Route · 15 days · 14 nights
Ruta Pirineos
Glacial lakes, epic waterfalls and the French Pyrenees on a route you won't forget.
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LAC D'OÔ (France)
- Parking
- Prat car park, about 10 minutes from the start of the route
- Who it suits
- Moderate, with a steady climb of roughly 1 hour
- Best time
- Spring or autumn to avoid the summer crowds and enjoy cooler temperatures
- 2
IBÓN DE PLAN (Huesca)
- Parking
- Parking in Plan, where the route begins by 4x4 or on foot
- Who it suits
- Moderate if you go on foot (about 8 km)
- Best time
- Summer and early autumn, when the path is most accessible
- 3
ORDESA ZIP LINE
- Parking
- Broto car park, from where the activity is organised
- Who it suits
- No difficulty to access
- Best time
- Summer, when it's running and the weather is perfect
- 4
COLA DE CABALLO
- Parking
- In high season, access only by paid public bus
- Who it suits
- Moderate, a 17 km round trip
- Best time
- Spring, when the water is at its fullest
- 5
OROS BAJO WATERFALL
- Parking
- Parking in the village of Oros Bajo, a few minutes' walk
- Who it suits
- Easy, short and simple access
- Best time
- During or just after the rainy season
- 6
IBÓN DE PIEDRAFITA
- Parking
- Parking in Piedrafita de Jaca
- Who it suits
- Easy to moderate, a walk of about 5 km
- Best time
- Spring and autumn, when the lake shows spectacular colours
- 7
LE PETIT TRAIN D'ARTOUSTE (France)
- Parking
- Artouste-Fabrèges car park
- Who it suits
- Easy; the train route requires no walking
- Best time
- Summer, when the train is running
- 8
LAC DU MONTAGNON (France)
- Parking
- Parking in the village of Aydius
- Who it suits
- Difficult, a steep walk of around 4 hours (one way)
- Best time
- Late spring or early autumn
Start in Jaca, with its Citadel and medieval old town, and get ready for Broto and Torla, two villages at the gateway to the Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park. Here you can park close to nature and dive into hiking routes that lead to impressive waterfalls and viewpoints.
In the Tena Valley you'll find options for adventurers and for those seeking relaxation. Panticosa, famous for its thermal waters, is perfect for resting in nature. Sallent de Gállego is a gem for outdoor activities.
The Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park is the highlight of this route. The trail to the Cola de Caballo, passing through the Ordesa Canyon, is a must. As it's a popular destination, choose quieter times and campsites on the outskirts.
Cross the border and immerse yourself in the French Pyrenees: Bagnères-de-Luchon for the thermal baths and Gavarnie for the impressive glacial cirque with its waterfalls. The campsites in this region are well equipped for motorhome travellers.
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