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Trekking and hiking in the Aran Valley

The Aran Valley is one of the most popular mountain destinations in the Pyrenees, attracting thousands of trekking and hiking enthusiasts every year. Its routes combine spectacular landscapes, high-mountain lakes, forests, mountain refuges, and panoramic views of the Pyrenean peaks.

Dare to discover the best hiking routes in the Aran Valley with Nomad, including family-friendly itineraries and mid- to high-mountain excursions. Explore trails to glacial lakes, as well as routes that will allow you to discover natural landscapes of great ecological value. One of the area’s main attractions is its proximity to the Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park, famous for its more than two hundred lakes and breathtaking alpine scenery. Discover routes that connect mountain refuges or traverse several lakes in a single day, ascents to well-known peaks, multi-day treks, or even cross-country hikes between refuges and along lesser-known trails that allow you to enjoy a more peaceful and authentic experience.

What is the best time to hike in the valley? What is the condition of the trails, what is the elevation gain and difficulty level of the routes?

The Aran Valley offers options for all levels, from easy walks along rivers and through forests to challenging high-mountain treks. This variety makes the destination ideal for both those who want to get started in hiking and mountaineers looking for more technical and adventurous routes.

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WHAT IS CARROS DE FOC?

Carros de Foc is one of the most iconic mountain traverses in the Pyrenees. It takes place within the Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park, connecting the mountain refuges that surround this spectacular natural area.

Its origins date back to the summer of 1987, when the wardens of the park’s mountain huts began visiting each other by walking the entire perimeter in a single day. These informal routes spontaneously gave rise to the name Carros de Foc, an expression that would eventually come to identify one of Europe’s great high-mountain traverses.

Today, Carros de Foc is a unique experience that allows you to discover stunning landscapes of glacial lakes, peaks, forests, and valleys, linking mountain refuges over several stages. It’s an essential route for those who want to experience the essence of the Pyrenees and enjoy the mountains in their purest form.

DURATION 6 days (6 stages/5 nights)

Would you like to change the number of days? Contact us and we’ll prepare a customized route for you.

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PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

High. This route is suitable for people who exercise regularly or are accustomed to full-day hikes with significant elevation changes. Prior experience with multi-day hikes is recommended.

DATES

  • 30 junio al 5 julio de 2026
  • August 8-13, 2026
  • August 16 to August 21, 2026

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY

The route runs through high mountain terrain: trails, uneven terrain, scree slopes and boulder fields.

During the route we pass through some mountain passes at over 2,700m altitude and occasionally it may be necessary to use our hands to progress with greater confidence and safety in some specific points.

DISTANCE 65 Km

ELEVATION DIFFERENCE +4,600m / -4,600m

WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES

  • Planning and preparing the route and monitoring weather and terrain conditions before and during its execution.
  • Registration management and pre-route advice.
  • The guided route (mountain guide with international UIMLA qualification).
  • Accident insurance for activities carried out in the natural environment.
  • Accommodation in the shelters is on a half board basis (accommodation, dinner and breakfast).

WHAT THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Picnics.
  • Extra expenses in the shelters (use of showers, extra drinks, etc.).
  • The Carros de Foc Pass (includes: access card, official route t-shirt and surprise gift). €40.
  • Expenses incurred due to abandoning the route for any reason and expenses incurred due to changes in the route for safety reasons (transfers, changes in shelters…).
  • The transfer to the meeting point and/or taxi to the start of the route.

TOTAL PRICE

  • Group of 2 people: €1,228/person
  • Group of 3-4 people: €1,006/person
  • Group of 5-6 people: €874/person
  • Group of 7-10 people: €810/person
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Group of 2 people
Price per person:
€1228

Group of 3-4 People
Price per person:
€1006

Group of 5-6 people
Price per person:
€874

Group of 7-10 people
Price per person:
€810

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The Aran Valley offers some of the most spectacular hiking trails in the Pyrenees, perfect for enjoying in a day. Among the highlights are the ascent of Montcorbison, an excellent viewpoint overlooking the valley; the route to the Colomèrs Lakes, which allows you to discover one of the largest glacial lake systems in the mountain range; and the climb to Tuc de Montardo, a panoramic summit with exceptional views.

Also noteworthy are itineraries such as the path to Saut deth Pish, one of the most emblematic waterfalls in the region, the excursion to the Uelhs deth Joèu and the Plan dera Artiga de Lin, where one of the most surprising karst phenomena of the Pyrenees originates, and the ascent to the Tuc de Barlonguèra, a solitary mountain with magnificent views over the Aranese and French slopes.

These routes combine high mountain landscapes, forests, glacial lakes and wide panoramas, offering an excellent sample of the natural and scenic richness of the Aran Valley.

Are you ready to experience it with us? We’ll guide you so your only concern is going out into the mountains, hiking, observing, and enjoying a unique experience.

