A privileged location
If you are determined to visit it in its entirety, you will have to cover some 89,000 hectares. As well as offering undeniable tourist, ecological and environmental attractions, remember that this is an area inhabited by mountain people with a proverbial human quality, attached to traditions and defenders of a way of life that will not leave you indifferent.
Torla, Broto and Ainsa, for example, are spectacular little villages that dot the natural grandeur of their surroundings with their close, everyday, enveloping lives. The tourist character of these towns varies depending on the case, so you can enjoy services of the highest level or avoid them if you prefer to live in the traditional Pyrenean style. Fanlo, Tella-Sin, Puértolas and Bielsa are other highly recommended towns on your journey through the area.
What can we find in Ordesa and Monte Perdido?
As soon as you set foot in Ordea and its surroundings, you will feel part of an incomparable sensory spectacle. You will soon understand why more than 650,000 visitors a year flock to this magnificent natural area in Aragon.
One of the attractions that attracts a multitude of mountain enthusiasts is the presence of prodigious peaks in the popular Ordesa Valley. The Monte Perdido massif crowns it and becomes the epicentre of a unique structure formed by the so-called Tres Sorores or Treserols:
Marboré, 3251 m.
Monte Perdido, 3348 m.
Añisclo, 3257.
If you feel like exploring trails full of emotions, beauty and attractive sensations, these corners of the Pyrenees offer a wide variety of them. From family routes, simple and pleasant, such as the Soaso route, which culminates in the impressive Cola de Caballo, to accessible routes such as the Pradera de Ordesa and high mountain sections, where the most experienced hikers will find difficulties to suit them. This is the case of the route that starts at the Góriz refuge, located at the foot of the three aforementioned three-thousand-metre peaks. Of course, these scenarios are dotted with marvellous viewpoints and walks, such as the Faja de las Flores or the Faja Pelaí. We encourage you to visit them!
Between these mountain giants stretch the valleys of Ordesa, Añisclo, Escuaín and Pineta, between which flow the Arazas, Bellós, Yaga and Cinca rivers. The geological singularity and climate of the area have created a high altitude landscape, whose steep slopes frame human and animal life amidst dazzling contrasts.
This confluence of four valleys and a central mountain massif is the incomparable habitat of admirable animal species, some of which are indigenous and exclusive. The white-coloured ptarmigan, the endemic Pyrenean frog and the imposing bearded vulture, whose imperial appearance never goes unnoticed when it flies overhead, will accompany you on your adventure.
Among the existing emblematic attractions, we also mention the Gap of Roland, considered the gateway to the French Pyrenees National Park, which is located at an altitude of 2,800 metres. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy snow, unique lakes, glaciers, idyllic waterfalls that celebrate life between rocky walls and authentic high-altitude deserts. You can also explore the cosy beech and fir forests that dot this unforgettable area.
In Ordesa you can learn a great deal about nature, including your own. You will reach a state of regenerative and memorable environmental fusion, you will be mentally and physically oxygenated and you will enjoy the gastronomy, care and tourist services that are one hundred percent satisfactory. In return, all you have to do is act responsibly to conserve the environment and ensure your safety and that of everyone else.
In short, the Ordesa National Park is a prodigious setting that you should not miss. It will welcome you with open arms all year round and will allow you to recover oxygen, enthusiasm, energy and the closest and most vivid contact with the most powerful nature.
The Ordesa National Park is located in the Pyrenees of Huesca, entirely in the Sobrarbe region, and is the second oldest national park on the peninsula, having been declared a national park on 16th August 1918 under the name of Ordesa Valley.
Torla, Broto and Ainsa, for example, are spectacular little villages that dot the natural grandeur of their surroundings with their close, everyday, enveloping lives. The tourist character of these towns varies depending on the case, so you can enjoy services of the highest level or avoid them if you prefer to live in the traditional Pyrenean style. Fanlo, Tella-Sin, Puértolas and Bielsa are other highly recommended towns on your journey through the area.
What can we find in Ordesa and Monte Perdido?
As soon as you set foot in Ordea and its surroundings, you will feel part of an incomparable sensory spectacle. You will soon understand why more than 650,000 visitors a year flock to this magnificent natural area in Aragon.
