The Iraty Forest

The legendary old forest of the Basque Country

The Forest ! Mythycal cradle of all the popular believes, the Forêt d'Iraty is the biggest beech-forest in Western Europe.

Along the seasons, it unveils its treasuries : spring for walks, summer for mushrooms and fishing, automn for migratory flights, winter for skiing and snowshoe raquettes.

During your wanderings in the Iraty Forest, you will be amazed by the view of the Iratiso Lake, the "Pic des Escaliers" or the Orgambidesca Path.

You will be impressed by the beauty and serenity of this site and by the amazing view on the Navarre and "Haute Soule" mountains.