Chapel San Salvador de Ibañeta

The white stone chapel stands at an elevation of 1,057 meters, marking the entrance point for pilgrims arriving at Roncevaux Pass from France.

Following the destruction of previous religious structures at this location, architect José Yarnoz Larrosa designed the current chapel, which opened on July 25, 1965.

The chapel represents a significant point along the French Way of the Camino de Santiago, where thousands of pilgrims receive their first Spanish welcome.

Visitors can access the chapel by following the N-135 road from Pamplona or by walking the traditional pilgrimage route through the Pyrenees.

The chapel sits near the location where Roland, commander of Charlemagne's rear guard, perished during the Battle of Roncevaux Pass in 778.

Location: Orreaga-Roncesvalles

Inception: July 25, 1965

Architects: José Yarnoz Larrosa

GPS coordinates: 43.02018,-1.32420

Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:17