Oilarandoi
To reach the summit of Oilarandoi and its emblematic chapel, you have to follow the route of the famous GR10. From the forest setting of the valley to the mountain pastures, the climb only gets steeper at the end, from the pass to the chapel. The loop allows you to appreciate all the slopes of Oilarandoi.
The summit of Oilarandoi catches the eye of the hiker as soon as you walk through the village of Saint-Etienne-de-Baïgorry. To reach it, you have to follow, in part, the route of the famous GR10 (crossing of the Pyrenees). After a stop at the "Roman bridge", the ascent begins in a well-shaded setting. The exit of the forest is marked by spaces colonized by the fern. There is a clear view of the Nive des Aldudes valley and the village of Saint-Etienne-de-Baïgorry. A loop around the summit starts in the middle of meadows and reaches the Aharza pass. The summit of Oilarandoi and its emblematic chapel require a final effort on a straightforward climb from the pass. The loop continues on a path on the eastern side, which highlights the slopes of Munhoa. You will find shade at the foot of a beautiful beech forest before starting the descent to the village.
