What are the differences between the GR11, the High Pyrenean Route and the GR10?
The GR11, the GR10 and the ARP/HRP are three routes that cross the Pyrenees from...
Discover this hidden gem of the Benasque Valley: Route to Ibonet de Batisielles
The hike to the ibonet de Batisielles following the S3 path is one of the best known routes in the Benasque Valley. A magical place where you can relax and let time pass.
Is it safe to do the GR 11 route alone?
Yes, many people complete the GR11 on their own, although it is always safer to be accompanied by a...
Peña Retona (2.770m), Puerto Rico (2.753m), Pabellón (2.707m), Petruso (2.198m) and Punta d'Icún (2.141m) from Acumuer
Very long and steep circular route to the westernmost peaks of the...
Easy" three-thousanders in the Pyrenees
The Pyrenees have 217 peaks over 3,000 metres, of which 126 are easy, i.e. they are graded F or F+.
Vignemale from Bujaruelo. Ascent via the Moskowa corridor and the Lady Lyster pass and the crown route (8 three-thousanders).
Ascent of the Vignemale via the Moskowa corridor and the col de Lady Lyster and the route of the ridges. In total 8 three-thousanders (2 days; 17-18h; 28 kms; +/- 2550m; PD+).
Solo es Andar. We interviewed Sergi Latorre.
The GR11 is a path of more than 800 km that crosses the Pyrenees from Cape Higuer, in the Cantabrian Sea, to Cap de Creus, in the Mediterranean.
The best hiking routes in Las Hurdes and Las Batuecas
Las Hurdes and Las Batuecas form a mountainous territory of great natural, scenic and cultural wealth, which needs to be discovered in peace and quiet.
We interviewed Noelia Novoa, canyoning guide, speleologist, explorer and mountain lover.
We interviewed Noelia Novoa, canyoning guide, speleologist, explorer and mountain lover, she changed her life.
Muhammad Pass or Muhammad Bridge?
Mohammed's Pass, Mohammed's Bridge... is it one, is it the other, are they both correct? Well, the correct one is Mohammed Bridge and no, it doesn't matter what you call it, don't make that mistake.
Okoro (1,259m) via the Artesiaga pass and Mount Erreguerena.
This week we are going on a route through the north of Navarre to climb up to the...
Sierra de Montánchez (Cáceres). Circular route through El Castañar and Garganta de los Molinos.
Circular route from Montanchez in which we will visit its famous chestnut grove and the Garganta de los Molinos. The route starts by following the local path of the "De donde nace" route, which coincides with the Ruta del Castañar, to leave it after 45 minutes in Roblegordo and descend in search of the "Camino de las Vaquerizas" and then to the Garganta de los Molinos. We will return via this gorge and through the lower part of the chestnut grove, the part we had missed on the way out.
Pico de Casillas or Alto del Mirlo (1,768m) from Castañar del Tiemblo
Ascent to Pico de Casillas or Alto del Mirlo from El Regajo (Tiemblo chestnut grove). Ascent via Portacho del Pozo and Cerro de la Encinilla (optional); descent via Cuesta del Enebro and Laderas de Garrido.
How to choose the best trekking poles
Although a trekking pole looks like a fairly simple contraption, there are a number of features, and not a few, that we need to be aware of.
Tour of the Aneto
Quick guide to TREKKING SEVERAL DAYS in the Pyrenees with everything you need to know before...
Punta Alta de Comalesbienes (3,014m) from the Cavallers reservoir.
Circular to Punta Alta (3,014m) from the Cavallers reservoir. Ascent through the Comalesbienes reservoirs and descent through the Colieto valley.
Peña Santa de Enol (2,476m) from Pandecarmen.
Ascent to Peña Santa de Enol or Torre de Santa María from Pandecarmen. Ascent via the Corredor del Marqués and descent via the Grieta Rubia.
Burgos: Peña Corva (1,333m). Ascent via Baíllo and descent via Quintanalacuesta.
Circular route to Peña Corva + San Mamés + Alto de San Lázaro. Ascent from Baíllo and descent to Quintanalacuesta.
Petrechema (2,371m) from Linza. Circular route.
Circular route to Petrechema from Linza. Ascent via the Linza pass and descent via the Foyas del Ingeniero. 5-6 hours; 13.5km; +/-1050m.
Castro Valnera (1,718m) and Cubada Grande (1,607m) from El Bernacho
Circular route to Castro Valnera with ascent to Cubada Grande from Cabañas de El Bernacho.
The Cascades trail in Cauterets.
The Waterfall Trail or Sentier des Cascades, near Cauterets, is one of the most...
The legend of the lake of Engolasters
The lake of Engolasters is a beautiful place, ideal for walks, which hides under its dark waters a dark past. Don't you know the legend of the lake of Engolasters?
Cuchillejo (934m), provincial ceiling of Valladolid
Circular ascent of Cuchillejo (934m), the top of the province of Valladolid, from Castrillo de Duero.
Weather warnings, alerts, GAP and some recommendations in the mountains
Are weather warnings and alerts the same thing? What is the Avalanche Danger Bulletin like? What are the risks in the mountains?
90 years since the first ascent to the Torreón de los Galayos.
The first ascent of Torreón de los Galayos was made on 14 May 1933 on the west face by the "peñalaros" Teógenes Díaz and Ricardo Rubio.
