Navarra offers a privileged natural environment for lovers of cycling.
Route 1. Vuelta al Valle de Aranguren
A short and simple turn, although the 100-meter drop to be covered is interesting. It is very busy with cyclists; Not in vain, a good part of the route is equipped with a bike path and with picnic areas and fountains.
Route Distance
Huarte – 0 km
Tajonar – 11 km
Labiano – 5,5 km
Aranguren – 5,5 km
Sarriguren – 7,5 km
Huarte- 4 km
Total – 33,5 km
An excellent walk for the less knowledgeable: short, with small slopes and little traffic
Route 2. Huarte-Erro-Urroz Villa-Huarte
The most traditional tour of the northwest of Pamplona has cyclists every day thanks to its scenic beauty and the reluctant shelter from the air offered by the forests that surround much of the route.
Route Distance
Huarte – 0 km
Zubiri – 14 km
Erro – 9,5 km
Urroz-Villa – 21 km
Egüés – 11 km
Huarte – 4 km
Total – 59,5 km
An excellent walk for the less knowledgeable: short, with small slopes and little traffic
Route 3: Vuelta a la Ultzama
This route is traditionally named after the tour of Ultzama by the cyclists who travel it. It is highly recommended in the summer months, since much of it passes through vegetation and in shady terrain.
Route Distance
Huarte – 0 km
Oricáin – 4 km
Olave – 5 km
Ripa – 8 km
Lizaso- 6 km
Eguaras – 7 km
Marcaláin – 3,5 km
Berriozar – 8,5 km
Huarte – 4 km
Total – 46 km
The return to Ultzama runs through one of the most beautiful valleys in Navarra and very close to Pamplona.
Route 4. Orkoien-Marcalain-Irurtzun-Orkoien
A complete route in which a mountainous difficulty is not lacking – the top of Marcaláin, a simple and entertaining descent, and undemanding slides to recover your legs in the last section.
Route Distance
Orkoien – 0 km
Berriozar – 4 km
Marcaláin – 8 km
Erice – 11 km
Irurtzun – 14 km
Ororbia – 16 km
Orkoien – 4 km
Total – 57 km
The road hardly gives up until Irurtzun, but the second part is very favorable.
Route 5. Orkoien-Etxauri-Guirguillano-Orkoien
To the west of Pamplona, and through a very demanding terrain, runs one of the most entertaining routes for bicycle and nature lovers. Attention to the two stops of the route, etxauri and Guirguillano.
Route Distance
Orkoien- 0 km
Etxauri – 9 km
Salinas de Oro – 13 km
Guirguillano – 14 km
Belascoáin – 13 km
Paternáin – 10 km
Ororbia – 3,5 km
Orkoien – 4 km
Total – 66,5 km
The port of Etxauri is one of the favorites for cyclists in Pamplona and the region.
Route 6. Sangüesa-Aibar-Cáseda-Sangüesa
In a land historically bordering between Navarra and Aragon this short and simple route runs, highly recommended for those who are new to cycling.
Route Distance
Sangüesa – 0 km
Aibar – 7,4 km
Cáseda – 8,4 km
Sangüesa – 11,7 km
Total – 27,5 km
One of the simplest routes, highly recommended for those who are new to cycling.
Route 7. Sangüesa-Javier-Leyre-Venta de Judas-Sangüesa
A route that travels through a large part of the Sangüesa merindad, through undulating terrain in which four highs of medium-easy hardness stand out: Javier, Líedena, Aibar and Leyre.
Route Distance
Sangüesa – 0 km
Yesa – 12,1 km
Leyre – 4 km
Yesa – 4 km
Liédena – 6,8 km
Venta de Judas – 6,1 km
Aibar – 8 km
Sangüesa- 6,8 km
Total – 47,8 km
The four small ports add flavor to this affordable tour for any fan.
Route 8. Sangüesa-Liedena-Leyre-Sangüesa
A short but entertaining tour, with good roads, three affordable ascents and visits to landmarks in Navarra such as the Leyre monastery or Javier’s castle.