Price per person:

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Pass’Aran CROSS-BORDER CROSSING BETWEEN THE ARAN VALLEY AND THE ARIÈGE

The Pass’Aran is a spectacular circular high-mountain route that connects the Aran Valley with the French side of the Couserans mountain range in Ariège, crossing the Pyrenees. This cross-border route traverses five mountain passes above 2,400 meters and offers the opportunity to summit majestic peaks such as Maubèrme (2,880 m), Barlonguèra (2,802 m), Monte Valier (2,838 m), and Crabèra (2,838 m). During the trek—which we will complete in five stages with overnight stays in staffed mountain huts—we will discover the area’s typical architecture, with old farmhouses and stone walls that tell stories of bygone eras, and immerse ourselves in landscapes of great beauty, including alpine meadows, glacial lakes, and lush Atlantic forests. In the valleys and mountains of the Pass’Aran, once inhabited by shepherds, miners, and smugglers, you won’t find any roads, forest tracks, or busy paths: only pure, wild mountain terrain. With a demanding itinerary and significant elevation gain, this route is only recommended for people in good physical condition with prior experience in hiking.

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DURATION 6 days (6 stages/5 nights)

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

High. This route is suitable for people who exercise frequently or are used to all-day hikes with significant elevation changes. Prior experience with multi-day hikes is recommended.

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY

The route runs through high mountain terrain: trails, uneven terrain, scree slopes and boulder fields.

During the route we pass through some mountain passes at over 2,400m altitude and occasionally it may be necessary to use our hands to progress with greater confidence and safety in some specific points.

TOTAL DISTANCE 65 Km

TOTAL DIFFERENCE +5,210m / -5,210m

DATES

  • 3rd week of July
  • September 8-13

Group of 2-7 people maximum

PRICE

  • Group of 2 people: €1,067/person
  • Group of 3-4 people: €856/person
  • Group of 5-6 people: €732/person
  • Group of 7 people: €673/person

WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES

  • Planning and preparing the route and monitoring weather and terrain conditions before and during its execution.
  • Registration management and pre-route advice.
  • The guided route (mountain guide with international UIMLA qualification).
  • Accident insurance for activities carried out in the natural environment.
  • Accommodation in the shelters is on a half board basis (accommodation, dinner and breakfast).

WHAT THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Picnics.
  • Extra expenses in the shelters (use of showers, extra drinks, etc.).
  • Expenses incurred due to abandoning the route for any reason and expenses incurred due to changes in the route for safety reasons (transfers, changes in shelters…).
  • The journey to the meeting point.

  • The Pass’Aran pass (includes: access card, official Pass’Aran t-shirt and surprise gift). €25

Group of 2 people
Price per person:
€1,067

Group size: 3-4 people
Price per person:
€856

Group of 5-6 people
Price per person:
€732

Group of 7 people
Price per person:
€673

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MULLERES TOUR CROSSES BETWEEN CATALONIA AND ARAGON WITH ASCENT TO A TRES THOUSAND

A route along the border between Catalonia and Aragon, a privileged viewpoint overlooking the northern slopes of Aneto. The route of the young and demanding, yet already popular, Molières Marathon, adapted into a 3-stage trek. Enjoy it with your group outside of race day, accompanied by a professional guide and photographer. We’ll depart from Vielha and pass through one of the most unique spots in the Aran Valley, Els Uelhs deth Joeu, before reaching our first refuge. The route will become increasingly alpine as we ascend to the valley’s highest point before arriving at the second refuge where we’ll stay. On the third and final day, we’ll follow old border paths and return to Vielha via the route taken by our ancestors before the tunnel was built.

A unique and explosive route that will leave you speechless.

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DURATION 3 days (3 stages/2 nights)

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

High. This route is suitable for people who exercise frequently or are used to all-day hikes with significant elevation changes. Prior experience with multi-day hikes is recommended.

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY

The route runs through high mountain terrain: trails, uneven terrain, scree slopes and boulder fields.

During the route we pass through some mountain passes at over 2,400m altitude and occasionally it may be necessary to use our hands to progress with greater confidence and safety in some specific points.

TOTAL DISTANCE 47 Km

TOTAL ELEVATION DIFFERENCE +3,800m / -3,800m

DATES

  • July 31 – August 2, 2026
Group of 2-8 people maximum

PRICE

  • Group of 2 people: €524/person
  • Group of 3-4 people: €420/person
  • Group of 5-6 people: €360/person
  • Group of 7-8 people: €351/person
CONTACT

WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES

  • Planning and preparing the route and monitoring weather and terrain conditions before and during its execution.
  • Registration management and pre-route advice.
  • The guided route (mountain guide with international UIMLA qualification).
  • Accident insurance for activities carried out in the natural environment.
  • Accommodation in the shelters is on a half board basis (accommodation, dinner and breakfast).

