Options for "4 Days of Snowshoeing in Aragón Valley and Tena Valley"

"4 Days of Snowshoeing in Aragón Valley and Tena Valley"

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Aragón and Tena valleys

Options for "4 Days of Snowshoeing in Aragón Valley and Tena Valley"

Four-day snowshoeing trip in the Aragón and Tena valleys

This four-day programme combines an initial outing in Somport forest with mountain days in the Aragón and Tena valleys. Proposals include the Col des Moines and Pic d’Astú traverse, the Arroyetas and Espelunciecha area and the route to Estanés lake from Sansanet. It is a selection of itineraries for discovering different winter landscapes, with Jaca as the meeting point.

Preparation and level

Regular mountain activity or good physical fitness is required. The advertised level is moderate. Sections requiring crampons and an ice axe are completed under the guide’s supervision. Describe your experience and preparation so the route can be assessed.

Personal equipment

Bring mountain clothing for cold, wind and snow, gloves and a spare pair, warm hat, sunglasses and sun protection. Prepare your backpack, water and food according to the equipment list. Confirm footwear and technical equipment before the outing.

Services and arrangements

The proposed season is 1 December–April, for a group of 2–8 people. Discuss dates and availability before booking.

Includes prior advice, mountain guidance, accident insurance, snowshoes, poles, helmet and listed shared equipment. Meals, dinners and transfers to activities are excluded. Review the remaining personal equipment and discuss any accommodation needs before booking.

Frequently asked questions

Is the planned route always maintained?

The guide can change it according to terrain, weather, snow and the group.

Where do we meet?

Confirm the PirineoSur office in Jaca or the agreed meeting point and time before attending.

How do I prepare a booking?

Provide dates, group size, experience and equipment needs to discuss the outing.

A stay with varied winter walks

The outings explore winter scenery in the upper Tena and Canfranc areas. Ask how the snowshoeing days can be complemented by cultural visits in Jaca; this possibility does not replace the walking programme or extend the listed included services.

Contact PirineoSur about your snowshoe outing.

Requirements
Included and not included
Equipment
Programme

Requirements

You should be accustomed to regular mountain outings or have a good level of fitness. The few sections requiring crampons and an ice axe are completed under the guide’s supervision.

Included

Technical advice before the activity.
PirineoSur mountain guide.
Accident insurance.
Personal equipment: poles, helmet and snowshoes.
Shared safety equipment.

Not included

Meals during the outings and dinners in Jaca.
Transfers to the activities.
Anything not listed in the included section.
Other personal equipment not expressly listed as included.

What you need to bring

Mountain boots appropriate for the snowshoe route; discuss footwear when booking.
Gore-Tex or equivalent waterproof jacket and trousers.
Hiking trousers and a 200-weight fleece or equivalent.
Thermal base layer.
Gloves and a spare pair.
Warm hat, sun cap, sunglasses and ski goggles.
45–50 litre backpack.
Sun protection.
Food you enjoy for the practical outings and 1.5 litres of water.

Equipment we can lend you

Snowshoes and poles.
Helmet.
Contact us for advice.

Programme

Day 1: Meet at our office in Jaca and travel to Somport Pass for a short walk in Somport forest. Finish around midday, leaving time to explore Jaca. Once settled in, meet to discuss the routes and any remaining questions.

Day 2: Col des Moines – Pic d’Astú (2,277 m) – Col d’Astún. After breakfast, drive to Astún ski resort and climb via Escalar lake to Col des Moines, with views of the Midi d’Ossau. Cross onto the French side, climb Pic d’Astú and descend via Col d’Astún to the vehicles. Distance 10 km; ascent 835 m / descent 790 m; 5–6 hours.

Day 3: Arroyetas (2,557 m) and Punta Espelunciecha (2,399 m). An early start takes us to the Tena Valley. Follow the GR11 through the Culivillas ravine to the Anayet plateau and climb Arroyetas. Enjoy views of Punta Escarra, Peña Telera, the Partacua range, Midi d’Ossau, Picos del Infierno and Anayet. Cross the plateau to Espelunciecha, overlooking Anayet and Canal Roya, then return via the Glera de Anayet. Distance 11 km; ascent 925 m / descent 915 m; 6 hours.

Day 4: Estanés lake. Drive approximately 40 minutes from Jaca to Sansanet car park. Walk through beech and conifer woods via Cantal d’Escurets, join the GR11 and cross Puerto de Estanés to the lake. After time to enjoy the mountain scenery, descend to the vehicles for the journey home. Distance 8.5 km; ascent 560 m / descent 560 m; 4 hours.

The itineraries are indicative and may be changed according to current conditions, with safety taking priority.