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The source of the Bastareny river is in the municipality of Gisclareny, at the Fonts de l'Adou, which are located at an altitude of 1,077 metres. They are located six kilometres from the village of Bagà, in Alt Berguedà, and it is a fairly simple excursion from the forest track that starts at the Pont de Sant Joan bridge.
Leaving Ansó you will come to the road that takes you to the Zuriza Valley. The distance to Zuriza is twelve kilometres, it is a flat road, which follows the river Veral, and which again advances between mountains, it is almost inevitable, after all, you are in the heart of the Pyrenees.
Pico de Secús (2341m) is one of those summits for those who seek solitude. Its peak is isolated, differentiated from the rest, like a watchtower. From its summit the view stretches from the westernmost mountain ranges of Navarre to the central Pyrenees, the best viewpoint over the north faces of the Agüerri and Bisaurín peaks.
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Ibones and lakes in magnificent granite landscapes. The landscape is completely sculpted by glaciers, which provide a varied habitat, which develops in full alpine meadows, pine forests, crystal clear waters and more than 80 blue water lakes. There is the opportunity to climb several peaks, including the Pic du Midi de Bigorre and the Pic de Bastan, and to go hiking and trekking.
If you are a nature lover, we know that the Pyrenees are almost your home, and no wonder. If you want to enjoy its natural delights with your family, you don't have to go far to do so. There are numerous routes with lakes and waterfalls in the Pyrenees that you cannot miss and you can enjoy the experience with the whole family.
One of the most suitable areas in Western Europe for rafting is the Pyrenees. Here is a list of the best spots for rafting in the Pyrenees.
The forau d'Aigualluts is a karstic sinkhole located at the foot of the Aneto, through which the waters of the river Ésera from the glaciers of the Aneto, Tempestades and Barrancs, and its tributary, the Escaleta, disappear.
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We go to the heart of the Aneto-Maladeta Natural Park to visit the Ibón de Coll de Toro. A place to enjoy a short day in the mountains and enjoy the spectacular views of the Aneto, its crests (Tempestades, Margalida and Russel) and glacier.
Labaza or Zerbillonar Hut
The Gorgol is, without a doubt, the star canyon of the Tena Valley and the Panticosa area. A great canyon of easy level, which has everything.
Possibly one of the best routes not to be missed is the Ibón...
Lake Urdiceto: turquoise and crystalline waters in the high mountains The beautiful Lake Urdiceto, located in the municipality of Parzán, is at an altitude of 2,400 metres, surrounded by a majestic Pyrenean high mountain landscape that you cannot miss.
La Gourgue D'Asque is a French valley also known as the "Little Amazon of the Pyrenees", and it is not for nothing that it bears this name, for the wealth of fauna and flora on display here evokes the subtlest and wildest of nature.
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From San Nicolás de Bujaruelo to the lake and peak of Bernatuara. The excursion we propose today will take us to the Bernatuara lake, located at an altitude of 2,335 metres, on a route lasting about three hours.
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In this article we will tell you about the most outstanding mountain passes for cycling in the Pyrenees and enjoy a great adventure.
How to get to Sallent de Gallego - Embalse de la Sarra If you want to get there you...
The Tourmalet Pass, at 2115m above sea level, is, without exaggeration, the most famous pass in the Tour de France and in the world.
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Organise a getaway to the Sierra de Guara and discover the natural pools of turquoise waters, the incredible views and the historic villages.
North of the Somport Pass, down the Aspe Valley in France, we will reach...
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Cami dels Bons Homes is a mountain route where nature lovers can enjoy unforgettable experiences.
La Senda de Camille is an original and circular hiking route in the heart of the Pyrenees, which emulates the steps of the Pyrenean brown bear "Camille" who lived in this area of the Pyrenees of singular beauty; more than 100 km of distance with 8,000 m of accumulated difference in altitude.
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5 days of trekking, 72 km and more than 11,000 metres of accumulated height gain to cross one of the most spectacular areas of the Pyrenees, between the Vall d'Aran and the Ariège.
The Benasque Valley is located in Aragon, in the Pyrenees mountain range, specifically in the...
Mountain biking is a great means of transport for sightseeing while combining sport and...
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Carros de Foc is a high mountain trekking, a circular route through the refuges in the National Park of Aigüestortes and Estany de Sant Maurici, in the northwest of Catalonia in the Lleida Pyrenees; here we bring you a guide with the essential aspects you should know about this trek.
