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Author: Eduardo Azcona

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Chronic restless spirit, environmentalist and engineer. I write about mountains, adventure and travel.
Pyrenees in summer / Photo: Ascent of Petrechema
Pirineos

Pyrenees in summer: my proposal for enjoying trekking and the mountains

The Pyrenees are a summer paradise for those who love mountains and trekking. ....

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How Travesía Pirenaica was born (and why today it is much more than a route guide)
Destacado | Transpirenaicas

How Travesía Pirenaica was born (and why today it is much more than a route guide)

🎥 Footsteps in the Mountains: Exploring Pyrenean Crossing It all started on the endless road to the reservoir...

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What happens to your body after months of trekking? Benefits, risks and how to prepare
Trekking

What happens to your body after months of trekking? Benefits, risks and how to prepare

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Where can I find accommodation along the GR 11?
Transpirenaicas

Where can I find accommodation along the GR 11?

Along the route you will find shelters, hostels, campsites...

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Hikers in the Ordesa Valley. Behind Monte Perdido and the Pico de Añisclo or Soum de Ramond / Photo: Travesía Pirenaica
Pirineos

🥾 Routes in the Aragonese Pyrenees, the high mountains and valleys

🥾 Routes in the Aragonese Pyrenees, the high mountains and valleys For mountaineers...

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Ultralight trekking for beginners what you need to know
Trekking

The ultralight guide: From 15 kg to 7 kg for your first 5-day trek.

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quilt vs sack in summer
Sacos de dormir

Summer sleeping bag? There's a better option (and it's half the weight).

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Is it necessary to carry an ice axe and crampons for the GR11?
Transpirenaicas

Is it necessary to carry an ice axe and crampons for the GR11?

At the beginning of June, depending on the season, there may be numerous snow-capped hills in...

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Signposting of the GR 11 - Senda Pirenaica (Pyrenean Route)
Transpirenaicas

Is the GR11 well signposted?

Yes, the GR11 is an approved long-distance footpath, marked with red paint...

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Down vs Synthetic
Ropa | Sacos de dormir

Down vs Synthetic: how to choose the best insulation for your trekking

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Can a thermal blanket save your life? We test a 240g shelter
Montaña

The ultralight shelter that fits in your pocket (and can get you out of trouble).

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News
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📰 The top mountaineering and mountain news of the week

In the Weekly Bulletin we include a section in which we select the weekly news and...

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Is hiking expensive? 11+1 technical and practical tips to save money on every route
Montaña

Is hiking expensive? 11+1 technical and practical tips to save money on every route

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Bivouac cover advantages disadvantages
Fundas vivac

Extreme Minimalism: why you'll love (or hate) using a bivouac cover in the mountains

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Camping with a tent on the GR11, Eastern Pyrenees
Transpirenaicas

Is it possible to do the GR11 with a tent?

Carrying a tent will make us, above all, gain in autonomy and...

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Free, dignified and sustainable shelters, the project that is changing the way we live in the mountains.
Actualidad

Free, dignified and sustainable shelters: the project that is changing the way we live in the mountains.

Free, dignified and sustainable shelters: the project that is changing the way we live in the mountains.

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3 silent trekking fears no one tells you about (and how to overcome them)
Trekking

3 silent trekking fears no one tells you about (and how to overcome them)

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Baiau or Josep Maria Montfort hut, at the foot of the GR11
Transpirenaicas

Are there any free refuges along the GR11?

Yes, along the route you will pass a good number of free refuges,...

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How to store your sleeping bag
Sacos de dormir

Sleeping bag storage guide: Mistakes that destroy insulation (and how to avoid them)

If you are one of those who sweat every gram of your backpack in the Transpirenaica or other...

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How do I prepare myself physically for the GR11?
Transpirenaicas | Destacado

How do I prepare myself physically for the GR11?

Any of the Trans-Pyrenean routes, those that cross the Pyrenees from sea to sea, to...

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Junko Tabei
Protagonistas / Personajes

Junko Tabei: the pioneer who broke glass ceilings on the world's summits

As part of Women's Week, we remember Junko Tabei, whose 50th birthday was...

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The Pyrenees in motorhome and camper van
Pirineos

The Pyrenees in motorhome and camper van

Practical tips for touring the Pyrenees by motorhome. Tips from other travellers, essential places and the regulations to bear in mind.

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Mountain repair equipment
Montaña

Survival kit for your equipment: on-the-road fixes and home maintenance hacks

Trekking is unforgiving: a broken zip, a peeled sole or an open seam can be...

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Cola de Caballo, Ordesa / Photo: Pedro Sanz (Unsplash)
Pirineos | Lifestyle

Discover the most photographed corners of the Pyrenees

The Pyrenees are a mosaic of epic landscapes, where every corner seems designed for your...

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Stob a'Choin, Lochearnhead, UK / Photo: Vishnu Prasad (Unsplash)
Ropa

Stay dry on the trail: tips for hiking in the rain

Tips for hiking in the rain: what to wear, where to camp, how to avoid the risk of falling and hypothermia.

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Pyrenees in summer / Photo: Ascent of Petrechema
Pyrenees in summer: my proposal for enjoying trekking and the mountains

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How Travesía Pirenaica was born (and why today it is much more than a route guide)
How Travesía Pirenaica was born (and why today it is much more than a route guide)

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How do I prepare myself physically for the GR11?
How do I prepare myself physically for the GR11?

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🛏️ Where to spend the night on the GR11 by Travesía.

Along the route you will find shelters, hostels, campsites and some camping areas. In the municipalities you will have access to hostels and hotels.

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