Irati-Abodi

When the mountain becomes a snow-covered slope

High up in Abodi, winter transforms the mountain and opens up a whole new way of exploring it. When snow covers the slopes and paths, the Irati-Abodi Mountain Centre becomes a starting point for cross-country skiing, Nordic skiing and exploring the landscape on snowshoes.

At over 1,300 metres above sea level, the trails wind their way through beech and fir forests and also stretch across the open areas of the mountain range. The forest accompanies much of the route, whilst the hills of Abodi offer more open stretches and panoramic views of the mountains of the Navarrese Pyrenees.

Here, snow is not just part of the landscape: it sets the pace of the experience. Skis allow you to glide along the marked trails, whilst snowshoes offer another way to walk across the white blanket of snow, taking you to corners of the forest that take on an almost unreal appearance in winter.

Irati-Abodi general information

Irati-Abodi is a mountain centre and Nordic sports area situated in the Abodi mountain range, in the Salazar Valley area. It offers facilities for both those who practise snow sports and those who wish to explore the area and its mountain trails.

During the winter season, the centre offers marked circuits for cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails. The resort has different areas and trails suited to various ability levels, making it possible to try these activities whether it’s your first time or you’re already experienced.

When the snow melts, the landscape changes but the possibilities remain the same. The paths in the area become hiking trails, allowing you to explore the Abodi mountain range and discover natural areas such as the Irati Forest or the surroundings of Mount Orhi.

The centre also has a car park, a café, a rest area, an information point and a sports equipment hire service.

How to get to Irati-Abodi?

Access by road is from Ochagavía via the NA-2012, heading towards Irati. The Irati-Abodi Mountain Centre is situated at kilometre 19 of this road, around 13.5 kilometres from Ochagavía, near the old customs post.

What is there to do in Irati-Abodi?

The main activity in Irati-Abodi during the winter is cross-country skiing, although there are other ways to enjoy the mountains when conditions allow.

• Cross-country skiing and Nordic skiing: The resort has marked trails that wind through different parts of Abodi, combining wooded areas with open terrain. The trails are suitable for both classic and skate skiing techniques.
• Snowshoeing: The signposted routes allow you to walk on the snow and explore the landscapes of the Abodi mountain range and the Irati area. It is an alternative to skiing for those who prefer to explore the mountains on foot.
• Mountain hiking: Outside the snow season, the paths in Abodi allow you to go on walking routes and link up with other trails in the Aezkoa and Salazar valleys.
• Nature observation: The trails allow you to explore the beech and fir forests, observe wildlife and discover the traces left by traditional livestock farming in these mountains.