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Argelès-Gazost

Gavarnie-Gèdre

Espuguettes Refuge – Piméné loop from Gavarnie

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Argelès-Gazost

Gavarnie-Gèdre

Espuguettes Refuge – Piméné loop from Gavarnie

Hard

9

hikers

Espuguettes Refuge – Piméné loop from Gavarnie

08:36

17.4km

1,350m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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After 7 m for 276 m

Deliveries only

After 17.1 km for 276 m

Deliveries only

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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490 m

Distant view of the waterfall in the Cirque de Gavarnie

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In the middle of the Cirque de Gavarnie we find the great waterfall, which with its 423 meter drop is considered the highest in Europe.

Enjoy it because it is something unique.

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932 m

La Bergerie Campsite

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This small family campsite, as they call it on their site, is on Chemin du Cirque. And just like at the theatre, you can enjoy the Gavarnie show from your …

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979 m

Gavarnie River

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Only after taking a closer look at the position could I now remember that I had my tent here for 2 nights in 1983. From here I am on the …

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4

2.22 km

Waterfall and Scenic Trail to Plateau de Pailla

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This section is a steep but incredibly beautiful path.

It has a very alpine descent that ends between vegetation in a forest.

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4.35 km

Espuguettes Refuge

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The Espuguettes refuge offers a panoramic stopover for hikers on the HRP (high Pyrenees road).

It has 54 dormitory places, as well as a bivouac area. You can also eat …

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8.65 km

Piméné

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The way to the summit is not necessarily beautiful, but the unique views during the ascent and a fantastic 360 degree panoramic view on the summit are worth the effort. …

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16.8 km

Start of the Gavarnie Cirque Hike

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This point is the starting point of the hike to the beautiful and imposing Cirque de Gavarnie.

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16.8 km

View of the Cirque de Gavarnie from Gavarnie

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B

17.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.1 km

1.62 km

932 m

517 m

238 m

Surfaces

7.93 km

3.64 km

2.97 km

1.51 km

748 m

616 m

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Thursday 9 July

23°C

13°C

47 %

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