Route Distance
Sangüesa – 0 km
Liédena – 7 km
Alto de Liédena – 3 km
Yesa – 4 km
Leyre – 4 km
Yesa – 4 km
Alto de Javier – 6 km
Sangüesa – 6 km
Total – 34 km
Few kilometers, three ascents and luxury sightseeing: the best way to make the most of a morning.
Route 9. Roncal-Güesa-Gallués-Navascués-Roncal
This demanding route runs between the Roncal and Salazar valleys due to its length and the ascent of the Puerto de las Coronas pass.
Route Distance
Roncal – 0 km
Burgui – 12 km
Vidángoz – 8 km
Güesa – 10 km
Navascués – 12 km
Burgui – 15 km
Roncal – 12 km
Total – 69 km
The orography of the Salazar and Roncal valleys requires good cycling training.
Route 10: Roncal-Ochagavía-Navascues-Burgui-Roncal
One of the hardest and longest routes, with two mountain passes, laza and the coronas, and an always steep profile. The low presence of cars compensates for the lack of hard shoulder in some sections.
Route Distance
Roncal – 0 km
Isaba – 7 km
Ochagavía – 25 km
Navascués – 22 km
Burgui – 15 km
Roncal – 12 km
Total – 81 km
With two important ports, Laza and Las Coronas, and an always abrupt profile, it is time to suffer
Route 11: Ochagavía-Irati-Ochagavía
In the middle of the Irati jungle, you can take this short round trip, in which you must ascend the port of Tapla on both sides.
Route Distance
Ochagavía – 0 km
Irati – 24 km
Ochagavía – 24 km
Total – 48 kmDespite the beauty of the Irati Forest, on the descents you must not take your eyes off the road
Route 12: Bertiz-Irurita-Ziga-Bertiz
A short and affordable route that runs through the southern part of the Baztán valley and has as its only difficulty the ascent to the top of Ziga. Due to the climatic conditions of this valley, the temperature is pleasant most of the year, although the precipitations are abundant.
Route Distancea
Oronoz – 0 km
Irurita – 6,4 km
Ziga – 5 km
Bajada de Belate – 5 km
Oronoz – 6,5 km
Total – 22,9 km
Check the weather forecast before hitting the road, in case the rain is coming
Route 13: Bertiz-Zugarramurdi-Etxalar-Bertiz
A beautiful route, although long and demanding, through the Baztán Valley and the vicinity of the Bidasoa river. In some sections the road is in poor condition and, in others, it supports a lot of traffic.
Route Distance
Oronoz – 0 km
Elizondo – 10 km
Puerto de Otxondo – 22 km
Dantxarinea – 12 km
Zugarramurdi – 4,1 km
Puerto Palomeras – 17,9 km
Etxalar – 7 km
Sunbilla – 17 km
Oronoz – 8 km
Total – 98 km
It is advisable not to travel on the N-121-A on work days due to its excessive traffic
Route 14: Bertiz-Doneztebe-Zubieta-Saldias-Doneztebe-Bertiz
In the north of Navarre, you can do this medium-distance route, but it is not without difficulty. The spectacular scenery is also captivating, although the road should not be lost sight of, especially on the downhill sections.
Route Distance
Oronoz – 0 km
Doneztebe/Santesteban – 5 km
Saldias – 15,6 km
Doneztebe/Santesteban – 17 km
Oronoz – 6 km
Total – 43,6 km
This route passes through some of the towns that have best preserved their traditions in Navarra
Route 15: Lekunberri-Irurtzun-Beruete-Lekunberri
A very suitable turn for those who especially enjoy the secondary roads where there is little traffic. The route is demanding, although acceptable for fans.
Route Distance
Lekunberri – 0 km
Madotz – 7 km
Irurtzun – 8 km
Jauntsarats – 12 km
Alto de Beruete – 6 km
Lekunberri – 8 km
Total – 41 km
The secondary roads hardly have any traffic of cars, but they can be deteriorated
Route 16: Lekunberri-Irurtzun-Latasa-Lekunberri
A simple route, surrounded by nature and without the hassle of cars, that runs through one of the emblematic places of Navarre: the Sierra de Aralar.
