Circular route via the Coll de Ladrones and the Caseta de la Cueva (Caseta del Vasco)
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.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 7.76 mi -
Average duration: 6h 15 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 3,094 ft -
Descent: - 3,097 ft -
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Highest point: 6,181 ft -
Lowest point: 3,914 ft
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Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 3,921 ft - Canfranc-Estacion
- 1 : mi 0.65 - alt. 4,304 ft - Casita Blanca mountain hut
- 2 : mi 1.67 - alt. 4,774 ft - Punta Picaubé
- 3 : mi 1.84 - alt. 4,780 ft - Fork
- S/E : mi 7.76 - alt. 3,921 ft
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