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Estanyola de Gerber walks
Estany de Gerber and Refugi Mataró
Visorando Member
7.23 mi
+2,041 ft
-2,034 ft
5h 05
Difficult
Departure from Alt Àneu (Lleida)
This challenging hike in the Aigues Tortes National Park follows the Vall Gerber upstream, passing by the lake of the same name, through a landscape dominated by mountain pines, rhododendrons and heather. It continues through a more rocky landscape dotted with a multitude of lakes of all sizes, some named and others unnamed. Towards the end of the route, a short detour leads to the Refugi Mataró, a small metal structure offering welcome shelter in this area where thunderstorms can be very violent. A refreshing breath of fresh air in a peaceful, unspoilt natural setting, though you’ll need to be mindful of several sections requiring caution on both the ascent and the descent.
Walks near Estanyola de Gerber
Saboredo Refuge - Mallafré Refuge
6.69 mi
+2,011 ft
-3,346 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Alt Àneu (Lleida)
Third and penultimate stage of this loop in the Encantats. Still lots of beautiful lakes and magnificent jagged peaks silhouetted against the sky. Significant elevation gain and sometimes tricky paths with steep slopes, scree and sections with ropes, which fortunately were already in place.
From the Refugi de Saboredo to Banhs de Tredos via the Tuc Gran de Sandrosa
5.49 mi
+1,365 ft
-3,120 ft
3h 45
Difficult
Departure from Alt Àneu (Lleida)
This second stage offers a return route to the Banhs de Tredos via the Sendrosa Pass (Coth deth tuc Gran de Sendrosa).
The ascent of the Tuc Gran de Sendrosa is optional for hikers with sure-footedness. This option, which is well worth the detour for the exceptional view from the summit, involves a 300-metre climb along the rocky ridge and requires using your hands on relatively easy climbing holds (PD), though there are a few exposed sections where a sure footing is essential. The descent is always slightly more technical than the ascent. Not recommended for inexperienced walkers or those prone to vertigo.
This route is well worth the effort for its wild scenery, the flowers and the abundant vegetation in June. The descent from the pass is quite long and a little steep before rejoining the Day 1 trail, just below the Taxis car park.
Amitges - Colomina
11.94 mi
+3,675 ft
-3,547 ft
8h 40
Difficult
Departure from Espot (Lleida)
Long stage between Amitges and Colomina: splendid views of the ridges and valley, crossing summer pastures and forests. Passing by the Estany Llong refuge. The gentle but long descent leads to the Colomina refuge, a peaceful haven after this beautiful day in the mountains.
From the car park to the start of the 7 lakes route
3.22 mi
+955 ft
-223 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Naut Aran (Lleida)
No particular difficulty and a beautiful hike.
There is a taxi service that will take you from our departure point to our arrival point for €5 per person.
It is not possible to drive your car to the arrival point for the start of the lake hike.
From Banhs de Tredos to Refugi Saboredo via Port de Ratera
7.66 mi
+2,822 ft
-1,076 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Naut Aran (Lleida)
A lovely walk featuring a fairly steep climb to the Port de Ratera, but no other difficulties. Magnificent scenery of lakes, pine trees and rhododendrons (early in the season). A good overview of the Aigues Tortes park and the Encantats.
Mallafré refuge - La Molina car park
12.12 mi
+1,959 ft
-3,858 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Espot (Lleida)
Fourth and final stage of this loop in the Encantats. No technical difficulties except for the length of the descent once you have passed the first pass. Magnificent view of the Encantats in the morning as you leave the refuge.
Ventosa refuge - Saboredo refuge
8.04 mi
+2,805 ft
-2,526 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from la Vall de Boí (Lleida)
This is the second stage of this four-stage loop in the Encantats. There are numerous lakes between these two refuges with beautiful ascents and descents. No technical difficulties, but some scree that is not very pleasant.
Almost a loop in the Encantats de Cavallers in La Molina
30.04 mi
+8,868 ft
-10,125 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from la Vall de Boí (Lleida)
A very beautiful hike in Spain, south of Vielha. There are numerous lakes: this is the largest concentration of lakes in the Pyrenees. The peaks are around 3,000 metres high and almost all are only accessible by mountaineering. The refuges are pleasant but small, so it is essential to book several months in advance.
Cavallers Pond - Ventosa refuge
3.19 mi
+2,067 ft
-417 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from la Vall de Boí (Lleida)
This is the first stage of a four-day circuit in the Encantats. It is the shortest stage and can be completed in an afternoon, but it is best not to arrive too late at the large refuges so that you can choose your bed and not have to wait too long for a shower.