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We have been on the route direct Jaca to Pau, but not with the van in tow. Artics use the route, so it is possible, but there sre overhanging rocks which you need to keep your eye on. When we were on the road, 3 Spanish artics came up in convoy, and I don't think they would have given way if I had have been on a tricky bend. My guess is that the truckers use CB radio to clear the route for whoever is on the climb, given the speed these guys were doing.

I think the route through Pamplona might be better, but I would n't risk any of the mountain crossings without someones recommendation. Best when you are at Gavin, is to go on a reccy one day up the Col du Somport, with the car. The scenery is fantastic, and worth the effort, but from memory the twisty bits were on the French side.

FM