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Broto - Yosa - Tozal del Pueyo
Superb loop to the abandoned village of Yosa, along the GR®-15. The return via the ridge offers sumptuous views of the surrounding area, particularly the Pyrenean peaks of Monte Perdido and its sisters.
La Faja de Pelay
An exceptional hike in the Ordesa Mont Perdu Natural Park. You must take the shuttle bus from Torla at the large car park at the entrance to the village.Please note: the elevation gain for this hike is incorrect. It should be 750m of elevation gain and loss, not 1758m as stated in the paragraph below.
La Faja Racon
On the right bank of the Rio Arazas, the Faja Racon trail is very similar to that on the left bank, the Faja de Pelay.
San Urbez - Sestrales - Refugio San Vicenda
A superb two-day hike with a bivouac at the Refugio de San Vicenda. It is possible to go as far as Fuenblanca for the bivouac. In the Añisclo Canyon, bivouacking is permitted from 1,650 m.
Anisclo Canyon
In the Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, walk through the famous Anisclo Canyon, created by the Rio Bellos.
The altitude difference shown is an overestimate - it's only 500m.
The Spanish ledges
Second day of the trek between the Mont Perdu massif and the ledges overlooking the Ordesa Canyon: Faja Luenga, Faja de las Flores, Faja Tardiador and Faja Escuzana, with a passage via Pico Mondarruego. This hike leaves the mineral landscape of the high mountains for a succession of vertiginous ledges and grassy sections between the peaks. A long route offering thrilling experiences on the ledges and spectacular views of the mountains around Ordesa. Not recommended for those who suffer from vertigo.
Refugio San Vicenda - San Urbez
Second day of this superb two-day trip with a bivouac at the Refugio de San Vicenda. It is possible to go as far as Fuenblanca for the bivouac. In the Añisclo Canyon, bivouacking is permitted from 1,650 metres.
If you plan to sleep in your van the night before the hike, it is best to park 5-8 km before the canyon car park. The road to the car park is one-way, and crossing the canyon during the day must be magnificent (night crossing for the hike).
The Brèche de Roland
Hike above the Cirque de Gavarnie to visit a mountain pass made famous by its name.
Taillon and Breche de Roland from the Col des Tentes
Landscapes “rich in nature” on this hike in the area of Gavarnie, accompany your steps towards the peak of Taillon, through the legendary Roland breach. Taillon, a summit that at the top of its 3144 m, offers a stunning panorama and striking views as far as the eye can see.
Col de Tentes - Goritz Refuge
First day of the trek to Mont Perdu. Departure from Col de Tentes, passage through Brèche de Roland, at the foot of Pic du Marboré, and ascent of Mont Perdu. The first day is the most technical. You quickly reach the high mountain ranges of the Gavarnie massif.
Lac des Espécières and Pic entre les Ports circular (Gavarnie)
This is an easy, short hike starting from the Col des Tentes in Gavarnie, offering views of Spain, the Plana de Sandaruelo, the peaks of the Spanish foothills, and the border ridge as far as Vignemale, climbing to the summit of a peak at almost 2,500 m, the Pic entre les Ports (the Port de Boucharo and the Port des Espécières). The return via the Col des Espécières and the lake of the same name offers views over the Vallée des Espécières and the ski resort.
Please note: Pic Entre les Ports has a bivouac area sheltered by low walls and may be a good option for those who want to set off early the next morning for Brèche de Roland, Taillon or the Spanish ledges, and who want to sleep there the night before, as camping outside, in tents or cars, is strictly prohibited (and often fined) at the Col de Tentes.
El Arco de Piedrafita or Sarronal Arch
A beautiful loop starting from Piedrafita de Jaca with a visit to a geological curiosity, the Sarronal Arch.
The Cirque de Gavarnie via the Bellevue plateau
(!) (September 2024) Following recent bad weather, the footbridge at (6) has been washed away. Crossing the Gave de Pau river is tricky and strongly discouraged.
(!) Update 25/06/2025, Vallées de Gavarnie Tourist Office. => The footbridge located at (6) has been repaired and will be reopened to the public on 25/06/2025.However, the footbridge upstream from the Hôtellerie du Cirque (9) is still not in place and crossing the Gave de Pau river is tricky depending on the water level.
A different approach to the Cirque de Gavarnie. The plateau gives you an overview that allows you to take in the whole site at a glance. A little later, you can stroll through the cirque to appreciate its full majesty. To quote Victor Hugo, it is the Colosseum of nature.
Cirque de Gavarnie via the Corniche des Espugues
This magnificent hike takes you off the beaten track for more than half of the route, passing through splendid, varied and uncrowded landscapes. Forests, small waterfalls, passages under cornices and breathtaking panoramas, before arriving at the highlight of the show, the foot of the Grande Cascade de Gavarnie.
Lac de la Bernatoire
Pure beauty! A hike that will take your breath away, surrounded by cows, marmots and chamois!
A winter loop in the Cirque de Gavarnie
A beautiful site in summer, with its majestic waterfall. Please note that it is very busy in summer.In winter, you will appreciate the magnificent, peaceful landscape with the ice waterfalls at the bottom of the cirque.This circuit can be done very easily at any time of year:- in 3 hours in summer, including breaks and lunch.- but in 3 to 4 hours in winter.
The Cirque de Gavarnie via the ledges
This trail is much less frequented than the main path and offers more views of the cirque along most of its length.
Credit: our guide Laurent from Pyrénées Autrement described this trail to us.
Moderator's note s a dangerous, unsecured section; see reviews
Route impassable
the Gavarnie Tourist Office reports:Following the floods of 7 September 2024, the route described here is currently impassable.Although the trails have not been significantly affected, crossing the Gave de Gavarnie is impossible in many places (footbridges have been washed away or weakened, banks are dangerous).Please stay on the marked paths and check with the Gavarnie Tourist Office before setting off: 05 62 92 49 10.
Gavarnie waterfall with return via the Cirque du Pailla
Hike in the most famous cirque in the Pyrenees. Return via the path leading to the Cirque du Pailla, which allows you to avoid the crowds and gain height to enjoy this magnificent place from a different perspective.
Cirque de la Pineta by the Larri waterfall
Accessible and very pleasant hike to the Pineta cirque with a beautiful view of Mont Perdu.
The Cinca waterfalls
A trip to the Cinca waterfalls, then a return via the sheep pasture before heading back down. A shorter version involves a round trip to the sheep pasture.
Hike without description, to be followed with the Visorando app.
The Estaubé Circus
This easy hike leads to the foot of the Cirque d'Estaubé. Although less famous than its neighbour Gavarnie, the Cirque d'Estaubé is a magnificent sight, with many waterfalls. Great picnic opportunities in a superb mountain setting.
Pic El Pacino circular from Sallent de Gallego
El Pacino offers a unique 360-degree panorama of the Aragonese and French peaks, including the Pic du Midi d'Ossau in Béarn, and a beautiful variety of vegetation, although it is sometimes too exuberant as it often invades the trails.