Aitz Txiki facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Aitz Txiki |
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Aitz Txiki seen from the north, beside Alluitz.
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 791 m (2,595 ft) |
| Prominence | 91 m (299 ft) |
| Naming | |
| Language of name | Basque |
| Geography | |
| Location | Biscay, Spain |
| Parent range | Basque mountains |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | From Atxarte 290 metres (951 ft) |
Aitz Txiki is a mountain peak found in Biscay, part of the Basque Country in Spain. It stands 791 meters (about 2,595 feet) high. Its name comes from the Basque words "aitz" (meaning "rock") and "txiki" (meaning "small"). So, Aitz Txiki means "small rock."
About Aitz Txiki
Aitz Txiki is the smallest peak in the Urkiola mountain range. It is part of the same large limestone rock formation that includes the famous mountains of Anboto and Alluitz.
Even though it is the smallest, Aitz Txiki looks very rugged and wild. This is especially true when you see it from the Atxarte pass. This pass separates Aitz Txiki from its neighbor, Untxillaitz.
The mountain has two main tops. The higher one is called Aitz Txiki itself. The lower one is known as Artxua or Sorginkobetagana. Climbing Aitz Txiki can be tough from most sides. However, the side facing Atxarte is the easiest way to reach the top.
You can also find the remains of an old castle on Aitz Txiki. This castle was likely used a long time ago to watch over the important Atxarte pass. The slopes of Aitz Txiki are also home to some of the main rock climbing routes in Biscay.
How to Climb Aitz Txiki
There are a couple of ways to climb Aitz Txiki, each taking about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
From Atxarte
- Start from the Zelaieta area in Abadiano.
- Follow the road towards Mendiola until you reach the Atxarte pass.
- Cross the river.
- Soon, you will reach the col (a low point between two peaks) called Asuntze.
- Turn left to get to the Artola col.
- From Artola, the climb to Aitz Txiki begins. It's a steep climb through grassy areas, but it doesn't have major difficulties.
From Axpe
- The path goes just below a place called the Devil's Pass.
- From here, you can see the Alluitz mountain.
- Take a path to your right. This path leads to the Artola col.
- Once you are at the Artola col, you can continue your climb to Aitz Txiki using the same route as if you started from Atxarte.
See also
In Spanish: Aitz Txiki para niños
