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Refuge Mas Malet walks
Mas Malet loop to the Refuge des Cortalets
Visorando Member 
13.04 mi
+5,315 ft
-5,302 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Estoher (Pyrénées-Orientales)
This two-day hike, with an overnight stay at the Refuge des Cortalets, allows for one or more alternative routes each day, depending on the weather or your needs. The route is fully signposted. The suggested alternatives stay on the signposted paths or tracks, so there is no risk of getting lost.
In addition, on thefirst day (upon arrival) or thesecond day (before descending): the ascent of Pic del Canigó (a round trip from the refuge).
Access details are provided at the start of the description for the first stage.
⚠️ Works at the Cortalets refuge in 2026, 2027 and 2028. Renovation of the Cortalets refuge; the Cortalets refuge is closed for works.
Cortalets - Mas Malet via Prat-Cabrera, La Mouline, Chemin des Muletiers
Visorando Member 
7.37 mi
+725 ft
-4,970 ft
4h 00
Difficult
Departure from Taurinya (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Second stage of the Mas Malet loop to the Refuge des Cortalets. Return (descent) to Mas Malet via little-used paths, marked with directional posts (as of July 2025).
Allow around 5 hours for the walk. The GPX track may prove very useful in places.Please note: classified as difficult, with a descent of over 1,500 m, but sheltered from the heat and offering beautiful views and refuges.
The only drawback is undoubtedly the climb back up to follow the beautiful Chemin des Muletiers from La Mouline (15). There is an alternative route that avoids this by descending via the track. Another more radical alternative is to descend only via the track from (9) to (E).
Mas Malet - Cortalets via Roc Mosquit, Ras dels Cortalets
Visorando Member 
5.68 mi
+4,590 ft
-331 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Estoher (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First stage of the circular route from Mas Malet to the Refuge des Cortalets. Ascent to Les Cortalets via little-used paths, marked with directional posts that are present and in very good condition (as of July 2025). This is an alternative route through the forest, sheltered from the intense heat, and above all featuring a steady climb with beautiful views.
The only drawback is the access to the start via a recently resurfaced track suitable for vehicles (as of July 2025) up to Coll del Forn. After that, driving carefully, you’ll reach the car park without any trouble. It’s clear that a very low-slung car risks scraping the ground.
⚠️ Works at the Cortalets refuge in 2026, 2027 and 2028. Renovation of the Cortalets refuge; Cortalets refuge closed for works
Walks near Refuge Mas Malet
From Cortalets to Mariailles via the Barbet ridges and the Moura hut
Visorando Member 
9.11 mi
+3,209 ft
-4,692 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Taurinya (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Variation of a mountain stage that is part of theGR®®36.This way of connecting the two refuges allows you to avoid the crowds. The path from the Cabane de Moura to Coll del Cavall Mort is quite challenging.Read practical information in case of bad weather.
Refuge des Cortalets - Casteil
Visorando Member 
7.77 mi
+899 ft
-5,292 ft
4h 20
Difficult
Departure from Taurinya (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Third stage of the Three Days at Canigou.
A very pleasant return to the starting point of these three days via old, little-used paths.
This hike is classified as difficult because it involves a 1,650-metre descent, with a steep slope over a little more than two kilometres. Allow at least five hours of walking.
Pic du Canigou - From the Cortalets Refuge to Los Masos
Visorando Member 9.58 mi
+2,595 ft
-6,257 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Taurinya (Pyrénées-Orientales)
This is the continuation of the Pic du Canigou - Los Masos hike from the Refuge des Cortalets. It passes through the Crêtes du Barbet, the Portella de Vallmanya, the Brèche Durier, the Pic del Canigó, the Refuge des Cortalets and ends at Los Masos.
Pass through the chimney as the yellow markings have been erased - path closed (not recommended).
See practical information below.
Refuge des Cortalets - Refuge de Mariailles via Canigou
Visorando Member 
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.
Pic du Canigou - Los Masos at the Refuge des Cortalets
Visorando Member 4.01 mi
+3,825 ft
-157 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Valmanya (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First stage of this two-day route around Pic du Canigou.
Casteil - Mariailles Refuge
Visorando Member 
4.32 mi
+2,992 ft
-72 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Casteil (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First stage of the Three Days on Canigou.
This climb to the Mariailles Refuge allows you to discover a magnificent water supply channel.
Mariailles refuge - Cortalets refuge
Visorando Member 
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
From the Mariailles refuge to the Conques refuge
Visorando Member 
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 Refuge de Mariailles to the Refuge des Cortalets
Visorando Member 
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.
Mariailles - Cortalets
Visorando Member 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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