Pic d'Orhy

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Orhy

Pic d'Orhy from Larrau pass.
Elevation 2017 m
Location France,Spain-Navarre
Range Pyrenees
Prominence 603 m
Coordinates 42º59'22,66 N 1º00'17,83 W
Easiest route Larrau pass

The mount Orhy (French), also Ori or Orhi in Spanish and Basque, is a mount located in the border of Navarre and Soule, in the Pyrenees and is 2,017 m high, being the most westerly peak higher than 2,000 m, starting from the Bay of Biscay.

It is a mighty mountain, very important in Basque mythology and its grassy slopes are also important for shepherds.

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