What to see in the Aran Valley?

Difficulty: Medium

Distance: 6.5 km.

Positive elevation gain: +255 mts.

We begin the route following the Cledes path. After crossing the road to France,

We will begin the climb to Bossòst Castle located above the Rock of Casteràs, point

strategic defense of the Aran Valley, also visiting during this ascent, the ruins of

the Chapel of Saint Eulália, located at the entrance to the Bossòst Cave. Once inside the Castle,

We will begin the descent to the town, visiting the Hermitages of Sant Joan Crisòstom during the descent.

i Sant Cerat. We continue our descent towards the Church of Santa Maria, a cultural asset of

of national interest from the 11th - 12th centuries and the best preserved in the valley. From this point and flat,

We will visit the three remaining hermitages; Chapel of the Virgin of Mercy, of San Roc and finally,

and next to the starting point, the San Fabian, thus ending the route.

Two possibilities depending on the level of the group:

- Centenary beech forest in the Torán Valley:

Difficulty: Low

Route: 5 km

Positive elevation: +180 mts.

The Hayedo Centenario is a completely wooded area that is full of the

largest and oldest beech forests in the Val d'Aran, with enormous trees that reach

up to 500 years old. This dream forest located in the Torán Valley, is

perfect for performing the “Forest Bathing” therapy, known as Shinrin-Yoku in

Japan. A practice in which all our senses are immersed in the atmosphere of

forest to relax and enjoy the positive benefits for health and well-being.

- From Les to Bausen on a circular route - New Route 2025

Difficulty: low – medium

Distance: 8.2 km

Positive elevation: +300 mts.

Starting from the Lana bridge, we will begin our climb towards the town of Bausen,

following a historic trail. As we ascend, we will enjoy the charm

from this small town with its stone houses and traditional essence. From Bausen,

We will take the road back to Les along the top of the mountain between beech and

old borders until going down again to the town of Les, passing by the Baron's house and

the Hot Springs.

Two options:

- Llauset Lakes:

Difficulty: medium-high or high.

This excursion takes place through the Aneto Natural Park and offers impressive views.

of the Llauset lakes, surrounded by the highest peaks of the Pyrenees.

We will divide into two groups:

or 1st group: for the more adventurous, there is the possibility of climbing a peak of

2,470 meters and visit Estanyets, some lakes hidden in a corner

lonely.

or 2nd group: will climb more calmly and stop to contemplate the

lakes.

Both groups will meet at the Llauset Refuge, where a menu awaits us.

specially prepared for the group. After lunch, we'll return together to Vielha.

Route:

- Group 1: 6.5 km

- Group 1: 8 km

Positive gradient:

- Group 1: +350mts

- Group 1: +550 mts

- The Empress's Path: New Route 2025

Difficulty: low - medium

Route: 10.3 km

Positive elevation: +260 mts.

Designed especially for repeat people who have already done the one of the

Llauset Lakes. You'll have to talk to Miquel to find out when this will happen.

excursion since attendees must bring a picnic with food since there is no

shelter for a lunch stop.

We will start from the historic Hospice de France, beginning a linear route that will take us to

through ancient mountain paths steeped in history. We will ascend through the

on the way to Puerto de Benasque where we will quickly turn off towards the Camino

of the Empress and we will ascend very gently until we reach the Cirque de la Glére,

a natural glacial cirque surrounded by rugged mountains.

This route was made so that Empress Eugenia de Montijo, wife of Napoleon III,

could visit the Glére glacial cirque and enjoy its impressive waterfalls.

From there, we will begin the descent towards the road, passing by the spectacular

Malaplatte waterfall. Finally, we continue on our way.

to the Joeu meadow, the final point of our route, where the vehicles await us after

a day full of unforgettable landscapes and the magic of the Pyrenees.

TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT

✓ We recommend bringing a picnic on all excursions.

✓ You must wear appropriate footwear, comfortable clothing, a small backpack with food and

drink, raincoat, cap, sunglasses and sunscreen, if possible, with products

natural.

✓ Transfers will be made in private vehicles.

✓ Excursions are subject to change due to unforeseen events, weather conditions and

at the discretion of the guide.

✓ Maximum respect for the natural environment and animals.

Spas, museums, Romanesque architecture, adventure activities, trekking, family outings, lakes, mountain biking routes, 4x4 tours, via ferratas, cultural visits, and more. In our surrounding area, you can enjoy activities related to skiing, snowmobiling, heli-skiing, snow sledding, and snowshoeing. In addition, you can find a wide range of leisure and culinary offerings around the Hotel Aran La Abuela, featuring typical products from the Aran Valley.

This wide range of leisure, nature, and cultural activities makes the Aran Valley an ideal setting for all those who want to visit, including families with children, athletes, nature lovers, food lovers, culture lovers, motorcyclists, cyclists, and more.

Val d'Aran is a natural environment with many kilometres of marked trails, large peaks and glacial lakes that will allow you to enjoy landscapes in the middle of nature.

There is a wide range of activities for families, children, people looking for simple, low-level activities or for nature lovers of a certain level who want to enjoy more technical routes and activities of greater difficulty.

Among the mountain and multi-adventure activities that can be practised, we can mention

SUMMER ACTIVITIES

- Excursions to Romanesque villages

- Visit to the zinc mines

- Mountain biking / BTT

- Hiking / Trekking

- Canyoning

- Rafting

- Multi-adventure

- Horse riding

- Aerial activities: paragliding, light aircraft

- Photographic safari / Flora and fauna

- Quad biking

- 4x4 routes

- Via ferratas

- Canyoning

- Kayaking

- Hydrospeed

- Canoeing

- Climbing

- Trekking

For families, children and the elderly, there are a multitude of tours and excursions. Some of them can be done with your own vehicle.

Visit the village of Montgarri, visit the Uelhs deth Joeu (source of the Jewish river and waterfall), visit the Saut deth Pish, Aran Park (animal park), the Aran Valley Adventure Park (ideal for parents and children), walk along the paths and roads that cross the various villages of the Vall d'Aran.

Find out about the specialised agencies in the area.

For visitors looking for a few days of relaxation, the Val d'Aran offers the possibility of immersing themselves in sulphurous waters as the Romans did, in the middle of nature, and benefiting from their mineral-medicinal properties.

You can enjoy these benefits at the Termes de la Baronia thermal baths in the village of Les, at the Arties thermal baths and at the Tredòs thermal baths, located on the banks of the Aiguamoig river, on the edge of the Aigüestortes National Park, which, at 1,740 metres, is the highest thermal spa in Europe.

Cycling will become your great ally if you want to get to know the Aran Valley in depth and enjoy nature. You can enjoy mountain roads and signposted routes, rides along the river or through the valley's villages, or technical descents through the dense forests.

If you love the road, you can access epic mountain passes that have been the scene of great competitions such as the Tour de France or the Tour of Spain.