Great Barbat

Pyrenees Guide to the 3000 m

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 Altitude: 2813m

Situation:

French Pyrenees, close to the ski resort of Cauterets.

When to go:

From the beginning of July to mid-October.

Difficulties of the route:

Medium difficulty ascent, about two hours from the Llheou pass.

Complicated sections:

- In the final part of the ascent there is a complicated chimney and some areas that can only be reached by climbing.

Recommended equipment:

- Appropriate boots.
- Stringing material.
- Sunglasses and sunscreen.
– Ice axe and crampons in winter conditions