WHAT THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Picnics.
  • Extra expenses in the shelters (use of showers, extra drinks, etc.).
  • Expenses incurred due to abandoning the route for any reason and expenses incurred due to changes in the route for safety reasons (transfers, changes in shelters…).
  • The journey to the meeting point.

Group of 2 people
Price per person:
€524

Group of 3-4 people
Price per person:
€420

Group of 5-6 people
Price per person:
€360

Group of 7-8 people
Price per person:
€351

CONTACT

WHAT IS CARROS DE FOC?

Carros de Foc is one of the most iconic mountain traverses in the Pyrenees. It takes place within the Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park, connecting the mountain refuges that surround this spectacular natural area.

Its origins date back to the summer of 1987, when the wardens of the park’s mountain huts began visiting each other by walking the entire perimeter in a single day. These informal routes spontaneously gave rise to the name Carros de Foc, an expression that would eventually come to identify one of Europe’s great high-mountain traverses.

Today, Carros de Foc is a unique experience that allows you to discover stunning landscapes of glacial lakes, peaks, forests, and valleys, linking mountain refuges over several stages. It’s an essential route for those who want to experience the essence of the Pyrenees and enjoy the mountains in their purest form.

DURATION 6 days (6 stages/5 nights)

Would you like to change the number of days? Contact us and we’ll prepare a customized route for you.

CONTACT

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

High. This route is suitable for people who exercise regularly or are accustomed to full-day hikes with significant elevation changes. Prior experience with multi-day hikes is recommended.

DATES

  • 30 junio al 5 julio de 2026
  • August 8-13, 2026
  • August 16 to August 21, 2026

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY

The route runs through high mountain terrain: trails, uneven terrain, scree slopes and boulder fields.

During the route we pass through some mountain passes at over 2,700m altitude and occasionally it may be necessary to use our hands to progress with greater confidence and safety in some specific points.

DISTANCE 65 Km

ELEVATION DIFFERENCE +4,600m / -4,600m

WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES

  • Planning and preparing the route and monitoring weather and terrain conditions before and during its execution.
  • Registration management and pre-route advice.
  • The guided route (mountain guide with international UIMLA qualification).
  • Accident insurance for activities carried out in the natural environment.
  • Accommodation in the shelters is on a half board basis (accommodation, dinner and breakfast).

WHAT THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Picnics.
  • Extra expenses in the shelters (use of showers, extra drinks, etc.).
  • The Carros de Foc Pass (includes: access card, official route t-shirt and surprise gift). €40.
  • Expenses incurred due to abandoning the route for any reason and expenses incurred due to changes in the route for safety reasons (transfers, changes in shelters…).
  • The transfer to the meeting point and/or taxi to the start of the route.

TOTAL PRICE

  • Group of 2 people: €1,228/person
  • Group of 3-4 people: €1,006/person
  • Group of 5-6 people: €874/person
  • Group of 7-10 people: €810/person
CONTACT

Group of 2 people
Price per person:
€1228

Group of 3-4 People
Price per person:
€1006

Group of 5-6 people
Price per person:
€874

Group of 7-10 people
Price per person:
€810

CONTACT

The Aran Valley offers some of the most spectacular hiking trails in the Pyrenees, perfect for enjoying in a day. Among the highlights are the ascent of Montcorbison, an excellent viewpoint overlooking the valley; the route to the Colomèrs Lakes, which allows you to discover one of the largest glacial lake systems in the mountain range; and the climb to Tuc de Montardo, a panoramic summit with exceptional views.

Also noteworthy are itineraries such as the path to Saut deth Pish, one of the most emblematic waterfalls in the region, the excursion to the Uelhs deth Joèu and the Plan dera Artiga de Lin, where one of the most surprising karst phenomena of the Pyrenees originates, and the ascent to the Tuc de Barlonguèra, a solitary mountain with magnificent views over the Aranese and French slopes.

These routes combine high mountain landscapes, forests, glacial lakes and wide panoramas, offering an excellent sample of the natural and scenic richness of the Aran Valley.

Are you ready to experience it with us? We’ll guide you so your only concern is going out into the mountains, hiking, observing, and enjoying a unique experience.

Price per person:

CONTACT

Pass’Aran CROSS-BORDER CROSSING BETWEEN THE ARAN VALLEY AND THE ARIÈGE

The Pass’Aran is a spectacular circular high-mountain route that connects the Aran Valley with the French side of the Couserans mountain range in Ariège, crossing the Pyrenees. This cross-border route traverses five mountain passes above 2,400 meters and offers the opportunity to summit majestic peaks such as Maubèrme (2,880 m), Barlonguèra (2,802 m), Monte Valier (2,838 m), and Crabèra (2,838 m). During the trek—which we will complete in five stages with overnight stays in staffed mountain huts—we will discover the area’s typical architecture, with old farmhouses and stone walls that tell stories of bygone eras, and immerse ourselves in landscapes of great beauty, including alpine meadows, glacial lakes, and lush Atlantic forests. In the valleys and mountains of the Pass’Aran, once inhabited by shepherds, miners, and smugglers, you won’t find any roads, forest tracks, or busy paths: only pure, wild mountain terrain. With a demanding itinerary and significant elevation gain, this route is only recommended for people in good physical condition with prior experience in hiking.