One of the attractions that attracts a multitude of mountain enthusiasts is the presence of prodigious peaks in the popular Ordesa Valley. The Monte Perdido massif crowns it and becomes the epicentre of a unique structure formed by the so-called Tres Sorores or Treserols:
Marboré, 3251 m.
Monte Perdido, 3348 m.
Añisclo, 3257.
If you feel like exploring trails full of emotions, beauty and attractive sensations, these corners of the Pyrenees offer a wide variety of them. From family routes, simple and pleasant, such as the Soaso route, which culminates in the impressive Cola de Caballo, to accessible routes such as the Pradera de Ordesa and high mountain sections, where the most experienced hikers will find difficulties to suit them. This is the case of the route that starts at the Góriz refuge, located at the foot of the three aforementioned three-thousand-metre peaks. Of course, these scenarios are dotted with marvellous viewpoints and walks, such as the Faja de las Flores or the Faja Pelaí. We encourage you to visit them!
Between these mountain giants stretch the valleys of Ordesa, Añisclo, Escuaín and Pineta, between which flow the Arazas, Bellós, Yaga and Cinca rivers. The geological singularity and climate of the area have created a high altitude landscape, whose steep slopes frame human and animal life amidst dazzling contrasts.
This confluence of four valleys and a central mountain massif is the incomparable habitat of admirable animal species, some of which are indigenous and exclusive. The white-coloured ptarmigan, the endemic Pyrenean frog and the imposing bearded vulture, whose imperial appearance never goes unnoticed when it flies overhead, will accompany you on your adventure.
Among the existing emblematic attractions, we also mention the Gap of Roland, considered the gateway to the French Pyrenees National Park, which is located at an altitude of 2,800 metres. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy snow, unique lakes, glaciers, idyllic waterfalls that celebrate life between rocky walls and authentic high-altitude deserts. You can also explore the cosy beech and fir forests that dot this unforgettable area.
In Ordesa you can learn a great deal about nature, including your own. You will reach a state of regenerative and memorable environmental fusion, you will be mentally and physically oxygenated and you will enjoy the gastronomy, care and tourist services that are one hundred percent satisfactory. In return, all you have to do is act responsibly to conserve the environment and ensure your safety and that of everyone else.
In short, the Ordesa National Park is a prodigious setting that you should not miss. It will welcome you with open arms all year round and will allow you to recover oxygen, enthusiasm, energy and the closest and most vivid contact with the most powerful nature.
The Ordesa National Park is located in the Pyrenees of Huesca, entirely in the Sobrarbe region, and is the second oldest national park on the peninsula, having been declared a national park on 16th August 1918 under the name of Ordesa Valley.
The Vió Valley is a valley in the Huesca Pyrenees. It is located between the courses of the Ara and Cinca rivers, in the Sobrarbe region. It is crossed by the river Aso, which flows into the Vellós or Bellós as it leaves the Añisclo canyon.
The Broto valley is located on the southern slopes of the Pyrenees, in the Aragonese region of Sobrarbe, and is crossed from north to south by the river Ara. Its capital is the town of Broto, which gives it its name.
Its headwaters are in turn formed by two other valleys, perpendicular to that of Broto: the Ara and Ordesa valleys. Both border the French valley of Gavarnie, whose mountain passes include the Bujaruelo pass.
Its headwaters are in turn formed by two other valleys, perpendicular to that of Broto: the Ara and Ordesa valleys. Both border the French valley of Gavarnie, whose mountain passes include the Bujaruelo pass.
The Broto valley is located on the southern slopes of the Pyrenees, in the Aragonese region of Sobrarbe, and is crossed from north to south by the river Ara. Its capital is the town of Broto, which gives it its name.
Its headwaters are in turn formed by two other valleys, perpendicular to that of Broto: the Ara and Ordesa valleys. Both border the French valley of Gavarnie, whose mountain passes include the Bujaruelo pass.
Its headwaters are in turn formed by two other valleys, perpendicular to that of Broto: the Ara and Ordesa valleys. Both border the French valley of Gavarnie, whose mountain passes include the Bujaruelo pass.
