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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<\/strong>\u00a0that you can't miss and you can enjoy the experience with the whole family.<\/p>

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As a good mountain range, a fundamental element cannot be other than water, which has shaped numerous mountains, gorges and valleys. It is almost impossible to talk about the Pyrenees without talking about water. In fact, its presence is often the essence of the most beautiful landscapes of the mountain range, such as, for example the lake of Sant Maurici or the Pessons circus<\/strong>. Below, we suggest routes where water is the protagonist.<\/p>

Routes of lakes and waterfalls in the Pyrenees<\/strong><\/h2>

If you are one of those who are asking what to see<\/strong> y what to do<\/strong>you are in luck. Here are 3 suggestions routes of the Pyrenees<\/strong> where you can enjoy a landscape in which water is the protagonist.<\/p>

1. Pess\u00f3 lakes from the Ribera bridge.<\/h3>

This is an itinerary of about 9km where you can appreciate the beauty of these two glacial lakes at an altitude of more than 2,400 metres.<\/p>

The route starts at the bridge of La Ribera, where you will go up on the right side of the river. Sant Mart\u00ed valley<\/strong>through the Tuc des Costes<\/strong> and the Tuc des Carants<\/strong>. You will continue climbing up a fairly steep slope until you reach the first of the lakes, where it is important to note the Turb\u00f3n massif<\/strong>. If you continue climbing, you will reach the second of the lakes. On the way back, you can change the route slightly, passing through the valley of Sant Mart\u00ed, but on the left bank. In this way, you will be able to visit the so-called Bonys de Mor\u00f3<\/strong>.<\/p>

2. The Grand Cascade from the Cirque de Gavarnie.<\/a><\/h3>
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This route is probably one of those routes that are not to be missed<\/a> if you decide to come to the Pyrenees. The Cirque de Gavarnie<\/strong> is a real natural beauty formed by a rock wall. In addition, there is a great difference in altitude between the peaks of over 3,000 metres in altitude, which are separated by glaciers, and the valley floor. In the centre of the cirque is the Great Waterfall. At 423 metres, it is considered the highest waterfall in Europe.<\/p>

The cirque of Gavarnie is located at the point where two of the most important national parks of the mountain range meet: ehe Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park <\/strong>y the Pyrenees National Park<\/strong>. Both have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites.<\/p>

3. San Mam\u00e9s viewpoint in Sallent de G\u00e1llego.<\/h3>

If you are one of those who like to be in contact with nature, but prefer not to walk too much, the last route we propose is a short and pleasant walk. The route to the San Mames viewpoint gives us the chance to climb up to a small mountain located near Sallent de G\u00e1llego. The viewpoint offers beautiful views of the Lanuza reservoir<\/strong>of the Tendre\u00f1a mountain range<\/strong>of the village of Sallent<\/strong> and the Pe\u00f1a Foratata<\/strong>. It is the perfect walk to disconnect, rest and relax while admiring the Tena Valley<\/strong>.<\/p>

If you're thinking of touring the Pyrenees, you're in luck. You already know three proposals of routes of lakes and waterfalls of the Pyrenees<\/strong>. Don't think twice, you have a date with nature in its purest form. What are you waiting for?<\/p>

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