CONTACT

DURATION 6 days (6 stages/5 nights)

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

High. This route is suitable for people who exercise frequently or are used to all-day hikes with significant elevation changes. Prior experience with multi-day hikes is recommended.

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY

The route runs through high mountain terrain: trails, uneven terrain, scree slopes and boulder fields.

During the route we pass through some mountain passes at over 2,400m altitude and occasionally it may be necessary to use our hands to progress with greater confidence and safety in some specific points.

TOTAL DISTANCE 65 Km

TOTAL DIFFERENCE +5,210m / -5,210m

DATES

  • 3rd week of July
  • September 8-13

Group of 2-7 people maximum

PRICE

  • Group of 2 people: €1,067/person
  • Group of 3-4 people: €856/person
  • Group of 5-6 people: €732/person
  • Group of 7 people: €673/person

WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES

  • Planning and preparing the route and monitoring weather and terrain conditions before and during its execution.
  • Registration management and pre-route advice.
  • The guided route (mountain guide with international UIMLA qualification).
  • Accident insurance for activities carried out in the natural environment.
  • Accommodation in the shelters is on a half board basis (accommodation, dinner and breakfast).

WHAT THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Picnics.
  • Extra expenses in the shelters (use of showers, extra drinks, etc.).
  • Expenses incurred due to abandoning the route for any reason and expenses incurred due to changes in the route for safety reasons (transfers, changes in shelters…).
  • The journey to the meeting point.

  • The Pass’Aran pass (includes: access card, official Pass’Aran t-shirt and surprise gift). €25

Group of 2 people

Price per person:
€1.067

Group of 3-4 people

Price per person:
€856

Group of 5-6 people

Price per person:
€732

Group of 7 people

Price per person:
€673

CONTACT

MULLERES TOUR CROSSES BETWEEN CATALONIA AND ARAGON WITH ASCENT TO A TRES THOUSAND

A route along the border between Catalonia and Aragon, a privileged viewpoint overlooking the northern slopes of Aneto. The route of the young and demanding, yet already popular, Molières Marathon, adapted into a 3-stage trek. Enjoy it with your group outside of race day, accompanied by a professional guide and photographer. We’ll depart from Vielha and pass through one of the most unique spots in the Aran Valley, Els Uelhs deth Joeu, before reaching our first refuge. The route will become increasingly alpine as we ascend to the valley’s highest point before arriving at the second refuge where we’ll stay. On the third and final day, we’ll follow old border paths and return to Vielha via the route taken by our ancestors before the tunnel was built.

A unique and explosive route that will leave you speechless.

CONTACT

DURATION 3 days (3 stages/2 nights)

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY

High. This route is suitable for people who exercise frequently or are used to all-day hikes with significant elevation changes. Prior experience with multi-day hikes is recommended.

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY

The route runs through high mountain terrain: trails, uneven terrain, scree slopes and boulder fields.

During the route we pass through some mountain passes at over 2,400m altitude and occasionally it may be necessary to use our hands to progress with greater confidence and safety in some specific points.

TOTAL DISTANCE 47 Km

TOTAL ELEVATION DIFFERENCE +3,800m / -3,800m

DATES

  • July 31 – August 2, 2026
Group of 2-8 people maximum

PRICE

  • Group of 2 people: €524/person
  • Group of 3-4 people: €420/person
  • Group of 5-6 people: €360/person
  • Group of 7-8 people: €351/person
CONTACT

WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES

  • Planning and preparing the route and monitoring weather and terrain conditions before and during its execution.
  • Registration management and pre-route advice.
  • The guided route (mountain guide with international UIMLA qualification).
  • Accident insurance for activities carried out in the natural environment.
  • Accommodation in the shelters is on a half board basis (accommodation, dinner and breakfast).

WHAT THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Picnics.
  • Extra expenses in the shelters (use of showers, extra drinks, etc.).
  • Expenses incurred due to abandoning the route for any reason and expenses incurred due to changes in the route for safety reasons (transfers, changes in shelters…).
  • The journey to the meeting point.

Group of 2 people

Price per person:
€524

Group of 3-4 people

Price per person:
€420

Group of 5-6 people

Price per person:
€360

Group of 5-6 people

Price per person:
€351

CONTACT