The Bujaruelo valley, with a length of 20 km, from the bridge of Los Navarros to the pass of Los Mulos, is an area that has earned all the titles to which it can aspire: it is a Peripheral Protection Area of the Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park, a Special Protection Area for Birds (SPA), a Site of Community Interest (SCI) and is part of the "Ordesa-Vignemale" Biosphere Reserve.
The Bujaruelo Valley and the Ara River are neighbours of the Ordesa Valley. Their rivers, the Ara and the Arazas, meet at the Puente de los Navarros to form the Ara River Valley, which reaches the town of Ainsa. Within the municipality of Torla-Ordesa, these two valleys combine to offer the best range of mountain activities in the Central Pyrenees, with more than 20 3,000-metre peaks, karst landscapes, aerial trails, fantastic forests, waterfalls and rivers. The Bujaruelo Valley gains importance as it is the link with the neighbouring French town of Gavarnie, where the famous glacial cirque and the highest waterfall in Europe can be found.
The Bujaruelo Valley and the Ara River are neighbours of the Ordesa Valley. Their rivers, the Ara and the Arazas, meet at the Puente de los Navarros to form the Ara River Valley, which reaches the town of Ainsa. Within the municipality of Torla-Ordesa, these two valleys combine to offer the best range of mountain activities in the Central Pyrenees, with more than 20 3,000-metre peaks, karst landscapes, aerial trails, fantastic forests, waterfalls and rivers. The Bujaruelo Valley gains importance as it is the link with the neighbouring French town of Gavarnie, where the famous glacial cirque and the highest waterfall in Europe can be found.
The comarca includes the following municipalities: Abizanda, Aínsa-Sobrarbe, Bárcabo, Bielsa, Boltaña, Broto, Fanlo, Fiscal, La Fueva, Gistaín, Labuerda, Laspuña, Palo, Plan, Puértolas, El Pueyo de Araguás, San Juan de Plan, Tella-Sin and Torla-Ordesa.
To the north of the county are the valleys of the Ara, Cinca and Cinqueta rivers and the Vió valley, to the south the Guara and Olsón mountain ranges and in the central part various depressions such as Broto, Fiscal, Arcusa, La Fueva and Biello Sobrarbe. The Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park is also in the region.
To the north of the county are the valleys of the Ara, Cinca and Cinqueta rivers and the Vió valley, to the south the Guara and Olsón mountain ranges and in the central part various depressions such as Broto, Fiscal, Arcusa, La Fueva and Biello Sobrarbe. The Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park is also in the region.
Plenty activities to do
The Pyrenees is one of the European mountain ranges that offers the greatest variety of possibilities for mountaineering and hiking.
HIKING:
These are very simple excursions with hardly any gradient around Broto, Torla and in the National Park, ideal for families or school groups. Excursions that will take us without technical difficulties to places where we will be able to contemplate alpine landscapes, idyllic forests, abandoned villages and mountain animals.
HIGH MOUNTAIN IN THE PYRENEES
Excursions between 2000 M and 3000 M.
The Pyrenees is one of the European mountain ranges that offers the greatest variety of possibilities for mountaineering and hiking.
Routes between 2000 and 3000m of altitude and with practically no signposting. There are routes of varying technical difficulty, routes in which it is only necessary to walk or others in which we can find passages where it is necessary to use the rope, or the ice axe and crampons.
ASCENSIONS
Our objective in this modality is to reach the highest point, that is to say: to reach the summit. But this is only a small part of one of the most complete activities. Sometimes we will have to turn back, due to unforeseen events such as a sudden change in the weather, but they will certainly not overshadow the pleasant sensation of trying to climb to the top.
There is the possibility of the "normal route", which is usually the most popular because it is easier than the others. A "classic route" can often be a nice alternative to other routes of ascent, which makes for a pleasant ascent with moderate difficulties.
Who has never heard of Monte Perdido? We know very well where it is, to climb the famous "spittoon" to its summit of 3355 mts with a guide and discover the beautiful massif that surrounds us is breathtaking. The more experienced climbers can choose between the Staircase route or the Normal route to the Col, a totally different summit experience.
