The Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici National Park is one of the 14 parks in the country. It's the only one you can visit in Catalonia.
It is one of the Quaternary glaciers that repeatedly covered Europe. It manifests itself on the peaks, creating cirques, hanging valleys, and ponds, one of the park's most unique features.
It is located in the northwest corner of Catalonia, in the province of Lleida, in the heart of the Pyrenean mountain range. It covers part of the regions of Alta Ribagorça, Pallars Sobirà, Val d'Aran and Pallars Jussà.
In this place, the liquid can be found in different manifestations: lakes, rivers, waterfalls, etc.
In 2018, it was visited by half a million people , and its appeal is such that it's almost a must-see. Therefore, we're leaving you with five routes to help you make the most of your visit.
Five routes in the National Park
Five marked trails where you can observe characteristic plant species such as the black pine, the Fleur-de-lis, and the multicolored fir:
Ribera de Sant Nicolau Route This is one of the most popular routes in the Park. In about three hours, you'll pass by attractive sites such as the Sant Esperit waterfall, the Llebreta lake, and the Planell d'Aigüestortes.
- Marmot Route: Chosen primarily by mountaineers, this route offers the park's main peaks above 3,000 meters. In an average of two and a half hours, you'll explore the Cavallers Reservoir, Riumalo Waterfall, and Estany Negre.
- Route to Las Agulles d'Amitges Three hours of ascent to finally reach Estany d'Amitges. Along the way you will be able to see the Estany de Sant Maurici, the Waterfall and the Estany de Ratera.
- The Colomers Circ Route: A route that begins in Banhs de Tredòs and ends at Lac de Colomers. This route is only suitable for those with a good level of fitness, as the estimated time is six and a half hours.
- The Vall Fosca Lakes Route: A two-and-a-half-hour climb with a vertical drop of 580 meters. You'll need to use the cable car to connect the section between the Sallente reservoir and Gento Lake.
In short, the National Park offers unparalleled views. If you stay at the Hotel Les Brases, you can enjoy an extraordinary adventure in less than an hour by car. Don't forget your camera to capture the moment!