Come join Jon, a IFMGA certified guide, on this Carros de Foc ski touring itinerary, a legendary route across 9 mountain huts in the Pyrenees.
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Pyrenees
5 Days
Mar, Apr
Fit
Intermediate
Carros de Foc route is a legendary route that traverses the Aigües Tortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park in Catalonia!
The route was created in 1987, when some of the mountain hut keepers decided to go visit the other keepers around the Park. Nobody knows how the name came up, but it has become one of the most popular routes in the Pyrenees. Therefore, it’s a MUST for ski tourers all over the world. And I offer you to join me on this amazing journey!
Furthermore, this Carros de Foc route travels across a majestic National Park. This wild mountain area has peaks over 3000 m of altitude and almost 200 lakes. And the itinerary is 55-km long with an accumulated elevation gain of 9.200 m.
So we’ll start this route in Arties. Each day we’ll hike from 4 to 8 hours. You’ll find yourself in a paradise of unparalleled beauty reserved for the intrepid skier only! We can adapt this ski touring program to your wishes and suggestions.
So please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have and get ready to enjoy this fabulous Carros de Foc route with your skis on! I promise an unforgettable experience in one of the most beautiful corners of the Pyrenees.
- Guiding fee
- Accommodation included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
We’ll start in Arties. Hike to Refugio Restanca (2010 m). Hike to Refugio Ventosa (2220 m). 4-5 hours.
Possible peaks to ascent: Montardo (2833 m).
Hike to Refugio Estany Llong (1980 m). 6 hours.
Possible peaks to ascent: La Creu de Colomers (2896 m).
Hike to Refugio Colomina (2395 m). And then to Refugio Josep M. Blanc (2350 m). 8 hours.
Possible peaks to ascent: Pic de Mariolo (2856 m) and Pic de la Mainera (2904 m).
Hike to Refugio Amitges (2380 m). 6 hours.
Possible peaks to ascent: Pic Monestero (2877 m).
Hike to Refugio Colomers (2135 m). Then descent to Baños de Tredos. 5-6 hours.
Possible peaks to ascent: Tuc de la Ratera (2863 m) and Tuc de la gran Sendrosa (2703 m).
Accommodation We'll stay in 4 different mountain huts:
Refugio Ventosa
Refugio Estany Llong
Refugio Josep M. Blanc
Refugio Amitges |
More info Group equipment included: - transceiver, probe and shovel - Ice axe and crampons - Harness, 2 safety carabiners and 2 meters tape. Personal equipment recommended:
- Complete ski equipment.
– 40L backpack, with ski stripes. |
Meeting point Pyrenees. |
UIAGM/IFMGA Mountain Guide from Spain
I’m a mountain guide and alpine ski instructor and trainer.
Since many years ago I enjoy transmitting the enthusiasm that I feel for the mountains, in any of the possible mountain disciplines: alpinism, ski, climbing…
I’ve always had a special interest for sports and teaching sports at all levels, from beginners to complex guiding in all kind of mountain terrain.
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