The Vignemale, at 3299m, has many beautiful peaks over 3000m.
The Moskowa or the Ossoue glacier are beautiful itineraries to this beautiful mountain. The former can be done in a day. The Ossoue is best done in two days.
Another of the big ones is the Aneto with its 3404 mts is the roof of the Pyrenees. Its ascent is Alpine in character, crossing ridges and glaciers. Afternoon ascent to Ref. and the next day attack to the summit with a total height difference of 1500 mts.
HIKING:
These are very simple excursions with hardly any gradient around Broto, Torla and in the National Park, ideal for families or school groups. Excursions that will take us without technical difficulties to places where we will be able to contemplate alpine landscapes, idyllic forests, abandoned villages and mountain animals.
HIGH MOUNTAIN IN THE PYRENEES
Excursions between 2000 M and 3000 M.
The Pyrenees is one of the European mountain ranges that offers the greatest variety of possibilities for mountaineering and hiking.
Routes between 2000 and 3000m of altitude and with practically no signposting. There are routes of varying technical difficulty, routes in which it is only necessary to walk or others in which we can find passages where it is necessary to use the rope, or the ice axe and crampons.
ASCENSIONS
Our objective in this modality is to reach the highest point, that is to say: to reach the summit. But this is only a small part of one of the most complete activities. Sometimes we will have to turn back, due to unforeseen events such as a sudden change in the weather, but they will certainly not overshadow the pleasant sensation of trying to climb to the top.
There is the possibility of the "normal route", which is usually the most popular because it is easier than the others. A "classic route" can often be a nice alternative to other routes of ascent, which makes for a pleasant ascent with moderate difficulties.
Who has never heard of Monte Perdido? We know very well where it is, to climb the famous "spittoon" to its summit of 3355 mts with a guide and discover the beautiful massif that surrounds us is breathtaking. The more experienced climbers can choose between the Staircase route or the Normal route to the Col, a totally different summit experience.
The Vignemale, at 3299m, has many beautiful peaks over 3000m.
The Moskowa or the Ossoue glacier are beautiful itineraries to this beautiful mountain. The former can be done in a day. The Ossoue is best done in two days.
Another of the big ones is the Aneto with its 3404 mts is the roof of the Pyrenees. Its ascent is Alpine in character, crossing ridges and glaciers. Afternoon ascent to Ref. and the next day attack to the summit with a total height difference of 1500 mts.
The viewpoints of Ordesa, El Cebollar, the Biosphere Reserve, the Sorrosal Valley, etc. There are countless off-road routes, where you can enjoy a bird's eye view of the best panoramic views of Ordesa in a relaxing and unique way.
*Ordesa viewpoints:
The excursion lasts 4 hours, leaving from the Torla car park. First we will cross the Ara River by the Romanesque Bridge of La Glera, we will ascend through a mixed mountain forest to the Llanos de Diazas, at this point called cruceta, where we will make the first stop, past the hermitage of Santa Ana to photograph the panoramic view of the Ara or Broto Valley, which allows us to contemplate the Vignemale ridge and Sierra Tendeñera to the north, while we cross a forest of black pine on rock (pinus-uncinata).
The second stop is at El Molar, from where we have a wide view of the Santa Elena gorge (Bujaruelo Valley), the Ordesa meadow, the Tozal del Mallo altarpiece, the Bujaruelo gorge and the Carriata cirque.
Passing through Punta Acuta shows us the Vio Valley, at this point we reach the third stop, where we can see the five mountain ranges of the pre-Pyrenees, Peña Montañesa, Sierra de Guara, on clear days we can see the Moncayo, in Ordesa the Cotatuero waterfall, "El Casco", the whole area of Marboré and the walls of Fraucata, the "Gallinero" and Mondarruego. At this stop it is easy to see "Flor de Nieve" (Edelweiss), the fourth stop is situated in an impressive lapiaz where the majestic Rolando Gap and the Cotatuero Waterfall with the Taillón, the false Gap or "Rolando's finger", the Casco and the tower of Marboré appear majestically.
