The old way followed the Roman road to the pass of Bentartea, which is called in the medieval texts "Portus Cisere" (Puerto de Cisa) and its ascent is the hardest part of this stretch. During the winter, it is not recommended to do this route because is very dangerous, many people have died there. So, it is better to use the present road.

After we have left the Ibañeta pass behind, we reach the Collegiate of Roncesvalles, first hostel for Pilgrims.

Saint Jean de Pied de Port was the capital of the territories bajonavarros linked to Orreaga- Roncesvalles.

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