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Lacs de Montferrat walks
Grand Pic de Tapou and Pic du Milieu
Visorando Member
7.80 mi
+4,698 ft
-4,698 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Gavarnie (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Two 3,000-metre peaks often overlooked by hikers, who tend to prefer the nearby Vignemale, even though the panoramic views from the summit are well worth the detour. With summer pastures, lakes and a final stretch along the ridge, these two peaks have everything to offer.
Walks near Lacs de Montferrat
Oulettes de Gaube Mountain Hut – Gavarnie
14.54 mi
+3,599 ft
-6,152 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Cauterets (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The fifth stage of the trek, which links the Oulettes de Gaube mountain hut to Gavarnie, began with the ascent of the Petit Vignemale (3,032 m) early in the day.
Col de Tentes - Goritz Refuge
9.92 mi
+4,829 ft
-4,265 ft
8h 45
Very difficult
Departure from Gavarnie (Hautes-Pyrénées)
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.
Gavarnie to the Espuguettes Refuge
7.16 mi
+3,868 ft
-1,677 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Gavarnie (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Day 1The Cirque de Gavarnie needs no introduction; it is a monument, a cathedral, a colossus.The route via the Plateau de Bellevue allows you to discover it from this remarkable vantage point.The path running along the slopes of the Bosquet Long adds an element of excitement, allowing you to appreciate it in all its splendour, whilst offering a tranquillity not found on the better-known routes.The return route along the ledge on the right-hand side takes you back to the Refuge des Espuguettes, where you’ll spend the first night.
Gavarnie – Refuge des Espuguettes
7.36 mi
+3,901 ft
-1,759 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Gavarnie (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Start from Gavarnie and climb towards the Plateau de Bellevue, then descend to the Grande Waterfall. From the Hôtellerie du Cirque, climb via the ledges to the Refuge des Espuguettes, with a campsite nearby.
Route of the three cirques: Gavarnie, Estaubé and Troumouse
29.68 mi
+9,777 ft
-9,186 ft
4 days
Moderate
Departure from Gavarnie (Hautes-Pyrénées)
A four-day route of the three cirques of Gavarnie, Estaubé and Troumouse, including the ascent of the Piméné. A self-guided route with nights spent in bivouacs.
Lac de Gaube - Cabane des Tousaus
13.88 mi
+3,950 ft
-3,638 ft
9h 50
Difficult
Departure from Cauterets (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Second stage of the four-day adventure from Cauterets to Luz-Saint-Sauveur via Petit Vignemale and Gavarnie. It can be done in one day, but I think it would be more enjoyable to split it into two days to take the time to appreciate the magnificent scenery!
Gavarnie – Luz-St-Sauveur
16.21 mi
+3,159 ft
-5,348 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Gavarnie (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The sixth stage of the trek (or seventh if you’ve taken a ‘rest’ day to explore the Cirque de Gavarnie). This transitional stage descends the entire Gavarnie valley to Luz-Saint-Sauveur, the final town on the route. Please note that the suggested route differs slightly fromthe GR®®10, as it passes through Gèdre.
Wallon Marcadau Mountain Hut – Oulettes de Gaube Mountain Hut
9.63 mi
+2,198 ft
-1,273 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Cauterets (Hautes-Pyrénées)
The fourth stage of the trek linking the Wallon-Marcadau and Oulettes de Gaube mountain huts, passing through the Marcadau Valley and the unmissable Lac de Gaube.
From the Refuge Wallon to Cauterets via the Col d'Arratille and the Col des Mulets
13.24 mi
+2,789 ft
-5,502 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Cauterets (Hautes-Pyrénées)
This circular is best done from mid-June until the first cold spells.
This isthe third and fairly longday of a three-day route in the Central Pyrenees National Park.
In case of bad weather or unforeseen circumstances, it is possible to shorten the route by descending directly from the (1) to the (8).
Pont d'Espagne - Bayssellance Refuge
7.06 mi
+4,147 ft
-279 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Cauterets (Hautes-Pyrénées)
Approach walk starting from Pont d'Espagne, passing by the magnificent Lac de Gaube, the Oulettes de Gaube and the refuge of the same name. The stage continues with a steeper climb to the Lacs d'Arraillé, then the Hourquette d'Ossoue pass before descending to the Refuge de Bayssellance.