Ciboure is a pretty coastal town across the river Nivelle from the harbour of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Friend of Great Runs Mark Miller has put together this scenic 8k route on paths to a historic waterfront fort, along the Unctxin River, and then on the seafront promenade toward the port of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
Fort de Roca. Mark Miller
Start near the Plage de Ciboure (Beach), and enjoy a scenic 2 km out and back to the Fort de Socoa, built in 1627, with a circular tower & views of the ocean bay. Great views of the fort, water, and buildings of the traditional Basque style of Lapurdi. Then do another 2 km loop on the quai paths along the Unctxin River. Then, head east along Bd. Pierre Benoît to Saint-Jean-de-Luz. There’s a wide sidewalk, with open views to the bay. It’s 2 km to the port/harbour of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Turn around and retrace your steps to the start.
Plage de Ciboure. Mark Miller
Add-Ons: See our Saint-Jean-de-Luz route for paths along the river Nivelle and promenade along the Grand Plage. In Ciboure, the scenic Rte de la Corniche road rides above the water west toward Hendaye — however it’s a busy road with no shoulder and we can’t recommend it for running.
Ciboure is a pretty coastal town across the river Nivelle from the harbour of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Friend of Great Runs Mark Miller has put together this scenic 8k route on paths to a historic waterfront fort, along the Unctxin River, and then on the seafront promenade toward the port of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
Fort de Roca. Mark Miller
Start near the Plage de Ciboure (Beach), and enjoy a scenic 2 km out and back to the Fort de Socoa, built in 1627, with a circular tower & views of the ocean bay. Great views of the fort, water, and buildings of the traditional Basque style of Lapurdi. Then do another 2 km loop on the quai paths along the Unctxin River. Then, head east along Bd. Pierre Benoît to Saint-Jean-de-Luz. There’s a wide sidewalk, with open views to the bay. It’s 2 km to the port/harbour of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Turn around and retrace your steps to the start.
Plage de Ciboure. Mark Miller
Add-Ons: See our Saint-Jean-de-Luz route for paths along the river Nivelle and promenade along the Grand Plage. In Ciboure, the scenic Rte de la Corniche road rides above the water west toward Hendaye — however it’s a busy road with no shoulder and we can’t recommend it for running.
A nice running tour of Bayonne, the Basque town where the Nive and Adour rivers meet. The 7 km route features riverfront paths, bridges, and some of Bayonne's key sites.
The 4.5 km seafront promenade in Anglet, located just north of Biarritz, is a festive scene, with water views, surfing schools, and restaurants. Add the 2.5 km cliff walk for a climb and some great views. Beach is runnable.
A wonderful option for a hot summer day! Explore the many km of pine forest trails in the Forêt du Pignada/Chiberta/ Lazaret, located just inland from the beach. There are 5.5 km of easy, wide Vois Vertes trails, plus trail running on the 'Parcours Sportifs'.
One of the signature runs along the French Basque Coast, combining seafront promenade paths along the Grand Plage in Biarritz, with jaunts out to a lighthouse and the iconic Rocher de la Vierge.
This nearly 10k run in Saint-Jean-de-Luz is among the more scenic of our Basque coastal routes. Enjoy a tour of the harbour, path along the River Nivelle, seafront promenade, and a jaunt out to the La Colline Sainte-Barbe, a particularly scenic spot.
An attractive run in Hendaye, the French basque coastal town right on the border with Spain. The full 10 km route includes a tour of the marina, paths along the Bidaosa River, and a promenade along Plage d'Hendaye (beach). The beach is also great for running.
Several wonderful routes including an Old Town 'runseeing' tour, La Concha Promenade, Urumea River, Antiguo area parks, and Monte Igueldo if you want to get the heart rate up!
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