Cortalets Refuge – The Estanyol loop from Refuge des Cortalets

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Cortalets Refuge – The Estanyol loop from Refuge des Cortalets

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Cortalets Refuge – The Estanyol loop from Refuge des Cortalets

09:21

21.9km

1,360m

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 15.4 km for 1.95 km

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761 m

Cortalets Refuge

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Built in 1899, the Cortalets refuge is one of the oldest in the Pyrenees. It is located on the GR 10 and HRP (Haute Route Pyrénéenne) trails at the foot …

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1.19 km

The Estanyol

Highlight • Lake

This small pond is one of the corners of paradise hidden here and there in the mountains. Come closer, sit down and take the time to observe the wildlife and …

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10.5 km

Col de Segalès

Highlight • Mountain Pass

This walking pass forms what we call a saddle. And we understand why by looking at the map, since it is located at the end of an elongated projection of …

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13.5 km

Arago Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Arago cabin is located at an altitude of 2,123 meters on the path which leads to the Canigou peak from the Mariailles refuge. It has 6 beds as well …

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17.1 km

The fireplace

Highlight • Other

17.2 km

Canigou

Highlight • Summit

The Canigou is demanding, but a real challenge and a very beautiful one at that. Pay attention to the weather! The ideal ridge between being in the clouds and too much sun is narrow...

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