Larrun

Larrun is a sandstone mountain at the western edge of the Pyrenees between France and Spain, rising about 905 meters above sea level. The peak shapes the landscape along the French-Spanish border with its distinctive form.

The mountain served as a strategic defensive position during the Napoleonic Wars. British troops under Wellington took control of the summit in 1813.

The mountain holds deep meaning in Basque traditions and local identity. Stone circles and burial sites scattered across its slopes tell of the place's long connection to the communities living nearby.

From the French side, a rack railway reaches the summit without requiring hiking. Alternatively, various hiking trails offer different levels of effort.

For centuries, sheep and ponies have grazed on the mountain's meadows, shaping its appearance and ecology. Local shepherds continue this traditional practice in the same way as their predecessors.

Location: Urrugne

Elevation above the sea: 905 m

Made from material: sandstone

Address: Larrun, 64310 Ascain, France

GPS coordinates: 43.30904,-1.63551

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:08