Capçaleres del Ter i del Freser Natural Park

Nice village on the Vallter valley

It stands as the highest (2909.8m) and westernmost of the peaks that make up the so-called Gran Olla, which surrounds the Vall de Núria. It is a wide and rounded peak, and its ascent is easy if the weather conditions are not very adverse. At its summit there is a wrought iron cross. Classic route: From the sanctuary, we will start a simple path in a westward direction through the Sant Gil forest, from where we will follow the course of the torrent entering the coma of l'Embut and finally reaching a rain gauge. From here the path becomes rockier, with a steeper slope, and we must overcome a difficult scree

The site has wide views of the Serra de Montgrony and the Rigard valley, as well as the Corral Blanc refuge, parking, a picnic area and viewpoints. Several walking routes begin here, including an ascent towards Puigmal. In winter, confirm that the access track is open and passable before starting the route.

It is a mountain pass located just above 2,000 m of altitude in the municipality of Queralbs. You can access it through a forest track. This is where we can find one of the classic ascents to Puigmal and one of the access foot trails to Núria.

is a 2,585-metre-high (8,481 ft) mountain located in the eastern region of the Pyrenees. It separates the valleys of Ribes de Freser and Camprodon. This mountain lies relatively close to Vall de Núria. There is a film about a big survival drama that happend in year 2000: see: Balandrau, Where the Fierce Wind Blew

is a 2,581-meter mountain located in the Catllar mountain range, which separates the Ribes and Camprodon valleys, between the municipalities of Queralbs and Vilallonga de Ter in Ripollès. It is located north of Balandrau, separated by the Tres Pics pass. One of the possible routes starts from the Coma de Vaca Refuge, and another usual route comes from the track that goes up from Tregurà de Dalt.

is a mountain peak at the easternmost side of the Pyrenees mountain range. It is located on the Spanish-French border, within the confluence of the Spanish municipalities of Setcases and Queralbs and the French commune of Fontpédrouse. It has an altitude of 2,881 metres (9,452 ft) above sea level.

is a mountain located in the Pyrenees, it has an elevation of 2,702 metres (8,865 ft) above sea level

is a mountain in North Catalonia (France). Located in the Pyrenees, it has an elevation of 2,859 metres above sea level, close to the France-Spain frontier, near the head of the Freser valley

is a mountain located in the Pyrenees, it has an altitude of 2,714 metres (8,904 ft) above sea level

is a pass located at 2,530 m, between the Bastiments peak and the Gra de Fajol, and which separates the Ter and Freser valleys at the source of both rivers. It is located within the Ter and Freser Headwaters Natural Park. It is also a key crossing point for the crossing between the Ulldeter cirque and the upper Freser valley towards Núria and Coma de Vaca. From the Ulldeter refuge you can climb to the pass on foot in 45 minutes.

This mountain pass, at just above 1,930 metres, stands on the boundary between Pardines and Vilallonga de Ter. It marks the transition from black-pine woodland to open grazing land and is a good place to watch birds of prey. It also serves as a starting point for walks to Puig Cerverís and Balandrau. A vehicle can reach it via the Ribesaltes–Tregurà forest track.

is a high mountain pass in the eastern foothills of the Canigó Massif, on the border between the commune of Mentet in Conflent, Northern Catalonia, and the municipality of Setcases in Ripollès, Catalonia, Spain. It has an elevation of 2,412 metres above sea level.

It is an ancient glacial cirque, whose basin is located at 2,245 meters above sea level and the approximate diameter of the cirque is one kilometer. At the bottom of the cirque are the Concròs ponds.

It is a 2,465 m massif. It is located on the line of ridges that comes from the Roca Colom peak through the Coll del Pal (2,374 m) and separates the valleys of the Tec (Vallespir) and the Ter (Ripollès).

is a mountain pass in the Pyrenees that connects the counties of Ripollès and Vallespir, between the municipal districts of Molló and the communal districts of Prats de Molló and la Presta. It serves as a cross-border crossing, while separating the Ter and Tec valleys. There used to be a customs house at this point (now it is a wide esplanade from which there are magnificent views over the two aforementioned valleys). Pirinexus route uses this pass.

A waterfall about 30 metres high drops into the Freser River. The surrounding rock formations provide a good example of the area’s metamorphic geology, including marble and sandstone. From here, the trail follows the river upstream to Coma de Vaca, home to a staffed mountain refuge.

is a striking karst feature where a stream disappears into a network of fissures and underground passages, then emerges again beyond the mountain. The contrasting local geology explains the effect: the pale marble contains water-soluble limestone, while the darker schist does not dissolve.

Following the reference point that leaves Setcases and goes up the Carboneres stream, we find the gorges of Cossi de Batlló. Following the Setcases track to Espinavell, we can see the black pine forests of Baga de Carboners. Further on, the Baidana viewpoint, with spectacular panoramic views of Pastuira and Serrat del Dob.

Distance: 4.7 km, Estimated time: 1h 30min, Cumulative elevation gain: +148 m, Difficulty (SENDIF method): Easy

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1.6 km, Estimated time: 1h 30min, Cumulative elevation gain: +152 m. Origin: Work began in 1914, following a Franciscan congress, to connect the hermitages and the sanctuary. Construction: The foundation stone was laid in 1915 (by Bishop Benlloch), and construction continued until 1963, funded by donations from the devout. Style: It is notable for its monumental character, featuring Stations of the Cross that display a wide and surprising variety of sculptural styles integrated into the mountainside. Route: It offers incredible views of Lake Núria, the Pla de Sant Gil, and the surrounding valley. It is a short, accessible excursion that is ideal for families.

Distance: 4.5 km, Estimated time: 1h 25min, Cumulative elevation gain: +345 m, Difficulty (SENDIF method): Moderate

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