Tuesday, September 11, 2018

Day 1 Napoleon pass


Day 1 Sep 9

Start
St Jean Pied-de-port
End
Roncevalles
Distance
29km
Elevation +-
1500m
Sleep
Hotel Roncevalles

Forecast was for heavy rain but the weather was great. Pass known for bad storms so there are stone shelters.




Animals can graze all the way to the top of the mountain.





This pass is famous for Roland's army getting ambushed by the locals circa 778. 





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