At the fifth stop, which is the end of the route, it is necessary to take a 15-minute walk to observe the backdrop of the Circo de Soaso, with the Gradas de Soaso and the famous Cola de Caballo (Horse's Tail). Monte Perdido viewpoint as a backdrop, the impressive Macizo de las Tres Sorores (the Cilindro, Monte Perdido and the Soum de Ramond) and the Refugio de Goriz. From this viewpoint you can easily see Sarrios (chamois).
This viewpoint is not accessible for people who are not in good health or have a disability or injury. In this case, it is replaced by another one where you walk only 50 metres, where the views are not exactly the same but very similar.
All the vehicles have spotting scopes, which allows us to see the fauna in its habitat, as well as mountaineers on the most emblematic summits of the Park, Rolando Gap, Cotatuero Pegs, Monte Perdido Peak, climbers on the Tozal del Mallo.
Duration:4 hours - Round trip
Timetable:Departures at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. (by appointment).
Price: 30 € - Adults / 20 € - Children under 10 years old.
Observations: The guides will decide whether the conditions of the routes and the weather are sufficiently favourable for the excursion to take place, always bearing in mind the enjoyment and safety of the traveller.
BUJARUELO VALLEY:
The three adjoining valleys on the left side of the Ordesa Valley, classified as a Biosphere Reserve, Bujaruelo, Otal and Ordiso.
The course of the Ara river, the only virgin river in the Pyrenees. Different stops along its course, a paradise for lovers of flora and fauna.
Bujaruelo: One of the most important enclaves in our valley, once a meeting and accommodation point on the ancestral Jacobean route through our lands and a key point in the shepherding of our mountains. The beautiful Romanesque bridge, the ruins of the hermitage of San Nicolás and the renovated pilgrims' inn bear witness to its importance.
Otal Valley: Typical Pyrenean valley of glacial origin; at the foot of the Tendeñera mountain range, natural habitat of marmots, in coexistence with the autochthonous livestock.
Ordiso Valley: Spectacular gorge of the river Ara, especially outstanding for its characteristic flora. Among the most singular species, the Lys flower, wild lily or bear's ear stand out, as well as the king's crown, native species of the area. One of the most important peaks in the Pyrenees, the Vignemale, awaits us at the end of the route.
Duration: 4 hours - Return trip
Timetable: Departures at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. (by appointment).
Tariff: 25 ¤ - Adults / 20 ¤ - Children under 10 years of age
Observations: The guides will decide whether the track conditions and the weather are favourable enough for the excursion to take place, always bearing in mind the enjoyment and safety of the traveller.
OTHER EXCURSIONS:
There is also the possibility of doing other excursions through the landscapes of the cebollar, combining the viewpoints of Ordesa with a walking route, touring the abandoned villages of the solana or the sobrepuerto or combining the mountain bike with the viewpoints of Ordesa -Possibility for mountain bike lovers that we take the bikes up to you and once you are up you choose the descent (via Torla, via Buesa-Broto or via Nerín-Fanlo). From Broto (starting point) to where we leave you there is a 1200m difference in altitude).
*Ordesa viewpoints:
The excursion lasts 4 hours, leaving from the Torla car park. First we will cross the Ara River by the Romanesque Bridge of La Glera, we will ascend through a mixed mountain forest to the Llanos de Diazas, at this point called cruceta, where we will make the first stop, past the hermitage of Santa Ana to photograph the panoramic view of the Ara or Broto Valley, which allows us to contemplate the Vignemale ridge and Sierra Tendeñera to the north, while we cross a forest of black pine on rock (pinus-uncinata).
The second stop is at El Molar, from where we have a wide view of the Santa Elena gorge (Bujaruelo Valley), the Ordesa meadow, the Tozal del Mallo altarpiece, the Bujaruelo gorge and the Carriata cirque.
Passing through Punta Acuta shows us the Vio Valley, at this point we reach the third stop, where we can see the five mountain ranges of the pre-Pyrenees, Peña Montañesa, Sierra de Guara, on clear days we can see the Moncayo, in Ordesa the Cotatuero waterfall, "El Casco", the whole area of Marboré and the walls of Fraucata, the "Gallinero" and Mondarruego. At this stop it is easy to see "Flor de Nieve" (Edelweiss), the fourth stop is situated in an impressive lapiaz where the majestic Rolando Gap and the Cotatuero Waterfall with the Taillón, the false Gap or "Rolando's finger", the Casco and the tower of Marboré appear majestically.
