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Puig des Sarrains ou Pic des Sarrains (1830m) walks
Loop between Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste and the Sant Guillem refuge
Visorando Member
18.83 mi
+5,932 ft
-5,935 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste (Pyrénées-Orientales)
This two-day hike, with an overnight stay at the Sant Guillem refuge, allows for shorter variations each day depending on the weather or individual needs.
This hike is fully signposted: unfortunately, the paths are not maintained and the signposting needs to be refreshed in many places (as observed in early July 2025).
Prats-de-Mollo to Sant Guillem via Puig Fabra - Les Sarraïns - Serre Vernet
9.38 mi
+4,183 ft
-2,326 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Thisfirst stage, almost entirely in the forest, is therefore possible in summer, if you set off early. A challenging hike with 1,275 metres of elevation gain on marked trails that are rarely used, requiring a good sense of direction and the GPX track.There are some beautiful spots to stop and enjoy the scenery. The highest point (altitude 1,830 m) at Puig dels Sarraïns is a perfect place to stop for lunch, for example.
Refuge Sant Guillem - Chemin d'els Troncassers - Puig Sarraïns - La Llau
9.33 mi
+1,847 ft
-3,104 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Tech (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Second day of: Two days of discovery at the Sant Guillem Refuge, from the Sant Guillem Refuge.Between (8) and (12), a GPX track is strongly recommended or a very good sense of direction, despite the signposting and cairns being in very good condition. Observed at the end of July 2023.Coll de Serre Vernet via a magnificent balcony path in very good condition. The same applies to Puig dels Sarraïns.Return to the refuge via a beautiful path, then pleasant tracks through the woods.After a break at the refuge, return to the car park at La Llau via the usual route.
Walks near Puig des Sarrains ou Pic des Sarrains (1830m)
Sant Guillem to Prats-de-Mollo via Serre Vernet - Comella - Lloses - Miracle
9.45 mi
+1,775 ft
-3,609 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Tech (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Thissecond stage, almost entirely in the forest, is therefore possible in summer, setting off early.Discovery hike along marked paths, little or not used, requiring a sense of direction and the GPX track. Beautiful places to stop and enjoy the scenery.
The Sant Guillem refuge via the Coll de la Rua - La Soca - l'Estanyol
9.23 mi
+3,323 ft
-2,041 ft
7h 10
Difficult
Departure from Le Tech (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First day of discovery: Two days of discovery at the Sant Guillem Refuge, with the climb to the Sant Guillem Refuge.Do not underestimate this day. The time indicated is accurate.From the La Llau hikers' car park, climb up to the Coll de la Rua.Continue along a small grassy track to the shelter and the Font del Brigadier.Then climb up a very steep path to La Soca.Next, head to Coll de l'Estanyol.Further on, begin a beautiful descent to the Sant Guillem refuge.Vast landscapes await you on this first day of your discovery hike.
From the Refuge des Conques to the Refuge de Mariailles
9.37 mi
+2,628 ft
-2,352 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First stage of the: Loop from the Refuge des Conques to the Refuge de Mariailles
Mountain hike with beautiful scenery, particularly from Coll de Bise to Collada de la Roqueta.
Classified as difficult: exposed, steep slopes in places. See practical information.
Allow 6 hours of sustained walking.
Refuge de Mariailles - Refuge des Cortalets
10.14 mi
+3,497 ft
-2,090 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Casteil (Pyrénées-Orientales)
This stage is the first part of a two-day circular around the Canigou Massif. This first stage takes you around the peak to the west, from the Mariailles Refuge to the Cortalets Refuge, via the Bonne Aigue Refuge. It's a good warm-up before the next day's climb.
Mariailles - Cortalets
8.05 mi
+3,871 ft
-2,349 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Casteil (Pyrénées-Orientales)
The fourth stage highlights the ascent of Canigou.
Please take note of the following warnings about this route:
''Info 2023: The route linking Pic du Canigó and passing through the chimney is no longer marked. The Conflent Canigó Tourist Office cannot provide information on its accessibility. It is strongly recommended that you take the Barbet ridges (PR®8) or the GR®10 if you are coming from the Mariailles refuge to reach the Cortalets refuge.
In addition, please note: as climbing the peak is a high-altitude mountain activity, it is important to be prepared, informed and well equipped."
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From the Refuge de Mariailles to the Refuge des Cortalets
9.65 mi
+3,451 ft
-1,939 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Casteil (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Sixth stage of the 8-day clockwise Tour du Canigou.A fairly long, undulating stage.The path is mostly on a ridge.The day ends with a difficult climb from the Bonne Aigue refuge.
⚠️ Renovation work at the Cortalets Refuge in 2026, 2027 and 2028. The Cortalets Refuge is closed for renovation work.
From the Mariailles refuge to the Conques refuge
10.00 mi
+2,490 ft
-2,785 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Casteil (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Second stage of the: Loop from the Refuge des Conques to the Refuge de Mariailles
Mountain hike with a permanent view of Pla Guillem at Porteilla des Avets
Classified as difficult: open terrain, paths sometimes with old or no markings, steep slopes in places. See practical information.
Allow 6 hours of sustained walking.
From the Batère Refuge to the Sant-Guillem Refuge
10.44 mi
+3,346 ft
-3,898 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Corsavy (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Second stage of the clockwise Tour du Canigou in 8 days.A fairly long hike that starts with a descent.This route follows old paths connecting pastures and valleys.
Mariailles refuge - Cortalets refuge
8.05 mi
+3,720 ft
-2,208 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Casteil (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Second stage of the Three Days on Canigou.From Mariailles to Les Cortalets via the Canigou Chimney.A fairly demanding stage due to the elevation gain and distance.⚠️ Passing through the Cheminée à Vue as the yellow markings have been erased – path closed (not recommended)See practical information below.⚠️ Works at the Cortalets refuge 2026, 2027, 2028. Renovation of the Cortalets refuge; Cortalets refuge closed for works
Refuge des Cortalets - Refuge de Mariailles via Canigou
8.50 mi
+2,425 ft
-3,832 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Taurinya (Pyrénées-Orientales)
This day is devoted to the ascent of Pic du Canigou from the Refuge des Cortalets, and the descent via the chimney to the Refuge Arago, then to Mariailles, the starting point of the hike.