How to choose ski touring boards
Nowadays, skiing materials and equipment are becoming more and more sophisticated and specialised. This guide will make it much easier for you to choose your new ski touring boards.
24 original gifts for travellers
If a friend or relative of yours is a passionate traveller, here are the best gift ideas: what better than gifts that will be of great use to them during their escapades and adventures around the world.
How to camp in the snow: tips for surviving a cold night
Winter camping tips: where to camp, what to bring and much more you need to know to make it through a cold night.
Choosing the best ice axe
The choice of ice axe depends on the activity you are going to do. Our guide below will help you make the best choice.
20 great gifts for skiers and snowboarders
You want to surprise a skier or snowboarder and give them the best gift in the world, but you don't know what you can buy, then keep reading this article because today we bring you an interesting list with gifts and gadgets for snow sports.
Basic ski mountaineering equipment
The snow and the cold mean that equipment specially designed for skiing is necessary for the practice of this sport.
The false myth of alcohol and cold: the problem of giving alcohol to a person with hypothermia.
A drop in body temperature, to the point of hypothermia, is the most common cause of...
Balcony of the Pyrenees from San Juán de la Peña
With the privilege of having the possibility of contemplating a unique view of the...
Climbing backpacks: buying guide & comparison
Do you need to buy a climbing backpack and need advice on your choice? Our guide below introduces you to the best items on the market.
Fleeces. Information, buying guide and comparison
Practically everyone knows what fleece liners are, and we are most certainly familiar with the...
The Swallows' Route: a journey through the kingdom of the Karst de Larra
Quick guide to TREKKING SEVERAL DAYS in the Pyrenees with everything you need to know before...
Foot care when hiking: protect your feet when you're on the trail.
Your feet need to be in good condition if you want to complete a route...
7 tips for the best landscape photography this autumn
Autumn is unique for photographers who want to bring out the colours of nature. Follow the tips below, and success is guaranteed. You will no longer have any excuse to take the best pictures.
Merino wool clothing for the mountains: everything you need to know and how to care for it.
When you buy mountain clothing, you want it to provide the necessary warmth, to dry moisture as quickly as possible and to act as an insulator. To meet these requirements, brands choose to use merino wool or synthetic fibres in the manufacture of clothing.
Worldwide maps based on OpenStreetMap for Garmin devices
Download free GPS maps from around the world for Garmin devices.
How to wash your sleeping bag: useful and practical tips
The sleeping bag, whether it is made of synthetic material or feather, is a delicate item, so we must follow some guidelines to wash it properly.
How to choose your second mountain layer
Wearing a second layer garment is essential to keep the body warm in cold or winter situations. New materials have appeared on the market from the evolution of Polartec itself, as well as new garment concepts.
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Tena Valley in three days
The Tena Valley is one of the richest and most spectacular places in the Pyrenees area, here is a list of some ideal alternatives to enjoy in a three-day trip.
Everything you need to know about choosing an ultralight tent
Ultralight tents are an ideal solution for keeping your backpack light and comfortable during a trekking trip; here are some tips on how to keep weight to a minimum, with the various factors you can consider to avoid carrying more weight than necessary.
Quinto Real: forest, majestic mountains and interesting routes through the beech forest.
Hiking and nature lovers can visit Quinto Real in three days, in the Navarre Pyrenees, to satisfy their craving for adventure. This territory located on the border with France offers majestic mountains and hiking routes that are well worth the journey.
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Ibones de Vallibierna
The Vallibierna valley is well known for its large number of lakes. Located in the Posets-Maladeta Natural Park (Huesca) Spain, it is one of the most popular areas for hiking and enjoying these water sources of indescribable beauty.
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Aísa Gorge and Sombrero Peak
Excursion through the Aísa mountain range, of medium difficulty and just over a thousand metres of...
Outdoor training: why companies are incorporating outdoor activities as a learning experience
For years, companies and organisations have been looking to create high-level teams or team building, with specific skills and competencies, in order to improve their processes. More and more companies around the world have seen in the "Outdoor Training" technique an effective, simple and even fun method to achieve the objective. Members of the same company, who through physical activities in the middle of nature must apply skills to solve situations that have never been encountered before, which would have an impact on better work performance.
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Congosto de Ventamillo, a route between limestone walls
The Ventamillo Gorge or Congosto de Ventamillo closes the access to the Benasque valley from the south. It is a three-kilometre long gorge with impressive vertical limestone walls. It is an ideal route for hiking between the towns of El Run and Seira, and it is possible to start the route in either of them. The route goes around the gorge on both banks at a considerable height and follows a circular route with significant slopes and unbeatable views of the cliffs, the valley of the Ésera and the Maladetas massif.
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Ascent to Peña Gratal: viewpoint of the Aragonese Pyrenees and the Sierra de Guara.
Peña Gratal is a low peak (1,567 m) which, due to its location, is a fantastic viewpoint over the Aragonese Pyrenees, as well as the Sierra de Guara and the region of La Hoya de Huesca. We suggest an ascent along its north face, starting from the Arguis reservoir and through a beautiful forest.
