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Hiking in the Natural Reserve of the Courant d'Huchet: trails, map and practical info

Landes • Nouvelle-Aquitaine

4.5 Appreciated by 3 hikers
François Dumaine
By François DumaineContributor since 2022Updated 04/04/2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
6
Elevation
300 ft
Duration
2h10
Max altitude
1,158 ft
Recommended for :
Intermediate hikers

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Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
374 Rue des Berges du Lac, 40550 Léon, France
GPS coordinates
43.886208, -1.3206607
Phone
05 58 48 73 91

Starting Point

The trailhead for the Natural Reserve of the Courant d'Huchet is located in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.

When?

Opening hours
From sunrise to sunset
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
What to bring?
Gear
  • Hiking shoes Essential
  • Layered clothing Essential
  • Rain jacket Essential
  • Trekking poles
  • Headlamp
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Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
43.886208, -1.3206607
Center
05 58 48 73 91

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Moderate
300.00
1158.00
2h10
No
No
The Natural Reserve of the Courant d'Huchet trail has a moderate difficulty level. With 300m of elevation gain over 6.4km, it requires a reasonable level of fitness but is accessible to most hikers with some experience.
The Natural Reserve of the Courant d'Huchet trail covers 6.4km and takes approximately 3h00 to complete. The actual time may vary depending on your pace, rest stops, and trail conditions.
No, dogs are not allowed on the Natural Reserve of the Courant d'Huchet trail. This restriction helps protect the sensitive natural environment and wildlife in the reserve.
Yes, there is a fee to access the Natural Reserve of the Courant d'Huchet trail. Additionally, parking is not free at the trailhead, so plan for both access and parking costs when visiting.
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Update : June 2026