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Collado del Bozo – Aisa Valley
Visorando Member
6.17 mi
+1,860 ft
-1,857 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aísa (Huesca)
A very pleasant, easy walk in the Cirque d’Igüer (Sierra d’Aisa), with splendid views of the area’s main peaks: Pic de Mesola, Pic Lecherin, Pic d’Aspe and Pic de la Magdalena.
Canfranc, Agüaré, Gabardito
4.60 mi
+1,765 ft
-1,765 ft
3h 40
Difficult
Departure from Canfranc (Huesca)
A varied circular walk offering a chance to fully appreciate the woodland and historic surroundings of the village of Canfranc. Suitable once the snow has melted (usually in April) and at its best in spring (May–June) when the laburnums and asphodels are in bloom.
Please read the warnings in points 2 and 4!
La Fuente del Paco in Villanúa
4.48 mi
+994 ft
-984 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Villanúa (Huesca)
Version 2 updated on 30/04/2023
When the weather is bad in the Aspe Valley, it may be wise to go through the Somport tunnel and look for routes a little further south, where the sun may be shining. Here we present a fairly short, unpretentious but very accessible and frankly pretty (in our opinion) loop.El Paco is the cooler, wooded northern slope of a mountain, covered here with a protected pine forest, and La Fuente is a spring (fountain).
On the Way of St James, between Villanúa and Castiello de Jaca
5.83 mi
+203 ft
-912 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Villanúa (Huesca)
The Camino de Santiago (or "Camino francés") leaves the mountains here and follows the Aragon valley towards the stopover town of Jaca. Between the two villages mentioned, the route is easy but picturesque, with beautiful views of the peaks and forests... and a convenient train to return to the starting point. The route can easily be done in reverse, which may or may not be convenient depending on train timetables. With a few adjustments at the start, the route can be done by mountain bike.
Circular route via the Coll de Ladrones and the Caseta de la Cueva (Caseta del Vasco)
7.76 mi
+3,094 ft
-3,097 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Canfranc (Huesca)
A pleasant circular walk, mostly through woodland, with a few sections of scree on the descent. Lovely views over the Canfranc Estación valley and the Candanchu cirque.
A hike of moderate difficulty due to the elevation gain. The path is narrow and you’d be well advised to be sure-footed.
La Casita de la Cueva in Canfranc
4.96 mi
+1,654 ft
-1,657 ft
3h 45
Easy
Departure from Canfranc (Huesca)
The immense forests that dominate the Canfranc resort hide many secrets: amazing hydraulic structures, comfortable paths to access them, unique vegetation and a little-known history. Hiking in this setting is all the more enjoyable, even if the gentle slope of the paths means you cover more ground than you might imagine.
Circular Beldorero from Castiello de Jaca
7.28 mi
+1,608 ft
-1,594 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Castiello de Jaca (Huesca)
Castiello de Jaca is a municipality in Spain in the autonomous community of Aragon. This hike passes by the Ermita de San Bartolomé, reaches the ridge of the Sierra de los Ángeles and then follows it to Beldorero. The return journey is via the Collada de la Sierra and then along a section of the Way of St James.
The Chiniprés hut
2.29 mi
+1,161 ft
-177 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Canfranc (Huesca)
A relatively short route to one of the best viewpoints in the upper Canfranc Valley, offering views of both Canfranc-Gare international station and the Candanchú ski resort.
Lac d'Estaens loop via the Chemin des Échelles
6.65 mi
+2,162 ft
-2,165 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Urdos (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The aim here is to make a loop. You will need to climb down a small chimney and follow a path that runs along the cliff and takes you down a ladder. Magnificent view of the peaks and the valley below.
Lake Estaens
5.26 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,749 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Urdos (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
This round trip hike is mostly in Spain and is suitable for all walkers. It is a very easy family walk. The green surroundings are home to marmots and chamois, if you know where to look. From the end of June onwards, numerous flocks of sheep, cows and horses graze here. The lake is splendid and is surrounded by white rock mountains on the left with the Aspe peak and the Visaurin and on the right by red rocks with the Gabedaille peak.
Circular loop via Lac d’Estaëns or Ibon de Astanès
6.71 mi
+2,218 ft
-2,221 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Urdos (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
It is a peaceful valley where a thin stream flows, where large herds of horses and cows graze in the calm air, indifferent to this geological feature, this reddish earth, on the border between Spain and France and Lac d'Estaëns (Ibon de Astanès).
The Bois du Sansanet and the Col Causiat around Somport
4.92 mi
+978 ft
-981 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Urdos (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
An easy loop allowing you to discover the diversity of landscapes and natural areas on the northern flank of the Col du Somport. The climbs are gentle and the route is fairly easy to follow, provided you have a map on your phone with GPS. In addition, the Espace Somport is a pleasant place to relax. Everything you need for a "cool hike"!
Visorando app recommended
Route de la Capercaillie at Somport
2.37 mi
+499 ft
-466 ft
2h 07
Easy
Departure from Urdos (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
An easy walk with magnificent views of the snow-covered Cirque d’Aspe. Important note: there is a €5 entry fee, and a Capercaillie Protection Area prevents you from completing a circular walk; alternatively, you must cross over to the Spanish side through a former military site.
From Somport to Astún via the ridges – HIKE TO SEE AGAIN
6.86 mi
+2,782 ft
-2,795 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Aísa (Huesca)
Hike to revisit
A little-used border hike offering views of the three valleys of Aspe, Canfranc and Ossau from above. Stunning views in all directions. Route for hikers: you will need to find your bearings at the start as there are no signposts. The end of the route can be avoided by hikers who suffer from vertigo.
To the Gentiane plateau from the Chalet Cadier
3.40 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,138 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Urdos (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
If you’re looking for a route in the Somport area that’s less busy than the one to Lac d’Estaens but just as beautiful, this one might be just what you’re after. It’s a modest route (fairly short, suitable for all) but offers spectacular views across the entire border range around Somport. You might even come across walkers accompanied by one or two donkeys, for whom this route is a classic.