At the fifth stop, which is the end of the route, it is necessary to take a 15-minute walk to observe the backdrop of the Circo de Soaso, with the Gradas de Soaso and the famous Cola de Caballo (Horse's Tail). Monte Perdido viewpoint as a backdrop, the impressive Macizo de las Tres Sorores (the Cilindro, Monte Perdido and the Soum de Ramond) and the Refugio de Goriz. From this viewpoint you can easily see Sarrios (chamois).
This viewpoint is not accessible for people who are not in good health or have a disability or injury. In this case, it is replaced by another one where you walk only 50 metres, where the views are not exactly the same but very similar.
All the vehicles have spotting scopes, which allows us to see the fauna in its habitat, as well as mountaineers on the most emblematic summits of the Park, Rolando Gap, Cotatuero Pegs, Monte Perdido Peak, climbers on the Tozal del Mallo.
Duration:4 hours - Round trip
Timetable:Departures at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. (by appointment).
Price: 30 € - Adults / 20 € - Children under 10 years old.
Observations: The guides will decide whether the conditions of the routes and the weather are sufficiently favourable for the excursion to take place, always bearing in mind the enjoyment and safety of the traveller.
BUJARUELO VALLEY:
The three adjoining valleys on the left side of the Ordesa Valley, classified as a Biosphere Reserve, Bujaruelo, Otal and Ordiso.
The course of the Ara river, the only virgin river in the Pyrenees. Different stops along its course, a paradise for lovers of flora and fauna.
Bujaruelo: One of the most important enclaves in our valley, once a meeting and accommodation point on the ancestral Jacobean route through our lands and a key point in the shepherding of our mountains. The beautiful Romanesque bridge, the ruins of the hermitage of San Nicolás and the renovated pilgrims' inn bear witness to its importance.
Otal Valley: Typical Pyrenean valley of glacial origin; at the foot of the Tendeñera mountain range, natural habitat of marmots, in coexistence with the autochthonous livestock.
Ordiso Valley: Spectacular gorge of the river Ara, especially outstanding for its characteristic flora. Among the most singular species, the Lys flower, wild lily or bear's ear stand out, as well as the king's crown, native species of the area. One of the most important peaks in the Pyrenees, the Vignemale, awaits us at the end of the route.
Duration: 4 hours - Return trip
Timetable: Departures at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. (by appointment).
Tariff: 25 ¤ - Adults / 20 ¤ - Children under 10 years of age
Observations: The guides will decide whether the track conditions and the weather are favourable enough for the excursion to take place, always bearing in mind the enjoyment and safety of the traveller.
OTHER EXCURSIONS:
There is also the possibility of doing other excursions through the landscapes of the cebollar, combining the viewpoints of Ordesa with a walking route, touring the abandoned villages of the solana or the sobrepuerto or combining the mountain bike with the viewpoints of Ordesa -Possibility for mountain bike lovers that we take the bikes up to you and once you are up you choose the descent (via Torla, via Buesa-Broto or via Nerín-Fanlo). From Broto (starting point) to where we leave you there is a 1200m difference in altitude).
ADVENTURE SPORTS
The Hotel el Mirador offers you a formula to combat urban stress: adventure sports, with a risk that each person sizes according to their abilities.
Here you can find information about the destination, routes, the necessary equipment... Everything you need to live your own adventure.
CANYONING
Discover the most beautiful corners of the Pyrenees enjoying a fun and refreshing activity. Canyoning consists of canyoning through watercourses, some of them with a considerable difference in height.
We advance through the canyon, walking along the bed or swimming in the aquatic areas.
In the places with special inclination the descent is done as a slide, we will jump them (in many cases it is not obligatory), or we will descend them using the abseiling technique.
The guide will give a theoretical and practical talk before the activity so that you can learn all the techniques and precautions necessary for the development of the activity.
