Navarran Pyrenees

Navarran PyreneesIn the north east corner of Navarra the rolling green scenery erupts into high rocky mountains as we enter the Pyrenees proper. Here the peaks rise to over 2000m but are still quite accessible and offer spectacular views; amongst the most famous are Orhi at just over 2000m but easily accessed from the pass of Larrau and Mesa de Los Tres Reyes which rises to 2438m and marks the border with Huesca and France (hence the three kings of its name). The magnificent forest of Irati is a haven for walkers, mountaineers and nature lovers alike and the area as a whole offers some of the best bird watching in Europe with colonies of vultures and large birds of prey as well as a host of migratory species. The lovely traditional towns of Ochavia and Isaba are the main centers and in either you will find a host of mountain activities on offer.