Urkulu facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Urkulu |
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Remains of the Roman tower on Urkulu's summit
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,419 m (4,656 ft) |
| Naming | |
| Language of name | Basque |
| Pronunciation | Basque: [uɾˈkulu] |
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 Urkulu
Location in Spain
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| Location | Spain, France |
| Parent range | Pyrenees |
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| Easiest route | From Organbidexka |
Urkulu is a mountain that stands 1,419 meters (about 4,656 feet) tall. It is located in the Basque Country, right on the border between France and Spain. The top of Urkulu is in the western part of the Pyrenees mountain range. It's not far from Roncevaux and is close to a famous walking path called the French Way of St. James. This historic path crosses the mountains at the Roncevaux Pass.
Getting to Urkulu Mountain
Urkulu is quite easy to reach for hikers. You can start your journey from a place called Orbaizeta in Navarre, Spain. There's an old arms factory there that serves as a good starting point. Another way to get to the mountain is from Béhérobie in Lower Navarre, France, by going through the Organbidexka pass.
The mountain is also part of a long-distance hiking trail known as the GR 11. This trail stretches from east to west along the southern slopes of the Pyrenees, making Urkulu a stop for many adventurers.
What Is the History of Urkulu?
The most interesting thing about Urkulu mountain is the ancient Roman tower ruins found at its very top. Because the summit offers amazing views of both the northern and southern sides of the mountains, this tower was used as a watchtower a very long time ago, even in medieval times. It helped people keep an eye on the surrounding areas.
Images for kids
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Remains of the Roman tower on Urkulu's summit
See also
In Spanish: Urkulu (monte) para niños