As you can see; a whole water park in the middle of nature!
-The adventure sports companies provide you with all the necessary equipment for canyoning and rafting: 5mm 2-piece wetsuit, booties, harness with anchor line, helmet, and backpack with watertight bottle in the canyons where necessary.
SHOES AND SWIMMING SHOES ARE ONLY REQUIRED; it is recommended to bring a towel.
There are different levels; we are sure to find one to suit you.
CANYONING LEVEL 1:
Canyoning or canyoning consists of walking along the upper part of a river or torrent (where it is canyoned), negotiating the slopes and obstacles that we find in its course. They are characterised by spectacular landscapes and transparent waters.
It is a very complete and exciting activity as it combines rope and water techniques.
The guide gives a theoretical and practical talk before the activity in order to learn all the techniques and precautions necessary for the development of the activity.
CANYONING LEVEL 2:
In these canyons we can find a greater number of rappels, some of which can be up to 30 metres long.
You will repel by your main rope and the guide will secure you with an auxiliary rope.
The guide will give a theoretical and practical talk before the activity in order to learn all the techniques and precautions necessary for the development of the activity.
CANYONING LEVEL 3 AND LEVEL 4:
In this category we can find canyons with up to 20 rappels, and with lengths of up to 90 metres in some of them, which is more than enough reason for the people who do these canyons to already have a certain fluency in the abseiling technique or to have acquired it by doing some level 2 canyons.
The guide will give a theoretical and practical talk before the activity in order to learn all the techniques and precautions necessary for the development of the activity.
Rafting / Kayak / Hidrospeed
Descent of a typically alpine section between the villages of Torla and Broto.
A very impressive section, crossing a spectacular steep and lush canyon with a steep slope that causes a strong water speed with exciting rapids.
In each boat a maximum of 6 crew members descend accompanied by a guide and with each group another guide descends in a safety canoe-kayak.
Location/ Route: Between the villages of Torla and Broto, on the borders of the Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park.
National Park of Ordesa and Monte Perdido. The approximate length of the route is about 6 kilometres.
Difficulty: High difficulty, medium and high level rapids.
Duration: The average duration of the activity will be approximately 3 hours.
Equipment: All the necessary equipment is provided: footwear, wetsuit,
mackintosh, helmet, lifejacket and paddle. It is advisable to bring a towel.
Season: From May to July.
Age/Conditions: Only adults with a sporting and adventurous disposition, and
minimally fit. In the event of excess flow, the descent is made in a downstream section between
downstream between Broto and Fiscal. Approximately 10 km,
very well maintained route with strong rapids.
Includes:
River guide.
Accident and Civil Liability Insurance.
Group equipment (ropes, safety equipment, first aid kit...).
Individual equipment (wetsuit, booties, helmet, lifejacket and paddle).
Internal transport during the activity on the river.
Not included:
Transport to the river.
Climbing and Via Ferrata
Climbing in the Pyrenees is a set of progression techniques that allow us to ascend steep places.
The Broto valley and the Pyrenees offer magnificent places for the practice of sport climbing.
Very close to the hotel, just 100 metres away, there are some climbing routes where you can practice.
Via ferrata (Sorrosal)
The Hotel el Mirador offers you a formula to combat urban stress: adventure sports, with a risk that each person sizes according to their abilities.
Here you can find information about the destination, routes, the necessary equipment... Everything you need to live your own adventure.
CANYONING
Discover the most beautiful corners of the Pyrenees enjoying a fun and refreshing activity. Canyoning consists of canyoning through watercourses, some of them with a considerable difference in height.
We advance through the canyon, walking along the bed or swimming in the aquatic areas.
In the places with special inclination the descent is done as a slide, we will jump them (in many cases it is not obligatory), or we will descend them using the abseiling technique.
The guide will give a theoretical and practical talk before the activity so that you can learn all the techniques and precautions necessary for the development of the activity.
As you can see; a whole water park in the middle of nature!
-The adventure sports companies provide you with all the necessary equipment for canyoning and rafting: 5mm 2-piece wetsuit, booties, harness with anchor line, helmet, and backpack with watertight bottle in the canyons where necessary.
