Easy MTB route through the Irati Forest: ideal for beginners

MTB

205,5 km

Total distance

5.580 m

Accumulated drop

Physical difficulty

Technical difficulty

400 m

Minimum height

1.430 m

Maximum elevation

Irati's Tracks

Discover the magic of the Irati Forest. This route, departing from Aurizberri-Espinal, explores the Aezkoa, Arce, Erro, and Esteribar Valleys, passing through Roncesvalles and Quinto Real.

Description

Discover ancient forests, the legend of Basandere, and iconic landmarks in Navarre: Roncesvalles, Quinto Real, the Irabia and Eugi reservoirs and the famous Irat Foresti. Traveling through deep valleys along historic Roman roads, we'll discover hidden landscapes, endless beech forests, incredible trails, meadows dotted with wild horses, old Civil War bunkers, and flowing descents. All this and much more awaits you in Navarre with Tracks de Irati. What are you waiting for? A mountain biking paradise within your reach with Tracks Bikefriendly!

THE TOP OF THIS ROUTE

Taste Navarrese gastronomy
Visit Roncesvalles, a key point on the French Way of St. James
Enjoy the trails of maquis and smugglers
Ancient beech and oak groves will accompany you throughout the track.
Discover the natural variety of Navarre
Enter the Irati Forest and discover magical corners
Be passionate about our mythology

2 stages

The perfect getaway

DAILY TOUR

Day 1. 53km > 1220m + elevation gain
Day 2. 50km > 1480m + elevation gain

*Possibility of increasing or decreasing the kilometers and elevation of the stages

3 stages

To enjoy the area

DAILY TOUR

Day 1. 50km > 1.480 m + elevation gain
Day 2. 55km > 1.550 m + elevation gain
Day 3. 47,5km > 1330 m + elevation gain

*Possibility of increasing or decreasing the kilometers and elevation of the stages

4 stages

The ideal option

DAILY TOUR

Day 1. 53km > 1220m + elevation gain
Day 2. 50km > 1480m + elevation gain
Day 3. 55km > 1550m + elevation gain
Day 4. 47,5km > 1330m + elevation gain

*Possibility of increasing or decreasing the kilometers and elevation of the stages

IRATI PLUS 5 stages

To get to know the Irati Forest in depth

DAILY TOUR

Stage 1: Espinal-Orbaitzeta 47km + 1500m
Stage 2: Orbaitzeta-Orbaitzeta 61km +1850m
Stage 3: Orbaitzeta-Roncesvalles 30km + 1000m
Stage 4: Roncesvalles-Zubiri 57,2km + 1560m
Stage 5: Zubiri-Espinal 46km +1350m

IRATI PLUS 6 stages

The extended version

DAILY TOUR

Stage 1: Espinal-Burguete 51km +1300m
Stage 2: Burguete-Orbaitzeta 44km +1500m
Stage 3: Orbaitzeta-Orbaitzeta 61km +1850m
Stage 4: Orbaitzeta-Roncesvalles 30km + 1000m
Stage 5: Roncesvalles-Zubiri 57,2km + 1560m
Stage 6: Zubiri-Espinal 46km +1350m

Technical sheet

Total distance

205,5 km

total gradient

5.580 m

itinerario

A circular route that will take you through the magical Irati Forest, Roncesvalles, or legendary descents in the Burdindogi Forest.

Type of terrain

5% asphalt

10% trails

85% clues

Available services

Transport of suitcases

GPS rental

Local guide

Bike rental

mechanical assistance

Advice on the road

Meet the creator of this route

Igor Valencia

I was born here and I've stayed here; I've never known a better place. In love with my town, our region, and its valleys, a mid-mountain and mountain bike guide, and a lover of mountain and road biking, I'll help you discover our forests and their hidden corners.

Gallery

FAQs

Ideal bike: Any mountain bike (MTB). The choice will depend on each individual's priorities: lighter weight (hardtail) or greater comfort and enjoyment on descents (full-suspension).

Tires: Versatile tires are the most appropriate, as there are many different surfaces (rock slabs, paths, steps, tracks, loose rock sections, cobblestones, singletrack, etc.). This is an area with a lot of vegetation and fairly narrow trails: local bikers use tubeless tires or inner tubes with sealant.

Orientation: The route is followed with a GPS track.

