Although the weather was not the most pleasant, the long journey between Usurbil and Arantzazu was successfully completed. As every year, a group of friends took on the challenge, setting off from Mikel Laboa plaza at 4:00 AM, aiming to reach their destination more calmly.
The route spans 63 kilometers, with several stops along the way. These include a mid-morning snack in Mandubia, an opportunity to change clothes near Zumarraga, and a lunch break in Legazpi. The day concludes upon arrival in Arantzazu with an afternoon snack, where veteran locals who initiated this custom join them.
About four decades ago, three friends started doing this route.
According to the organizers, this tradition was started approximately four decades ago by three friends. Gradually, more hikers from Usurbil and nearby towns such as Donostia, Amasa, Zizurkil, and Tolosa joined. At one point, the group grew to over forty people, and today the custom remains vibrant, fostering connections between different generations.