Route Distance
Lekunberri – 0 km
Madotz – 7 km
Irurtzun – 8 km
Lekunberri – 14 km
Total – 29 km
Be very careful on the downhill sections, which can be dangerous
Route 17: Estella-Acedo-Urbiola-Estella
A route that has two different parts: the first runs through easy and flat terrain on the banks of the ega; the second, on the other hand, is much more demanding, between the foothills of Monjardín and Montejurra.
Route Distance
Estella – 0 km
Acedo – 21 km
Piedramillera – 12,5 km
Oco – 3 km
Urbiola – 6 km
Azqueta – 4,5 km
Estella – 7 km
Total – 54 km
An affordable route for any fan, although it hardens in the second part
Route 18: Tudela-Corella-Fitero-Cascante-Tudela
A simple route, with hardly any orographic difficulties, that crosses the Navarran shore. The main enemies will be the traffic, fluid, although of light cars, and the wind, which will increase the harshness of the route if it blows strongly.
Route Distance
Tudela – 0 km
Corella – 17 km
Fitero – 9 km
Cascante – 20 km
Murchante – 4 km
Tudela – 5 km
Total – 55 km
Wind and traffic are the main drawbacks of the most riverside route
Route 19: Olite-Ujue-Olite
In the middle of Navarra, a very short but demanding route – you have to save a 500-meter drop. On a road with little traffic, the only ‘enemy’ of the cyclist will be the wind.
Route Distance
Olite – 0 km
San Martín de Unx – 9,6 km
Ujué – 9 km
San Martín de Unx – 9 km
Olite – 9,6 km
Total – 37,2 km
A very short route, but demanding, due to the wind that usually blows in the area and the ascent to Ujué
Route 20: Olite-Ujue-Murillo El Fruto-Olite
A long and demanding lap that runs through secondary roads where cars hardly pass, although caution must be exercised with the air and, above all, with some sections of descent.
Route Distance
Olite – 0 km
San Martín de Unx – 9,6 km
Murillo el Fruto – 31 km
Santacara – 8 km
Pitillas – 8 km
Beire – 4 km
Olite – 4,5 km
Total – 65,1 km
An excellent walk for the less knowledgeable: short, with small slopes and little traffic
Route 21: Camino De Santiago 1. Roncesvalles-Pamplona
Pilgrims on bicycles make the French Way one of the busiest routes, both by road and along the trails, in which special care must be taken with those who make the journey on foot.
Route Distance
Orreaga/Roncesvalles – 0 km
Auritz/Burguete – 2,5 km
Auritzberri/Espinal – 3,5 km
Puerto de Mezkiritz – 1 km
Erro – 10 km
Puerto de Erro – 3 km
Zubiri – 6,5 km
Larrasoaña – 4,5 km
Huarte – 10 km
Villava – 2 km
Burlada – 1 km
Pamplona – 4 km
Total – 48 km
Those who make the Camino de Santiago by BTT must respect the pilgrims who go on foot as much as possible
Route 22: Pamplona-Viana. Camino de Santiago 2
A long route with a rugged profile, which runs parallel to the highway that connects Pamplona and Logroño (A-12). The route, next to the French road, crosses the merindades of Pamplona and Tierra Estella.
Route Distance
Pamplona – 0 km
Cizur Menor – 4,5 km
Astráin – 8,5 km
Alto de El Perdón – 2,5 km
Legarda – 6,5 km
Puente la Reina – 6 km
Mañeru – 4,5 km
Cirauqui – 4 km
Lorca – 9 km
Villatuerta – 5 km
Estella – 5 km
Ayegui – 2 km
Los Arcos – 19 km
Sansol – 7 km
Torres del Río – 1 km
Viana – 12 km
Total – 96 km
The Logroño highway has unloaded a lot of traffic to the road that traditionally linked Pamplona and Estella