Best time: Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons; summer is usually warm, but the route is largely shaded, along paths and bushwalks. In winter, it's not feasible due to snow accumulation in the highest part of the route.

Type of roads: There are plenty of trails and paths that are more physically demanding than technically demanding, both uphill and downhill. Depending on your technical skills and strength, the route is 100% rideable.

Philosophy: This is a self-guided, non-competitive tour; the important thing is to enjoy mountain biking in its purest form.

Luggage transport: Given the technical nature of the route, it is highly recommended to book this service. The price depends on the number of people and the stages of the route.

Mechanical assistance: We offer support from local shops as repair points.

Supplies: The stages pass through towns and restaurants where you can eat and drink.

FAQs

Ideal bike

Any mountain bike (MTB). The choice will depend on each individual's priorities: lighter weight (hardtail) or greater comfort and enjoyment on descents (full-suspension).

Tires

Versatile tires are the most appropriate, as there are many different surfaces (rock slabs, paths, steps, tracks, loose rock sections, cobblestones, singletrack, etc.). This is an area with a lot of vegetation and fairly narrow trails: local bikers use tubeless tires or inner tubes with sealant.

Orientation

The route is followed with a GPS track.

Best time

Spring and autumn are the most pleasant seasons; summer is usually warm, but the route is largely shaded, along paths and bushwalks. In winter, it's not feasible due to snow accumulation in the highest part of the route.

Type of roads

There are plenty of trails and paths that are more physically demanding than technically demanding, both uphill and downhill. Depending on your technical skills and strength, the route is 100% rideable.

Philosophy

This is a self-guided, non-competitive tour; the important thing is to enjoy mountain biking in its purest form.

luggage transport

Given the technical nature of the route, it is highly recommended to book this service. The price depends on the number of people and the stages of the route.

mechanical assistance

We offer support from local shops as repair points.

Provisioning

The stages pass through towns and restaurants where you can eat and drink.

Request a quote

We will contact you within 48 hours to send you a customized quote for your trip.

000.TRACKS – Irati Tracks

"*"indicates the required fields

Phone number

This field is a validation field and should remain unchanged.

Basic travel information

Budget Reference

Travel

Date of arrival*

The day of arrival must be the day before starting to pedal.

Number of cyclists*

Please enter a number greater than or equal to 2.

This field is hidden when the form is displayed

Number of non-cycling companions

This field is hidden when the form is displayed

Number of cyclists quantity

This field is hidden when the form is displayed

Number of non-cycling companions quantity

Number of stages*

Extras

Single room

Indicate the number of people who want a single room.

final night

Indicate the number of people who want the final night.

Insurance (Assistance and Cancellation)

Cancellation Insurance

See insurance coverage

Travel Assistance Insurance

See insurance coverage

Number of people (Cancellation insurance)

Indicate the number of people who need cancellation insurance.

Number of people (Assistance insurance)

Indicates the number of people who need assistance insurance.

Choose the amount you want the insurance to cover. If you plan to book flights on your own, you can take it into account for this amount, the important thing is that you have this insurance contracted before purchasing your flights)

Cyclist room price

Price:

Accompanying room price

Price:

Extra price for single room

Extra price final night

This field is hidden when the form is displayed

Contact Details

Extra nights coefficient

This field is hidden when the form is displayed

Total number of people

Total

Data to receive this quote

Fill out the following information and click "Send" to receive this quote, save it, and share it with the rest of your group. Our local team will then receive it and be able to address your needs.

Ask us for this quote!

Fill out the following information and click "Send" so our local team can learn about your needs and send you a customized quote. You will not be charged anything during this process. You will receive all the information within 24-48 hours. Thank you!

Name*

Name Last Name

Email to notify you*

Phone Number*

Comments

Please add any comments you need to give us all the information.

Prices include.

Selected route days

Nights prior to each stage with breakfast in a double or triple room.

Transport of suitcases: 1 piece of luggage per person of maximum 20kg, maximum dimensions 80 x 50 x 30 cm. For each extra package an additional €25 will be charged.

Briefing on arrival day

Roadside telephone assistance

Shower after the last stage

Extra services contracted

Prices Not include.

No other services not detailed in the included services

You can send us this form to find out what you need and to confirm availability and price.

At no time during this process will you be charged any amount for this consultation.