conditions for mountain biking. The area's diverse topography includes technical sections and varied terrains. Consult the MTB Trails around Alkiza guide for more information.
Alkiza offers routes suitable for touring cyclists, navigating through green valleys. The Plazaola Greenway, a 23-mile (37-kilometer) route along an old railway line, is an option for touring. Further details are available in the Cycling around Alkiza guide.
Alkiza is situated within the Hernio-Gazume massif, a Special Conservation Area. Its limestone composition has created numerous karst structures, including caves and chasms. Prominent peaks like Herniozabal (3,314 feet / 1,010 meters) and Mount Ernio (3,527 feet / 1,075 meters) are also significant features.
Komoot offers several guides for Alkiza, including Road Cycling Routes around Alkiza, Cycling around Alkiza, Hiking around Alkiza, MTB Trails around Alkiza, Running Trails around Alkiza, and Gravel biking around Alkiza.
The Fagus Alkiza Interpretation Centre serves as a resource for understanding the Hernio-Gazume Special Conservation Area. It provides information on the unique ecosystem, the relationship between humans and the environment, and local culture.
The official website for Alkiza is www.alkiza.eus. This site provides general information about the region.
The general phone number for the Alkiza Town Council is +34 943 690235. This number can be used for general inquiries.

