Camino del Norte — Stages 1–3: Irún to Deba
~3 days · 43.5 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Camino del Norte — Stages 1–3: Irún to Deba is known for
Stages 1–3 of Camino del Norte is an official 68.8 km point-to-point section from Irún to Deba.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 0 ft to 3,209 ft over 43.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 22.3 mi · 52%
- Downhill 16.2 mi · 38%
- Flat 4.7 mi · 11%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Camino del Norte — Stages 1–3: Irún to Deba?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Camino del Norte — Stages 1–3: Irún to Deba scores 31/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Camino del Norte — Stages 1–3: Irún to Deba take?
Most backpackers hike the Camino del Norte — Stages 1–3: Irún to Deba in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 43.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Camino del Norte — Stages 1–3: Irún to Deba?
The Camino del Norte — Stages 1–3: Irún to Deba climbs roughly 10,804 ft total — about 248 ft per mile, topping out near 1,027 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.