Col de la Pierre Saint-Martin, Western Pyrenees

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Col de la Pierre Saint-Martin

A high, quieter border crossing through limestone karst, linking Arette with the Roncal valley.
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Length32 miles52 km
Driving timeAbout 1 hr 20 minwithout stops
OpenJun to Octusually
RoadTwo-lanequiet
Low carsGood
MotorcyclesGreat

Before you go

Quiet, high and remote. Fuel up in Arette or the Roncal valley.

Which way round

Either way across the border.

When it’s open

Usually open Jun to Oct. Opening depends on the snow, so check the status before you go.

The route

  1. Arette
  2. summit
  3. Isaba

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