On the Camino de Santiago
In Gamarthe, on the GR65, 10 km from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port.
Maison Iturria is in Gamarthe, on the GR65, the route from Le Puy-en-Velay. The village lies on the last French stage of the Camino de Santiago (Way of St James), between Ostabat and Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, where the Camino Francés to Santiago begins.
Where we are on the Camino
- OstabatThe Le Puy, Vézelay and Tours routes meet in this area.
- Larceveau
- Gamarthe, Maison Iturria10 km from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port.
- Saint-Jean-le-Vieux
- Saint-Jean-Pied-de-PortYou enter through the Porte Saint-Jacques (St James' Gate). Start of the Camino Francés, around 800 km to Santiago.
- RoncesvallesFirst Spanish stage, after crossing the Pyrenees.
From Ostabat to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, the stage covers 22.8 km and takes around 5 hrs 50 of walking (Pyrénées-Atlantiques tourist office). Stopping in Gamarthe lets you split it in two.
Walking the Camino de Santiago?
Pilgrims get a discount on presentation of their pilgrim passport (credencial). Maison Iturria lies on the Camino de Santiago (Way of St James, GR65), 10 km from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port.
Useful pointers
- Pilgrim passport (credencial). You can pick it up at the pilgrims' office in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, 39 rue de la Citadelle.
- By train. Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port is linked to Bayonne by the regional TER train, in about an hour.
- Crossing the Pyrenees. Two routes lead to Roncesvalles: the Napoleon Route over the Col de Lepoeder, closed from 1 November to 31 March, or the Valcarlos route, open all year round. Stage details
Frequently asked questions
Where is Maison Iturria in relation to the Camino de Santiago?
In Gamarthe, on the GR65 (the Le Puy-en-Velay route), 10 km from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. The village lies on the last French stage, between Ostabat and Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port.
How far is it from Ostabat to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port?
22.8 km along the GR65, with around 357 m of ascent and 5 hrs 50 of walking, according to the Pyrénées-Atlantiques tourist office.
Where can I get my pilgrim passport (credencial) in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port?
At the pilgrims' office, 39 rue de la Citadelle, where you can also get your passport stamped and check the weather for crossing the Pyrenees.
Can you cross the Pyrenees in winter?
Yes, via Valcarlos. The Napoleon Route over the Col de Lepoeder is closed from 1 November to 31 March on its Spanish section, by decision of the Government of Navarre.
Fancy a stay at Iturria?
We prefer to receive booking requests by email. If needed, you can also reach us by phone between 10 am and 8 pm.