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New Aquitaine
Bayonne
Saint-Michel

Gîte Makila Pilgrims' Hostel – Porte Saint-Jacques loop from Saint-Michel

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France
New Aquitaine
Bayonne
Saint-Michel

Gîte Makila Pilgrims' Hostel – Porte Saint-Jacques loop from Saint-Michel

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Gîte Makila Pilgrims' Hostel – Porte Saint-Jacques loop from Saint-Michel

01:13

11.0km

270m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 17, 2026

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7.15 km

Citadel of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

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Built in 1625 on the banks of the Nive, it is an essential place on your journey

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7.17 km

Gîte Makila Pilgrims' Hostel

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7.23 km

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port Old Town

Highlight • Historical Site

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is a must-see village in the Basque Country.
Nestled at the confluence of the Nives rivers, the medieval city is located at the crossroads of the roads serving the Basque Country.


The city has a relatively rich historical and architectural heritage. Notably, there is a medieval enclosure consisting of an imposing wall with four large gates. In its heart, you will find several artisans offering many local products.

The medieval city also owes its fame to the Camino de Santiago which crosses it. An emblematic stage of this trail, the village welcomes many of its pilgrims throughout the year.

At the foot of the Basque mountains, in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, life is good, take the time to stroll through its alleys, to eat on its various terraces, or to rest in the many guesthouses found there.

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7.38 km

Porte Saint-Jacques

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As you hike, approach the Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port gate for a truly historic experience. This iconic entrance, known as the Porte Saint-Jacques, welcomes you with its impressive stone arch. Take time to admire the gate’s old-world charm and the stunning views of the surrounding Basque countryside before exploring the cobbled streets of this picturesque town.

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7.43 km

Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

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Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is a medieval town that is definitely worth a visit. Plan a walk along the ramparts. You will be impressed by the large amount of hostels for pilgrims. It's normal, here converge several roads of the way of Saint-Jacques!

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7.43 km

Nice church in the centre of Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, and well worth a visit at the start of your camino

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10.8 km

A steep climb to start the first leg of the Route Napoléon from St Jean Pied-de-Port, but the superb views over the valley are a good reward.

The Route Napoléon (Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles) is closed between November and March.

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8.68 km

1.69 km

527 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.81 km

4.68 km

491 m

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