SHOES AND SWIMMING SHOES ARE ONLY REQUIRED; it is recommended to bring a towel.
There are different levels; we are sure to find one to suit you.
CANYONING LEVEL 1:
Canyoning or canyoning consists of walking along the upper part of a river or torrent (where it is canyoned), negotiating the slopes and obstacles that we find in its course. They are characterised by spectacular landscapes and transparent waters.
It is a very complete and exciting activity as it combines rope and water techniques.
The guide gives a theoretical and practical talk before the activity in order to learn all the techniques and precautions necessary for the development of the activity.
CANYONING LEVEL 2:
In these canyons we can find a greater number of rappels, some of which can be up to 30 metres long.
You will repel by your main rope and the guide will secure you with an auxiliary rope.
The guide will give a theoretical and practical talk before the activity in order to learn all the techniques and precautions necessary for the development of the activity.
CANYONING LEVEL 3 AND LEVEL 4:
In this category we can find canyons with up to 20 rappels, and with lengths of up to 90 metres in some of them, which is more than enough reason for the people who do these canyons to already have a certain fluency in the abseiling technique or to have acquired it by doing some level 2 canyons.
The guide will give a theoretical and practical talk before the activity in order to learn all the techniques and precautions necessary for the development of the activity.
Rafting / Kayak / Hidrospeed
Descent of a typically alpine section between the villages of Torla and Broto.
A very impressive section, crossing a spectacular steep and lush canyon with a steep slope that causes a strong water speed with exciting rapids.
In each boat a maximum of 6 crew members descend accompanied by a guide and with each group another guide descends in a safety canoe-kayak.
Location/ Route: Between the villages of Torla and Broto, on the borders of the Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Park.
National Park of Ordesa and Monte Perdido. The approximate length of the route is about 6 kilometres.
Difficulty: High difficulty, medium and high level rapids.
Duration: The average duration of the activity will be approximately 3 hours.
Equipment: All the necessary equipment is provided: footwear, wetsuit,
mackintosh, helmet, lifejacket and paddle. It is advisable to bring a towel.
Season: From May to July.
Age/Conditions: Only adults with a sporting and adventurous disposition, and
minimally fit. In the event of excess flow, the descent is made in a downstream section between
downstream between Broto and Fiscal. Approximately 10 km,
very well maintained route with strong rapids.
Includes:
River guide.
Accident and Civil Liability Insurance.
Group equipment (ropes, safety equipment, first aid kit...).
Individual equipment (wetsuit, booties, helmet, lifejacket and paddle).
Internal transport during the activity on the river.
Not included:
Transport to the river.
Climbing and Via Ferrata
Climbing in the Pyrenees is a set of progression techniques that allow us to ascend steep places.
The Broto valley and the Pyrenees offer magnificent places for the practice of sport climbing.
Very close to the hotel, just 100 metres away, there are some climbing routes where you can practice.
Via ferrata (Sorrosal)
Via ferrata is a vertical and horizontal itinerary equipped with different material:
Nails, staples, holds, handrails, ladders, chains, suspension bridges and zip lines, which allow the ascent safely to areas that are difficult to access for hikers or those who are not used to climbing.
The ferrata del Sorrosal in Broto is a five-minute walk from the Hotel El Mirador, and starts at the end of the Sorrosal ravine.
It is a spectacular via ferrata, which starts next to two spectacular waterfalls, with a drop of about 100 metres.
Then, we will go through a passage made in the rock, to go through the Sorrosal ravine, where we will go uphill next to small waterfalls.
We will leave the ravine going up a wall and after a while we will reach the path that joins Fragen with Broto, to walk down to the beginning.
Safety is provided by a steel cable installed along the whole route to which we will be secured by the harness, equipped with an energy dissipater and special Via Ferrata carabiners that will secure us in case of a fall.
A different way of getting to know Ordesa. In the neighbouring village of Sarvisé you can book excursions of different durations and technical levels, both hourly routes and routes lasting one day or several days. Themed routes are also available, such as the Sobrepuerto or the Trashumancia route.
No previous riding knowledge or experience is required for this activity.
No previous riding knowledge or experience is required for this activity.
