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Randonnées Ibon de Escalar
From Somport to Astún via the ridges – HIKE TO SEE AGAIN
Visorandonneur
6.86 mi
+2,782 ft
-2,795 ft
5h 35
Difficile
Départ à 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.
From Puerto Astun to Col des Moines
3.79 mi
+1,552 ft
-1,572 ft
3h 05
Moyenne
Départ à Jaca (Huesca)
This hike climbs steeply over a short distance, but the path is passable. The hike takes you to Lake Escalar and the Col des Moines. It offers a variety of viewpoints.
Pombie – Astún
6.75 mi
+2,838 ft
-2,490 ft
5h 35
Difficile
Départ à Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
Day two: return to Astún from the Pombie Refuge, via the Col and the Peyreget hut, then Lake Castérau and the Col des Moines. Compared to the first day, the elevation gains are a little steeper, with the final ascent covering nearly 520 m. The atmosphere is different: no ridges, but lakes and valleys!
From the Col d’Astún to the Col des Moines
3.43 mi
+883 ft
-912 ft
2h 20
Moyenne
Départ à Jaca (Huesca)
If you’re in the Col du Somport area and the weather is clear (and safe), this short circular route will delight you in no time. Thanks to the chairlift, you’ll reach the starting point quickly, and the ridge walk will allow you to admire the surroundings at your leisure in a unique way. The route is unmarked but clearly defined.
Walks near Ibon de Escalar
Astún - Pombie
5.96 mi
+1,706 ft
-2,070 ft
4h 15
Moyenne
Départ à Jaca (Huesca)
This is the first day of a cross-border hike that takes you to the Pic du Midi d'Ossau, starting from an unusual point, the Col du Somport, rather than the Col du Pourtalet.Overnight stay at the Refuge de Pombie is essential, so remember to book in advance.
The Chiniprés hut
2.29 mi
+1,161 ft
-177 ft
2h 05
Moyenne
Départ à 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.
From the Cabane de l’Araille to Lac de Roumassot
8.25 mi
+2,595 ft
-2,162 ft
6h 05
Difficile
Départ à Laruns (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The first stage of this beautiful hike. Not particularly demanding, with no specific difficulties apart from the distance. Featuring magnificent scenery, views of the south face of the Pic du Midi d’Ossau and the lakes. The route includes a bivouac at Lac de Roumassot with a breathtaking view of the Ossau! The path is well signposted from start to finish, with quite varied scenery: mountain pastures, rocky outcrops and lakes.
On the Way of St James, between Etsaut and Urdos
2.90 mi
+807 ft
-413 ft
2h 00
Facile
Départ à Etsaut (Pyrénées-Atlantiques)
The work carried out by the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department and the Haut-Béarn community of municipalities to facilitate access to the Fort du Portalet, as well as the route through the upper Aspe valley for hikers and pilgrims (GR®65), has been completed and now allows visitors to discover this exceptional site in the best conditions of visibility and safety. Let's make the most of it!
On the Way of St James, between Villanúa and Castiello de Jaca
5.83 mi
+203 ft
-912 ft
2h 50
Facile
Départ à 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.