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After the very strenuous climb on the Spanish side to Port des Cabús, which leads over long stretches of gravel, this descent is a welcome and rapid descent. For many kilometers, you roll swiftly downhill, passing spectacular views. After the peace and solitude of the port, the signs of urban life gradually come to the fore, until you finally arrive in the hustle and bustle of Andorra's capital.

Tor is one of the highest villages in the Pyrenees, right on the border with Andorra. It is a small town in the Catalan Pyrenees administratively belonging to the municipality of Alins, in the Pallars Sobirá region. This village borders Andorra. The village is at an altitude of 1,649 meters and is surrounded by two ravines. On the peak north of the village, known as Roc de Sant Pere, are the ruins of a medieval castle, Força de Tor, and nearby are the remains of a Romanesque church. The village is not very well connected. On the Spanish side, there is a paved road that leads to a small bridge, after which there is a private dirt road that runs for a distance of one and a half kilometers to reach the village. To the east, another dirt road leads to Andorra, which forks before reaching the Principality. In winter, these roads become covered with snow, making vehicle traffic difficult. Due to its strategic position on the passes to Andorra through the Pyrenees, ownership of Tor Mountain has been a source of conflict, initially over timber exploitation and later over real estate interests, in addition to the smuggling routes that passed through to Andorra. These conflicts are part of Tor's dark history and one of its most tragic events.

The Cabús Pass is a mountain pass that crosses the Pyrenees at 2,302 m above sea level. It is located on the border between Andorra and Spain, between the parish of La Massana and the municipality of Alins. Only the Andorran side is paved. From Alins, in the High Pyrenees, the climb is impressive and involves paths and trails that are not always in good condition.

Very cozy shelter and very good lunch

The Basseta refuge is located at an altitude of 1,720 metres, on the esplanade of the same name. It has a capacity of 79 places, distributed in rooms with four to six people and the rest in a general dormitory. It also has a fireplace, showers, food service, a living room and a bar.

A forgotten place. Worth seeing.

A forgotten place. Worth seeing.

Up to the gate, the road is easy to drive but narrow and has a steady incline. It gets tight when cars want to overtake. About 2km before the gate, the road turns into a gravel track. The journey is worth it.