This physically demanding three-day circular trek goes around Monte Perdido through Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park. Every day involves more than 1,000 m of ascent and descent, so regular mountain-walking experience and good fitness are essential.

Although the route has no major climbing difficulties, some sections cross rocky, poorly defined terrain. You should already be comfortable on this type of ground. The proposed stages may be modified by the guide according to the group’s level, fatigue, timing and weather. Technical rock-climbing skills are not required.

The main demands are accumulated ascent and descent, especially on the way down, and fatigue over successive days. Wind and low temperatures may add to the challenge. Read the full programme and contact us if you are unsure about your level.

Prepare with endurance exercise and mountain walks using a loaded backpack, the boots and the equipment you will take on the trip. Break in new boots beforehand. Tell us before the activity about any heart condition or other relevant health issue so that the guide can take it into account.

What you need to bring

• Gore-Tex or equivalent waterproof jacket and trousers.
• Hiking trousers, synthetic insulated or down jacket, and fleece.
• Thermal base layer or short-sleeved top, depending on the weather.
• Thin gloves.
• Headtorch.
• Warm hat, sun cap, sunglasses and ski goggles.
• 35–45 litre backpack.
• Sun protection.
• A sleeping bag liner is recommended, although huts have blankets. Bring a towel.
• Food for the outings and 1.5 litres of water.

Footwear

• Mountain boots with ankle support if you have had previous ankle injuries, or reinforced hiking shoes that protect against rocks.

Personal first-aid kit

• Pain relief medication.
• Toothbrush and toothpaste.
• Anti-inflammatory medication.
• Sunscreen.
• Lip protection.

Equipment we can lend you

• A large backpack if you do not have one.

Food and drink

• The hut stay is on a half-board basis, so you only need food for the route: energy bars, chocolate and nuts, or a sandwich or cured meat if you prefer something savoury.
• At least 1.5 litres of water per person is essential.

Included

• Three days with a mountain guide.
• Route planning and preparation.
• Hut booking arrangements.
• Initial assistance insurance.
• Photos of the activity.

Not included

• Half-board overnight stays in huts and in Gavarnie: approximately €93 for federation members and €98 for non-members.
• The guide’s half-board meal expenses.
• Return bus between Nerín and Cuello Gordo for participants and the guide.
• Lunches. A picnic can be ordered at the hut for approximately €23.
• Hut extras, such as showers and additional drinks.
• Costs arising from leaving the activity early.
• Travel to and from the destination.

Day 1: Nerín – Pista de las Cutas – Collado de Añisclo – Pineta hut.

Day 2: Pineta hut – Puerto Nuevo – Hourquette d’Alans – Gavarnie.

Day 3: Gavarnie – Sarradets hut – Roland’s Breach – Casteret ice cave – Góriz – Cuello Gordo – Nerín.