Pyrenees Snowshoe Expedition (EDCEP)
Duration:
8 days (may vary)
Areas: France, Spain
Tour types: Winter Adventures
Description
A tougher version of our popular Pyrenees Winter Walk and Snowshoe. From La Feniere, our base near Luchon, we will take two warm-up walks in the surrounding mountains, returning each night to the warmth of a log fire. We then head out on a remote three-day hut-based expedition in the heart of the Aigues Tortes National Park, a short distance over the Spanish border. Staying in simple but hospitable manned mountain huts, we will trek among spectacular peaks and valleys, in deep unbroken snow. Here we'll enjoy some superb snowshoeing, climbing to passes and crossing frozen lakes. This is adventurous snowshoeing at its best.
Itinerary options
Tour only
Flight inclusive
Tour itinerary
Day 1
Start Luchon
Day 2-3
Local walks and snowshoe familiarisation.
Day 4
First day of snowshoe expedition. Drive to Spain and hike through the Aigua Motx Valley to the Colomers Refuge.
Day 5
Exploration of the wild Colomers region; overnight in the Colomers or the Ventosa Refuge.
Day 6
Further snowshoe exploration in morning, return to bus and La Feniere.
Day 7
Free day for relaxation or optional activities.
Day 8
End Luchon.
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Accommodation
La Feniere & mountain huts\r
Mountain Lodge\r
Our private lodge 'La Feniere' is a lovely converted stone barn, situated in the Vallee du Lys, close to the highest peaks which form the border with Spain. The comfortable lounge/dining room is equipped with a wood burning stove and a small bar. There are 5 simple twin rooms with basins; bathroom and shower facilities are shared. Food is prepared by our own chalet staff. During our 3 day expedition we spend two nights in manned mountain huts which have simple dormitory accommodation. Washing and bathroom facilities are basic.
Activities
Mountains
Winter Wilderness
Snowshoeing
Tigers
Food
All breakfasts, 5 picnic lunches and 6 dinners.
Group Size
Min 2, max 10. Min. age 18 yrs.
General Information
An exciting 5 days of snowshoeing involving 3 days light backpacking. Some mountain walking experience is essential. Grade: C.
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